In a shock move, Steve Barker has left Stellenbosch FC to join Tanzanian club, Simba SC, as their new Head Coach. Simba made the announcement late on Friday, ending speculation on the future of Barker, with the Cape outfit. Stellenbosch FC have also confirmed Barker’s departure. “A farewell message to a man who truly embodied… Continue reading Steve Barker Leaves Stellenbosch After Eight Years
Author: HENDRICK TSHWEU
South African Airways and Emirates Strengthen Partnership at Dubai Airshow
In a move to bolster aviation links between South Africa and the world, South African Airways (SAA) and Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand their codesharing agreement and explore deeper collaboration in loyalty programmes and cargo operations. According to a statement released, the MoU was signed by Professor John Lamola, Group… Continue reading South African Airways and Emirates Strengthen Partnership at Dubai Airshow
African Union Celebrates Kenyan Professor Phoebe Okowa’s Election to International Court of Justice
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has congratulated Kenyan Professor Phoebe Okowa on her historic election to the International Court of Justice (ICJ). In a statement, the AU Commission Chairperson said Professor Okowa’s achievement “is a proud moment for Africa and a testament to the continent’s growing contribution to the strengthening… Continue reading African Union Celebrates Kenyan Professor Phoebe Okowa’s Election to International Court of Justice
Building Bridges: UAE Young Innovators Dialogue Creates Gateway to Growth for South Africa’s Young Entrepreneurs
In a significant step to deepen economic ties and foster youth-driven innovation, the Young Innovators Dialogue, hosted by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in South Africa, has created a pivotal platform connecting the country’s emerging entrepreneurs with opportunities in the UAE. The event, held in Sandton, Johannesburg, on Tuesday, brought together young… Continue reading Building Bridges: UAE Young Innovators Dialogue Creates Gateway to Growth for South Africa’s Young Entrepreneurs
Unisa Launches Pioneering Multisectoral Forum at G20 Africa Investment Summit
The University of South Africa (Unisa) made history on 25 April 2025 by hosting the launch of the Academia-Public-Private-Diplomatic Corps Forum at the G20 Africa Investment Summit (AIS), a first-of-its-kind initiative to unite universities, governments, businesses, and diplomats in advancing Africa’s economic transformation. Themed “The Road to G20 Through Research, Innovation, and Collaboration in the… Continue reading Unisa Launches Pioneering Multisectoral Forum at G20 Africa Investment Summit
UNISA Students March Against GBV, Demand Action After Alleged Rape of 7-Year-Old at Eastern Cape School
University of South Africa (UNISA) students marched to the institution’s main campus in Pretoria on Friday, 4 April 2025, demanding urgent institutional action against gender-based violence (GBV) following the alleged rape of 7-year-old Cwecwe at Bergview College in Matatiele, Eastern Cape. The march, which began at Sunnyside Police Station, saw students deliver a memorandum demanding… Continue reading UNISA Students March Against GBV, Demand Action After Alleged Rape of 7-Year-Old at Eastern Cape School
Russian Giant Nornickel Unveils Plan to Reshape Africa’s PGM Market
Nornickel (Norilsk Nickel), the world’s largest palladium producer, has unveiled an ambitious strategy to expand the metal’s role in high-tech industries, particularly in the fields of energy, electronics, and green technology, at the 8th annual PGMs Industry Day in Johannesburg. The event, held on 3 April 2025 and chaired by industry veteran Bernard Swanepoel, brought… Continue reading Russian Giant Nornickel Unveils Plan to Reshape Africa’s PGM Market
UNISA Strengthens International Partnerships with Hungarian Universities
UNISA has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Óbuda University in Hungary to boost collaboration in engineering and technology disciplines that are central to Unisa’s 10 catalytic niche areas. This follows a similar deal signed earlier in 2025 with Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary’s oldest and largest university. The agreements were finalised during the Hungarian-South… Continue reading UNISA Strengthens International Partnerships with Hungarian Universities
UNISA hosts 2025 Water Imbizo, Seeks Solutions to South Africa’s Water Crisis
The University of South Africa (UNISA), in collaboration with the Water Research Commission (WRC) and the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), hosted the 2025 Water Imbizo on Tuesday, 25 March 2025, under the theme “Forging Collective Solutions Towards the South African Water Crisis.” Held during National Water Week, the event brought together academics, researchers… Continue reading UNISA hosts 2025 Water Imbizo, Seeks Solutions to South Africa’s Water Crisis
Rwanda Cuts Ties With Belgium, Expels Diplomats
The Government of Rwanda has severed diplomatic relations with Belgium, effective immediately, and instructed all Brussels’ diplomats to leave the East African country within 48 hours. In a media statement on Monday, 17 March 2025, Rwanda accused Belgium of having “consistently undermined Rwanda, both well before and during the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic… Continue reading Rwanda Cuts Ties With Belgium, Expels Diplomats