# Namibian president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has assumed direct control of the ministry of Mines, Energy and Industry, removing deputy prime minister Natangwe Ithete from his dual role. The presidency says the change aims to strengthen coordination in Namibia’s vital resource sectors, including uranium, diamond, and emerging oil industries. Analysts say the move signals a strategic […]
# Cameroon’s president Paul Biya has been re-elected for an eighth term in office, extending his rule that began in 1982. The Constitutional Council officially declared the 92-year-old the winner. Biya, who is now the world’s oldest president, scrapped presidential term limits in 2008 and has consistently secured re-election. His main challenger, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, […]
# Oliver and Adelaide Tambo were remembered for their pivotal role in South Africa’s liberation struggle during a wreath-laying ceremony today at the Tamboville Cemetery. The event was hosted by the Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation in partnership with the City of Ekurhuleni. ANC deputy regional secretary Moipone Mhlongo paid tribute to their legacy, highlighting […]
# The National Prosecuting Authority has successfully opposed bail for 52-year-old educator Vuyokazi Gana, accused of trafficking, running a brothel, and profiting from prostitution. The East London Magistrate’s Court ruled no exceptional circumstances justified her release. Gana, arrested on 15 October 2025, allegedly coerced young women into prostitution. The NPA’s Luxolo Tyali says the court […]
# Netball: Netball South Africa deputy president, Mami Diale, has been elected as the new president of the organisation, succeeding Cecilia Molokwane after her eight-year tenure. Diale told SABC News the newly elected leadership is honoured by the confidence shown by the netball community. She pledged to strengthen grassroots development, improving player welfare, and expanding […]
# Project Management South Africa has launched its Lesotho chapter, becoming the fourth in the Southern African Development Community after Mozambique, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Africa. The launch comes as Lesotho triples its capital budget to boost infrastructure and economic growth. The organisation says the chapter will help improve project success rates, […]
# The Commission for Gender Equality warns that the withdrawal of sexual offences cases by victims is weakening South Africa’s fight against gender-based violence. In Mpumalanga, fear, intimidation, and lack of support have led to a 14.2-percent rise in case withdrawals. The Commission says poor coordination, DNA backlogs, and shortages of prosecutors and forensic staff […]
# Delegates from G20 member countries have gathered at Skukuza in the Kruger National Park for a meeting of the the G20 anti-corruption working group. The discussions focus on strengthening transparency, protecting whistleblowers, and promoting ethical governance. Acting Public Service director-general Willie Vukela says the meeting will develop action plans on public sector accountability and […]
# Political activist and former Member of Parliament, Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, says the Thabo Mbeki Foundation’s new African Renaissance Podcast is purely an intellectual and cultural venture, not a political comeback. Launching today, the weekly show will explore bold ideas for Africa’s renewal in politics, economics, and history. Episodes will stream every Monday at 3pm on […]
