Climat & environnement
Addis Ababa mobilises 750,000 residents in city-wide cleanup drive
More than 750,000 residents joined Addis Ababa's annual cleanup campaign to improve sanitation, reduce flooding and strengthen environmental sustainability.
Mercredi 1er juillet 2026 - 16:00
Politics & Current Affairs
Ramaphosa reshuffles Cabinet as Steenhuisen moved to deputy minister role
President Cyril Ramaphosa reshuffles Cabinet, moving John Steenhuisen and appointing new DA and ANC ministers across key government portfolios.
Mercredi 1er juillet 2026 - 07:22
Politics & Current Affairs
March and March gives government six months on undocumented migration
March and March gives government six months to remove undocumented migrants, warning of weekly protests as nationwide immigration demonstrations continue.
Mardi 30 juin 2026 - 20:43
Politics & Current Affairs
Mercosur marks 35 years with trade reforms and global partnerships at Asunción summit
Mercosur leaders meet in Paraguay to advance trade reforms, digital integration, infrastructure investment and global partnerships during the bloc's 35th anniversary summit.
Lundi 29 juin 2026 - 17:22
Politics & Current Affairs
Hundreds march in Kliptown ahead of 30 June immigration deadline
Hundreds marched in Kliptown calling for stricter immigration enforcement ahead of 30 June as debate over undocumented migration intensifies nationwide.
Lundi 29 juin 2026 - 16:27
Politics & Current Affairs
South African doctors warn that xenophobia is fuelling a public health crisis
Public health experts warn xenophobia threatens healthcare access, social cohesion and public safety ahead of planned anti-immigration demonstrations on 30 June.
Lundi 29 juin 2026 - 15:57
Politics & Current Affairs
Zimbabweans seeking repatriation relocated amid storms in Cape Town.
Hundreds of Zimbabweans have been relocated to an Epping processing centre as voluntary repatriation efforts continue amid severe weather in Cape Town.
Lundi 29 juin 2026 - 07:37
Politics & Current Affairs
Burkina Faso severs ties with France over neo-colonial ambitions'
Burkina Faso ends diplomatic relations with France, citing sovereignty concerns as the military government reshapes its foreign policy priorities.
Samedi 27 juin 2026 - 10:08
Politics & Current Affairs
Township Residents Prioritise Stability Over June 30 Protests
Residents across Gauteng urge peace and economic stability ahead of planned June 30 anti-immigration protests.
Jeudi 25 juin 2026 - 18:33
Business & Finance
Europe and Brazil deepen cooperation on critical minerals, defense and technology
Brazil and the European Union positioned the Mercosur-EU agreement as a strategic partnership focused on investment, technology, defense cooperation and sustainable development.
Mercredi 24 juin 2026 - 20:34
Business & Finance
Mashatile pitches South Africa as China’s gateway to 1.3 billion African consumers
Deputy President Paul Mashatile promoted South Africa in Beijing as a gateway to African markets, highlighting opportunities in trade, technology, green hydrogen and manufacturing cooperation with China.
Mercredi 24 juin 2026 - 19:47
Politics & Current Affairs
Eliud Kipchoge shifts focus from medals to inspiring future generations through running
Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge says his focus has shifted from winning medals to inspiring future generations, promoting education and using running as a tool for social change.
Mercredi 24 juin 2026 - 10:00
Politics & Current Affairs
England held goalless draw by Ghana in World Cup Group L
England were frustrated by a disciplined Ghana side as the teams played to a goalless draw in their FIFA World Cup Group L clash in Boston.
Mercredi 24 juin 2026 - 06:00
Politics & Current Affairs
Brazil marks World Refugee Day as refugee numbers rise amid global displacement crisis
Brazil has marked World Refugee Day by highlighting progress in refugee protection and integration, while new data shows that most municipalities still lack anti-xenophobia initiatives.
Mardi 23 juin 2026 - 21:40
Politics & Current Affairs
DRC Ebola outbreak surpasses 1,000 cases as deaths rise to 267
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded more than 1,000 confirmed Ebola cases and 267 deaths, as health authorities warn of continued community transmission and possible geographic spread.
Mardi 23 juin 2026 - 02:00
Politics & Current Affairs
UN warns of worsening humanitarian crisis as attacks and fuel shortages hit Gaza
The United Nations has warned that continued attacks, fuel shortages and aid restrictions are worsening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, while violence and access challenges persist in the West Bank.
Mardi 23 juin 2026 - 00:00
Climat & environnement
Europe swelters under early heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C
A powerful heatwave is sweeping across Europe, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in several countries, disrupting transport, increasing wildfire risks and prompting widespread health alerts.
Mardi 23 juin 2026 - 00:00
Politics & Current Affairs
UK enters leadership transition as Starmer steps down
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has resigned after losing the confidence of Labour MPs, paving the way for Andy Burnham to become the UK's next leader.
Lundi 22 juin 2026 - 18:00
Politics & Current Affairs
Ethiopia’s Prosperity Party secures landslide victory, set to form next government
Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party has secured a commanding majority in the country's seventh general election, winning 438 parliamentary seats and paving the way to form the next government.
Lundi 22 juin 2026 - 16:39
Politics & Current Affairs
Voters pin hopes on local elections as registration weekend gets underway
Residents across South Africa visited voting stations on Saturday to register to vote and verify their voter details during the Electoral Commission's (IEC) national voter registration weekend ahead of the Local Government Elections scheduled for Nov
Dimanche 21 juin 2026 - 09:07
Infrastructures & dveloppement
AI arms race risks widening global security divide, analyst warns
A leading Chinese researcher warns that rapid advances in military artificial intelligence are outpacing global governance efforts, raising concerns over cyberattacks, autonomous warfare and growing security inequalities between nations.
Samedi 20 juin 2026 - 19:24
Politics & Current Affairs
Zimbabwean students showcase innovation and cultural exchange at Harare exhibition
Students in Harare showcased science, technology and cultural projects highlighting Zimbabwe's push to combine innovation, language learning and practical education.
Samedi 20 juin 2026 - 12:00
Politics & Current Affairs
Ethiopia launches plan to integrate over one million refugees into national systems
Ethiopia has launched the Makatet Roadmap, a five-year initiative aimed at integrating refugees and asylum seekers into national education, livelihoods and public service systems while strengthening host communities.
Samedi 20 juin 2026 - 12:00
Business & Finance
Global growth must reach the Global South, Lula tells G7 leaders
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva urged G7 nations to invest more in the Global South, arguing that future global economic growth depends on creating jobs, income and consumer markets across developing economies.
Vendredi 19 juin 2026 - 11:38
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africa share spoils with Czechia to keep World Cup hopes alive
South Africa drew 1-1 with Czechia on Thursday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with Teboho Mokoena’s late penalty earning Bafana Bafana a point that kept their 2026 World Cup hopes alive in Group A.
Vendredi 19 juin 2026 - 11:10
Politics & Current Affairs
Senior SAPS Generals Report for Arrest, But IDAC Fails to Show
Three senior SAPS officials reported to Brooklyn Police Station after an alleged surrender notice from IDAC, but no arrests took place, raising questions about the investigation.
Jeudi 18 juin 2026 - 20:42
Politics & Current Affairs
G7 divisions deepen as summit ends without joint declaration
The G7 summit in France ended without a joint declaration for the second year in a row, highlighting growing divisions over trade, security, technology and the bloc's global role.
Jeudi 18 juin 2026 - 17:39
Infrastructures & dveloppement
Ethiopia accelerates electric vehicle revolution with new fast-charging hub
Ethiopia has launched a new fast-charging hub in Addis Ababa as part of plans to expand electric vehicle infrastructure and deploy 500,000 EVs by 2032.
Jeudi 18 juin 2026 - 17:23
Business & Finance
Ramaphosa Urges Employers to Back Youth as Unemployment Crisis Deepens
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged employers to hire young people without work experience as South Africa's youth unemployment rate remains at 46%, warning the country risks losing a generation.
Mercredi 17 juin 2026 - 20:11
Politics & Current Affairs
Youth Day visitors call for African unity as South Africa marks 50 years since Soweto Uprising
Young South Africans and visitors from across Africa used Youth Day commemorations in Soweto to reflect on the legacy of the 1976 uprising and call for greater unity, inclusion and opportunity for Africa's youth.
Mercredi 17 juin 2026 - 12:00