September 27, 2018
Africa: What Can Ethiopia Learn From Zimbabwe's Election?
Four members of the National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), led by Chairperson Samia Zekaria Gutu, is visiting the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) "to learn about sound… Read more »
South Africa: South African Actress Shoki Mokgapa Dies
A representative for Shoki Mokgapa's management firm, Nashoda Billy, confirmed the 34-year-old award-winning actress died. Read more »
September 21, 2018
South Africa: Ramaphosa Unveils $3.5 Billion Stimulus for Recession-Hit Economy
President Cyril Ramaphosa, who inherited a contracting economy from his scandal-ridden predecessor, today announced an economic stimulus and recovery plan for the country. The plan… Read more »
September 14, 2018
Africa: Africans Live A Decade Longer Than in 1990, But...
The level of human development in Sub-Saharan Africa, judged by how long people live for, how well they are educated and how much they earn, has improved by more than a third in… Read more »
September 12, 2018
South Africa: Man Accused of Killing Mother and Wife - Now His Father-in-Law is Murdered
31-year-old Rameez Patel has been informed that the National Prosecuting Authority would provide him with a High Court date on October 4, News24 reports. Read more »
September 03, 2018
Zimbabwe: Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Statement on Zimbabwe Elections
Statement by Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former President of the Republic of Liberia, on the elections in Zimbabwe Read more »
South Africa: Govt Official Speaks of 'Apartheid Torture' at State Capture Inquiry
Phumla Williams' testimony at the Zondo Commission of Inquiry continues. This comes after the acting Director-General of the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS)… Read more »
August 27, 2018
South Africa: How Mining Damages Communities and the Environment
The South African Human Rights Commission has released a scathing report on the damage mining in the country is posing to human rights. The conclusion paints a dark picture: "[T]he… Read more »
South Africa: 'Controversial' China Trip in the Spotlight at #StateCapture Commission
Vytjie Mentor has appeared before the commission of inquiry into state capture as it enters its fourth day and provided clarity on a trip to China that brought the former MP's… Read more »
August 23, 2018
Africa: Land Tweet - Obama's Ambassador to South Africa Hits Out at Trump, Senators React
President Barack Obama's ambassador to South Africa, Patrick Gaspard, has attacked President Donald Trump's claim that the country's farmers are being killed on a "large scale". Read more »
August 21, 2018
South Africa: Petrol Cost Hikes Blamed on Exchange Rates, Venezuela Instability
Energy Minister Jeff Radebe has presented several reasons why South Africans have to pay more at the pumps during an Energy Portfolio Committee meeting. The session comes a week… Read more »
August 10, 2018
Africa: Ciara Takes to Soweto's Streets With New Single Featuring Nigeria's Tekno
Ciara could hardly wait to announce her new single called Freak Me to her fans. American pop star Ciara took to her Instagram page to announce the new single featuring Nigerian… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa's Plan to Cut 30 000 Civil Servant Jobs - Report
The government reportedly plans cut the jobs of 30 000 public servants in the next three years as part of the President Cyril Ramaphosa's planned restructuring to reduce the… Read more »
August 09, 2018
South Africa: Statement Issued On Behalf of the Mkhize & Kheswa families, on the Passing of Their Son, Brother and Father, Linda "ProKid" Mkhize (37)
The legendary SA hip-hop Artist, affectionately known as ProKid of Hip Hop, passed away on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. He suffered a severe seizure attack, whilst visiting friends… Read more »
August 08, 2018
South Africa: U.S.$10.8 Million Powerball Winner Kept Ticket Safe in a Sock
An engineer from Mpumalanga who spent a mere R20 on a Powerball ticket has become the winner of the largest jackpot in the game's history, eNCA reports. The 34-year-old, who wished… Read more »
August 06, 2018
South Africa: Buses Set Alight As Taxi Strike Begins in Cape
The South African police have been deployed in various areas in Western Cape "to maintain law and order" during a strike by taxi drivers this morning. Read more »
August 01, 2018
Zimbabwe: Chamisa Claims Victory as Presidential Poll Results on Hold
MDC Alliance presidential candidate Nelson Chamisa has thanked Zimbabweans for their support in an announcement that says "we have won the popular vote". Read more »
July 30, 2018
South Africa: Great-Grandchildren Honour Mandela With a Children's Book
Little Charmers have hosted their 5th Annual Charity Show where former president Nelson Mandela's daughter Zindzi's children Zazi (8) and Ziwelene (6) launched the Mandela family's… Read more »
South Africa: High Court Sets Aside Decision to Grant Grace Mugabe Diplomatic Immunity
A decision by former minister of international relations and cooperation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane to grant former Zimbabwean first lady Grace Mugabe diplomatic immunity has been set… Read more »
South Africa: Commuters Stranded as Gautrain Workers' Strike Hits
Gautrain workers demanding a 10% wage increase have embarked on strike action after talks between the United National Transport Union (UNTU) and the Bombela Operating Company (BOC)… Read more »
July 27, 2018
South Africa: 'Serial Rapist' Denies Documentary Claims
A man identified only as David in the BBC documentary My Neighbour - The Rapist has denied the allegations made in the viral video feature, claiming he was coerced by filmmaker… Read more »
South Africa: Jacob Zuma Returns to Court to Face Corruption Charges
Crowds of supporters have gathered outside the Pietermaritzburg High Court where former president Jacob Zuma faces charges of corruption, fraud, racketeering and money laundering.… Read more »
July 24, 2018
Africa: South Africa Punches Above Its Weight in BRICS Grouping
South Africa's inclusion in the BRICS grouping of nations - whose 10th summit it will host from July 25 to 27 - has long been questioned, since by most indicators – economic,… Read more »
July 23, 2018
South Africa: A Coup Averted After Zuma Resignation - Report
South Africa reportedly avoided a coup by the skin of its teeth in February 2018, after President Jacob Zuma was forced to step down. Read more »
July 20, 2018
South Africa: Percy Tau Excited to Join English Premier League Club
Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Percy Tau has landed himself a 4-year deal with an English Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion. The club confirmed on their official… Read more »