October 24
Namibia: Kunene Conservation Group Calls for End to Mining in Black Rhino Habitat
Namibian
A conservation group from Khorixas in the Kunene region has called on the government to help stop mining activities that could pose a threat to highly endangered black rhinos. Read more »
Southern Africa: Misa Engages ACHPR On Indiscriminate Attacks On Mozambican Journalists
MISA
In his letter to Commissioner Topsy-Sonoo, MISA Regional Chairperson Golden Maunganidze said the organisation was concerned the government had (at the time of writing of this… Read more »
Zambia: Zambian President Fires 3 Constitutional Court Judges
VOA
Critics are accusing Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema of interference after he fired three constitutional court judges on Sunday over a 2016 ruling that favored a political… Read more »
South Africa: Naked Protests in South Africa - a Psychologist Explores the Emotional Power of This Form of Activism [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Naked protests are a form of public demonstration where individuals, often women, use the symbolic power of their naked bodies to challenge injustices. These protests have become… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Sowing Seeds of Change - How 37 Women of Mutoko Are Battling Hunger and Gender-Based Violence
263Chat
In the heart of Mutoko, deep in Chiutsi rural village, a group of 37 determined women has turned adversity into opportunity. Faced with the crippling effects of an El… Read more »
South Africa: 'Missing Link' Added to Table Mountain National Park
GroundUp
Two properties have been added to join the centre and south of the park to form the Kommetjie-Noordhoek wetlands land chain Read more »
South Africa: Hundreds Homeless After KZN Demolitions
GroundUp
KwaDukuza municipality gets court order, demolishes 50 shacks Read more »
South Africa: Cape Mental Health Celebrates 30 Years of Its Colourful Kite Festival
GroundUp
The organisations hosts the annual event to raise funds so it can continue offering mental health services to thousands of people Read more »
Zimbabwe: Three Prosecutors in Court for Corruption
The Herald
Three prosecutors are set to be tried on corruption-related charges, as the anti-graft drive by the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) gathers momentum. Read more »
Zimbabwe: President Reiterates Anti-Sanctions Call
The Herald
Zimbabwe is unambiguous in its unequivocal call for the removal of sanctions, President Mnangagwa has said. Read more »
South Africa: Event Hosted in Parliament Calls on Anglo American to Answer for its Toxic Legacy in Kabwe, Zambia [press release]
ACTSA
Next week, on Tuesday 29 October , Action for Southern Africa (ACTSA) and Lord Peter Hain will host an event in the House of Lords, in which a panel of regional, health, and… Read more »
South Africa: Zikalala to Address KZN Investment Conference
SAnews.gov.za
Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minster Sihle Zikalala is today expected to deliver a keynote address at the Ray Nkonyeni Municipality (RNM) Investment Conference. Read more »
Malawi: Conforzi Plantations - a Shocking Scandal of Worker Exploitation, Abuse and Neglect Unveiled
Nyasa Times
In a shocking exposé, Conforzi Plantations Limited stands accused of egregious labor violations, revealing a disturbing culture of exploitation and neglect that has left… Read more »
Malawi: Fuel Crisis - Govt Criticized for Overreliance On Repetitive Short-Term Strategies
Nyasa Times
As Malawi grapples with ongoing fuel shortages, financial experts are raising serious concerns about the government's handling of the crisis, labeling it a "joke" amid worsening… Read more »
Malawi: Govt Says It Has Secured $21.5m and Allocated It to Tackle Fuel Crisis Amid Public Frustration
Nyasa Times
In a bid to alleviate the ongoing fuel crisis, the Malawian government has announced the allocation of $21.5 million to fuel importers, including the National Oil Company of Malawi… Read more »
Southern Africa: SADC Releases 'Sober' Statement Calling for Calm in Mozambique Ahead of Announcement of Results
New Zimbabwe
REGIONAL body SADC has released a statement calling for calm in Mozambique ahead of the official announcement of results, a day after its chairperson President Emmerson Mnangagwa… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Defence Questions Authenticity of Former RBZ Governor Gono's Witness
New Zimbabwe
THE case involving former Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) governor Gideon Gono turned dramatic this week as lawyers representing a couple being accused of defrauding him in 2017… Read more »
South Africa: Cosatu Baffled By the Decision to Suspend Former Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda [press release]
COSATU
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in Gauteng is puzzled by the decision of the Office of the Executive Mayor of Johannesburg to suspend Member of the Mayoral… Read more »
Malawi: Preparing Malawi Political Parties for Effective Participation Upcoming Elections [analysis]
Democracy Works
Malawi's general elections are scheduled for September 2025. This will be yet another important milestone in the country's democracy. Elections give voice to the political will of… Read more »
South Africa: Lottery Board Vindicated By Legal Opinion
GroundUp
The National Lotteries Commission was correct to return money to Treasury Read more »
Zimbabwe: Residents Petition Govt Amid High Staff Turnover At CCC-Led Karoi Town Council
New Zimbabwe
Karoi town in Mashonaland West province is reportedly plagued by stunted growth owing to unending changes of staff occupying critical offices, most of whom are in acting… Read more »
Zimbabwe: High Rates of Untreated Osteoporosis Found Among Women in Zimbabwe Living With HIV
New Zimbabwe
Despite high rates of untreated osteoporosis and previous fractures among menopausal women in Zimbabwe -- especially among those living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) --… Read more »
South Africa: Safa Well Represented in the Nomination List for the 2024 CAF Awards
SAFA
Bafana Bafana captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams leads the list after he was nominated in the Player of the Year (Men) category, Goalkeeper of the Year (Men) and Interclub… Read more »
South Africa: Suspect Facing Murder and Attempted Murder Charges to Appear in Mahwelereng Magistrate's Court [press release]
SAPS
A 44-year-old male suspect is scheduled to appear in Mahwelereng Magistrate's Court for a bail application on Friday, 25 October 2024 on charges of murder and attempted murder. Read more »
South Africa: Facebook Serial Rapist Sentenced to Two Life Terms Imprisonment Plus 60 Years' [press release]
SAPS
Thohoyandou High Court in Vhembe District sentenced a 35-year-old Mikovhe Vincent Makhavhu to two life terms imprisonment and an additional 60 years' for rape, compelled sexual… Read more »
