April 14
Zimbabwe: Zim to Produce Solar Panels, Lithium Batteries
The Herald
Zimbabwe will soon start large-scale manufacturing of solar panels and lithium batteries as the Government moves to capacitate local universities to collaborate with international… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 7 More Firms for Byo-Vic Falls Road Upgrade
The Herald
Government has engaged seven more contractors to work on the rehabilitation of Bulawayo-Victoria Falls road. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Govt Avails Funds to Complete Harare-Beitbridge Road Sections
The Herald
Government has released a new tranche of funding to complete outstanding sections of the Harare-Beitbridge Highway, with contractors now working round the clock. Read more »
South Africa: 10,000 Public Health Posts Vacant, and Minister Motsoaledi Agrees to Fill Just 1,500 [press release]
DA
There are 10 000 vacancies in the public healthcare system, with only 1 500 of these posts being advertised. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Employs Digital Tools to Captivate Visitors At Osaka Expo
The Herald
Hebert Zharare in Osaka, Japan Read more »
Zimbabwe: Labour Body Raises Alarm Over Bogus Officials
New Zimbabwe
THE National Employment Council for the Commercial Sectors (NECCS) has warned members of the public to be wary of bogus officials on the prowl seeking to dupe victims by peddling… Read more »
April 13
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's Governance 'Off Course' - Says EU, Withdraws Funding Over Controversial PVO Act
New Zimbabwe
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's decision to sign the Private Voluntary Organisations (PVO) Bill into law has elicited a sharp rebuke from the European Union (EU), effectively… Read more »
South Africa: Eskom Maintenance Plan Continues
SAnews.gov.za
While load shedding remains suspended due to a stable power system, Eskom says ongoing planned maintenance continues at high levels, with unplanned outages showing a year-on-year… Read more »
South Africa: The Finance Ghost - Gemfields Glitters, Cashbuild Holds Steady and Vukile Expands Footprint
Daily Maverick
Gemfields reports strong ruby auction results, boosting investor confidence, while Cashbuild weathers a tough consumer climate with stable earnings. Meanwhile, Vukile Property Fund… Read more »
April 11
South Africa: Wynberg Court Security to Increase After Fatal Shooting - South African News Briefs - April 11, 2025
allAfrica
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South Africa: Minister Must Commit to a Firm Date for New Lottery Licence, Says Bidder
GroundUp
Wina Njalo wants Parks Tau to announce the successful bidder by 9 May Read more »
South Africa: Select Committee On Mineral Resources Raises Concerns Over Eskom's Municipal Debt Crisis [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The Select Committee on Agriculture, Land Reform and Mineral Resources received briefings yesterday from the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (NECSA) and Eskom on their… Read more »
Malawi: Roads Authority Malawi Bemoans Vandalism of Streetlights in Lilongwe
Nyasa Times
The Roads Authority (RA) has bemoaned the destruction and vandalism of streets on the newly-constructed roads in Malawi's capital, Lilongwe, describing the act as retrogressive. Read more »
Malawi: 'Govt Should 'See' Farmers On Tobacco Prices, Vendors Are in the Backyard'
Nyasa Times
As is always the case during this time of the year, when all roads lead to our tobacco auction floors, the ridicule I stomach from my good friend Zikomo Matope for still clinging… Read more »
South Africa: Developer of R300m Stellenbosch Housing Estate Fights Back
GroundUp
Botmaskop Fynbos Estate says a court interdict stopping construction will be "catastrophic" Read more »
Zimbabwe: It Is Their Land - Local Government Ministry Says After Public Uproar Over MPs' Upmarket Stands
New Zimbabwe
The Local Government Ministry has come out in defence of legislators fingered in questionable land grabs that might see them get between 300sqm and 1,000sqm of prime residential… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Fastjet Launches Harare-Lusaka Route
The Herald
Fastjet Zimbabwe has successfully introduced the Harare to Lusaka flight, connecting the two vibrant cities with a thrice a week flight. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Explores Nuclear Energy, Prioritises Value Addition of Transition Minerals
The Herald
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has reaffirmed that the Government is actively exploring the use of nuclear energy, particularly through small modular reactors, as part of a… Read more »
April 10
South Africa: Magistrate Grants Bail in Zanzou Sexual Assault Case - South African News Briefs - April 10, 2025
allAfrica
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Africa: Trump 'Pauses' Huge Trade Tariff Hikes
allAfrica
US President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day "pause" of trade tariffs for all countries except China. Trump shared the decision via social media, saying more than 75 countries… Read more »
Zimbabwe: City of Harare Close to Determining Reasonable Fees for New Mbare Market
The Herald
The City of Harare says it is almost reaching an agreement over the fees to be charged traders at the new Mbare temporary market. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Construction of Dhizha Clinic in Dema Nears Completion
The Herald
Dhizha Clinic, which is being built in Ward 6 of Manyame District, is now 75 percent complete, with the local authority expecting to finishn construction works this year. Read more »
Lesotho: Lesotho Under Pressure to Approve Starlink Licence
GroundUp
Prime Minister says his government is removing obstacles to US investment, including Starlink, in the wake of the tariff hike Read more »
Namibia: President Nandi-Ndaitwah Addresses Presidency Smstaff, Emphasises Unity and Service
Namibian
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in 10 April outlined her vision for the Presidency, stressing unity, integrity, and efficient service delivery, while urging staff to uphold high… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Chivayo Lavishes Prophet Ian Ndlovu With Top-of-the-Range Car
New Zimbabwe
Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has gifted prophet Ian Ndlovu, a figure as equally divisive as his benefactor due to his prophecies, with a 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser 300… Read more »
