June 17
Africa: Angola Defends African Air Integration
ANGOP
The Minister of Transport, Ricardo de Abreu, defended on Wednesday the swift implementation of the African Single Air Transport Market (SAATM), pointing to the Lobito Corridor as a… Read more »
Southern Africa: Angolan Minister Calls for Regional Cooperation to Overcome Maritime Surveillance Challenges
ANGOP
Angola's Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Carmen dos Santos, highlighted on Wednesday in Kenya the importance of regional cooperation, especially within the framework of… Read more »
Africa: Angola Defends Technical Rigor in AU Human Resources Reform
ANGOP
Angola reaffirmed on Tuesday its commitment to completing the African Union's (AU) Skills Audit and Assessment Process (SACA) and advocated the need for equity in the geographical… Read more »
Angola: Hilton Group and Angola Explore New Hotel Projects
ANGOP
The strategic identification of new pipeline projects and the expansion of the Hilton Group's hotel portfolio in Angola took center stage during talks held Wednesday in Luanda,… Read more »
South Africa: Welcome Easing - South Africa's Consumer Food Price Inflation Continues to Slow
Daily Maverick
South Africa's consumer food price inflation hits a 17-month low, driven by ample supply and moderating prices across key categories. Read more »
June 16
South Africa: President Reflects On Youth Employment Initiatives
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined initiatives to tackle youth unemployment, while emphasising that government's overriding priority is to grow an inclusive economy that… Read more »
Namibia: Namibian Businesses to Be Tested for Oil Readiness
Namibian
The Economic Association of Namibia (EAN) says it will run a study to see how ready Namibian businesses are to take advantage of developments in the oil and gas sector. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Great Zimbabwe - Debunking the Myth of Tyrants and Forced Labour [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
For more than a century, Great Zimbabwe has stood at the centre of a powerful story about the Zimbabwe culture. This remarkable African civilization flourished in southern Africa… Read more »
Namibia: Speed Humps On the B1 - the Cost of Policy 'Guesswork' [opinion]
Namibian
The Road to failure is often paved with good intentions. Read more »
Malawi: NBM PLC, Press Trust Commit K1.2 Billion for Girl's Hostel Project
Nyasa Times
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc, Press Trust and Malawi Government have jointly committed K1.2 billion towards the construction of a girls' hostel and supporting staff housing at… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Building Back Home - the 7 Costly Mistakes Zimbabweans Make When Building From Abroad [opinion]
New Zimbabwe
Zimbabweans living abroad send millions of pounds, dollars and rand back home to fund building projects. Read more »
Namibia: Namfisa Puts N$1.7m Into Consumers' Pockets
Namibian
The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa) helped consumers recover more than N$1.7 million during the first quarter of 2026 after intervening in complaints… Read more »
Namibia: Canadian Firm to Acquire Uranium Assets in Namibia
Namibian
Canadian listed Vatic Ventures Corporation (Vatic) has received approval to purchase rights to two exclusive prospecting licences in the Erongo region after a 13-month wait. Read more »
Namibia: Omatjete Gets N$4.2m Natis Mobile Office
Namibian
Residents of Omatjete and surrounding communities now have access to a N$4.2 million mobile Namibian Traffic Information System (Natis) office aimed at bringing licensing and… Read more »
Southern Africa: Namibia's Import Habit Is Killing Future Jobs
Namibian
While mining and some agriculture provide raw exports, the country imports the vast majority of manufactured and value-added goods. Read more »
Angola: Northern Judicial Region Coordinator to Reinforce Illegal Gold Mining Fight
ANGOP
The newly appointed coordinator of the Northern Judicial Region, Public Prosecutor Arlindo Júlio Francisco, promised on Monday (15) in the province of Uíge to… Read more »
Southern Africa: Zimbabwe Sets Domestic Workers Minimum Wage At U.S.$90
New Zimbabwe
Discover moreFashion News ArticlesZimbabwe News SubscriptionHealth News AlertsTHE minimum wage for domestic workers has been set at US$90 per month while that of workers in… Read more »
Botswana: Council Turns to Clean Energy and Farming to Unlock Revenue
Botswana Daily News
Letlhakeng District Council has identified innovative approaches to strengthen its financial base and increase the revenue support grant. Read more »
June 15
South Africa: Petrol May Be Getting Cheaper Next Month but Will Your Taxi Fare Follow?
Scrolla
A peace deal between the US and Iran sent global oil prices crashing more than 4% on Monday, pushing South Africa toward a fuel price cut next month. Petrol is tracking a drop of… Read more »
Malawi: RA's K246 Billion Road Plan Sparks Fierce Debate Over Cost, Quality, and Accountability
Nyasa Times
The Roads Authority's (RA) proposed K245.78 billion road rehabilitation and maintenance programme has triggered a heated national debate, with governance experts questioning value… Read more »
South Africa: Committee Welcomes Decision to Suspend Gauteng Traffic Police Chief Inspector
SAnews.gov.za
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has welcomed the decision by the Office of the Premier to place the Gauteng Traffic Police Chief… Read more »
South Africa: Curtailment, Conflicts of Interest and Cash Flow - Eskom's Tightening Grip On Renewable Energy Producers
Daily Maverick
Eskom is, in effect, setting and refereeing the rules of a game in which it is also the largest player, with a direct commercial interest in the result. Read more »
Botswana: Youth Skills Answer to Economic Challenges
Botswana Daily News
As Botswana grapples with critical economic pressures, high unemployment rates and declining dependence on diamonds, young people equipped with practical skills and entrepreneurial… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Suspended Zanu-PF Dcc Chair Musarara's Levy Challenge Rejected
263Chat
Suspended ZANU-PF Mazowe District Coordinating Committee (DCC) chairman Tafadzwa Musarara has found himself at the centre of a growing political and economic storm after leading a… Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Highlights Efforts to Tackle Youth Unemployment Ahead of Youth Day
SAnews.gov.za
Ahead of Youth Day, President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is pressing ahead with structural reforms, infrastructure investment and targeted job-creation programmes to drive… Read more »
