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Politics & Current Affairs
Lesotho debates Global South's global voice
Lesotho scholars and China's ambassador have debated global governance, calling for greater representation of developing countries in international decision-making.
Wednesday 09 September 2026 - 02:54pm
Business & Finance
Egypt reserves hit record $57.2bn
Egypt's net international reserves reached a record $57.2 billion at the end of August, rising by 16.2% from the same month last year.
Tuesday 08 September 2026 - 06:39pm
Business & Finance
Uganda picks Vitol to market crude
Uganda has appointed Vitol to market its Pearl Sweet crude as the country prepares for its first oil exports through Tanzania in early 2027.
Tuesday 08 September 2026 - 06:15pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Kenya unveils five-point terror plan
Kenya has proposed a five-point framework to strengthen the protection of critical infrastructure and public spaces against terrorism across Africa.
Tuesday 08 September 2026 - 06:02pm
Business & Finance
US$200m climate fund targets East Africa farmers
IFAD and Equity Group have launched a US$200 million mechanism to expand climate adaptation finance for farmers and rural businesses in East Africa.
Monday 07 September 2026 - 12:44pm
Climate & Environment
Rwanda names 22 baby gorillas at Kwita Izina
Rwanda has named 22 baby mountain gorillas at the 21st Kwita Izina ceremony, highlighting conservation, community partnerships and habitat protection.
Monday 07 September 2026 - 12:14pm
Business & Finance
ApexBrasil opens Africa office in Ethiopia
ApexBrasil has opened its first African office in Addis Ababa, seeking to expand trade and investment between Brazil, Ethiopia and markets across Africa.
Saturday 05 September 2026 - 09:58pm
Travel & Tourism
4x4 show draws families to Centurion
Families and outdoor enthusiasts gathered at Zwartkop Raceway for the South Africa 4x4 and Outdoor Show, featuring motoring, aviation and entertainment.
Saturday 05 September 2026 - 09:46pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Guinea calls for stronger youth health action
Guinea calls for stronger action to protect the sexual and reproductive health and rights of young people amid Africa’s overlapping crises.
Friday 04 September 2026 - 10:07am
Business & Finance
Egypt economy grows 5.1 per cent
Egypt's economy grew 5.1 per cent in FY2025/26, exceeding the IMF's 4.6 per cent forecast as manufacturing, trade and the Suez Canal recovered.
Friday 04 September 2026 - 09:42am
Business & Finance
Africa urged to accelerate food systems transformation
African leaders and development partners call for greater investment and stronger partnerships to transform food systems, create jobs and tackle hunger.
Thursday 03 September 2026 - 11:50am
Climate & Environment
El Niño puts 162m children at risk
UNICEF warns that more than 162 million children in Eastern and Southern Africa are exposed to the growing risks of the 2026/2027 El Niño.
Thursday 03 September 2026 - 10:32am
Politics & Current Affairs
Namibia malaria cases top 122,000
Namibia has recorded 122,612 malaria cases and 122 deaths in 2026 as the government expands indoor spraying and strengthens its malaria elimination strategy.
Thursday 03 September 2026 - 10:21am
Business & Finance
Brazil, Mozambique deepen economic ties
Brazil and Mozambique are expanding economic cooperation, with a focus on investment, local production, technology, skills and access to Southern African markets.
Wednesday 02 September 2026 - 09:07am
Politics & Current Affairs
16 killed in Egypt bus crash
At least 16 people were killed and 28 injured after a bus overturned on Egypt’s Dahab-Nuweiba road in South Sinai, the Health Ministry said.
Wednesday 02 September 2026 - 08:58am
Business & Finance
Brazil, US resume tariff talks
Brazil and the US have resumed trade talks after tariff tensions, with Brasília seeking a comprehensive agreement to remove additional duties.
Wednesday 02 September 2026 - 08:49am
Politics & Current Affairs
Hichilema begins second term with growth pledge
Zambia’s Hakainde Hichilema begins his second term, pledging economic growth, job creation, greater productivity and inclusive development for citizens.
Wednesday 02 September 2026 - 07:55am
Politics & Current Affairs
Ethiopia repatriates nearly 99,000 nationals from Saudi Arabia
Ethiopia has repatriated more than 98,900 nationals from Saudi Arabia since September 2025 as authorities continue efforts to assist vulnerable returnees.
Wednesday 02 September 2026 - 07:46am
Politics & Current Affairs
AU condemns deadly attack on UN convoy in South Sudan
The African Union condemns a deadly attack on a UN convoy in South Sudan that killed two Ethiopian peacekeepers and injured seven others.
Monday 31 August 2026 - 10:34am
Climate & Environment
South Africa probes new sardine deaths along coast
South African authorities are investigating new sardine deaths along the coast as testing continues into the possible role of pilchard herpesvirus.
Monday 31 August 2026 - 10:25am
Business & Finance
Brazil positions itself as stable partner for Africa
Brazil is deepening trade ties with Africa, with South Africa identified as a strategic partner in agriculture, critical minerals, industry and energy.
Saturday 29 August 2026 - 09:15am
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africa urges new ICJ action as Israel defies Gaza genocide orders
South Africa has filed a new dossier with the ICJ accusing Israel of failing to comply with provisional measures in Pretoria’s Gaza genocide case.
Saturday 29 August 2026 - 08:58am
Politics & Current Affairs
Namibia Declares Economic Emancipation New Struggle
Namibia’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has declared economic emancipation the country’s new national struggle, citing poverty, unemployment and inequality.
Thursday 27 August 2026 - 02:57pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Côte d’Ivoire advances family planning efforts under Ouagadougou Partnership
Côte d’Ivoire has been recognised for progress in reproductive health and family planning as the Ouagadougou Partnership looks towards its 2030 goals.
Thursday 27 August 2026 - 02:19pm
Business & Finance
Zimbabwe's ZiG inflation falls to 2.9%
Zimbabwe's ZiG inflation fell to 2.9% in August as authorities pointed to exchange rate stability and stronger confidence in the local currency.
Thursday 27 August 2026 - 01:15pm
Travel & Tourism
South Africa records 12.5% rise in July tourist arrivals
South Africa recorded nearly 1 million overnight international tourists in July, with arrivals rising 12.5 percent year on year, led by regional markets.
Thursday 27 August 2026 - 12:31pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Zimbabwe official charged over Kariba ferry disaster
Zimbabwe has charged a RIDA official with culpable homicide after the Lake Kariba ferry disaster killed 97 people, as investigations continue.
Thursday 27 August 2026 - 11:44am
Business & Finance
Brazil-South Africa Move to Expand $2bn Trade Ties
Brazil and South Africa are targeting energy, critical minerals, vaccine production and industrial cooperation to expand their US$2 billion trade relationship.
Wednesday 26 August 2026 - 08:27pm
Business & Finance
Unpaid Work Equals 9.6% of Cabo Verde GDP
A Cabo Verde report estimates unpaid work at 9.6% of GDP, while women continue to perform a larger share of domestic and care responsibilities.
Wednesday 26 August 2026 - 06:19pm