Africa50 Chief Executive Officer, Alain Ebobissé, has called on African nations to take the lead in addressing the continent’s infrastructure challenges, emphasising that the means to close the gap are already within Africa’s reach. Speaking in Maputo on Wednesday during Africa50’s annual general meeting, held under the theme “Mozambique and Africa50: Uniting Infrastructure, Connecting Continents… Continue reading Africa50 Urges African-Led Solutions to Infrastructure Gaps
The Power of Words: A Turning Point for Political Discourse in South Africa
In a landmark ruling, the Gauteng High Court has sent a clear and powerful message: hate speech, even when disguised as political rhetoric, has no place in public discourse. The case between EFF President Julius Malema and Patriotic Alliance (PA) Deputy President Kenny Kunene, one that has captured the attention of South Africans and beyond,… Continue reading The Power of Words: A Turning Point for Political Discourse in South Africa
Paris Saint-Germain Bags Super Cup
French club Paris Saint-Germain has won the UEFA Super Cup for the first time in its history. The UEFA Champions League winners met Tottenham Hotspur, champions of the Europa League, in Udine, Italy, on Wednesday. The clash was settled on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation time. With a 4-3 penalty shootout victory in… Continue reading Paris Saint-Germain Bags Super Cup
War for the Streets: Maponya Mall Becomes Latest Frontline in Taxi–E-Hailing Clash
Soweto woke up on Thursday morning to the smell of burnt metal and the echo of gunfire still haunting the night. Outside Maponya Mall, a charred shell of what was once a working man’s livelihood stood as a grim reminder of how far the long-running war between minibus taxi operators and e-hailing drivers has spiralled.… Continue reading War for the Streets: Maponya Mall Becomes Latest Frontline in Taxi–E-Hailing Clash
Lorch Pens Permanent Deal with Wydad
Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca have finally succeeded in luring Thembinkosi Lorch back to North Africa. For the past few weeks, Wydad has been engaged in talks with Mamelodi Sundowns for Lorch’s permanent switch following his impressive loan spell at the Red Castle. Lorch’s initial loan deal ran out on 31 July, but Wydad was keen… Continue reading Lorch Pens Permanent Deal with Wydad
Khumalo and Crime Intelligence Chiefs in Court as SAPS Integrity Crisis Deepens
The high-profile fraud and corruption case against South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Intelligence boss Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo and six of his co-accused has been postponed to 8 September 2025 for further disclosure of particulars, consultations, and the setting of a date for transfer to the regional court. Khumalo, who serves as the Divisional… Continue reading Khumalo and Crime Intelligence Chiefs in Court as SAPS Integrity Crisis Deepens
Asanele Velebayi Made to Wait for Chiefs Debut
Cape Town Spurs are fighting back in a bid to retain winger Asanele Velebayi. The 22-year-old was declared a free agent by the Premier Soccer League Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC) on the basis that Spurs, who were relegated to the ABC Motsepe League, are now an amateur team and their “professional contract” with Velebayi is… Continue reading Asanele Velebayi Made to Wait for Chiefs Debut
Viral Video of Women Being Beaten by Foreign Nationals Sparks Outrage – but Police Remain Silent
A disturbing video showing two women being brutally assaulted by men believed to be foreign nationals has ignited nationwide outrage and renewed calls for urgent action against gender-based violence (GBV). The footage, widely circulated on social media over the past few days, shows two men (Nigerian accent) slapping, punching, and dragging the women while accusing… Continue reading Viral Video of Women Being Beaten by Foreign Nationals Sparks Outrage – but Police Remain Silent
Elias Mokwana on Knife Edge at Espérance
Bafana Bafana winger Elias Mokwana is set to depart Espérance, a year into his three-year contract with the Tunisian club. African Times has established that Espérance has been looking to offload Mokwana or the Brazilian, Rodrigo Rodrigues Silva. Club insiders firmly believe they can ease their wage bill by getting rid of either Mokwana or… Continue reading Elias Mokwana on Knife Edge at Espérance
Blow for National Dialogue as ActionSA Pulls Out, GOOD Party Urges Staying the Course
The upcoming first National Convention of South Africa’s National Dialogue has been dealt another blow, with ActionSA announcing it will withdraw from full participation just days before the event, citing unresolved concerns over funding transparency, legal oversight, and political legitimacy. Despite stepping back, ActionSA will send two Members of Parliament — Dr Kgosi Letlape and… Continue reading Blow for National Dialogue as ActionSA Pulls Out, GOOD Party Urges Staying the Course