September 19
Zambia: With Zambia in 21 Hour Blackout Every Day, Social Media Influencer Kenani Says
Nyasa Times
One of Malawi's renowned and most followed social media influencer has waxed lyrical of President Chakwera's government, bluntly saying: "On magesi President Chakwera and his… Read more »
Namibia: 'Banning Political Activism On Campus Is Wrong'
Namibian
The Namibia National Students Organisation (Nanso) does not welcome the ban on political activities at the University of Namibia (Unam). Read more »
Mozambique: Uganda, Mozambique Sign MOU to Exempt Visa Requirement
Nile Post
Uganda has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mozambique that will allow citizens of both countries to travel between the two states without requiring visas. Read more »
Mozambique: Government Takes Back Control of Mucojo
AIM
The governor of the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado, Valige Tauabo, has confirmed that the government has captured the Mucojo administrative post from the hands of the… Read more »
Mozambique: Nyusi Calls for Investment in Primary Processing
AIM
Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi has called on businesses to invest in processing the country's mineral resources, rather than exporting the minerals unprocessed. Read more »
Malawi: DPP At Katoto, MCP At Ekwendeni Same Day - SG Mukhito Unhappy, Asks MCP to Reschedule
Nyasa Times
Secretary General of the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Peter Mukhito has written Secretary General for the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) asking him to you… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi to Be Earning 300 Million U,S. Dollars Per Year From Chamba Products
Nyasa Times
Export Development Fund has hinted that the cannabis products processing plant that is being constructed in Lilongwe has the potential to earn Malawi around 300 million US Dollars… Read more »
Mozambique: That Abuse State Assets Should Be Prosecuted
AIM
Political parties that use state property for their election campaigns should be prosecuted, urged Mozambique's former Attorney-General, Joaquim Madeira, on Wednesday. Read more »
Mozambique: Two Detained for Illegal Mining in Manica
AIM
The Mozambican Police (PRM) has detained two individuals for the illegal mining and sale of gold, in Gondola district, in the central province of Manica. Read more »
Mozambique: Government and ENI to Strengthen Security in Cabo Delgado
AIM
The Mozambican government and the Italian energy company ENI, which is operating Area 4 of the Rovuma Basin, in the northern province of Cabo Delgado, intend to strengthen security… Read more »
Mozambique: 'King of Marrabenta' Dies At 97
AIM
The Mozambican musician Dilon Djindji, considered by many as the greatest practitioner of the popular musical style, known as Marrabenta, has passed away at the age of 97. Read more »
South Africa: Education Expert, Prof Mary Metcalfe, Weighs in On Bela Act
SAnews.gov.za
Education expert Professor Mary Metcalfe says she expects careful and considered engagements around the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act to take place over the next three… Read more »
South Africa: The Rights of Prisoners Must Be Protected, Even If We Dislike Them [editorial]
GroundUp
Solitary confinement is torture Read more »
South Africa: Basic Education Ready for 2024 Matric Examinations
SAnews.gov.za
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) says all systems are in place for it to administer the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations for the Class of 2024. Read more »
Africa: Monica Geingos Appointed As Sustainable Development Goals Advocate
Namibia Economist
The Executive Chairperson of One Economy Foundation and Chancellor of Kepler University, Monica Geingos has been appointed as a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Advocate,… Read more »
Southern Africa: 'President to Be Guided By SADC Decisions'
The Herald
Vice President Kembo Mohadi has said that as SADC Chairperson, President Mnangagwa will be guided by the decisions of the 44th SADC Summit regarding the necessary actions to be… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Serve Children Nutritious Meals Rooted in Cultural Heritage - First Lady
The Herald
Parents and guardians have a responsibility to ensure the meals they serve are not only nutritious, but also appealing and rooted in the country's rich cultural heritage, Health… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim Blueberries Hog Limelight in Malaysia
The Herald
The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) is in full swing, and for Zimbabwean companies like Eden Chase, the event is proving to be a valuable platform to showcase their… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda, Mozambique Relations to Grow Stronger, Says Minister Mulimba
Nile Post
The State Minister for Foreign Affairs, John Mulimba has hailed the strong ties between Uganda and Mozambique that he said will even grow stronger. Read more »
South Africa: Mining Companies Join SAPS in the Fight Against Illicit Mining in the Northern Cape [press release]
SAPS
The Operation Vala Umgodi multi-disciplinary team in the Northern Cape, has welcomed the support from mining companies within the Francis Baard and Namakwa districts. Read more »
Namibia: Japan and WFP Support Drought Affected Communities in Namibia
WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of US$ 500,000 (N$ 9 million) from the Government of Japan to strengthen the humanitarian emergency drought… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Government Honours Long-Serving Secretaries
The Herald
The Government has given awards to its long-serving executive secretaries and assistants, including Ms Miriam Chikosha who has served for 45 years in the civil service. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Schools Excel in Entrepreneurship
The Herald
The gap between education and industry is being closed by educational programmes that incooporate entrepreneurship and emerging technologies, Primary and Secondary Education… Read more »
Zimbabwe: VP Chiwenga in VIC Falls for Cgaiz Conference
The Herald
Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga is in Victoria Falls where he is expected to give a keynote address at the Chartered Governance and Accountancy Institute of Zimbabwe (CGAIZ)… Read more »
Zimbabwe: VP Mohadi Promotes Zimbabwe's Tourism to the Pan-African Parliament
The Herald
Vice President Kembo Mohadi yesterday underscored the importance of Victoria Falls as a key tourist destination in Zimbabwe, pointing out its cultural significance and the nation's… Read more »