December 26, 2022
South Africa: South Africa - Driver Arrested After Deadly Tanker Blast
Police charged the gas tanker driver with multiple counts of culpable homicide after his truck got stuck beneath a bridge and exploded near Johannesburg. Read more »
December 17, 2022
South Africa: Freak Wave Kills Three At South African Beach
Dozens of people were dragged into the Bay of Plenty, one of Durban's most popular beaches. Read more »
December 12, 2022
Africa: Dozens of Migrants, Believed to be Ethiopian, Found Dead in Zambia
The 27 migrants are believed to have died of "hunger and exhaustion" after they were "dumped," according to Zambian police. One more person was still alive and taken to the… Read more »
December 05, 2022
South Africa: Ramaphosa Challenges Allegations of Corruption
South Africa's embattled leader Cyril Ramaphosa is seeking to annul a bombshell report in court after calls for his removal grew louder. His ANC party has vowed to back him on any… Read more »
December 02, 2022
South Africa: South Africa's Ramaphosa Fighting for Political Survival
Opposition leaders in South Africa are calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to resign amid allegations of a robbery coverup. Leaders of his party, the African National Congress,… Read more »
November 30, 2022
South Africa: President Faces Impeachment Debate
An independent panel found enough evidence to warrant a parliamentary debate on President Cyril Ramaphosa's future. It is connected to the alleged cover-up of a robbery at his… Read more »
November 29, 2022
South Africa: Anti-Apartheid Hero's Killer Stabbed in Prison Before Being Released on Parole
Janusz Walus was due to be released on parole after serving nearly 30 years in prison for killing anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani. News of his expected release caused wide… Read more »
South Africa: Kremlin-Backed Russian Broadcaster to Open Media Centre, Seeks Media Partners
RT, the Kremlin-backed international broadcaster, is opening a media center in South Africa and seeking partners on the continent. Russia's disinformation campaign aims for more… Read more »
November 24, 2022
Angola: Ex-President's Daughter Says She is 'Not Hiding' - Interview
The billionaire daughter of Angola's ex-president is now the subject of an international arrest warrant for alleged corruption. In an interview with DW, Isabel dos Santos denied… Read more »
November 23, 2022
Namibia: Statue of German Colonial Ruler Removed to Windhoek Museum
A statue of German colonial official, Curt von Francois, was moved from its pedestal in Namibia's capital Windhoek to a museum after activists criticized it as a symbol of… Read more »
November 21, 2022
South Africa: German Firm Faces Payback Bill in South Africa
Previous lucrative deals clinched by German software giant SAP in South Africa have returned to haunt the company. A proposal by a graft investigating agency could see SAP forced… Read more »
November 17, 2022
Africa: Russia Pushes Military Diplomacy in Africa Amid Ukraine War
Troop training, arms sales and mercenaries are the pillars of Russia's security support in Africa. But analysts say the war in Ukraine has exposed the risks to African nations of… Read more »
November 11, 2022
Zambia: Female Farmers Adapt to Climate Change
As Africa grapples with the impact of climate change, a UN-funded project is helping women farmers in Zambia to adopt new cultivation methods and remain profitable and productive. Read more »
November 03, 2022
Africa: Malawi Emerges As Transit Hub for Ethiopian Refugees
The increased number of Ethiopians entering Malawi through its porous borders has sparked concerns among migration experts. Read more »
October 29, 2022
South Africa: South Africa Cements New Zulu King's Rule
King Misuzulu was formally declared the head of the country's most influential traditional monarchy at a ceremony in Durban. The new king will first need to repair royal family… Read more »
October 25, 2022
Ethiopia: Ethiopia-Tigray Peace Talks Open in South Africa
Peace talks aimed at ending the two-year-old conflict in the Tigray regions of Ethiopia have begun in Pretoria. The negotiations follow a surge in violence in recent weeks. Read more »
October 24, 2022
Africa: Tigray, Ethiopian Govt Negotiators Arrive in South Africa for Peace Talks
Tigray rebels and the Ethiopian government have announced their arrival in South Africa for peace talks. It is the most serious effort to date to find a solution to the devastating… Read more »
October 21, 2022
Africa: Ghana and Zambia Race to Secure IMF Bailouts
Runaway inflation and soaring food prices have compelled Ghana and Zambia to seek bailouts from the International Monetary Fund. This week, traders across Ghana closed shop to… Read more »
October 07, 2022
Ethiopia: Cautious Optimism Ahead of Ethiopia-Tigray Peace Talks
Analysts have welcomed peace talks in South Africa between regional leaders of Ethiopia's Tigray region and the federal government but say both sides must get serious this time… Read more »
October 04, 2022
South Africa: German Tourist Shot Dead Near Kruger National Park
Police in South Africa are searching for suspects wanted for the killing of a German tourist who was shot dead while traveling to the world renowned Kruger game reserve. Read more »
September 30, 2022
Zimbabwe: Activist Tsitsi Dangarembga Vows to Appeal Conviction
Zimbabwe's prominent author and activist Tsitsi Dangarembga's conviction on charges of participating in a public gathering with intent to cause public violence is an attack on… Read more »
September 29, 2022
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Court Finds Author and Activist Tsitsi Dangarembga Guilty of Inciting Violence
The 2021 winner of the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade was among scores of people arrested during anti-government protests in 2020. Tsitsi Dangarembga has been given a… Read more »
September 24, 2022
Angola: Thousands Protest Disputed Vote Result
Thousands of Angolans have taken to the streets of the country's capital to protest against alleged electoral fraud. The demonstrations were called by the main opposition party,… Read more »
September 23, 2022
Malawi: Is There a Media Clampdown in Malawi?
A complex debate on media freedom is underway in Malawi, with opinions strongly divided. It comes after authorities revoked the licenses of several independent broadcasters over… Read more »
September 17, 2022
South Africa: South Africa and U.S. Pledge Further Cooperation
South Africa and the US have vowed to work more closely in areas such as climate change and security, despite disagreement on the war in Ukraine. Read more »