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Zimbabwean opposition MP arrested over alleged sexual abuse

September 25, 2024

Zimbabwean opposition legislator HAPPYMORE Chidziva has been arrested on charges of sexually abusing a minor, sources close to the matter have reported. Chidziva is expected to appear in court on Wednesday to face charges related to the alleged abuse of a 16-year-old

South Africa

Namibian woman arrested for drug smuggling in South Africa

September 25, 2024

A Namibian woman has been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa, for allegedly smuggling cocaine in her stomach. Pauline Mbangula, 30, was detained on Sunday after an X-ray screening reportedly detected foreign objects in her body. South African

President Cyril Ramaphosa and Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. (Presidency/X/Supplied)

Business·South Africa

South Africa’s Ramaphosa meets Elon Musk to discuss investment

September 24, 2024

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has met with tech billionaire Elon Musk in New York to discuss potential investment opportunities, the presidency has announced. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 79th UN General Assembly, where Mr Ramaphosa had earlier

South Africa

South African Political Parties Divided on Heritage Day Celebrations

September 24, 2024

South Africa’s Heritage Day celebrations on September 24th have sparked diverse reactions from political parties, highlighting ongoing debates about the country’s history and current social issues. Key Points: MK Party and EFF describe Heritage Day as “hollow” DA leader emphasizes unity in

South Africa

Naledi Pandor named new chair of Nelson Mandela Foundation

September 23, 2024

Former South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. The foundation announced on Monday that Pandor will succeed Professor Njabulo Ndebele, who is retiring after more than a

Africa

New Digital Literacy Program Aims to Empower African Youth

September 23, 2024

A groundbreaking project aimed at empowering African communities through education and advocacy is making waves across the continent. The “Letters to Africa” initiative, spearheaded by digital marketing expert Ruvimbo Makumbe, is set to launch its online platform, promising to bridge cultural divides

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe retailers warn of closures amid currency crisis

September 23, 2024

Major retailers in Zimbabwe have warned that they face potential closures due to the country’s ongoing currency crisis. The Retailers Association of Zimbabwe (RAZ), which represents leading chains such as OK Zimbabwe and TM Pick n Pay, says the situation is “untenable”.

Africa·South Africa

South Africa’s MK Party founder loses court battle over bank account

September 23, 2024

Jabulani Khumalo, the axed founder of South Africa’s MK Party, has suffered another legal setback as the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria ordered his name to be removed as a signatory of the party’s bank account. The court ruled Khumalo’s conduct was

The leader of Tanzanias main opposition party Freeman Mbowe is escorted as he arrives at a court in Dar Es Salaam

Africa

Tanzania police block opposition leaders’ homes ahead of banned protest

September 23, 2024

Police blocked access to the homes of two opposition leaders in Tanzania’s commercial capital Dar es Salaam today, their party said, ahead of planned protests which authorities have banned. Police blockaded the residences of the CHADEMA party chairman Freeman Mbowe and his

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