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- [Xi Jinping sets out China’s development priorities and global vision in new year address](https://africanews24.com/xi-jinping-sets-out-chinas-development-priorities-and-global-vision-in-new-year-address/): Chinese president outlines economic and diplomatic goals for 2026 as Beijing positions itself as partner to developing worldZhou TaoBrazzaville, CongoChinese president Xi Jinping has outlined Beijing’s economic, technological and diplomatic priorities for 2026, presenting China as a driver of growth, innovation and global cooperation in a new year address closely watched by developing countries, including those in Africa.In a nationally broadcast speech delivered on new year’s eve, Xi said China had completed the goals of its 14th five-year plan (2021–2025), citing steady economic expansion, technological advances and improvements in living standards. He said China’s economic output is expected to reach […]
- [Africa poised to build sustainable space economy, says agency chief](https://africanews24.com/africa-poised-to-build-sustainable-space-economy-says-agency-chief/): Sharon Kavhu-Da Fonseca in Cairo Africa has reached a critical moment in developing a sustainable space economy, according to Dr Tidiane Ouattara, president of the African Space Agency. Speaking at the GMES & Africa Forum in Cairo, Dr Ouattara said the continent must focus on three key areas: ground infrastructure, satellites and space hardware, and practical applications that turn space data into everyday services. “The space economy is about how space science and technology contribute to the broader economy, either by strengthening it or creating new opportunities,” he said. The continent currently lacks much of the infrastructure needed for large-scale […]
- [#NOEXCUSE for reproductive coercion: A silent battle in the shadows](https://africanews24.com/noexcuse-for-reproductive-coercion/):        By Mwikali Kasyoka Associate Programs Officer, Legal Equality  Equality Now As the world marks 30 years since the Beijing Platform  and Declaration of Action  which affirmed the rights of women to make decisions concerning their reproduction, free of discrimination, coercion and violence, and as we prepare for International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, there is an urgent need to sustain advocacy for Member States to take concrete steps to ensure that reproductive rights of women and girls are fully realized and protected within national legal and policy  frameworks.  Understanding Reproductive Coercion Reproductive coercion  (RC), also known as […]
- [Zimbabwe’s New Dialysis Unit at Parirenyatwa Hospital: A Beacon of Hope for Africa’s Public Health Systems](https://africanews24.com/zimbabwes-new-dialysis-unit-at-parirenyatwa-hospital-a-beacon-of-hope-for-africas-public-health-systems/): The newly commissioned renal dialysis unit at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in Harare marks a major step forward for Zimbabwe’s healthcare sector — and indeed for Africa’s ongoing push toward resilient, people-cantered public health systems
- [South Africa, South Korea in strategic alignment](https://africanews24.com/south-africa-south-korea-in-strategic-alignment/): Africa News 24 Pretoria Bureau JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – As the world prepares for the historic G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg on 22–23 November 2025, momentum is building around the possible deepening of relations between South Africa and South Korea. With South Africa serving as the first African nation to hold the G20 Presidency, the moment offers a unique opportunity to translate shared ambitions in technology, health, education, and women’s empowerment into concrete action under the G20 theme, “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.” The bilateral relationship, rooted in decades of diplomatic goodwill, has accelerated since South Africa assumed the G20 Presidency on […]
- [Chipinge residents feed into Climate Change Bill](https://africanews24.com/chipinge-residents-feed-into-climate-change-bill/): By Moses Magadza and Cleophas Gwakwara in Chipinge, Zimbabwe For Thomas Sithole (28), a resident of Chipinge, Zimbabwe, the mention of climate change brings back harrowing memories. He recalls vividly when Cyclone Idai struck eastern Zimbabwe on 15 March 2019, hitting Chipinge and Chimanimani districts the hardest, with torrential rains, intense winds and landslides causing massive devastation. The cyclone destroyed 600 houses and damaged 20,000 others in Chipinge, leaving over 17,000 households homeless and displacing thousands. Critical infrastructure was severely damaged, with over 90% of road networks and 584 kilometres of roads destroyed by landslides, cutting off communities and hampering […]
- [Murambinda residents urge accountability, youth inclusion and fair climate financing at Parliamentary hearing](https://africanews24.com/residents-urge-fair-climate-financing-at-hearing/): By Moses Magadza and Cleophas Gwakwara MURAMBINDA, Zimbabwe – Citizens in Murambinda, Zimbabwe, have urged Parliament to strengthen environmental accountability, decentralise climate governance and ensure fair distribution of climate funds as lawmakers continue nationwide consultations on the Climate Change Management Bill. The Joint Portfolio Committee on Environment, Climate and Wildlife and the Thematic Committee on Climate Change on Wednesday held their second public hearing at the Better Schools Programme of Zimbabwe (BSPZ) Centre in Murambinda in Manicaland province. The hearings are being conducted in line with Section 141 of the Constitution, which enjoins Parliament to consult citizens during law-making processes. […]
- [🦏🐃 Welcome to Treasure Island– By Dr Ted Msipa](https://africanews24.com/welcome-to-treasure-island-by-dr-ted-msipa/): Once upon a time, deep in the vast wilderness of the Great Savannah, there was a place whispered about by every creature — Treasure Island. It was said to be overflowing with lush grass, golden streams, and endless fruit trees. For generations, the beasts had only heard of it in fables — a mythical land where all animals could graze freely without fear or famine. Then one day, a Buffalo and a Rhino stumbled upon it. Both were massive, proud, and full of ambition. The Buffalo, broad-shouldered and patient, saw opportunity — a new start for the herds. The Rhino, […]
- [Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala appointed national director of Miss Universe South Africa](https://africanews24.com/montjane-tshabalala-appointed-miss-universe-boss/): JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – African Beauty International, the official licensee of Miss Universe South Africa, proudly announces the appointment of Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala as the new National Director for Miss Universe in South Africa. A former Miss South Africa 2010, Montjane-Tshabalala represented the nation at Miss World, Miss Universe, Miss Earth and Miss International, making her one of the most influential beauty queens and the only South African queen to have competed in all four of the “Big Four” pageants. Over the past decade, she has evolved into a businesswoman, philanthropist, and visionary leader, empowering young women and driving initiatives that promote […]
- [Africa launches continental media awards to champion homegrown storytelling](https://africanews24.com/africa-launches-continental-media-awards/): Inaugural ceremony in Addis Ababa will honour journalists and content creators across nine categories, with organisers pledging financial support and continental exposure Our Staff Africa is set to host its first pan-continental media awards, an initiative designed to amplify African voices in global journalism and recognise storytelling excellence across traditional and digital platforms. The African Media Awards, launching in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, will bring together journalists, broadcasters and content creators from across the continent in what organisers describe as a transformative moment for African media. The awards arrive as African journalists navigate a complex landscape of opportunity and constraint. Mobile-first […]
- [Zimbabwe Parliament takes Climate Change Bill hearing to the people](https://africanews24.com/zimbabwe-parliament-takes-climate-change-bill-hearing-to-the-people/): By Moses Magadza in Chikombedzi, Zimbabwe The Parliament of Zimbabwe this week begun a series of nationwide public hearings on the Climate Change Management Bill 2025 as Zimbabwe seeks to legally anchor its climate response in line with global commitments. The hearings, which run from 20 to 27 October 2025, will gather views from citizens, experts, civil society, traditional leaders, and industry representatives across all provinces. Sweden is financially supporting the public hearings through the SRHR HIV and AIDS Governance Project of the SADC Parliamentary Forum. The consultations are being led by the Portfolio Committee on Environment, Climate and Wildlife, collaborating […]
- [Ending period poverty: menstrual cups offer hope to South African girls](https://africanews24.com/menstrual-cups-offer-hope-to-south-african-girls/): Initiative distributes reusable cups to disadvantaged communities, offering 10-year solution to menstrual health challenges By Promise Marupeng Millions of women and girls in disadvantaged communities face a monthly struggle to afford sanitary products. Period poverty—the lack of access to affordable menstrual products, clean water and sanitation—affects their health, dignity, education and economic opportunities. In South Africa, many girls miss school during menstruation because of lack of access to sanitary products. This leads to lower academic achievement and reduced economic opportunities, perpetuating the cycle of poverty. At Diepsloot High School in Johannesburg on Monday, dozens of girls received menstrual cups designed […]
- [Meta Media bags top honours at the 2025 MOST Awards](https://africanews24.com/meta-media-bags-top-honours-at-2025-most-awards/): JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Meta Media celebrated a remarkable showing at the 2025 MOST Awards, securing both first and third place in the prestigious Lamb Category for Media Agencies. Meta Media Johannesburg earned top honours, while Meta Media Cape Town clinched third, reinforcing the agency’s consistent reputation for excellence across regions. The Johannesburg team’s win is a testament to its approachable, responsive and professional service. Industry participants commended the team for its unwavering commitment to collaboration, noting that they are “always willing to assist media owners and sales representatives with whatever is required of their agency”. The sentiment captures the culture […]
- [Is your bank account stressing you out?](https://africanews24.com/is-your-bank-account-stressing-you-out/): Flip the script and turn money management into a powerful form of self-care and peace of mind October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while we focus on therapy, mindfulness, and rest, we often ignore a major source of daily stress: our finances. The constant worry about bills, debt, and the future can be a heavy mental load. Perhaps it’s time to flip the script, says Brett Caminsky Atlas Finance Director “What if managing your money felt less like a burden and more like a deliberate act of self-care? Financial wellbeing and mental wellbeing are two sides of the same […]
- [Empowering young minds to read with understanding](https://africanews24.com/empowering-young-minds-to-read-with-understanding/): By Promise Marupeng Pupils, parents and teachers at Kid Maponya Primary School, Mogale City in South Africa’s Gauteng Province, have expressed relief and excitement after receiving a new library aimed at improving reading comprehension among learners. The Progress in International Reading Literacy Study 2021 (PIRLS), conducted by the University of Pretoria’s Centre for Evaluation and Assessment, revealed alarming statistics about South Africa’s literacy crisis. The study found that 81% of South African grade 4 learners struggle to read for comprehension at age 10. The findings, recently presented to minister of basic education Angie Motshekga, showed South Africa’s score had dropped […]
- [Calls for regional action to secure adolescents’ SRHR in East and Southern Africa](https://africanews24.com/calls-for-action-to-secure-adolescents-srhr/): By Moses Magadza in Harare, Zimbabwe The 2nd Edition of the Regional Engagement Meeting on Adolescents’ SRHR Access that seeks to accelerate access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services for adolescents across East and Southern Africa began here on Tuesday with calls for bold regional action. Held under the theme “Step Up 4 Adolescents SRHR Access: Collaborating for Equitable SRHR in East and Southern Africa,” the two-day gathering has drawn policymakers, youth advocates, parliamentarians, health experts, and civil society organisations from more than 12 countries. The Chief Executive Officer of the Zimbabwe National Family Planning Council (ZNFPC), […]
- [Colloquium spotlights non-communicable illnesses](https://africanews24.com/colloquium-spotlights-non-communicable-illnesses/): By Promise Marupeng Medical experts, government and academic institutions have adopted a multisectoral approach to combat life-threatening non-communicable diseases. The colloquium was hosted by Dr Gwen Ramokgopa, chairperson of the Business Progressive Forum (PBF), in Johannesburg last Thursday. It brought together the Parliamentary Health Committee, universities, medical experts and legislators to intensify harm reduction mechanisms. Non-communicable diseases pose one of the biggest health threats of our time, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). “The objectives of the summit are to map a practical pathway for harm reduction and find health solutions for citizens,” Ramokgopa said. She cited sobering statistics […]
- [South Africa IEC chair faces legal battle over alleged family rape cover-up](https://africanews24.com/iec-chair-in-legal-battle-for-family-rape-scandal/): By Promise Marupeng South Africa’s Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) chair, Mosotho Moepya, is embroiled in a defamation case after being accused of concealing the alleged rape of a family member to protect his younger brother. The matter was heard in the Johannesburg High Court on 23 September 2025, with the verdict reserved pending investigation, according to court papers. Moepya’s step-nephew, Sylvester Mashilo, 41, has accused the IEC chairperson of silencing him for years over allegations that Moepya’s brother, Prince Moepya, repeatedly raped him as a child in the 1990s. Mashilo says the abuse occurred at Mpheleng village, near Groblersdal in […]
- [SADC PF Vice-President urges strong prison oversight to protect health, dignity and democracy](https://africanews24.com/sadc-pf-vp-urges-firm-prison-oversight-for-health/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg The Vice-President of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), Hon. Sylvia Lucas, has called for stronger parliamentary oversight of prisons to safeguard human rights, prevent disease outbreaks and promote justice across the region. Speaking at the opening of a virtual consultation on the development of a SADC Model Law on Prison Oversight on Wednesday, Hon. Lucas said the initiative was timely and rooted in the region’s commitment to building humane, accountable and health-conscious correctional systems. “Across our region, prisons tell stories that touch the conscience of our nations; stories of overcrowding, underfunding, […]
- [Top Judge advocates stronger oversight to uphold dignity behind bars](https://africanews24.com/top-judge-advocates-stronger-prison-oversight/): By Moses Magadza in South Africa Justice Sylvester Kalembera from the Malawi Supreme Court of Appeal has called for robust, independent and well-resourced prison oversight mechanisms to ensure that correctional centres in the SADC region uphold human dignity and comply with international human rights standards. He made the call when he delivered a keynote address at a consultation for judges on the provisions of a SADC Model Law on Prison Oversight in Sandton, South Africa on October 9. The SADC Parliamentary Forum convened the consultation, one of a series planned. Justice Kalembera invoked Nelson Mandela’s famous reflection that, “a nation […]
- [Judges urged to champion prison oversight that protects dignity behind bars](https://africanews24.com/judges-urged-to-champion-prison-oversight/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa A call has been made for judges across the SADC region to lead in ensuring that the dignity, health and rights of people in custody are protected through effective and independent prison oversight anchored in law. Mrs. Eva Jhala, a veteran legal drafter from Zambia, made the call on October 9 when she delivered a keynote address at a consultation for judges on the provisions of an envisaged SADC Model Law on Prison Oversight, held in Sandton, South Africa on Thursday and Friday. She said the region stood at a pivotal moment as […]
- [Dis-chem’s new loyalty programme drives investment into customer healthcare](https://africanews24.com/dis-chems-new-loyalty-program-drives-investment/): JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Dis-Chem has introduced Better Rewards, its reimagined loyalty programme, which gives shoppers instant savings at tills on thousands of everyday essentials. Better Rewards, which launches on 21 October 2025, is an integrated rewards programme that gives back instant value to members, with opportunities to continually boost savings every month. It is South Africa’s first ever collaborative brand-powered loyalty programme giving customers instant savings at the till – every time they shop. Unlike most loyalty programmes which reward members retrospectively, and where methods are subject to change, Better Rewards offers significantly more value: it’s an experience that […]
- [When loyalty meets betrayal – The story of Madaritso and Martha](https://africanews24.com/the-story-of-madaritso-and-martha/): By Dr Ted Msipa | Wisdom for Life Series Madaritso Phiri sat trembling in disbelief. His world had collapsed within minutes. His long-time sweetheart, Martha Choyamba, had just ended their fifteen-year relationship — not through a phone call, not through a letter, but right before his eyes, in the most humiliating fashion imaginable. For a moment, time froze. He could hear his own heartbeat pounding like a drum. The woman he once called his future had just declared, “I’m moving on, and you’re no longer good enough for me.” The Years of Sacrifice Madaritso and Martha’s story began in the […]
- [SADC PF launches consultation on Model Law for Prison Oversight](https://africanews24.com/sadc-pf-launches-consultation-on-prison-oversight/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg The Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) on Monday opened a two-day consultation in Johannesburg focusing on Health in Prisons and the Draft SADC Model Law on Prison Oversight. The consultation brings together health professionals working in prison settings, ministries of health and correctional services, civil society organisations, and development partners to contribute technical and professional input into the draft law that aims to strengthen parliamentary oversight and improve prison conditions across the region. Delivering the keynote address, Mr. Victor Mhango, Vice-Chairperson of the Technical Working Group (TWG) on Prison Oversight, described the […]
- [China-Africa digital partnership: Xiamen forum charts bold course for cyber cooperation](https://africanews24.com/china-africa-digital-partnership-xiamen-forum/): By Silence Charumbira XIAMEN, China – The 2025 China-Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum in Xiamen marked a significant milestone in digital cooperation between the two regions, with the launch of ambitious action plans centered on China’s comprehensive commitments to African digital transformation. The forum’s sub-forum on “Internet Media Cooperation and Promoting People-to-People Connectivity,” held on September 29 at the Xiamen International Conference Center, brought together policymakers, scholars, media professionals, and technology experts from across China and Africa to chart a course for deeper collaboration in cyberspace. The forum coincided with the release of China’s “Plan of Actions on Jointly […]
- [SADC PF Secretary General calls for robust evidence to strengthen SRHR and governance interventions](https://africanews24.com/sadc-pf-sg-calls-for-strengthening-of-srhr/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa The Secretary General of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), Ms. Boemo Sekgoma, has urged parliamentarians and researchers to strengthen monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems to capture and demonstrate the tangible impact of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) interventions across the SADC region. Officially opening the Monitoring and Evaluation Capacity Development Workshop in Johannesburg, organised under the SADC PF’s SRHR HIV and AIDS and Governance Programme supported by Sweden on October 1 2025, Ms. Sekgoma said the Forum was entering a “defining point” in its journey to deliver […]
- [The Burmese Kingdom and the banana peel of change – By Ted Msipa (PhD)](https://africanews24.com/the-burmese-kingdom-and-the-banana-peel/): The Burmese Kingdom had never been this excited since the last time the national football team actually scored a goal. The buzz was contagious. A famous professor was flying in. Not just any professor—this was Professor Muvhango, a globetrotter with a résumé longer than the River Nile and a reputation for turning around universities in places most people could not even find on a map. The day she landed at Halala International Airport, the whole country nearly stopped breathing. Taxi drivers paused their hooting. Chickens delayed crossing the road. Even the Minister of Education dusted off his old suit and […]
- [UNFPA sounds warning on growing climate change,GBV, and SRHR crises in South Sudan](https://africanews24.com/unfpa-sounds-warning-on-growing-climate-change/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa A senior United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) official has presented findings from a recent Vulnerability Assessment showing that climate change is magnifying existing humanitarian, health and gender challenges in South Sudan. Dr. Hussein Hassan, the Emergency Coordinator, Head, Humanitarian Response Unit, UNFPA in South Sudan presented the assessment to a high-level workshop convened by the SADC Parliamentary Forum and UNFPA for researchers and senior parliamentary staff meeting in Johannesburg on Monday. Speaking via zoom, Dr. Hassan outlined the scale of South Sudan’s climate crisis. He said rising temperatures which are projected to increase […]
- [Call for stronger action as climate change threatens SRHR services](https://africanews24.com/call-for-stronger-action-as-climate-change-threatens-srhr-services/): By Moses Magadza JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Participants at a capacity-building workshop underway in Johannesburg have warned that worsening climate shocks are undermining healthcare systems across Southern Africa, with women, adolescents, and vulnerable groups bearing the brunt. The SADC Parliamentary Forum with the support of Sweden convened the workshop which began on Monday with a focus on Strengthening Parliamentary Evidence-Based Policy Making by Integrating the Nexus between Climate Change, Health, and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Through interactive group discussions, delegates examined how droughts, floods, and heatwaves are disrupting SRHR service delivery and reviewed the extent to which […]
- [Parliaments urged to use evidence-based oversight to hold duty bearers accountable on climate, health, and SRHR](https://africanews24.com/parliaments-urged-to-use-evidence-based-oversight/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg A call has been made for Parliamentarians to strategically leverage their oversight powers to demand transparency and ensure that governments address the interconnected challenges of climate change, health, and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Mr. Munashe Tofa, Programme Manager for Climate Change, Environment, Health and SRHR at the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), made the call during a workshop on strengthening evidence-based policymaking this week. “Parliament embodies the sovereign will of the people. Its power to call the government to explain and justify its actions is the foundation of democratic accountability,” Mr Tofa […]
- [SADC PF strengthens M&E capacity for climate, health and SRHR policy integration](https://africanews24.com/sadc-pf-strengthens-me-capacity-for-climate/): By Moses Magadza JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – The Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) has convened a two-day Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Capacity Development workshop in Johannesburg, aimed at strengthening evidence-based reporting on climate justice, health, and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Supported by Sweden, the workshop brings together Directors of Research and senior parliamentary researchers from 11 SADC Member Parliaments under the Forum’s SRHR HIV and AIDS and Governance Programme. SADC PF Secretary General, Ms. Boemo Sekgoma, officially opened the workshop on Monday. She thanked Sweden and other partners, including UNFPA and the academia, for […]
- [Creatives showcase their extraordinary at The Escape](https://africanews24.com/creatives-showc-their-extraordinary-at-the-escape/): JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Expressions, a dynamic platform dedicated to nurturing and spotlighting South African creative talent hosted its annual event, The Escape, at Pere House in Midrand to celebrate Heritage Day. The Escape is cultural movement where creative talent, aspiring artists and established professionals converge to discover and showcase their extraordinary through music, art, fashion and beauty to celebrate the country’s heritage and creative talent. Spartz, a Jazz-soul musician renowned for her fusion of Neo-Soul and indigenous African sounds performed live, offering a unique and unforgettable moving experience. Other performing artists included Ma Nala, Alfa Kat, Warren Matross, Nkosinathi The Vocalist and DJ sets from […]
- [StitchedByInga launches  Frost to Fabulous SS25/26 Collection](https://africanews24.com/stitchedbyinga-launches-frost-to-fabulous-ss25-26/): Our Correspondent JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – StitchedByInga, the dynamic fashion brand founded by Inga Sebata, marked a major milestone with its first-ever runway show, hosted in collaborative partnership with Expressions: The Escape, a platform dedicated to celebrating South African creativity. The show unveiled the highly anticipated Frost to Fabulous Spring/Summer 2025/26 collection, a versatile line designed to move effortlessly through the many dimensions of modern life. In an emotional moment, Sebata took to the runway to thank her family and loyal clients, reflecting on the brand’s journey from its beginnings in her kid’s bedroom, to working out of a garage, […]
- [Lesotho trade unions protest exclusion from AGOA negotiations](https://africanews24.com/lesotho-trade-unions-protest-exclusion-from-agoa/): Silence Charumbira MASERU, Lesotho – Trade unions in Lesotho have expressed strong dissatisfaction over their exclusion from government negotiations with the United States regarding the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The southern African kingdom dispatched a delegation to Washington to secure an extension of the trade agreement, which is set to expire on Sept. 30, 2025. Trade and Industry Minister Mokhethi Shelile announced this week that the government had obtained a temporary one-year extension following meetings with U.S. officials. However, labor unions have disputed these claims, questioning their validity. “The government deliberately left us behind,” said […]
- [PayPal commits $100m to boost digital growth across Middle East, Africa](https://africanews24.com/paypal-commits-100m-to-boost-digital-growth/): Dubai, UAE, September 24, 2025 – PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) today announced a commitment to invest $100 million throughout the Middle East and Africa, fueling innovation, supporting entrepreneurs, and driving inclusive economic growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital commerce regions. This strategic investment will be deployed through a mix of minority investments, acquisitions, PayPal Ventures funding, people, and technology deployments that will help local businesses scale, unlock new opportunities for innovators, and bring millions more consumers and communities into the digital economy. “The Middle East and Africa are home to some of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving […]
- [Competence without character - By Ted Msipa (PhD)](https://africanews24.com/competence-without-character-by-ted-msipaphd/): Setoboli Boka was a larger-than-life figure. His brilliance as an accountant was unquestionable. At just 25, he rose to partner at Goosebum and Associates, embodying the biblical truth: “A man’s gift makes room for him and brings him before great men.” But here’s the truth: while gifts open doors, only character keeps them open. The Rise After five successful years at Goosebum, Boka set his sights on “greener pastures.” At Mationei Insurance, his star shone bright once more. Within record time, he rose to General Manager (Short Term). His career trajectory was breathtaking, his competence undeniable. For a season, it […]
- [China-Lesotho strategic partnership strengthens as nations celebrate 76th PRC anniversary](https://africanews24.com/china-lesotho-strategic-partnership-strengthens/): Silence Charumbira MASERU, Lesotho – The Chinese Embassy in Lesotho hosted a reception on Monday in Maseru, the country’s capital, to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). In his welcoming speech, Chinese Ambassador Yang Xiaokun highlighted China’s deepening ties with Lesotho noting significant progress in bilateral cooperation including the elevation of bilateral ties to a strategic partnership last September, making China “the first and only country to establish such a partnership with Lesotho”. He praised Lesotho as having “truly become a model in delivering FOCAC outcomes,” with new projects completed or launched […]
- [The truth they don’t want told: Rwanda, Congo, and 30 years of denial](https://africanews24.com/rwanda-congo-and-30-years-of-denial/): Albert Rudatsimburwa For three decades, the dominant narrative about Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo has been shaped less by facts than by denial. What is often repeated as “thirty years of war” is, in reality, thirty years of evasion — a refusal by powerful actors in the international system to confront the genocidal forces that ignited the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and have since been sheltered, rearmed, and recycled under new names. This denial has not only obstructed justice but also allowed the cycle of violence to persist, with devastating consequences for millions of people in the […]
- [Construction body pushes harmonisation of infrastructure development across Africa](https://africanews24.com/construction-body-pushes-infrastructure-dvpt/): Staff Writer A bold and transformative proposal is gaining momentum across the African continent: the establishment of a regional construction body dedicated to harmonising infrastructure development among African nations. Spearheaded by Zimbabwe, with active support from South Africa and Zambia, this initiative aligns with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and Agenda 2063, the African Union’s blueprint for a prosperous, integrated, and globally competitive Africa. The proposed body by the Council for Infrastructure in SADC (CISADC) is envisioned as a specialised platform focused exclusively on construction, infrastructure, and development. Its central mission is to synchronise national infrastructure efforts into […]
- [Cape Town hosts Rus-Africa Art Diplomacy at African Energy Week through Nikas Safronov, with Dr Xander Pratt](https://africanews24.com/cape-town-hosts-rus-africa-art-diplomacy/): Our Staff CAPE TOWN, South Africa – Afro-Futurist, Dr. Xander Pratt and Russian national master painter Nikas Safronov will present collaborative works at the Roscongress Forum during African Energy Week (AEW), on September 29 to October 3, 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. They first met at the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum, with the former invited by Friends of Arts and Culture and Asia Africa Art Academy, which seeks to channel Rus-Africa Art Diplomacy, by furthering the wider Global South and BRICS people to people movement. After painting amongst a thousand international youth leaders at the World […]
- [David Mantiziba: A young trailblazer shaping Africa’s future on the global stage](https://africanews24.com/david-mantiziba-a-young-trailblazer/): Our Staff In recent years, Africa has been witnessing a new wave of young entrepreneurs and leaders who are not only challenging the status quo but also redefining the continent’s role in the global economy. Among these emerging trailblazers is David Mantiziba, a visionary entrepreneur whose remarkable journey and strategic insights earned him recognition at the prestigious Fourth Edition of the Africa CEO Summit held in Nigeria. Organized by the Pan African Youth Leadership Foundation, this summit brought together influential business leaders, policymakers, and international delegates from across Africa and beyond, creating a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and inspiration. David […]
- [Manzungu calls for urgent infrastructure acceleration to power Africa's economic rise](https://africanews24.com/manzungu-calls-for-urgent-infrastructure-boost/): Staff writer At a time when African economies are seeking sustainable pathways to recovery and growth, the president of the Zimbabwe Building Contractors Association (ZBCA), Tinashe Manzungu, has called for a continental commitment to infrastructure transformation that is as bold as the challenges it seeks to address. Speaking at a recently held Master Builders Annual Congress, Dr Manzungu, a decorated Sub-Saharan Africa infrastructure development expert with multiple international accolades, reiterated the need for Africa to embrace infrastructure development to address the economic crisis in the continent. “Accelerating infrastructure development in Africa is not only necessary, it is urgent. We are […]
- [Expressions: A cultural renaissance of art, music, beauty and fashion showcase at The Escape](https://africanews24.com/expressions-a-cultural-renaissance-of-art-music-beauty-and-fashion-showcase-at-the-escape/): Our Staff JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Expressions, a dynamic platform dedicated to nurturing and spotlighting South African creative talent is proud to announce the return of The Escape, taking place on 24 September 2025 at Pere House, Midrand. The Escape is cultural movement where creative talent, aspiring artists and established professionals converge to discover and showcase their extraordinary potential through beauty, art, music, and fashion. “The Escape serves as a platform for creatives and artists to gain exposure, develop their skills, connect with their community, and potentially secure opportunities in their respective fields.  The event focuses on creating conducive spaces for expression and to help the […]
- [The balance between culture and human rights should not result in death of children](https://africanews24.com/the-balance-between-culture-and-human-rights/): By Faiza Mohamed, Africa Director, Equality Now, and Hannah Yambasu, Executive Director, WAVES Freetown, Sierra Leone, September 16, 2025: On the 4th of July, 2025, the National Assembly of Sierra Leone passed the Child Rights Act, ostensibly to protect the rights of the children of Sierra Leone. Indeed, this is the government’s duty and mandate, and aligns with their human rights and international obligations, and should be lauded globally. However, this new Act that awaits presidential assent has attracted concern and ire all around on account of failing to criminalise one thing – female genital mutilation (FGM). The practice of […]
- [SASSCAL boosts climate monitoring, wetland management capacity in Botswana and Southern Africa](https://africanews24.com/sasscal-boosts-climate-monitoring/): Sharon Kavhu Da Fonseca The Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL) will host a landmark event in Gaborone on 15 September 2025, bringing together climate and environmental experts from across the SADC region. The event will feature the official handover of 15 refurbished Automated Weather Stations (AWS) to the Government of Botswana and the launch of the WeMAST Phase II Stakeholders Training Workshop, aimed at enhancing regional expertise in wetland monitoring using Earth Observation tools.These two activities underscore SASSCAL’s dual commitment to strengthening national climate services and building regional capacity for sustainable environmental […]
- [Duma Collective CEO shines a spotlight on a remarkable woman at WomenCan Awards](https://africanews24.com/duma-collective-ceo-spotlights-remarkable-woman-at-womencan-awards/): Our Staff JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Duma Collective CEO, Sibu Mabena recognised Ntando Zikalala, founder and CEO of To The Max Management at A Night of Mystery Gala and WomenCan Awards with The Sky Award. The WomenCan awards ceremony brought together leaders, influencers, and advocates committed to empowering women across South Africa. This year’s theme, “Unlocking Your Inner Power”, spotlighted the strength, resilience, and influence of exceptional women driving change in South Africa and beyond. As the recipient of The Sky Award in 2024, Mabena passed on the baton to Zikalala to recognise her unwavering determination to redefine success, change the game in the […]
- [The Power of Hard Times – By Ted Msipa (PhD)](https://africanews24.com/the-power-of-hard-times-by-ted-msipa-phd/): In hard times, everything seems stuck. Sometimes you look at yourself and conclude that life is over. But as a winner, you must know the difference between being planted and being buried. A seed that is planted is hidden for a season, but in time it germinates, grows, and multiplies. Being buried looks the same—but it is final, lifeless. The challenge of life is to discern the difference. When you are planted, your season of darkness is not the end but the beginning of growth. When you are crushed, you might think it’s over, yet even crushing has a purpose. […]
- [Upholding A Correct Historical Perspective on the World Anti-Fascist War, Making Our Contributions to the Community with a Shared Future for Humanity](https://africanews24.com/historical-perspective-on-world-anti-fascist-war/): H.E. Ambassador Yang Xiaokun This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The World Anti-Fascist War, also known as World War II was the most devastating and destructive global conflict in human history. It brought immense suffering to the peoples of the world and reshaped the global political landscape. The victory over fascism was the result of the united efforts of the Allies. Both Lesotho and China have contributed to the victory. 80 years later, the world has found itself in a new period of turbulence and transformation. Upholding […]
- [DJ Zinhle honoured with The Powerhouse Award at the 2025 WomenCan Awards](https://africanews24.com/dj-zinhle-honoured-with-the-powerhouse-award-at-the-2025-womencan-awards/): Our Staff JOHANNESBURG South Africa – WomenCan proudly announced that award-winning entrepreneur, businesswoman, and DJ, DJ Zinhle, has been honoured with the prestigious The Powerhouse Award at this year’s ‘A Night of Mystery Gala and WomenCan Awards. The Powerhouse Award pays tribute to a woman who exemplifies unparalleled dedication, fueled by an immeasurable wellspring of enthusiasm, and a firm commitment in the relentless pursuit of her dream. The Powerhouse Award 2024 recipient, Hloni Modise Matau, CEO of Basadi in Music Awards passed on the baton to DJ Zinhle to celebrates the unquenchable fire and paying tribute to her relentless drive […]
- [Mokolokolo family driven into exile amid fears of political persecution](https://africanews24.com/mokolokolo-family-driven-into-exile/): MASERU, Lesotho – What began as an attempt on the life of Mosotho businessman Philimon Mokolokolo has spiraled into years of fear and harassment, ultimately forcing his family into exile. Once a respected figure in Lesotho’s business community, Mokolokolo now lives in hiding abroad, uncertain if he and his family will ever return home. He insists that until justice is served and political intimidation ends, Lesotho remains unsafe for him. The ordeal traces back to April 2022, when Mokolokolo says he was brutally tortured by police, leaving him physically and emotionally scarred. Just weeks later, in May, he narrowly survived […]
- [Beyond the game: How an athlete’s brand secures sustainable financial success](https://africanews24.com/an-athletes-brand-secures-sustainable-success/): Our Staff In South Africa, more than half of female footballers (55%) hold full-time contracts. Yet only 40% are paid a salary, according to the Confederation of African Football.  Across the continent, the numbers are starker: just 8.7% of associations report that all players with contracts receive pay, while in 41.3% of associations, no players are paid at all. This is not unique to Africa. Globally, half of elite women athletes make no income at all from their sport. Many, even those competing at the highest levels, are forced to piece together earnings from side hustles, second jobs, or sponsorship scraps to stay in the […]
- [ZYN x WomenCan: Powering healthier choices, unlocking inner power](https://africanews24.com/zyn-x-womencan-powering-healthier-choices/): JOHANNESBURG, South Africa –  At this year’s highly anticipated WomenCan: A Night of Mystery Gala, ZYN proudly stood alongside a movement dedicated to celebrating women’s empowerment, resilience, and transformation. The collaboration highlighted a shared vision: to inspire women to unlock their inner power while championing healthier, more balanced lifestyles. ZYN’s commitment to wellness mirrors the WomenCan mission. Built on the belief that small, intentional shifts can create lasting change, ZYN encourages people to make better life choices whether through mindful alternatives, balanced routines, or smarter health decisions that support long-term wellbeing. “The activation at A Night of Mystery gave us the opportunity to connect […]
- [Chinese Ambassador in Lesotho reaffirms “one-China principle” during 80th anniversary of anti-fascist war victory](https://africanews24.com/chinese-ambassador-reaffirms-one-china-principle/): Silence Charumbira Chinese Ambassador to Lesotho, Yang Xiaokun, on Thursday reaffirmed the one-China principle while delivering his address during the commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Addressing guests who included former prime minister, deputy prime ministers, ministers, legislators and the Chinese community, Ambassador Yang highlighted China’s historical sacrifices while reinforcing contemporary political positions and diplomatic initiatives. The ambassador detailed China’s extensive sacrifices during what he described as a 14-year struggle against Japanese militarism, noting that China suffered over 35 million military and civilian casualties with […]
- [New Swedish deputy envoy: “Parliaments are the beating hearts of democracy”](https://africanews24.com/new-swedish-envoy-on-parlies-democratic-role/): By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, Namibia – The newly appointed Minister Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Sweden in Pretoria, Mr. Kristian Olsson Selerud, has hailed parliaments within the SADC region as the “beating hearts of democracy.” He spoke on Tuesday during his first official visit to the secretariat of Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) in Windhoek, Namibia. “If our parliaments don’t function, neither the executive nor the judiciary can do their work. Parliamentarians are there to represent and serve the people, and their role is indispensable,” Mr Selerud told SADC PF staff at […]
- [Madagascar features Chinese hybrid rice patterns on its banknotes](https://africanews24.com/madagascar-features-chinese-hybrid-rice-patterns/): “Chinese hybrid rice has truly improved my life. The inventors of hybrid rice are genuinely great. I will continue planting it” Our Staff On the morning of June 30th, warm sunlight broke through the clouds in the Alaotra-Mangoro region of northeastern Madagascar. Alaotra-Mangoro is one of Madagascar’s most important rice-producing areas and is often referred to as the “breadbasket of Madagascar.” Every year from Hunan Daily, April to June, local farmers celebrate the Malagasy rice harvest with a grand festival. In the village of Ambohijanahary, hundreds of farmers gather to sing and dance beside the golden rice paddies, their festivities […]
- [2025 WomenCan Awards Celebrates Trailblazing Women at “A Night of Mystery” Gala](https://africanews24.com/2025-womencan-awards-celebrates-women/): Our Staff South Africa – 01 September 2025 – The WomenCan, a unique women empowerment platform, hosted its highly anticipated “A Night of Mystery” Gala and WomenCan Awards ceremony to honour women who are redefining leadership and breaking barriers across various sectors. The evening brought together leaders, influencers, and advocates committed to empowering women across South Africa. This year’s theme, “Unlocking Your Inner Power”, spotlighted the strength, resilience, and influence of exceptional women driving change in South Africa and beyond. Speaking at the event, WomenCan founder, Tumi Mthembu urged women to lead with purpose. “It is time to align our businesses, working environment and homes […]
- [The tragedy of Teboho Tladi - By Ted Msipa (PhD)](https://africanews24.com/the-tragedy-of-teboho-tladi-by-ted-msipa-phd/): The Appointment of a Gifted Man Teboho Tladi was a man whose gifts could not be hidden. He had a sharp mind, a strategic eye, and a commanding presence. The board of a unique company working on high-impact strategic projects saw in him the future. They believed he would accelerate growth, break barriers, and bring a new edge to the organisation. His appointment was celebrated. Colleagues saw him as a visionary—someone who could take the company to heights never reached before. His résumé was filled with impressive milestones, and his confidence in interviews made it seem as though success was […]
- [SADC: Will Rajoelina, maintain Mnangagwa's momentum?](https://africanews24.com/sadc-will-rajoelina-maintain-mnangagwas-momentum/): Kelvin Jakachira Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa handed the chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to Madagascar’s Andry Rajoelina at the 45th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government held in Madagascar on 17 and August 2025 in Antananarivo, Madagascar. Mnangagwa’s tenure as SADC chair was unprecedented. It was characterised by unparalleled hype never witnessed in the region since the inception of the regional bloc on 17 August 1992. Immediately after Mnangagwa assumed the position of chairperson of SADC on August 17, 2024, during the 44th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government held in Harare, jingles […]
- [Readers' forum on 'Xi Jinping: On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights' held in Ethiopia](https://africanews24.com/xi-on-respecting-and-protecting-human-rights/): A readers’ forum on the book titled “Xi Jinping: On Respecting and Protecting Human Rights” was held in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, on Thursday. In his address at the forum, Jiang Jianguo, executive vice president of the China Society for Human Rights Studies, noted that the book has been published in 13 foreign languages, attracting readers worldwide from the fields of human rights, politics, academic research, media and think tanks. From this book, readers can see Xi’s deep care for the people and his vision for the world as a leader of a major party and a major […]
- [South Africa risks falling behind without science-based, harm reduction approach](https://africanews24.com/south-africa-risks-falling-behind-without-science/): Our Staff CAPE TOWN, South Africa — Philip Morris South Africa (PMSA) today urged Members of Parliament in the Portfolio Committee on Health to adopt a forward-looking, science-based approach to tobacco regulation – one that empowers adult smokers to make better choices while ensuring strong protections against youth access. With over 11 million adult smokers in South Africa, the country has a unique opportunity to reduce smoking-related diseases by embracing a harm reduction approach. While the best option is to quit tobacco and nicotine altogether, many smokers don’t. By clearly distinguishing between combustible cigarettes and scientifically substantiated smoke-free alternatives, such as heated tobacco, […]
- [The two brothers: From bread and cola to destiny - by Ted Msipa(PhD)](https://africanews24.com/the-two-brothers-from-bread-and-cola-to-destiny/): The two brothers were inseparable. Their bond was almost legendary in the neighborhood. If you spotted one, you could safely bet the other was somewhere within shouting distance. Though seven years apart in age, their laughter, their habits, and their deep affection for each other made them appear like twins in spirit. They shared almost everything—chores in the family compound, jokes whispered under the stars, even the treasured rides on their father’s old, rusty bicycle. That bicycle was their chariot. Its brakes screeched, its chain sometimes slipped, yet to them it was a symbol of freedom. Every ride ended at […]
- [SADC PF President advocates unity and regional integration](https://africanews24.com/sadc-pf-president-advocates-unity-and-regional/): By Moses MagadzaANTANARIVO, Madagascar – The President of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) and Speaker of the National Assembly of Madagascar, Hon. Justin Tokely, has urged regional legislators to deepen interparliamentary cooperation and accelerate efforts towards establishing a Southern African Regional Parliament. Speaking at a luncheon in Antananarivo hosted in honour of the visiting SADC PF Lobby Team, Hon. Tokely welcomed Speakers of the National Assemblies of Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, and Namibia, alongside members of the Lobby Group. He hailed their presence as “a concrete demonstration of what interparliamentary cooperation can achieve when convictions and will are combined in […]
- [Historic breakthrough as Madagascar and Mauritius sign SADC Parliament Agreement](https://africanews24.com/madagascar-mauritius-sign-historic-sadc-deal/): By Moses Magadza Madagascar and Mauritius have signed the Agreement Amending the SADC Treaty to recognise the SADC Parliament as an institution of SADC, bringing to 15 the number of Member States that have endorsed the Agreement. The drive to establish a fully-fledged Southern African Development Community (SADC) Parliament reached a historic milestone on Sunday when the signing took place during the closing ceremony of the 45th Ordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State and Government in Antananarivo, Madagascar. Dr Navin Ramgoolam, the Prime Minister of Mauritius and H.E Andry Nirina Rajoelina, president of Madagascar, signed the Agreement. The signing […]
- [A Night of Mystery Gala and WomenCan Awards shines spotlight on women](https://africanews24.com/a-night-of-mystery-gala-and-womencan-awards/): Our Staff Johannesburg, South Africa – WomenCan, a unique innovative women empowerment platform announces its highly anticipated A Night of Mystery Gala and WomenCan Awards to celebrate, recognise and transform exceptional women from all backgrounds across various sectors. A Night of Mystery Gala and WomenCan Awards themed Unlocking Your Inner Power  will take place Saturday, 30th August 2025 at the Mhulu Luxury Boutique Hotel in Midrand. “A Night of Mystery is about forging deep connections with women, providing a space for them to share their diverse and impactful stories. Our unlocking your inner power theme is an invitation for women to boldly step into their power, embrace their […]
- [Zimbabwean businessman, Joseph Mutangadura, killed in armed robbery](https://africanews24.com/zimbabwean-businessman-mutangadura-killed/): Prominent Ruwa businessman Joseph Mutangadura, 67, was shot dead during an armed robbery at his farm along Dustain Road in Ruwa late on Sunday night, police confirmed on Monday. Mutangadura, who owned a string of businesses in Ruwa including Mutangaz Hideout, Mutangaz Panyama and Lisheen Estate, was attacked by a gang of about seven masked robbers who stormed his farm at around 11PM. According to a Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) statement, the suspects were armed with pistols, claw bars and hammers. They overpowered a security guard on duty, tied his hands with shoelaces, and forced him into the house. Using […]
- [Zimbabwean, Pirates football star Tendai Ndoro dies](https://africanews24.com/zimbabwean-football-star-tendai-ndoro-dies/): Terry Madyauta The football fraternity has been plunged into mourning following the death of former Orlando Pirates and Ajax Cape Town striker, Tendai Ndoro. He was 40. Ndoro had a long battle with diabetes, which ultimately cut short his football career. It is said that Ndoro was found dead at his apartment in Sandton, Johannesburg, on Monday. The former Zimbabwean international had recently been hospitalised in Durban due to a tumour under his armpit. His death is a significant loss to the football communities of both South Africa and Zimbabwe. His demise comes as a major blow to both South […]
- [SADC PF mulls Chief Theresa Kachindamoto Award, public lecture series](https://africanews24.com/sadc-pf-mulls-chief-theresa-kachindamoto-award/): By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, Namibia – The Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) is exploring the establishment of a ‘Chief Theresa Kachindamoto Award and Public Lecture Series’ to accelerate regional efforts to eradicate child marriage and protect the rights of children across the SADC region. SADC PF Secretary General Ms Boemo Sekgoma on Monday revealed that the idea comes in the wake of the passing last week of Chief Theresa Kachindamoto of Malawi, the traditional leader globally acclaimed as the “Terminator of Child Marriages.” “Through courage and innovation, she annulled thousands of child marriages, enforced community bylaws, and […]
- [Equality Now champions feminist digital rights at Madagascar Youth Summit](https://africanews24.com/equality-now-champions-feminist-digital-rights/): …calls for urgent action against technology-facilitated gender-based violence at 7th Southern Africa Youth Forum ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar – Equality Now has urged SADC member states to adopt feminist digital principles and strengthen protections against technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) across the region. The call was made during a solidarity statement by Equality Now’s Southern Africa Representative, Sally Ncube, during the 7th Southern Africa Youth Forum. Speaking at the forum held from August 15-17, 2025, in Madagascar’s capital under the theme “Pan-Africanism in Action: Mobilising Youth for Sustainable Development and Civic Engagement,” Ncube painted a stark picture of the digital threats facing women […]
- [Somaliland's Port of Berbera welcomes largest fuel tanker in history](https://africanews24.com/somalilands-port-of-berbera-welcomes-largest/): Our Staff The Port of Berbera in Somaliland has received the largest fuel tanker ever to dock at the port, marking a significant milestone for this strategic gateway. The shipment, delivered by Horn Petroleum, was stored at the East Africa Storage Terminal, part of the Dahabshiil Group. Carrying nearly 50,000 cubic metres of fuel, the vessel is expected to meet domestic demand as well as supply the wider Horn of Africa, further strengthening Berbera’s role as a key regional trade hub.
- [Africa mourns “Terminator of child marriages”](https://africanews24.com/africa-mourns-terminator-of-child-marriages/): By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, Namibia – The African continent is in mourning following the death of Senior Chief Theresa Kachindamoto of Malawi, a globally celebrated traditional leader whose fearless fight against child marriage transformed countless lives. The Chief passed away on 13 August 2025, prompting an outpouring of tributes from political leaders, development partners and civil society organisations across the region and beyond. In a statement, Hon. Justin Tokely, the President of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), described the late Chief Kachindamoto as “a towering figure and shining example of how tradition can evolve to uphold […]
- [The Veld Fire of Friendship - By  Dr Ted Msipa](https://africanews24.com/the-veld-fire-of-friendship-by-dr-ted-msipa/): (A True  African tale with a Timeless Truth) Not so long ago, in the red-dusted mining city of Kwekwe, there lived two young men whose friendship was so tight it was said,“Even the teeth and the tongue could not be closer.” Their loyalty was the talk of the township, for they stood together through hardship like two trees whose roots intertwine beneath the soil, sharing nourishment and sheltering each other from the storms. In the market stalls and at the mine gates, people spoke of their unity as a rare and precious thing. Their names were John and Chibanda. They […]
- [AfroMedia condemns Gaza assassination of journalists, calls on urgent UN action](https://africanews24.com/afromedia-condemns-gaza-assassination/): AfroMedia: Israel is Depriving Future Generations of Their Right to Knowledge and Destroying All International Values and Charters. AfroMedia: The Israeli War Machine is Targeting Journalists to Conceal the Occupation’s Crimes Against Civilians. Our Staff The African Initiative for Journalism and Media (AfroMedia) has condemned the systematic crimes committed by the Israeli occupation against journalists and civilians in Gaza since October 7, 2023. It called the acts a flagrant violation of international laws and UN charters that ensure protection for civilians and media professionals during armed conflicts. In a statement, the initiative pointed out that reports issued by international organizations […]
- [The world's forgotten crisis: Why Sudan's staggering death toll demands urgent attention](https://africanews24.com/the-worlds-forgotten-crisis-why-sudan-demands-attention/): As Gaza and Ukraine dominate headlines, the Sudan crisis is in overdrive with millions facing starvation and disease in a conflict that aid workers call the worst humanitarian emergency on Earth Silence Charumbira While the world’s attention remains fixed on Gaza and Ukraine, a catastrophic crisis unfolds largely unnoticed in Sudan, where nearly 13 million people – one in three of the population – have been displaced in what the United Nations calls the largest internal displacement crisis ever recorded. The numbers are staggering. Since conflict erupted in Sudan’s capital Khartoum in April 2023, the country has become the epicentre […]
- [Outdoor at Cannes 2025: Purposeful, present and beautifully crafted](https://africanews24.com/outdoor-at-cannes-2025-purposeful-present/): Our Staff Johannesburg, South Africa – The 2025 Cannes Lions Outdoor category offered a clear perspective on where outdoor advertising is heading. This was not work that simply filled space. It was work that understood space, respected it, and used it to build stronger relationships between brands and the public. Entries were judged across five sub-categories: Billboards, Posters, Ambient and Experiential, Innovation in Outdoor, and Culture and Context. Across these, the most powerful work came from ideas rooted in location. These were campaigns created specifically for the world outside, designed to live in it, not just appear on it. The best […]
- [Gambling won’t fix your financial problems](https://africanews24.com/gambling-wont-fix-your-financial-problems/): Financial wellbeing starts with small, realistic steps not risky bets or quick fixes Our Staff As South Africans grapple with the pressures of rising living costs, high unemployment, and economic uncertainty, more individuals are turning to gambling in the hopes of a quick financial fix. But short-term credit provider Atlas Finance is warning that gambling is a dangerous illusion that often worsens financial distress rather than solving it. According to the National Gambling Board’s latest annual report, South Africans wagered R1.14 trillion during the financial year that ended on 31 March 2024. The 2024 Old Mutual Savings and Investment Monitor […]
- [AWCA celebrates trailblazing Woman of Substance](https://africanews24.com/awca-celebrates-trailblazing-woman-of-substance/): JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – The African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA) on Wednesday hosted its annual Banquet at The Forum in Johannesburg  under the theme “Pioneering Excellence: Passion, Power and Mastery in Motion to honour and recognise South Africa’s most exceptional women and industry leaders, whilst also raising funds to facilitate access to the profession and contribute to AWCA’s mission of accelerating the advancement of Black Female Chartered Accountants. “The AWCA Woman of Substance honours influential ground breaking females who have not only geared change in their respective fields, but also for women on the continent in general. This is just […]
- [Experts call for bold, science-led harm reduction strategies](https://africanews24.com/call-for-bold-science-led-harm-reduction/): JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – The Wellness Collective Summit, hosted by WomenCan, marked a major step forward in the national conversation on health and well-being. Held at Pere House, the event brought together over 250 individuals, including healthcare professionals, private sector leaders, and policy-makers, all committed to exploring science-based harm reduction strategies. The summit focused on practical solutions that help South Africans make informed health decisions. Discussions centred around reducing the risks associated with tobacco use, alcohol abuse, lifestyle-related conditions, and the social stressors that exacerbate poor health outcomes. Dr Pumela Gwengu urged individuals to adopt a proactive stance: “There is […]
- [No consensus over Angola’s OPEC exit nearly two years later](https://africanews24.com/no-consensus-over-angolas-opec-exit/): Our Staff A few months of two years shy after Angola left the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) in January 2024, there is no consensus whether this was the right move. All this while the country continues to experience protests from restive masses who are unhappy about the continued rise in fuel prices. The last round of protests left 22 people dead and 197 others injured. At least 1,200 people were arrested. The decision to exit OPEC, the cartel of global oil producers who determine prices of fuel, was made in December 2023. According to Angola 24 Hours, […]
- [Zim parly staff hail Namibia visit, eye stronger collaboration and e-parliament transformation](https://africanews24.com/stronger-collaboration-parliament-transformation/): By Moses Magadza WINDHOEK, Namibia – A delegation of senior staff members from the Parliament of Zimbabwe recently completed a week-long learning exchange visit to the National Assembly of Namibia and the Secretariat of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF). Mr. Prince Daniel, Assistant Clerk to the Parliament of Zimbabwe, who led the delegation, described the experience as enriching and pointed to promising prospects for future collaboration. The six-member delegation focused on deepening their understanding of parliamentary practices, records management, and the institutional evolution of the SADC PF, particularly its transformation journey into a SADC Regional Parliament. “We might be […]
- [“Enough!” as Zimbabwe expands campaign against abuse and teen pregnancy](https://africanews24.com/zim-expands-campaign-against-abuse-teen-pregnancy/): By Moses Magadza in Windhoek The Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Masvingo Province in Zimbabwe, Hon. Ezra Chadzamira, has officially launched a national campaign against child abuse, rape, and the denial of sexual and reproductive health and rights. The initiative forms part of the SRHR, HIV and AIDS Governance Project (2023–2026), funded by the Swedish Government and implemented through the SADC Parliamentary Forum and the Parliament of Zimbabwe. It supports the domestication of key regional legal instruments, including the SADC Model Laws on EradicatingChild Marriage and Protecting Children Already in Marriage (2016), Gender-Based Violence (2021), and Public Financial Management (2022). […]
- [Clerks urged to support SADC PF change into a SADC regional parliament](https://africanews24.com/clerks-urged-to-support-sadc-pf-change/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South AfricaThe Chairperson of the Committee of Clerks and Secretaries General of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), Mr. Xolile George, has highlighted the role of Clerks and Secretaries of national parliaments in transforming the Forum into a fully-fledged SADC Regional Parliament. Mr George, who is the Clerk of the Parliament of South Africa, did this on Tuesday when he officially opened a statutory meeting of the Committee under the theme “Ensuring Operational Continuity Post Elections in SADC Member States.” “We gather here as a special crop of Clerks and Secretaries to our national parliaments with […]
- [Sudan’s cholera outbreak soars as 5 million children, women face famine](https://africanews24.com/sudans-cholera-outbreak-soars-as-5-million/): Silence Charumbira Sudan is in the throes of a devastating cholera outbreak that has claimed thousands of lives in just a few months, with children bearing a grave share of the suffering. As of early this month, Khartoum State alone had recorded more than 22,380 of the over 80,000 total cases—1,665 of which involve children under five, according to Dr Bashir Kamal Eldin, Save the Children‘s Health and Nutrition Director. Across Sudan, children account for 21% of cholera admissions, highlighting a crisis that is swiftly turning into a catastrophe for the youngest and most vulnerable, he says. The rapid spread of the disease is […]
- [From the banks of the Congo River to the Xiangjiang River: How African youth are redefining their life paths](https://africanews24.com/how-african-youth-are-redefining-their-life-paths/): On June 12th, the 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Fair opened in Changsha, Hunan Province. This year’s expo features the Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville) as one of the guest countries, making Grace Boukete and his girlfriend Fausshela Gloire from Congo (Brazzaville) feel especially happy. Grace Boukete first visited Changsha in 2017 as a contestant in the Chinese Bridge Chinese Language Competition for World University Students. He was immediately captivated by the delicious Hunan cuisine, the picturesque Xiangjiang River, and the historic Yuelu Academy. He fondly remarked, “Hunan people have passion engraved in their genes!” Due to a shortage of […]
- [SADC PF committee sets the stage for rights-based regional development](https://africanews24.com/stage-set-for-rights-based-regional-development/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg A two-day induction and capacity-building session for the Standing Committee on Human and Social Development and Special Programmes (HSDSP) of the SADC Parliamentary Forum ended on Saturday with new members reaffirming commitment to people-centred development, ethical leadership, and regional integration. Held under the theme, “Ensuring Inclusive Human and Social Development at Parliamentary Level which Mirrors and Heightens the Implementation Capacity of SADC as an Institution”, the session drew together 10 Members of Parliament from 10  SADC countries, technical partners, civil society actors, and SADC Secretariat officials for deliberations on public health, SRHR, adolescent wellbeing, HIV prevention, […]
- [SADC MPs plot ending hunger through new Agrifood Alliance and right to food legislation](https://africanews24.com/mps-plot-ending-hunger-through-new-agrifood/): By Moses Magadza in Johannesburg, South Africa Parliamentarians from SADC Member States have concluded a high-level meeting and training toward transforming food systems and eradicating hunger in Southern Africa with strong commitments to legislative reforms, regional cooperation, and rights-based governance of agrifood systems. Convened from 22–24 July 2025, the inaugural meeting of the SADC Parliamentary Alliance on Agrifood Systems, Food Security and Nutrition, coupled with an intensive Subregional Training on Legislating the Right to Adequate Food, brought together lawmakers from Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of […]
- [The need for financial support and micro-lending inclusion for domestic workers and gardeners](https://africanews24.com/micro-lending-inclusion-for-domestic-workers/): Our Staff Domestic workers and gardeners contribute significantly in South Africa. Rising early, working long hours, and taking on essential roles from maintaining homes to cultivating green spaces, they enable other sectors of the economy to thrive. However, according to Atlas Finance regional manager, Katleho Komane, they remain largely invisible in financial systems that are not designed with them in mind. This exclusion, he opines, has real consequences. Many domestic workers and gardeners are the sole breadwinners for their families, and without access to fair, affordable financial services, they are often left with no choice but to turn to informal […]
- [Afreximbank to avail $75 million to Central Bank of The Gambia in a cross-currency swap](https://africanews24.com/afreximbank-to-avail-75-million-to-the-gambia/): The cross-currency swap is expected to support the construction and rehabilitation of both rural and urban road networks, reinforcing the Gambia’s commitment to building a more connected, productive and inclusive economy ABUJA, Nigeria – African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed an agreement to avail a US$75-million five-year cross-currency swap to the Central Bank of The Gambia (CBG) for the financing of strategic projects undertaken in The Gambia by the Government, through the National Roads Authority (NRA). The agreement, signed in Abuja, Nigeria, as part of activities to mark the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM2025) held from 25 to 28 June, provides […]
- [Hardy Pemhiwa, President and CEO of Cassava Technologies, ranked among the top 50 chief executives globally](https://africanews24.com/cassava-boss-in-top-50-chief-executives-globally/): This recognition not only honours his leadership but also reassures all Cassava employees of the strong and visionary leadership at the company’s helm Our Reporter JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, July 24, 2025/ – Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, is proud to announce that its President and Group Chief Executive Officer, Hardy Pemhiwa, has been recognised as one of the world’s top 50 chief executives driving digital infrastructure transformation. This global honour highlights his leadership in advancing connectivity and digital inclusion across Africa. Compiled by The Tech Capital, a leading digital infrastructure intelligence platform, the inaugural CEO 50 list […]
- [The UN at 80: Reform or be bypassed](https://africanews24.com/the-un-at-80-reform-or-be-bypassed/): By Robert Kayinamura This year, the United Nations turned 80. Whether it survives to 100 as a relevant institution depends on the willingness of both its Member States and the UN system to confront hard truths and embrace meaningful reform. Born from the ashes of World War II, the UN was designed to uphold peace, protect human rights, and unite nations. But today, it risks becoming a relic outpaced by climate shocks, digital divides, demographic shifts, and rising geopolitical fragmentation. As a Rwandan, I reflect on the UN with mixed emotions. In 1994, during the Genocide against the Tutsi, the […]
- [Call for legislative action on the right to food as SADC Parliamentary Alliance on Agrifood Systems grows](https://africanews24.com/sadc-parly-alliance-on-agrifood-systems/): By Moses Magadza and Angel Alessandri JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – The inaugural meeting of the SADC Parliamentary Alliance on Agrifood Systems, Food Security and Nutrition, began in Johannesburg on 22 July 2025 with the SADC Parliamentary Forum and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) calling for stronger parliamentary action to combat hunger, malnutrition, and build resilient agrifood systems across Southern Africa. Addressing delegates who included lawmakers from different SADC Member States, development partners, and technical experts, SADC PF Secretary General Ms Boemo Sekgoma noted that the meeting came at a time of global food crises exacerbated by […]
- [Witnessing the smoke-free dream: What awaits in the regulation of the Vapes Bill?](https://africanews24.com/witnessing-the-smoke-free-dream/): By Promise Marupeng recently in Poland and Switzerland Visiting Switzerland and Poland gives one an insight of what it looks like to have a smoke-free environment, particularly the eastern part of the Central Europe region. These countries are not far from Germany, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. They are also near Ukraine, Lithuania, and Russia. Poland and Switzerland now fall within the “developed countries” category because they have strong economies. Wealthy people are commonly found in this part of the world. Tourists often remark on the strength of the Euro compared to other currencies. Recently, I attended the Global Nicotine […]
- [From nursing to nation-building: Bennedicter Mhlongo’s radical reinvention as a farming visionary](https://africanews24.com/bennedicter-mhlongos-radical-reinvention/): By Duncan Mnisi MPUMALANGA, South Africa — When Bennedicter Mhlongo walked away from his nursing career in 2013, his community thought he was taking a gamble. What they didn’t know was that he was planting the seeds of a revolution, one that would challenge inherited assumptions about agriculture, reshape rural economies, and position farming as a force for justice, dignity, and transformation. Thirteen years later, Bennedicter is more than just a farmer; he’s a blueprint. From the quiet village of Roiboklagte in Acornhoek, he’s built Benica Farm, a thriving enterprise that feeds, mentors, and empowers. It’s become a ground zero […]
- [SADC PF urges Namibia to set up National Women’s Parliamentary Caucus and pledges support](https://africanews24.com/sadc-pf-urges-namibia-to-set-up-national-womens/): By Moses Magadza SWAKOPMUND, Namibia – The Secretary General of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), Ms Boemo Sekgoma, has advised Namibia to establish a National Women’s Parliamentary Caucus. Speaking at a high-level Roundtable on Women in Politics and Decision-Making Roles held in Swakopmund, Ms Sekgoma cautioned that the journey towards gender parity in politics requires both institutional muscle and sustained commitment. She applauded Namibia’s gender milestones, including the recent election of Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the country’s first female President, but stressed that political progress must be made impactful. “Women make up only 40% of the […]
- [Call for structural reform to boost women’s political power in Namibia and beyond](https://africanews24.com/call-for-reform-to-boost-womens-political-power/): By Moses Magadza in Swakopmund, Namibia An intergovernmental organisation that supports sustainable democracy globally has called for sustained action to dismantle systemic barriers impeding women’s full participation in political life. Mr Gram Matenga, the Regional Head of Programmes for Africa and West Asia at the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), made the call on Wednesday at the official opening of a high-level Roundtable on Women in Politics and Decision-Making Roles in Namibia. Matenga welcomed Namibia’s historic election of its first female President earlier this year, describing it as “an extraordinary achievement that resonates not only across […]
- [SASSCAL welcomes transition of GMES and Africa Programme to the African Space Agency](https://africanews24.com/africa-programme-to-the-african-space-agency/): Sharon KavhuWINDHOEK, Namibia – The Southern African Service Centre for Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL) has officially welcomed the transition of the GMES and Africa Programme to the African Space Agency (AfSA), marking a new chapter in the continent’s drive toward a unified and sustainable space strategy. The announcement was made by H.E. Dr. Tidiane Ouattara, President of the African Space Council of AfSA, and has been described as a strategic move by the African Union Commission to consolidate space-related programmes under a single continental authority. This transition is expected to foster improved coordination, long-term sustainability, and a stronger African […]
- [Minister advocates action to reverse decline in women’s parliamentary representation](https://africanews24.com/action-to-reverse-decline-in-womens-parly-rep/): From Moses Magadza in Swakopmund, Namibia Namibia’s Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, Honourable Dr Emma Kantema, has expressed concern over the declining number of women in the National Assembly and has called for urgent action to safeguard and strengthen gender equality in political leadership. The Minister made the remarks on Wednesday when she officially opened a capacity-building workshop for women in politics and decision-making in Swakopmund. She described the current representation of women in the National Assembly as a “call to action” rather than cause for celebration. “Despite historic strides, including the election of our first female President, […]
- [Proof that gender policies work? Look at Rwanda’s schools](https://africanews24.com/proof-that-gender-policies-work/): By Glory Iribagiza In 2008, Rwanda adopted the Girls’ Education Policy with the goal of closing the gender gap in education. Seventeen years later, the results are striking: girls are not just catching up; they are leading. Today, more Rwandan girls are completing primary and secondary school than boys, a reversal of trends seen in many parts of the world. Although girls are far less likely than boys to go to school at any education level in Sub-Saharan Africa, Rwanda’s enrollment has been far higher than the global average for several years now. UN data indicate that while 122 million […]
- [High-level women’s parliamentary roundtable to advance gender equality in politics underway](https://africanews24.com/parly-roundtable-to-advance-gender-equality/): By Moses Magadza in Swakopmund, Namibia A roundtable aimed at strengthening the leadership and decision-making capacities of women parliamentarians in Namibia officially opened on Tuesday in the Namibian coastal town of Swakopmund. The three-day event, themed “Women in Politics and Decision-Making Roles as Members of the National Assembly,” brings together female Members of the National Assembly for peer learning, mentorship, and strategic planning on gender-responsive governance. Notable among the delegates is the Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, Hon. Sanet Steenkamp, the Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture (MEIYSAC), the Secretary General of the SADC Parliamentary […]
- [Africa’s seat at the AI table begins here: Africa Tech Festival 2025 ](https://africanews24.com/africas-seat-at-the-ai-table-begins-here/): By Kadi Diallo, Portfolio Manager of Africa Tech Festival & Lead of The AI Summit Cape Town Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how industries and institutions operate. In healthcare, finance, education, and national security, AI enables faster decision-making and more efficient service delivery. Until now, most tools, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks have come from advanced economies. But Africa stands at a crucial turning point. Instead of simply adopting systems built for other contexts, African leaders have a chance to define a path that reflects the continent’s priorities, values, and development goals. At this year’s Africa Tech Festival, the continent’s leading and largest […]
- [Eastern DR Congo: The tree and the forest, peace beyond a single story](https://africanews24.com/eastern-dr-congo-the-tree-and-the-forest-peace/): The Imaginary Tree that Hides a Forest Despite being nearly 80 times smaller than the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda is often blamed for the instability and poverty that characterize the DRC. Accusers claim that the violent and illegal exploitation of Congolese natural resources is orchestrated by Rwanda and sold on global markets through networks linked to Rwanda. The dominant narrative in statements from the international media and the Congolese government focuses on the M23 rebel group and its alleged Rwandan support; both are accused of exploiting Congo’s resources and threatening its territorial integrity. This theory overlooks the […]

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