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Politics & Current Affairs
South African youth urged to verify political content online
South African youth and influencers are urged to verify political content online as misinformation and AI-generated material raise concerns ahead of local elections.
Friday 14 August 2026 - 07:42am
Politics & Current Affairs
Drone attacks target Khartoum, other Sudanese cities amid escalating fighting
Drone attacks hit Khartoum and several Sudanese cities as fighting intensifies across Kordofan and Blue Nile, widening the conflict's geographic reach.
Friday 14 August 2026 - 12:00am
Travel & Tourism
South Africa launches electronic travel authorization system
South Africa launches its Electronic Travel Authorization system to simplify travel, strengthen border security and support tourism, trade and investment.
Thursday 13 August 2026 - 02:00pm
Climate & Environment
Zimbabwe ferry disaster exposes gaps in marine safety
At least 44 people have died after a ferry capsized on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba, exposing concerns over overcrowding, maritime safety and rescue capacity.
Thursday 13 August 2026 - 09:30am
Politics & Current Affairs
SADC ministers meet in Durban as South Africa assumes the chair
SADC ministers meet in Durban as South Africa assumes the regional bloc’s chair, with trade, security, migration, infrastructure and integration on the agenda.
Wednesday 12 August 2026 - 06:24pm
Infrastructure & Engineering
South Africa Mine Collapse Kills 14 Illegal Miners
Fourteen illegal miners have died and eight others were injured after an excavated area collapsed at a dumping site near Rustenburg.
Wednesday 12 August 2026 - 12:00pm
Business & Finance
Brazil Eyes Global Food Export Lead As Agribusiness Expands
Brazil is poised to overtake the United States as the world’s largest food exporter, as agribusiness expands amid tax and trade reforms.
Tuesday 11 August 2026 - 04:05pm
Business & Finance
Tanzania School Puts Practical Skills At The Heart Of Learning
A Tanzanian primary school is combining academic lessons with practical skills in technology, agriculture and vocational training to prepare pupils for the future.
Tuesday 11 August 2026 - 04:00pm
Climate & Environment
Winter storm raises safety fears in South Africa as temperatures plunge
Severe winter weather brings heavy snow, rain, icy roads and strong winds across South Africa, raising travel and household safety concerns.
Tuesday 11 August 2026 - 03:10pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Sophie de Bruyn: 1956 march leader warns freedom remains incomplete
Sophie de Bruyn, a leader of South Africa’s 1956 Women’s March, has warned that inequality, violence, poverty and corruption continue to undermine democracy.
Tuesday 11 August 2026 - 08:37am
Travel & Tourism
Ghana’s Homowo Festival Keeps Ga Heritage Alive
Ghana’s Ga community celebrates the annual Homowo festival in Accra, preserving traditional rituals, food and ancestral heritage for future generations.
Monday 10 August 2026 - 12:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africa Marks 70 Years Since Women’s March
South Africa marks 70 years since the 1956 Women’s March, with President Cyril Ramaphosa honouring women’s role in the struggle against apartheid.
Monday 10 August 2026 - 12:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Leonardo Attuch Appointed FCCE Vice-President As Brazil Expands Global South Ties
Brazil’s FCCE appoints journalist Leonardo Attuch as vice-president as it seeks stronger trade, investment and institutional ties across the Global South.
Monday 10 August 2026 - 09:05am
Travel & Tourism
Windhoek Potters Market Showcases Namibia’s Ceramic Talent
Windhoek’s first Potters’ Market brings together 20 ceramic artists to showcase handmade works, connect with customers and strengthen Namibia’s pottery community.
Sunday 09 August 2026 - 06:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africa repatriates over 77,000 undocumented foreign nationals
South Africa has repatriated 77,184 undocumented foreign nationals since the start of the year, with thousands more awaiting deportation, NATJOINTS says.
Saturday 08 August 2026 - 06:00pm
Business & Finance
Pix Becomes Brazil's Second Most Popular Payment Method in Hospitality Sector
Pix now accounts for 20.5% of payments at Brazilian bars and restaurants, highlighting the country's growing shift toward digital payments and cashless transactions.
Friday 07 August 2026 - 07:54pm
Infrastructure & Engineering
Africa Seeks to Close $100 Billion Infrastructure Gap at Dar es Salaam Forum
African leaders and investors meet in Dar es Salaam to address Africa's $100 billion infrastructure financing gap and accelerate investment across the continent.
Friday 07 August 2026 - 07:35pm
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africa Seeks United African Migration Strategy
South Africa has called on the African Union to convene a continental migration conference to tackle the root causes of migration through a coordinated African response.
Thursday 06 August 2026 - 02:00pm
Infrastructure & Engineering
South Africa Sees Renewables Boost Through Energy Partnership
South African energy experts say stronger cooperation could accelerate renewable energy, modernise the electricity grid and expand local manufacturing.
Thursday 06 August 2026 - 10:00am
Climate & Environment
Ethiopia Plants Record 805 Million Trees in a Day
Ethiopia planted a record 805 million trees in one day as part of its Green Legacy Initiative to restore forests, tackle climate change and build resilience.
Wednesday 05 August 2026 - 04:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
DRC Ebola Outbreak Nears 3,900 Cases as Response Struggles
The DRC's Ebola outbreak has reached 3,874 confirmed cases as WHO and Africa CDC warn the epidemic is expanding faster than response efforts.
Wednesday 05 August 2026 - 10:00am
Politics & Current Affairs
World Cup Hero Vozinha Joins Chilean Giants Colo Colo
Cabo Verde World Cup goalkeeper Vozinha joins Chilean champions Colo Colo after leading his nation to a historic 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.
Wednesday 05 August 2026 - 10:00am
Business & Finance
Hormuz Reopening Deal Gains Momentum Amid Regional Mediation
Diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz gather pace as the United States, Iran and regional mediators report progress in talks with implications for global energy markets.
Wednesday 05 August 2026 - 08:00am
Politics & Current Affairs
Westbury Unites Against Gang Violence
Westbury residents gathered in Johannesburg to call for an end to gang violence, urging stronger policing, community action and long-term support for affected families.
Tuesday 04 August 2026 - 03:54pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Brazil's digital sovereignty debate resonates across Global South
Brazil is prioritising digital sovereignty through AI infrastructure, data governance and technology regulation, offering lessons for Africa's growing digital economy.
Tuesday 04 August 2026 - 03:35pm
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africans register ahead of local elections
South Africa's Electoral Commission welcomes strong turnout during the final voter registration weekend ahead of the 4 November local government elections.
Monday 03 August 2026 - 12:50pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Opinion | Africa deserves to be understood, not misrepresented
A distorted map in a U.S. government presentation highlights broader questions about how Africa is perceived, represented and understood in global affairs.
Saturday 01 August 2026 - 02:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Saudi-led maritime alliance reflects growing focus on Red Sea security
A Saudi-led maritime alliance is expected to strengthen regional cooperation to protect Red Sea shipping routes as analysts call for political solutions alongside security measures.
Saturday 01 August 2026 - 02:00am
Politics & Current Affairs
US and Iran exchange fresh military strikes as regional tensions escalate
The United States and Iran have exchanged fresh military strikes, with tensions spreading across the Middle East and raising concerns over regional stability.
Thursday 30 July 2026 - 04:00pm