December 18, 2017
South Africa: Ramaphosa Wins ANC Presidency, Succeeding Jacob Zuma
South Africa witnessed a watershed transition in political leadership today when a succession of governing party leaders who were formerly in exile or prison was replaced by a… Read more »
Africa: Africa's Health Challenge is a Human Rights Issue
Access to health is a human right. The Constitution of the World Health Organization states that "the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the… Read more »
South Africa: Local Movie The Wound Shortlisted for Oscars
The Academy announced the nine films that will compete for the Oscar nomination for the best foreign-language film. Read more »
December 12, 2017
Zimbabwe: Ordinary Citizens Can and Will Now Transform Zimbabwe
Some have questioned whether Zimbabweans have any reason to celebrate the fall of President Robert Mugabe, and sentiments are divided over the meaning of this change to the… Read more »
South Africa: Presidency Drafts New State of Emergency Regulations - Report
Regulations to the State of Emergency Act of 1997 have been drafted by an inter-departmental task team, according to the Rapport newspaper. Read more »
December 08, 2017
Zimbabwe: Next Up - Running Credible, Trusted Elections
As Zimbabweans begin to look ahead to next year's elections, a survey of public opinion shows that only half the country has confidence in the country's electoral commission. Read more »
South Africa: Deputy President Ramaphosa 'Would Believe' Zuma's Rape Accuser
During a radio interview with 702's Karima Brown, Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa said he "would believe" Fezekile Kuzwayo - also known as Khwezi - who accused President Jacob… Read more »
December 04, 2017
South Africa: Who Is Cyril Ramaphosa?
This interview was first published before Ramaphosa was elected president of his party, and of the country. Read more »
December 01, 2017
South Africa: World's Largest HIV Prevention Trial Wraps Up Door-to-Door Testing
One of the crucial aspects of the largest HIV prevention trial in the world is nearing an end, with HIV counsellors wrapping up four years of door-to-door visits to many thousands… Read more »
November 30, 2017
Ethiopia: South African University Honours Health Minister
A South African university has lauded an Ethiopian health minister, Dr Amir Aman Hagos, for the country's "amazing progress in a number of sectors, particularly in the area of… Read more »
November 23, 2017
Namibia: Swapo Remains Strong, United and Stable - President Geingob
Comrade Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Founding President of the SWAPO Party and Father of the Namibian Nation;Comrade Hifikepunye Pohamba, Former President of the SWAPO Party and the… Read more »
Africa: Building Small Businesses Creates Jobs for Africa
Job creation is undoubtedly one of the most pressing priorities for African countries. It is no longer feasible to rely on the public sector as the driver of employment -… Read more »
Southern Africa: Graca Machel Urges Better Nutrition for Mothers, Children
One of every four children under five years old in southern Africa suffers from stunted growth in that they are too short for their age, often as a result of inadequate nutrition. Read more »
November 22, 2017
Africa: Governments Are Closing Down Space for Civil Society - Jay Naidoo
Currently a political and social activist, Jay Naidoo was a pioneering trade unionist who fought apartheid in South Africa and went on after liberation to serve as a minister in… Read more »
November 21, 2017
Zimbabwe: Breaking News - Mugabe Quits
President Robert Mugabe has finally heeded calls to resign, AllAfrica's news partners in Zimbabwe report. Read more »
November 20, 2017
Africa: Warning Signs Flash As Governance Progress Slows
Forty of Africa's 55 nations have improved their standards of governance in the past decade, while only 12 have seen a decline. But the rate of improvement has slowed in recent… Read more »
November 19, 2017
Zimbabwe: Mugabe Axed From Ruling Party
Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF party has axed President Robert Mugabe as leader and first secretary of the party, reports NewsDay from Harare. Read more »
November 18, 2017
Zimbabwe: 'Mugabe Likely to Go Gracefully, Mnangagwa Unlikely to Stay Long' – Former U.S. Diplomat
Herman J. Cohen was the first President George Bush's top Africa diplomat, serving as Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs from 1989 to 1993. Read more »
November 15, 2017
Zimbabwe: What Led to Situation in Zimbabwe?
Here are the most recent events leading to the tense political situation in Zimbabwe: Read more »
October 27, 2017
Africa: 'Guptagate' Hits Businesses Across Africa, China, India
The corruption scandal engulfing South Africa's state-owned companies has triggered a ban by one of the world's leading software companies on the payment of commissions on… Read more »
October 20, 2017
Zimbabwe: The Blame Game - What Mugabe's Been Playing Since 1980
As Zimbabwe's economy has gone from bad to worse in recent years, Robert Mugabe's political and physical demise has been predicted many times but he has always confounded his many… Read more »
October 19, 2017
South Africa: The Teflon Presidency - Where Motions of No-Confidence Don't Stick
President Jacob is living up to his title of Teflon president for his ability to survive no-confidence votes brought before Parliament by opposition parties. Read more »
South Africa: Jamaican Athlete Usain Bolt Set to Host 2018 Sun Met
Sun Met celebrated with G.H Mumm has announced that the retired sprinting legend will host of Africa's Richest Race Day next year. Read more »
October 18, 2017
Zimbabwe: Dozens Apply For Hangman Post
More than 50 job-seekers have applied for the hangman's post in Zimbabwe, Newsday reports. Read more »
October 17, 2017
Zimbabwe: 10 Times Grace Mugabe Came Out Guns Blazing Against VP Mnangagwa
First Lady Grace Mugabe's entry into the political fray has created a mixture of excitement, anxiety and consternation within Zimbabwean politics. She has become a powerful… Read more »