August 13
Zimbabwe: Human Rights Watchdog Demands Charges Against Activist Bhekimpilo Mbedzi Be Dropped
New Zimbabwe
HUMAN rights organisation Amnesty International has called on Zimbabwean authorities to immediately drop all charges against political activist Bhekimpilo Mbedzi, who was arrested… Read more »
South Africa: NSFAS Boss and Minister Manamela Grilled Over Unapproved Payments to Four Advisers
Daily Maverick
NSFAS administrator Professor Hlengani Mathebula, along with Minister of Higher Education Buti Manamela, were questioned over how they appointed four advisers, of whom two were… Read more »
Botswana: BCA Sets Stage for National XCO MTB Champs
Botswana Daily News
The Botswana Cycling Association (BCA) is set to crown national champions across eight distance categories at the upcoming Cross Country Olympic (XCO) Mountain Bike (MTB)… Read more »
Botswana: Chombo Applauds Elders for Laying Botswana Foundation
Botswana Daily News
Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs, Ms Lesego Chombo, has paid tribute to elderly citizens for their sacrifices, hard work and patriotism in laying the foundation for Botswana's… Read more »
Malawi: Bob Mpinganjira Scoops Coach of the Month
Nyasa Times
Bob Mpinganjira has been crowned FDH Bank Premiership Coach of the Month for July 2026, after steering Mighty Wanderers through an unbeaten run that left rivals trailing. Read more »
South Africa: 'Death Pact' Bound Julius Mkhwanazi and Co-Accused to Secrecy in Murder Case, Court Hears
Daily Maverick
Former Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and his co-accused in Emmanuel Mbense's murder allegedly agreed to stay silent. Four of those originally… Read more »
Botswana: Dtcb Botswana Women Football Finals Saturday
Botswana Daily News
DTC Botswana Women's Football Championship final will be held at Royal Aria stadium, Tlokweng on Saturday. Read more »
Mozambique: Bridge Over Metuchira River Reopened
AIM
The bridge over Metuchira River, in Inchope Administrative Post, Gondola District, central Mozambican province of Manica, has been reopened following an interruption of about 90… Read more »
Malawi: Arrest Warrants Blocked, Millions Missing - Inside the Chaudhry Fraud Scandal Rocking Malawi
Nyasa Times
Pakistani businessman and wife face mounting claims of citizenship fraud, missing millions and fake diplomatic status -- but have dodged arrest thanks to a last-minute court order. Read more »
Malawi: Namiwa's Bail Bid in Limbo - Judge Takes Time Over K2m Demand
Nyasa Times
A Malawian High Court judge has reserved judgement on a bail application brought by prominent civil rights campaigner Sylvester Namiwa, who remains behind bars facing treason… Read more »
South Africa: Parliamentary Committees Scrutinise Central Drug Agency Performance [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The Central Drug Agency's (CDA) performance in fighting substance abuse came under scrutiny from Members of Parliament during a joint meeting of the Portfolio Committee Social… Read more »
South Africa: Media Statement - Joint Oversight Committees Call for Measurable Turnaround At Matlosana and Ditsobotla [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) and the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) on Wednesday called on the City of Matlosana and… Read more »
Malawi: Minister Ben Phiri Hails Newly Rehabilitated Road That Will Boost Farming, Unlock David Livingstone Grave Site
Nyasa Times
Government has expressed satisfaction with the rehabilitation of the Magomero turn-off to Namadzi River Road, carried out under Phase Two of the Regional Climate Resilience… Read more »
Malawi: Minister Ben Phiri On Relentless Schedule - - Hands Out 150 Helmets After Deadly Bike Crashes
Nyasa Times
Talk of being a workaholic - Minister of Local Government and Rural Development and MP for Thyolo Central, Dr Ben Malunga Phiri, appears to be living up to the reputation, if his… Read more »
Malawi: 40 Arrested After Mob Violence and Looting Erupts Over Trafficking Claims Against Balaka Businessman
Nyasa Times
Malawi Police in Balaka have arrested at least 40 people following a wave of violence, looting and property theft that erupted at Mponda earlier this week, as fury over alleged… Read more »
Malawi: Chawinga Sensation Puts Trophy Dreams Before Personal Glory As Malawi Eye Historic Awcon Crown
Nyasa Times
Scorchers talisman Temwa Chawinga has declared that lifting the Africa Cup of Nations trophy with Malawi matters far more to her than scooping individual glory -- despite finding… Read more »
Namibia: MTC Strengthens Huawei Partnership
New Era
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) has expanded its partnership with Huawei after successfully registering as a Huawei Enterprise Partner, a move the telecommunications… Read more »
Namibia: Namra Campaign Targets 'Order With Me' Businesses
New Era
The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has launched a six-month national education campaign aimed at helping Namibians who run "Order With Me" businesses or buy goods through online… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia's Growth Outlook Cut As Economy Weakens ... Repo Rate Remains Unchanged At 6.75 Percent
New Era
Namibia's economy is expected to grow by just 2.1% this year after the Bank of Namibia lowered its growth forecast, citing weak performance in mining, manufacturing, electricity… Read more »
Namibia: Duan Jansen Among Fresh Faces in Proteas Squad for Namibia Tour
Daily Maverick
Several players, including Duan Jansen, have earned their maiden Proteas call-up for a white-ball tour of Namibia. The tour serves as a prelude to a busy home summer as well as an… Read more »
South Africa: Will Mapisa-Nqakula Walk? Defence Moves to Have R4.5m Corruption Case Thrown Out
Daily Maverick
The State's evidence has ranged from alleged cash bribes to lavish renovations at former defence minister Nosivwe Mapisa-Nqakula's Joburg home. With the prosecution case closed,… Read more »
South Africa: 'Fixing Taxis Can Shift Joburg's Trajectory' - Addressing Taxi Troubles
Daily Maverick
In a new partnership, Jozi My Jozi is working with the taxi sector to improve safety on the road and at city taxi ranks. Focus areas include taxi rank safety and cleanliness,… Read more »
Africa: Nigeria Take On South Africa in World Cup Playoff Today - Time and Where to Watch
Vanguard
African women's football giants South Africa and Nigeria clash on Thursday in Casablanca under high-pressure circumstances neither team envisioned. Read more »
Namibia: LDV Targets Namibia's Commercial Market
New Era
The new T60 Utility Single Cab enters a market where affordability, payload and durability remain critical considerations for businesses and fleet operators. This is as LDV stepped… Read more »
Namibia: Established Local Mines Report Strong Operation Gains
New Era
Two of Namibia's established mines reported strong operational gains at the Namibia Mining Expo and Conference, with B2Gold's Otjikoto Mine on track to pass a cumulative two… Read more »
