June 26
Namibia: Over 36 000 Register to Vote in Otjozondjupa
New Era
The voter registration activities in the Otjozondjupa region by the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) have progressed well in all seven constituencies since the exercise began… Read more »
South Africa: SA - an Impressive Example for Democracies [opinion]
SAnews.gov.za
As the indelible ink used to register voters in the recent general elections has almost faded from the left thumb; work to move South Africa Inc forward has been moving ahead… Read more »
Zambia: UNHCR Operations Chief Observes Refugee Day and Kicks Off Inclusive Development and Solutions Dialogue
UNHCR
Mr Raouf Mazou, the Assistant High Commissioner for Operations at UNHCR, has commended Zambia for its steadfast commitment to a progressive model for refugee protection and… Read more »
South Africa: From Union Leader to MEC - Free State's New Health MEC Monyatso Mahlatsi Makes Big Promises
spotlight
A trade unionist who spent years fighting for the rights of workers, the Free State's new health MEC Monyatso Mahlatsi now finds himself on the other side of the table where he… Read more »
Namibia: Man Accused of Incest Takes Own Life
Namibian
A man (39) from at Sikali village in the Kavango West region allegedly took his own life by drinking car battery acid, after he was called in by a village headman and elders of the… Read more »
Namibia: Share Million-Dollar Tenders Among SMEs - Katjimune
Namibian
Lawmaker Maximalliant Katjimune wants the parliament to reconsider the procurement awarding system to share million-dollar tenders among more than one small or medium enterprise… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Do Not Provoke Us - Opposition CCC Vows to Protest As 78 Party Activists Remain Locked Up
New Zimbabwe
The Nelson Chamisa-backed Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has vowed to protest against the detention of party members who are currently locked up on allegations of disorderly… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Chimombe Embroiled in Streetlights Tender Scandal
The Herald
A COMPANY linked to businessman, Mr Mike Chimombe, is embroiled in a tender scandal involving 500 streetlights in Harare, amid allegations of underhand dealings. Read more »
Zimbabwe: No Cattle Sales At Household Level - Govt
The Herald
GOVERNMENT has with immediate effect banned household cattle sales and urged farmers to use village business unit (VBUs) auctions to curb panic selling of animals instigated by… Read more »
South Africa: Netflix Could Soon Offer Free Streaming Service... But Not in Mzansi
Fame Frenzy
Global streaming giants are always on the hunt for new subscribers and ways of cutting down costs. So, it's refreshing to know that Netflix is considering rolling out a free model… Read more »
South Africa: Champagne Darling! Bonang Celebrates her 37th Birthday in True Bonang Style
Fame Frenzy
South Africa's media darling Bonang Matheba pulled out all the stops for her 37th birthday bash on Tuesday. Read more »
South Africa: Rassie Reaches the Only Conclusion He Could By Confirming Siya Kolisi As Bok Captain
Daily Maverick
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus confirmed Siya Kolisi will captain the team in 2024 after casting doubt on the situation a few months ago. Read more »
South Africa: A South Africa Party? Strange and Difficult to Comprehend While Not Impossible to Imagine [analysis]
Daily Maverick
While ever more political parties claim they are prepared to work with the ANC in some form in a national government, it is worth examining how close to one another these parties… Read more »
South Africa: N West to Intensify Male Circumcision Coverage During School Holidays
SAnews.gov.za
In an effort to improve men's overall health, the North West Department of Health will offer voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) services during the winter school break. Read more »
Namibia: Warriors Squad Headed to Cosafa ... As Benjamin Confirms List
New Era
A youthful 23-man Brave Warriors squad is set to compete in the 23rd edition of the Cosafa Cup, scheduled from 26 June to 7 July. Read more »
Namibia: AR Targets Youth Vote
Namibian
Affirmative Repositioning (AR) national spokesperson George Kambala says they will go into the forthcoming November elections targeting the youth vote after the party was… Read more »
Namibia: Driver Guilty of Murder Gets Court Date in August
Namibian
A persentence hearing in the trial of Jandre Dippenaar, who has been convicted on six counts of murder in connection with a road collision near the end of 2014, is scheduled to… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Warriors Aim to Secure Spot in Cosafa Cup Semi-Finals
New Zimbabwe
WARRIORS interim coach Jairos Tapera says he is targeting a semi-finals spot at the men's COSAFA Cup tournament which kicks off on Wednesday in South Africa. Read more »
Angola: Attorney General's Office Prioritizes Cases of Vandalism and Rape of Minors
ANGOP
The new coordinator of the Southern Judicial Region (RJS) of the Attorney General's Office, Vanderley Bento Mateus, promised on Wednesday, in Lubango city, Huíla province,… Read more »
Namibia: Telecom Inks Another Partnership to Improve Network Capabilities and Coverage
Namibia Economist
Telecom Namibia (Tn) Has Embarked On a Significant Threeyear partnership with a Joint Venture between ZTE Corporation and Huafull International Limited, marking a pivotal step in… Read more »
South Africa: Human Capital Centres of Excellence to Benefit Disadvantaged Communities
SAnews.gov.za
In line with the concept of Smart Cities, the City of Durban has established a number of Human Capital Centres of Excellence (HCCoE) around areas within eThekwini Municipality,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Promise Sumbreiro Takes Early Lead
The Herald
PromiseE Sumebreiro took the overnight lead at the Players Championship at Chapman Golf Club yesterday. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Ex-Deputy Minister Matonga Arrested for Theft
The Herald
FORMER Deputy Minister of Information Bright Matonga has been arrested on allegations of stealing farming equipment worth nearly US$500 000 in Chegutu. Read more »
Southern Africa: Zim Dominate Zambia in Rugby
The Herald
ZIMBABWE women's national rugby team interim head coach Lissy Wasarirevu believes her side needs to invest more in their play after edging rivals Zambia in a test match in Lusaka… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Chitown Residents Fume Over Master Plan
The Herald
Chitungwiza residents have expressed concern over the manner in which the town's masterplan consultation meetings are being conducted by the local authority. Read more »