Foreigners Dominate 7th Edition of Beira Marathon

DOMINANT: Foreign athletes have asserted their dominance at the 7th edition of the Légua da Beira (Beira Marathon), held on Saturday. Photo: Mozambican Athletics Federation

Foreign athletes once again asserted their dominance at the 7th edition of the Légua da Beira (Beira Marathon), held on Saturday, with more than 3,000 runners from various categories taking part. South African runner Abednico Mashaba clinched victory in the men’s category, while Zimbabwean athlete Neriah Maganzo took the top spot in the women’s race.… Continue reading Foreigners Dominate 7th Edition of Beira Marathon

Mozambique Issues Warning Over Possible Contamination of Limpopo River Water

MOZAMBIQUE’S Southern Regional Water Administration (ARA-Sul) has issued a warning regarding a potential contamination of the Limpopo River, which flows through four African countries. Authorities say water samples are currently being collected for laboratory analysis. “The water displays a greenish hue, a discolouration reported from upstream areas in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana, extending downstream… Continue reading Mozambique Issues Warning Over Possible Contamination of Limpopo River Water

‘Animal Farm’ Politics? ANC Defends Mchunu’s Stay as Party Cracks Widen

BACKLASH: President Cyril Ramaphosa with Senzo Mchunu and other members of the ANC NEC in Cape Town on 20 July 2025. ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula's announcement that embattled Police Minister Senzo Mchunu would not be required to step aside has triggered fierce public backlash, with critics pointing to what they call the “Animal Farm logic” of the ruling party. Photo: ANC

Accusations of double standards and factional favouritism are once again plaguing the African National Congress (ANC), after its Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula confirmed that embattled Police Minister Senzo Mchunu would not be required to step aside from party duties — despite being placed on special leave by President Cyril Ramaphosa amid a serious judicial inquiry. The… Continue reading ‘Animal Farm’ Politics? ANC Defends Mchunu’s Stay as Party Cracks Widen

Upholding Cultural Subjectivity Amid the Dynamic Interplay of World Cultures: The Spiritual Cornerstone of China’s Path to Modernisation

Guests attend the "Hongting Forum: Meeting of Civilizations between China and Mexico" in Mexico City, capital of Mexico, July 18, 2025. (Photo by Francisco Canedo/Xinhua)

https://chinaview.xhinst.net/Views/20250718/19437853_Upholding-Cultural-Subjectivity-Amid-the-Dynamic-Interplay-of-World-Cultures-The-Spiritual-Cornerstone-of-Chinas-Path-to-Modernization.html African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

Nasreddine Nabi in Buoyant Mood Ahead of New Season

OPTIMISTIC: Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi is convinced the team will be better this season. Photo: Kaizer Chiefs

“I feel absolutely optimistic about the upcoming season.” With these words, Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi is convinced the team will be better this season. The Tunisian is in his second season with the club. Last season, Chiefs ended their trophy drought by winning the Nedbank Cup but finished outside the top eight in the… Continue reading Nasreddine Nabi in Buoyant Mood Ahead of New Season

Forum on China-Mexico Civilization Dialogue Held in Mexico

Guests attend the "Hongting Forum: Meeting of Civilizations between China and Mexico" in Mexico City, capital of Mexico, July 18, 2025. (Photo by Francisco Canedo/Xinhua)

Mexico City – A forum on China-Mexico civilization exchanges and mutual learning was held here Friday, where participants agreed that China-Mexico civilization exchanges and mutual learning, as well as cultural and people-to-people ties are deepening. At the “Hongting Forum: Meeting of Civilizations between China and Mexico,” the participants emphasized the need to strengthen traditional friendship,… Continue reading Forum on China-Mexico Civilization Dialogue Held in Mexico

Chiefs and Kappa Launch African-Inspired Kits

Kaizer Chiefs marketing and commercial director Jessica Motaung says the club expects an even “better response” to Amakhosi’s new home and away kits than last year. Motaung was reacting as Chiefs launched the kits on Monday morning. “The process of designing and selecting the kits for the team during our first two seasons with Kappa… Continue reading Chiefs and Kappa Launch African-Inspired Kits

How Commissions in South Africa Perpetuate Systemic Violence and Delay Justice

FALSE OBJECTIVITY: The author argues that judicial appointments cloak commissions in false objectivity and often obscure underlying political complexities and power struggles. Photo: OCJ

Former EFF politician Mbuyiseni Ndlozi argues that a president cannot find anyone guilty, advocating instead for proper judicial commissions of inquiry, led by a judge, with strict timelines. He deems this “PROPER” for a democracy. However, the subsequent analysis of South African commissions reveals how they often fall short of this ideal, instead perpetuating systemic… Continue reading How Commissions in South Africa Perpetuate Systemic Violence and Delay Justice

Mozambique Mpox Cases Rise to 13 as Health Authorities Minitor Situation

OUTBREAK: The Mozambican government has confirmed that all three mpox (monkeypox) cases recently detected in Niassa province were imported from Malawi. Photo: WHO

Mozambican health authorities have reported a total of 13 positive Mpox cases from 37 individuals tested nationwide, raising concerns over the potential spread of the disease. The figures were disclosed on Sunday by the Ministry of Health. This tally upped from the six on Saturday. According to the latest update, 15 people are currently in… Continue reading Mozambique Mpox Cases Rise to 13 as Health Authorities Minitor Situation

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’ Dies After 20 Years in Coma

Riyadh, 20 July 2025 — Prince Al Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, widely known as the “Sleeping Prince” of Saudi Arabia, has died after spending more than 20 years in a coma caused by a tragic road accident in London. He was 35. The prince passed away on Saturday, 19 July, at a… Continue reading Saudi Arabia’s ‘Sleeping Prince’ Dies After 20 Years in Coma

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