August 14
Zimbabwe: Government Releases Funds to GMB to Clear Farmer Payments
The Herald
TREASURY has released additional funds to Grain Marketing Board (GMB) for payment to farmers who delivered grain during the 2025/26 marketing season, as Government moves to ensure… Read more »
Zambia: Zambia Suspends Vote Counting Nationwide After Violence Reports
263Chat
Zambia's electoral commission has suspended the counting of votes and announcement of election results nationwide after reports of violence targeting election officials and the… Read more »
Southern Africa: Nandi-Ndaitwah to Attend SADC Summit
Namibian
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will join other Southern African Development Community (SADC) leaders at the 46th Ordinary SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government in Durban,… Read more »
South Africa: Vrygrond Residents Demand Answers After Death At Police Station
GroundUp
A woman recovering from a C-section was handcuffed and taken to Muizenberg SAPS Read more »
Botswana: Botswana Stands to Gain From CAF Women Qualifiers
Botswana Daily News
Hosting the CAF Women's Champions League COSAFA qualifier will provide Botswana with an opportunity to showcase its ability to host major regional football competitions while… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 2 Million Violations Recorded By Harare Traffic Cameras As Government Prepares to Issue Fines
New Zimbabwe
MOTORISTS in Harare have been given two weeks to clean up their driving as government prepares to start issuing tickets through the new Smart Traffic and Crime Management System,… Read more »
Malawi: Coach Fazili Contract Expires Moments After Awcon Final
Nyasa Times
Malawi coach Lovemore Fazili faces an uncertain future despite masterminding the greatest achievement in the Scorchers' history, with his contract due to expire the instant… Read more »
South Africa: The Untouchables - a Journalist's Career, Vindicated in Real Time
Daily Maverick
For most South Africans, the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has felt like watching a single scandal unfold. For investigative journalist Caryn Dolley, it's the latest chapter in a… Read more »
South Africa: Inside the Box With Dr Andy Gray | Are Complementary Medicines Effectively Regulated in South Africa? [column]
spotlight
The regulation of complementary and alternative medicines in South Africa has been hotly contested in recent decades, including in court rooms. In his latest column for Spotlight,… Read more »
South Africa/Nigeria: World Cup Dream Over - Six Major Takeaways From Nigeria's Painful Defeat to South Africa
Premium Times
The winner was guaranteed a place in the intercontinental World Cup play-off route, making the clash a second chance for both nations after disappointing quarter-final exits Read more »
South Africa: Court Victory for Wild Coast Activists
GroundUp
Apex court sets aside Shell and Impact Africa's exploration right Read more »
Malawi: Signal Boosted! Busy Signal and Wendy Light Up Malawi Charity Event With Easy Chemistry
Nyasa Times
Dancehall star Busy Signal and philanthropist Wendy Harawa were the centre of attention at a charity event in Malawi, with the pair's easy chemistry and relaxed smiles sparking… Read more »
Malawi: Coca-Cola's Sangalala Promotion Nears Close With More Malawian Winners
Nyasa Times
With three weeks left before the Sangalala ndi Coca-Cola campaign concludes, consumers across Malawi are continuing to collect prizes as the promotion moves into its final stretch. Read more »
Uganda/Nigeria: Nigeria, Uganda Seal Tickets to U19 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division One
New Times
Nigeria and Uganda secured their places in the ICC Men's U19 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division One after recording convincing victories in their respective Division Two matches… Read more »
Namibia: Resilience, Leadership, Jewel - the Anna Shipanga Story
Namibian
She may have hung up her Desert Jewels dress, but Anna Shipanga's legacy is here to stay. The former national netball star announced her retirement from the Desert Jewels recently,… Read more »
Nigeria/South Africa: Super Falcons to Miss 2027 World Cup After Crashing Out of Wafcon
Daily Trust
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have failed to advance in their quest for a women's World Cup ticket following a 2-1 defeat by South Africa in the continental play-in match at the… Read more »
Botswana: BFA Raises Concern Over Botswana Premier League Conduct
Botswana Daily News
Botswana Football Association (BFA) has expressed dissatisfaction with the manner in which the Botswana Premier League conducts its business. Answering questions during a press… Read more »
Botswana: BFA Reshuffles Structures to Enhance Operations
Botswana Daily News
Botswana Football association (BFA) has announced a series of administrative and technical changes as it moves to strengthen its operations and improve the management of football… Read more »
Malawi: Scorchers Are 'A National Inspiration,' Says National Bank of Malawi Chief
Nyasa Times
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) has thrown its weight behind the Scorchers, hailing the women's national football team as "a national inspiration" after their emphatic 3-1 demolition… Read more »
August 13
South Africa: Criminal Links of South Africa's Private Security Companies Also Require Scrutiny [analysis]
ISS
Involvement of criminal actors in the private security industry raises questions about industries' management of firearms. Read more »
South Africa: Urgent Govt Action Urged As Unemployment Crisis Deepens
SAnews.gov.za
The Department of Employment and Labour has called for urgent and coordinated action to address South Africa's worsening employment crisis, following the release of the Quarterly… Read more »
Mozambique: South African Diplomat Issues Apology Over Recent Acts of Xenophobia
AIM
The newly designated South African High Commissioner to Mozambique, JT Pitswane, on Wednesday issued a formal apology to Mozambicans over recent acts of xenophobia in his… Read more »
South Africa: R6.8-Million Spent a Month On Empty Police Headquarters in Pretoria
GroundUp
And SAPS is paying nearly R40-million a month to rent premises in the city centre Read more »
Nigeria/South Africa: South Africa Vs Nigeria - Five Key Players Who Could Decide Super Falcons' World Cup Play-Off Fixture
Premium Times
Both nations possess experienced squads packed with players who have performed at the highest level for club and country. But in a match this tight, individual moments could make… Read more »
Zambia: Zambia Votes With President's Economic Record On the Line
RFI
Zambia went to the polls Thursday with economic hardship testing President Hakainde Hichilema's record as he seeks a second term to govern the copper-rich nation. Read more »
