January 14
Malawi: Malawi's Inflation Rate Shows Signs of Cooling, but Remains High
Nyasa Times
New official figures show that the rate of price increases in Malawi, known as inflation, has started to slow down, offering some relief to households after a difficult year.… Read more »
South Africa: Cops Who Tortured Man Are Still On Duty
GroundUp
These police beat Juma Igiranieza, not suspected of any crime, with a bat and smothered him with a plastic bag. They were caught red-handed on CCTV. Read more »
South Africa: St Lucia Fishers Take Government to Court
GroundUp
Celempilo Mduli was shot dead by rangers while fishing at night. Five years later, his family is still seeking answers. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Human-Wildlife Conflict in Zimbabwe Is a Crisis - Who Is in Danger, Where and Why? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
In the fishing villages along Lake Kariba in northern Zimbabwe, near the border with Zambia, everyday routines that should be ordinary - like collecting water, walking to the… Read more »
South Africa: We Obsess Over Matric Results, but SA's Education Crisis Begins Long Before Grade 12 [opinion]
Daily Maverick
The first five years of life lay the foundations for learning, behaviour and health. Yet the latest Thrive by Five Index reveals a deep and worrying truth: in 2024, only 42% of… Read more »
South Africa: Justice Minister to Engage Learners On Bullying, Consent
SAnews.gov.za
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, is expected to engage learners and teachers as part of the annual Back-to-School campaign, with a focus on… Read more »
South Africa: Floods Leave Kruger Park With Only One Exit
Scrolla
Kruger National Park visitors warned of blocked routes as heavy rain raises river levels inside the park. SANParks says some guests may be temporarily stuck if the only exit… Read more »
South Africa: Back to School Visit Exposes Problems At Special School
Scrolla
Government leaders visit Northern Lights Special School and find safety staff and transport problems affecting children with physical disabilities. Officials promise help after… Read more »
South Africa: Oscar Mbo Ex Shares Photos and Speaks About Alleged Abuse
Scrolla
Ursula Dlamini shares posts about alleged abuse during her past relationship with DJ Oscar Mbo. Oscar Mbo has not responded and the allegations have not been tested in court. Read more »
South Africa: SA Has an Oral Health Crisis, New Hpcsa Oversight Boards Need to Step Up Urgently
spotlight
The new board members for the Health Professions Council of South Africa have an opportunity to tackle the growing oral disease crisis by dealing with regulatory gaps and inequity,… Read more »
South Africa: Cheaper Groceries Now Available Nationwide With Best Before
Scrolla
Best Before sells food and personal care products close to their best-before date at prices far lower than major supermarkets. The company now offers nationwide courier delivery,… Read more »
Namibia: Ngurare Calls for Improved Service Delivery
Namibian
Prime minister Elijah Ngurare has called on government officials and public servants to work diligently, with a strong focus on improving service delivery across all 14 regions. Read more »
Malawi: New Escom Board Sets Firm Policy Targets to Restore Service Reliability and Public Confidence
Nyasa Times
The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Limited says a new chapter is opening at the utility, with its Board setting firm policy targets aimed at improving service… Read more »
Malawi: Rebellion At Mera - Board Walks Out, Defies Parliament, Accuses Government of a Fix
Nyasa Times
A full-blown institutional rebellion has erupted at the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA), with the entire board resigning en masse and openly defying Parliament in a move… Read more »
Malawi: War for CDF - Inside Parliament's Silent Battle Over Power, Process and the People [analysis]
Nyasa Times
When Parliament overwhelmingly passed a Bill aimed at fixing long-standing problems in the management of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), many Malawians believed a major… Read more »
South Africa: Still No Public Toilets At Durban Bus Rank
GroundUp
Commuters and street vendors battle as public toilets at three sites still closed for renovations Read more »
Nigeria: Katsina Govt Signs MOU With Al-Ojaimi to Procure Distribution Transformers [press release]
Premium Times
A central pillar of the MoU is the planned establishment of an Al-Ojaimi Service Centre in Katsina State, which will serve Katsina, Kano, and Jigawa States. Read more »
Namibia: Dressed in Faith
New Era
Maveja Maombokere (23) is building a ministry through fashion. Born and bred in Okanguindi in the Okakarara constituency, Maombokere is a young Christian entrepreneur and the… Read more »
Namibia: Empowering Namibia's Next Generation of Engineers
New Era
The Young Consulting Engineers of Namibia (YCEN) believes that an engineering association plays a powerful and transformative role in the academic journey of university students,… Read more »
South Africa: Media Statement - Basic Education Committee Chairperson Wishes Learners Well for Start of New Academic Year [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education, Ms Joy Maimela, wishes learners, teachers, parents and education officials well as public schools reopen today for… Read more »
Liberia: Uganda Must Avoid the Mistakes of Ukraine, South Africa, and a Country in the Mano River Union [opinion]
Liberian Investigator
As the people of Uganda head to the polls on January 15, 2026, they face a pivotal decision. It is my firm belief that they should not elect Bobi Wine as the President of Uganda. A… Read more »
South Africa: Nzimande Leads Back-to-School Oversight Visit in KZN As Schools Reopen
SAnews.gov.za
As part of his District Development Model (DDM) mandate, Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, will conduct an oversight visit to four schools… Read more »
South Africa: Eskom Working to Restore Power Following Kouga Veld Fires
SAnews.gov.za
Eskom says it is continuing to repair powerlines that were damaged during veld fires in the Kouga Local Municipality. Read more »
South Africa: Well Wishes for 2026 Academic Year
SAnews.gov.za
Government has sent its best wishes to all learners as they begin the 2026 academic year on Wednesday. Read more »
Malawi: Fdh Bank Gives K50 Million Food Aid Through Beam Trust
Nyasa Times
FDH Bank plc has given maize flour worth K50 million to the Beautify Malawi Trust (BEAM) to help address the food shortages facing families affected by the recent floods across the… Read more »
