May 31
South Africa: SA's Healthcare System Treats Schizophrenia As a Crisis, Not a Recovery Journey [opinion]
Daily Maverick
The healthcare system and deep-rooted societal stigma are failing patients. Read more »
South Africa: SA's Double Defeat - - Smoking Up, Vaping Left Unchecked
Daily Maverick
As the world marks World No Tobacco Day on May 31, South Africa continues to buck the global trend as the number of smokers increases and as many as two-thirds of high school… Read more »
South Africa: Nine Thousand Social Workers Are Unemployed, and a Million Learners Are in Crisis
Daily Maverick
A recent parliamentary reply from Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube reveals a stark reality: just 761 social services professionals are left to cover South Africa's entire… Read more »
South Africa: SAPS Forensic Analyst's Bail Bid Looms Amid Serious Evidence Tampering Accusations
Daily Maverick
Captain Laurance Makgotloe, a forensic analyst attached to the SAPS Forensic Science Laboratory, is set to apply for bail in the Pretoria Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, 2 June,… Read more »
South Africa: Why SA's 'Historic R1bn Mandrax' Bust May Just Be a Whole Lot of Hype
Daily Maverick
Border authorities recently intercepted chemicals used for making Mandrax. They say the consignment is worth R1bn, but some believe this figure is inflated. The interception, while… Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Receives Second Madlanga Commission Interim Report
SAnews.gov.za
The Presidency has confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa has received the second interim report of the Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and… Read more »
South Africa: SARS Finalises China Zero-Tariff Scheme Framework
SAnews.gov.za
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced that both the legal and operational frameworks required to administer China's temporary zero-tariff scheme have been… Read more »
South Africa: Legacy of Kruger National Park Will Continue for Hundreds of Years to Come - Minister Aucamp
SAnews.gov.za
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has called on South Africans to embrace their shared responsibility as custodians of the Kruger National Park… Read more »
Namibia: Missing Tsumeb Man's Body Found Offshore
Namibian
The body of Nafutal Shinedima (37), who was reported missing on Wednesday, was recovered from the ocean near Swakopmund on Sunday after a two-day search. Read more »
Malawi: VPs Sidelined As Mutharika Turns to Ministers for Key State Duties
Nyasa Times
A growing pattern within President Peter Mutharika's administration is raising questions about the relevance and influence of Malawi's two Vice Presidents, with Cabinet ministers… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi Progresses in Menstrual Hygiene With 80% Water Supply Coverage
Nyasa Times
Malawi has made progress in Menstrual hygiene especially on the provision of water supply in schools despite some few gaps. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Backyard Laboratory for Cough Syrup Manufacturing Busted in Harare
New Zimbabwe
TWO suspects have been arrested in Harare following the discovery of a backyard laboratory used for the illegal manufacture of unregistered cough syrups. Read more »
Namibia: President Highlights the Importance of Local Manufacturers
Namibian
The Namibian public and the local pharmaceutical fraternity should be encouraged by president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent visit to Fabupharm amid the ongoing shortage of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: State Agents Accused of Bashing Workers At Zambezi Gas
New Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) and the Centre for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG) have accused suspected State security agents of brutally… Read more »
Africa: HIV in South Africa - Why Rolling Out a Groundbreaking New Shot Will Miss a Critical Group of Men [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The first shipment of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable that prevents HIV with two shots a year, arrived in South Africa from the United States in early April 2026. Clinical… Read more »
Namibia: Hauwanga, 'Potgieter' Smoke Peace Pipe in Slander Case
Namibian
Businessman Benjamin Hauwanga and an Ongwediva resident, Simeon Nghinananye, have decided to settle a defamation case in which Hauwanga sued Nghinananye for N$500 000. Read more »
South Africa: The Tjommie Smart Geyser System - - Your Questions Answered
Daily Maverick
As Nelson Mandela Bay rolls out smart geyser technology, readers raised questions about what it means for households, particularly those with solar power or alternative heating… Read more »
South Africa: Missed Opportunity - - Run-Down Greenville Primary's Bid to Upgrade School Ignored Yet Again
Daily Maverick
After officials prepared for a ministerial visit to address dire issues at Greenville Primary School, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube was a no-show, deepening concerns… Read more »
South Africa: SA's Annual Cannabis Expo Reflects a Budding Industry in a Somewhat Muddled Landscape
Daily Maverick
You would have to be completely stoned if you have not noticed the proliferation of retail cannabis outlets -- usually in the guise of 'clubs' in the face of legal uncertainty --… Read more »
South Africa: I Told Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor I Have No Confidence in Her - - Khusta Jack
Daily Maverick
In an interview on the eve of his 68th birthday, veteran activist and politician Khusta Jack explained why he left the Nelson Mandela Bay mayoral committee. Read more »
South Africa: DA's Funding Surge Outpaces Rivals Ahead of Local Government Elections
Daily Maverick
Political party donor declarations to the IEC show the deep pockets behind sudden funding surges, with the DA the clear leader. Read more »
South Africa: Bafana's World Cup Trip Delayed By US Visa Hold-Up
Scrolla
South Africa's Fifa World Cup departure has been pushed back a day after visa issues disrupted travel plans for the squad and staff, sports minister Gayton McKenzie confirmed on… Read more »
South Africa: Kohli Stars As RCB Go Back-to-Back
Scrolla
Virat Kohli delivered a match-winning masterclass as Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second straight Indian Premier League title. Read more »
Namibia: 780 Arrested, Deadly Road Accident in Riotous PSG Victory Celebrations Across France
Namibian
French authorities announced Sunday that 780 people were arrested across the country when overnight celebrations of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory over Arsenal were… Read more »
Southern Africa: South Africa Delay World Cup Trip On Visa Snarl
Namibian
World Cup-bound South Africa delayed their departure for the global showpiece after visa problems disrupted the team's travel plans, the national football association said on… Read more »
