June 20
South Africa: Accused Sentenced to R10,000 Fine or Three Years' Imprisonment for Corruption [press release]
SAPS
Judith Baloyi (41) has been sentenced by the Vosloorus Regional Court for Corruption on Tuesday, 18 June 2024 for Corruption. Read more »
South Africa: DA Launches Probe Into Racist Language Video Following Renaldo Gouws Suspension [analysis]
Daily Maverick
The DA has moved with speed to suspend its controversial MP Renaldo Gouws who will now forfeit several tax-payer funded benefits including a R1.27 million a year salary, subsidised… Read more »
South Africa: Fear Stalks Cape Town Community As Pair Linked to Barber Shop Killing of Three Kids and a Man Appear in Court [analysis]
Daily Maverick
Two men arrested and charged in connection with a Khayelitsha shooting that left four people dead -- three of whom were children -- want to apply for bail. The state shall oppose.… Read more »
South Africa: GNU Must Prioritise Greater Youth Inclusion and Not Deviate From Core ANC Principles - Youth League [analysis]
Daily Maverick
The ANC Youth League has urged the government of national unity to focus on issues critical to young people, such as unemployment, higher education, crime and substance abuse.… Read more »
South Africa: Road to NHI Just Got Rockier - With Only Two GNU Parties Supporting It, What Will Happen to the Act? [analysis]
Daily Maverick
Five political parties have pledged to work together in the government of national unity -- but what does this mean for the future of the National Health Insurance Act? We asked… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Foreign Policy - a Unity Government Must Be Practical in a Turbulent World [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
As South Africa navigates fundamental political change, it faces stark choices on foreign policy posture and priorities. The change has been brought about by the African National… Read more »
South Africa: Goema Superstar - How Composer Mac Mckenzie Reshaped the Sound of Cape Town [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Gerald "Mac" McKenzie passed away on 29 April 2024. He will be remembered as a renegade spirit and innovator in South African music. The composer and bassist changed Cape Town's… Read more »
Mozambique: Government to Transfer Every Year 32.9 Million Dollars to Sovereign Fund
AIM
The Mozambican government plans to transfer an average of 2.1 billion meticais (32.9 million dollars, at the current exchange rate) to the country's sovereign wealth fund every… Read more »
Mozambique: Mozambique and Guinea-Bissau Strengthen Cooperation
AIM
Mozambique and Guinea-Bissau have pledged to strengthen bilateral cooperation, and promote business exchanges for the economic growth of both countries. Read more »
Mozambique: Of Terrorist Movements Spark Panic in Macomia
AIM
Residents of the town of Macomia, in the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado, have been experiencing moments of panic after they received information about the alleged… Read more »
Mozambique: Minister Demands Discipline
AIM
Mozambican Defence Minister Cristovao Chume on Wednesday demanded discipline from the soldiers of the country's armed forces (FADM). Read more »
Malawi: Malawi Court Acquits Former President's Son Over Charges Involving Death of 29 Suspected Ethiopian Migrants
Addis Standard
Tadikira Mafubza, the step-son of Malawi's former President Peter Mutharika, has been acquitted of all charges in a case involving allegations of human trafficking and aggravated… Read more »
Ghana: President Akufo-Addo Pledges to Deepen Ghana-South Africa Relations
Accra Times
The President of Ghana has pledged to strengthen bilateral ties and has expressed confidence in South Africa's continued growth as he congratulated President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Madzibaba Ishmael Mocks State As Trial Continues
263Chat
Self-styled prophet and Johane masowe apostolic sect leader, Ishmael Chokurongerwa and his seven accomplices who are facing allegations of contravening Sections of the Burial and… Read more »
South Africa: DA KZN Encouraged By Latest By-Election Victory [press release]
DA
The Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal is encouraged by the latest by-election victory in Newcastle's Ward 5 where the local residents have demonstrated the confidence they have… Read more »
Malawi: NAP Welcomes Chakwera's Appointment of New MEC Chair Justice Mtalimanja, Commissioners Kambulire and Kamlongera
Nyasa Times
The National Advocacy Platform (NAP) has welcomed the appointment of Justice Annabel Mtalimanja as the new Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson replacing Justice Dr.… Read more »
Malawi: Media Challenged to Sensitize the Public On New Persons With Disability Law
Nyasa Times
World Vision in partnership with Malawi Council for Disability Affairs (MACODA) has challenged the media to sensitize people on the new Persons with Disability Act. Read more »
Malawi: Chilima Was Murdered, Says Social Media Influencer Pemphero Mphande
Nyasa Times
Prominent author and socialite Pemphero Mphande has offered a controversial perspective on the matter involving the death Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others . In a… Read more »
South Africa: DA Snatches Outright Control of Beaufort West, Crushes Competition in Cape Town Wards [analysis]
Daily Maverick
In Western Cape by-elections on Wednesday, the DA won an outright majority in Beaufort West by sweeping all three contested wards, including taking two off the Patriotic Alliance… Read more »
South Africa: Police Launch a Search for Malicious Damage to Property, Arson, Murder and Attempted Murder Suspects [press release]
SAPS
The Provincial Anti-Gang Unit launched a manhunt following the torching of cars and shooting incidents that occurred at approximately 23:15 on Monday, 17 June 2024, at Extension… Read more »
South Africa: Police Investigates Double Murder [press release]
SAPS
The Provincial Serious and Violent Crimes Unit in Gqeberha are on the hunt for two suspects who fatally shot two people at the trucker's inn in Markman yesterday morning, 19 June… Read more »
Namibia: Kaaronda in Contempt of Court - Swanu Faction
Namibian
Swanu splinter leader Charles Katjivirue said Evilastus Kaaronda is in contempt of court at a media briefing held at their head office on Wednesday. Read more »
Namibia: Govt Launches National Health Strategy
Namibian
A collaboration between three ministries aims to address health risks across human, animal, plant and environmental health sectors. Read more »
Namibia: Rude Awakening for U19 Capricorn Eagles
Namibian
With the Namibian Richelieu Eagles' run at the T20 World Cup having come to an end, a new cycle begins at home with junior squads now preparing for upcoming international… Read more »
Namibia: MTC Customers Concerned About Privacy in Conference Calls
Namibian
Some Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) customers have expressed concern about privacy issues during conference calls, with users saying they are added to calls without their… Read more »