August 14, 2012
Southern Africa: Zuma to Report to Regional Leaders On Zimbabwe
Excerpt from a media briefing by the South African Deputy Minister of International Relations and Coooperation, Ebrahim Ebrahim, on August 14, 2012: Read more »
August 09, 2012
South Africa: Controversy Trails Gold Medalist
The man who won South Africa's first gold at the 2012 Olympic games, Cameron van der Burgh, has allegedly admitted to using illegal kicks. Read more »
July 31, 2012
South Africa: AllAfrica Editor Wins Top Award
AllAfrica's deputy managing editor, Juanita Williams, has been honoured with a top South African award for her service as a leader of the country's principal forum for editors. Read more »
July 27, 2012
South Africa: HIV+ Mothers and Their Babies Thrive on Treatment
At 9 a.m. each morning and 9 p.m. each evening, in her shack on the outskirts of Cape Town, Nomsa* diligently takes the antiretroviral medication that makes her … Read more »
July 15, 2012
Africa: Dlamini-Zuma Becomes AU's First Woman Leader
South African Home Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has won a vote to become the first female head of the African Union Commission, ITVNews reported the commission's… Read more »
July 12, 2012
South Africa: African Freedom and Shakespeare's World
As the focus of the world turns to London for the 2012 Olympic Games, one of the most remarkable stories of South Africa's freedom… Read more »
July 06, 2012
South Africa: Clinic Shows How to Cut Maternal Deaths
In a country where deaths from pregnancy and childbirth have been rising - more than four-fold in a decade, according to reports - not a single maternal death was recorded at a… Read more »
May 23, 2012
Nigeria: Call for Review of South Africa-Nigeria Visa Regime
What does it symbolise that American and British visitors to South Africa do not need a visa, but Nigerians and many other Africans do? Read more »
May 07, 2012
Africa: Trade Talks Threaten Access to Aids Drugs
Humanitarian aid has come a long way in the last 40 years, says the international president of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), Dr. Unni Karunakara, but he warns that… Read more »
March 30, 2012
Africa: International Radio Astronomy Project to Benefit Africa
Africa's bid to host the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) radio astronomy project could be a powerful driver for socio-economic development, South Africa's Minister for Science and… Read more »
March 29, 2012
South Africa: Govt Confident of Hosting Massive Telescope
Africa is ready to host the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), according to South African Minister of Science and Technology Naledi Pandor. Read more »
March 08, 2012
South Africa: Thousands of Workers Protest in Cape Town
Trade unions and workers today marched through the streets of Cape Town, as part of a national campaign by the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu), demanding the… Read more »
February 14, 2012
Africa: Seven Stadiums Could Host 2013 Cup of Nations
A record number of seven venues could be used by South Africa for the hosting of next year's African Nations Cup finals, as the country seeks to utilise all the stadiums that were… Read more »
February 10, 2012
South Africa: Empowerment Through Fashion
Glamour prevailed at the 2012 State of the Nation Address as distinguished members of Parliament opted to showcase local designers. Read more »
South Africa: Honour Your Promises President - MPs
Most of the members of parliament had the same message for President Jacob Zuma after his state-of-the-nation address - honour and act on your promises. Read more »
December 14, 2011
Africa: Using ICT Solutions to Reduce Global Business Emissions
The ICT industry, which contributes only two percent to global CO2 emissions, insists that ICT expansion is critical in achieving a low-carbon economy. Read more »
December 09, 2011
Africa: Caravan of Hope
Fifteen days, six caravans, six countries ... 160 young people from all over the world gathered in Nairobi, Kenya, to begin the journey of a lifetime. The African Youth Initiative… Read more »
Africa: Experiencing the Climate Change Youth Caravan
This week a group of African media practitioners - young reporters, veteran correspondents and journalists-in-training - got together in the shadow of the COP17 climate… Read more »
Africa: 'How Good is Money When You are Leaving a Devastated World for Your Children?'
allAfrica.com asked young, African environmental activists what they would say to the world leaders negotiating on our behalf inside the Durban International Convention Centre. Read more »
December 06, 2011
South Africa: Africa Shoots Beyond Stars in Radio Telescope Bid
South Africa's science and technology minister, Naledi Pandor, reflects a face of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) which is often eclipsed by populist rhetoric, party… Read more »
South Africa: With the Name 'Star', Science Minister Aims for the Heavens
Naledi Pandor, South Africa's Minister of Science and Technology, is leading an African bid to build the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), a pioneering radio telescope that aims to… Read more »
November 30, 2011
South Africa: Civil Society Voices Skepticism About COP17 Talks
The United Nations climate talks got under way in Durban on Monday amid much skepticism from civil society. Read more »
November 24, 2011
South Africa: Benin President Signs Deals on Jobs, Investment on State Visit to South Africa
Benin President Thomas Yayi Boni, together with his delegation, was welcomed by President Jacob Zuma on his state visit to South Africa. Read more »
November 23, 2011
South Africa: Environmentalists of the World, Welcome to Durban!
Environmentalists of the world, welcome to Durban! You may have heard that our city is a top international holiday destination with year-round beach weather. You'll know that our… Read more »
November 22, 2011
South Africa: Media, Civil Society Vow to Continue Fighting Against 'Secrecy Bill'
Protesters at the South African Parliament in Cape Town vowed to continue fighting against the so-called Secrecy Bill, saying it is a threat to democracy and service delivery. Read more »