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- South AfricaSibiya Claims MK Party Behind Reputation AttacksSuspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has accused the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party of orchestrating efforts to damage his reputation. Speaking at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Wednesday, Sibiya pointed to a briefing delivered on 6 July 2025 by KwaZulu-Natal Police…
- ZimbabweAll Airbnb Hosts Ordered to Register by 28 FebThe Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) has mandated that all Airbnb hosts and informal accommodation operators in the country register their properties by 28 February 2026 or face closure and possible prosecution. The directive, widely circulated on 18 February 2026, aims to formalise a previously…
- ZimbabweEU Extends Arms Embargo on Zimbabwe in Sanctions ReviewThe European Union has extended its arms embargo on Zimbabwe for a further year, in a move reflecting continued concern over political governance and human rights issues in the southern African nation. The decision, confirmed early on 18 February 2026, prolongs restrictions until February 2027 and…
- South AfricaOpposition Intensifies Pressure on Ramaphosa Over Phala PhalaSouth Africa’s opposition parties amplified their criticism of President Cyril Ramaphosa, focusing on the unresolved Phala Phala farm cash scandal that has dogged his presidency and political standing. Members of Parliament from multiple opposition benches have accused the presidency of failing to…
- South AfricaFourth suspect in Isaac Satlat murder goes to court on WednesdayA fourth suspect in the brutal killing of Isaac Satlat, a 22-year-old e-hailing driver, is set to appear in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, as authorities continue to unravel the high-profile case that has drawn national attention. The man surrendered to police on…
- AfricaMayweather and Tyson Set for April Exhibition in AfricaBoxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson are set to square off in a highly anticipated exhibition event to be held in April 2026 in Africa, organisers confirmed on Tuesday. This marquee matchup, pairing two of the sport’s most recognisable figures, is expected to attract global attention and…
- ZimbabweZimbabwe Eyes Historic Super 8 Spot in T20 World CupZimbabwe’s national cricket team is poised for a potentially historic moment in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup as they take on Ireland in a decisive Group B match on February 17, 2026. A victory would ensure Zimbabwe’s qualification for the tournament’s Super 8 stage, a milestone achievement for the…
- South AfricaSugar giant Tongaat Hulett moves towards liquidationSouth Africa’s long-established sugar producer Tongaat Hulett has taken a dramatic step in its ongoing financial crisis by applying to the KwaZulu-Natal High Court for provisional liquidation, effectively signalling the collapse of its rescue plan. The company’s business rescue practitioners…
- South AfricaSouth African rand weakens as unemployment data loomsSouth Africa’s national currency, the rand, weakened on Tuesday as markets positioned themselves ahead of the release of critical employment data for the country’s fourth quarter of 2025. At early trading, the rand was trading around 16.0375 to the U.S. dollar, down about 0.4 % compared with…
- South AfricaGOOD Party says N2 wall hides poverty from touristsThe GOOD Party in the Western Cape has condemned plans to construct an N2 wall along a section of the highway near Cape Town International Airport, arguing that the project prioritises appearances over meaningful social change. The wall, expected to cost about R100 million, is being built along a…
- AfricaBurkina Faso violence intensifies after coordinated army attacksA series of suspected jihadist assaults on military positions in Burkina Faso has left at least 10 people dead in recent days, according to security sources. The attacks underline the persistent security challenges facing the West African nation, despite repeated assurances from its military…
- South AfricaSolar eclipse to be visible across parts of Southern AfricaA rare astronomical event is set to captivate skywatchers across parts of southern Africa, including Zimbabwe, on 17 February 2026. An annular solar eclipse will occur when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun but does not cover it completely, creating a striking “ring of fire” effect in…
