April 26
South Africa: Minister Announces Withdrawal of Draft AI Policy
SAnews.gov.za
Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has announced the withdrawal of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy following an internal process. Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Lead Freedom Day Commemoration
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to lead the national Freedom Day commemoration which will be held in Bloemfontein in the Free State on Monday. Read more »
South Africa: Road Closures to Be Implemented for Freedom Day Celebrations
SAnews.gov.za
Residents of Bloemfontein have been urged to use other alternative roads as roads around the Dr Rantlai Petrus Molemela Stadium will be temporarily closed for Freedom Day… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Joins Eswatini in Commemorating Coronation of King Mswati III
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Saturday joined the Kingdom of Eswatini as it commemorated the 40th anniversary of the coronation of His Majesty King Mswati III, as well as the King's… Read more »
Africa: Envoy Allays Fears Over Tanzanians' Safety in South Africa
Daily News
Tanzania's High Commissioner, James Bwana, has assured that the Tanzanian community living in various cities in South Africa is safe and not being targeted by attacks from locals,… Read more »
South Africa: Mopane Worm and Termite Sales Relieve Poverty in Rural South Africa - Studies Explore the Impact [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
South Africa's Limpopo province borders Zimbabwe, Botswana and Mozambique. It is one of the poorest provinces in the country. This is due to a combination of historical… Read more »
South Africa: Condolences Continue for Retired Judge President
SAnews.gov.za
Parliament has expressed condolences to the family of retired Judge President Achmat Naeem Jappie who passed away at the age of 70. Read more »
April 24
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 24, 2026
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Africa: South Africa's Minister of Police Condemns Attack On Ghanaians and Other Nationals
Ghanaian Times
South Africa's Minister of Police Professor Firoz Cachalia, has strongly condemned the recent xenophobic acts of violence and intimidation directed at Ghanaians and other foreign… Read more »
South Africa: Mugabe's Son, Co-Accused Await Sentencing - South African News Briefs - April 24, 2026
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South Africa: Home Affairs Dismissal of 63 Crooked Officials Shows Schreiber's Crackdown On Corruption and Misconduct Is Working [press release]
DA
The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the decisive action taken by Minister Leon Schreiber to root out corruption and misconduct within the Department of Home Affairs. The… Read more »
South Africa: When Survival Leaves No Room for Compassion in South Africa's Food System
Daily Maverick
Freedom is not only the right to vote or speak freely, but also the ability to live with dignity. This means having real options: food that is affordable, healthy and produced in… Read more »
Africa: Chamisa Condemns South Africa Xenophobic Attacks
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Former opposition Citizens Coalition for Change leader Nelson Chamisa has condemned the recent wave of xenophobic attacks in South Africa calling them "deeply regrettable" and… Read more »
South Africa: Most Malaria Cases in Gauteng Imported - NICD
Health-e
This week, the Gauteng health department issued an alert about increased malaria cases in the province, urging residents to be vigilant. Read more »
South Africa: Freedom Day - Public Trust Tested
UCT
Public trust is in the spotlight as South Africans commemorate Freedom Day on 27 April. It comes as the nation marks the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution, which… Read more »
South Africa: A Shameful Judicial Record
GroundUp
Late judgments hit a new high in 2025, crossing the 300 mark Read more »
April 23
Zambia: Zambian Govt to Repatriate Former President Lungu's Body Against Family Wishes
allAfrica
The Zambian government has said that it has taken possession of the body of former president Edgar Lungu, who died in South Africa 10 months ago, against the wishes of… Read more »
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 23, 2026
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South Africa: Cape Town Battles Flooding After Heavy Rains - South African News Briefs - April 23, 2026
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South Africa: President Ramaphosa Appoints Acting National Police Commissioner
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the South African Police Service's (SAPS) Divisional Commissioner for Financial Management Services, Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane, as… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Suspends Top Cop As Case Shakes Police Leadership
Scrolla
President Cyril Ramaphosa places police chief Fannie Masemola on precautionary suspension after court charges linked to a R360 million tender case. Lieutenant General Puleng… Read more »
Ghana: Foreign Affairs Minister Engages South Africa Over Xenophobic Attacks
Ghanaian Times
Ghana's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has engaged South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation over reported xenophobic attacks on… Read more »
South Africa: Teen Pregnancies Are Dramatically Dropping. But Researchers Aren't Sure Why
Bhekisisa
New research shows a steep decline in adolescent pregnancy rates across all nine provinces from 2021 to 2025, reversing course from previous years. It's good news, even if it's not… Read more »
South Africa: Municipality Downplays Threat After E. Coli Detected in Despatch's Reservoir
Daily Maverick
Nelson Mandela Bay spokesperson says Despatch residents should not panic after the discovery of E.coli contamination in one of the town's reservoirs. There is no health hazard, he… Read more »
South Africa: Police Commissioner General Masemola Placed On Precautionary Suspension
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola on precautionary suspension following his appearance in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court… Read more »
