Mozambique: Inauguration of Daniel Chapo Days Away

Members of Parliament will take their seats in the National Assembly of Mozambique on Monday 13 January, and the President-elect Daniel Chapo will be sworn in as President on… Read more »

Namibia: 'Mama Swapo'

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is a leader, and her entire life has prepared her for the next assignment as President of the Republic of Namibia. Read more »

Namibia: Swapo Gets Fresh Mandate in Namibia

"I am saying to you, we are going to do what we have told you. Thank you for your trust and confidence in us." Read more »

Namibia: Namibia Election 'In Line With International Standards'

Namibians cast their ballots to elect a new president and parliamentarians on 27-30 November in an election described by regional observers as peaceful, transparent and in… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Maps Future of DRC Military Intervention

Achieving lasting peace in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is high on the agenda as leaders from southern Africa convene on 20 November to discuss the peace and security… Read more »

Mauritius: Former Prime Minister Ramgoolam Wins 'Orderly, Peaceful' Elections in Mauritius

Navin Ramgoolam, a former prime minister, has been returned to office in the recent elections in Mauritius, after sweeping all 60 contested seats in the legislature. Read more »

Southern Africa: Botswana's Smooth Political Transition Shines Light On SADC

"Our democracy has demonstrated, more than it has before, that this is a mature democracy." Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Statement On Removal of Sanctions On Zimbabwe

Statement by His Excellency Dr. Emmerson Read more »

Africa: Towards Financial Autonomy, Ownership of AU Peace Initiatives

Africa is making significant progress in its quest for financial autonomy and ownership of its peace-making initiatives through a fund that aims to support continental efforts to… Read more »

Mozambique: Mozambique Gears for General Elections

A carnival atmosphere has characterised election campaigns in Mozambique as political parties woo the electorate for votes in the 9 October general elections. Read more »

Southern Africa: Turning Waste Into Power - Addressing SADC's Energy Challenges

Southern Africa stands on the brink of a transformative solution to its persistent energy challenges by harnessing the potential of waste-to-energy technologies. Read more »

Southern Africa: Three SADC Universities Collaborate On Heritage of Sustainable Cities

Teaching on Site is an innovative concept for a series of regional workshops in Southern Africa intended to share ideas from precolonial African urban settlements to inform policy… Read more »

Africa: China -Africa Forum More Than Just Diplomacy - Modernisation Top On the Agenda

As Beijing hosts the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), I continue to share my insights, from a southern African perspective, on the great diplomacy and… Read more »

Africa: Focac 2024 Presents Opportunities for Expanding China-Africa Cooperation

As Beijing prepares to host the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), I reflect on issues of possible interest to the Chinese investor with focus on Africa… Read more »

Botswana: Limpopo River a Lifeline to Many

RIGHT in the Shashe River -- one of the major tributaries of the Limpopo River -- I witnessed nature in harmony with itself and realised why the Limpopo River Basin is a lifeline… Read more »

Southern Africa: Food Security High On SADC Summit Agenda

The state of food and nutrition security in southern Africa will be high on the agenda when regional leaders meet in Harare, Zimbabwe on 17 August 2024 to discuss socio-economic… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC to Host Public Lecture

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) will host a Public Lecture at the Diamond Lecture Theatre of the University of Zimbabwe on 15th August 2024. The event is… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Achievements and Challenges Presented to Council of Ministers

The Southern African Development Community is steadily advancing its regional integration agenda but more needs to be done to ensure that member states honour their financial… Read more »

Southern Africa: 44th SADC Summit - Investment in Water Infrastructure Will Unlock Industrial Development

Regional integration in southern Africa is premised on various socio-economic sectors such as energy, water, information technology communication, transport, tourism and… Read more »

Southern Africa: 'Buy SADC-Made Products to Support Industrialisation'

Manufacturers of goods in southern Africa should have unrestricted access to 'local markets' while citizens must support their growth by buying and consuming products made in the… Read more »

Africa: SADC Has Capacity to Unlock Africa's Potential

Southern Africa has the potential to quicken the pace of continental integration in Africa by using its vast mineral resources and favourable investment conditions to… Read more »

Southern Africa: New Partnership for Youth Involvement in Regional Development

A new partnership to support youth participation in regional integration and development was established this week by two regional organisations, the Southern African Research and… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Moves Towards a Regional Innovation University

Southern Africa is making progress towards the launch of a university that will focus on innovation and entrepreneurship as the region moves to establish a critical mass of… Read more »

Southern Africa: SADC Amplifies Role of Women in Peace Processes

In a significant step towards gender inclusivity in peace processes, southern Africa continues to acknowledge the crucial role women play in conflict prevention and resolution. Read more »

South Africa: Statement By President Cyril Ramaphosa On the Appointment of Members of the National Executive

STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON THE APPOINTMENT Read more »