SADC Urges Fast-Tracking of Energy and Water Reforms Across Southern Africa

ENERGY DEVELOPMENT: The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Ministers Responsible for Energy and Water called for faster rollout of new power projects and stronger investment in regional transmission networks. Photo: SADC

Southern African ministers have called for urgent action to fast-track energy reforms and improve water security in the region, following a week-long high-level meeting that ended on 4 July in Harare. The Joint Meeting of SADC Ministers Responsible for Energy and Water brought together officials from across the region to assess progress and agree on… Continue reading SADC Urges Fast-Tracking of Energy and Water Reforms Across Southern Africa

Brutal Murder of 11-Year-Old Jayden-Lee Sparks Outrage as Mother Appears in Court

ACCUSED: Tiffany Nicole Meek, 31, appeared briefly in the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court on charges or alleged murder of her son. Image: X

South Africa is reeling from the brutal killing of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek, allegedly at the hands of his own mother — a tragedy that has once again highlighted the devastating levels of violence inflicted on children in the country. Tiffany Nicole Meek, 31, appeared briefly in the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court on Monday. She has been… Continue reading Brutal Murder of 11-Year-Old Jayden-Lee Sparks Outrage as Mother Appears in Court

Mozambique President Urges Stronger Parliamentary Diplomacy to Boost Mobility in Lusophone Community

FREE MOVEMENT: Mozambican President Daniel Chapo has called for a renewed commitment to parliamentary diplomacy to promote the free movement of citizens within the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP). Photo: Supplied

Mozambican President Daniel Chapo has called for a renewed commitment to parliamentary diplomacy to promote the free movement of citizens within the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP), as he opened the 14th Ordinary Session of the CPLP Parliamentary Assembly (AP-CPLP) in Maputo. Held under the theme “For Peace and Citizenship in the CPLP”, the session… Continue reading Mozambique President Urges Stronger Parliamentary Diplomacy to Boost Mobility in Lusophone Community

Orlando Pirates Sign Winger from TS Galaxy

Probably the busiest club in the local transfer market, Orlando Pirates have made another signing. This time, the Buccaneers have brought in winger Kamogelo Sebelebele from Mpumalanga side, TS Galaxy. “Orlando Pirates Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Kamogelo Sebelebele,” confirmed the club in a statement on Monday afternoon. “The 22-year-old winger… Continue reading Orlando Pirates Sign Winger from TS Galaxy

Think Tank Report Highlights China’s Poverty Alleviation Experience

This photo taken on July 9, 2025 shows copies of a report titled "Striving for a Better Life for the People: China's Practical and Theoretical Innovations in Consolidating and Expanding Poverty Alleviation Achievement". Xinhua Institute, a national high-level think tank of Xinhua News Agency, on Friday released the report on China's poverty reduction experience. (Xinhua/Chen Yehua)

BEIJING — Xinhua Institute, a national high-level think tank of Xinhua News Agency, on Friday released a report on China’s poverty reduction experience. The report, titled “Striving for a Better Life for the People: China’s Practical and Theoretical Innovations in Consolidating and Expanding Poverty Alleviation Achievement,” was officially launched in Chinese and English versions concurrently… Continue reading Think Tank Report Highlights China’s Poverty Alleviation Experience

Banyana Banyana Aim for Top Spot

TOP SPOT: Banyana Banyana will look to maintain their top position in Group C when they meet Mali in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Monday. Photo: Banyana Banyana

Banyana Banyana will look to maintain their top position in Group C when they meet Mali in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Monday. South Africa’s women’s senior national team is guaranteed a place in the quarter-finals, but the top spot in their group is still up for grabs. Banyana and Mali are… Continue reading Banyana Banyana Aim for Top Spot

UAE Donates ICU Ventilators and Medical Supplies to Boost Zimbabwe’s Health Sector

DONATION: Zimbabwe has received a donation of medical equipment, including 74 ICU ventilators and 34 tonnes of essential medical supplies, worth US$700,000 from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Photo: Supplied

Zimbabwe’s public health system has received a donation of medical equipment worth US$700,000 from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), aimed at improving emergency care and saving lives across the country. The donation, which includes 74 ICU ventilators and 34 tonnes of essential medical supplies, was officially handed over on Thursday, 10 July 2025, in Harare.… Continue reading UAE Donates ICU Ventilators and Medical Supplies to Boost Zimbabwe’s Health Sector

Ramaphosa’s Commission Sparks Outrage: ‘We Can’t Afford Another Zondo Waste’

OUTRAGE: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave and appoint a judicial commission of inquiry into alleged criminal infiltration of the state has sparked a firestorm of political and civil backlash. Photo: RSA Presidency

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave and appoint a judicial commission of inquiry into alleged criminal infiltration of the state has sparked a firestorm of political and civil backlash, with critics warning the country cannot afford “another Zondo-style dead end.” Ramaphosa announced on Sunday night that Mchunu would… Continue reading Ramaphosa’s Commission Sparks Outrage: ‘We Can’t Afford Another Zondo Waste’

Rulani Mokwena Returns to North Africa

Algerian champions Mouloudia Club d’Alger have roped in South African mentor Rulani Mokwena as their new head coach. The 38-year-old had been biding his time for a new job since leaving Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca a couple of months ago. While waiting for the “right project,” Mokwena reportedly turned down offers from Saudi Arabia’s second-tier… Continue reading Rulani Mokwena Returns to North Africa

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