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Southern Africa
All the latest from Southern African countries: politics, economy, culture, society, and sports. This section gathers content focused on this key region of the continent.
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Thebe Magugu returns to Woolworths with ‘Lineage’, blending fashion and fragrance
Launched in South Africa for Heritage Month, the collaboration features three capsules of women's ready-to-wear and a fragrance inspired by the country's visual heritage. -
CAN 2027: Patson Daka and Fashion Sakala named in Zambia’s squad
George Lwandamina has called up 27 players to begin the qualifiers against Algeria and then Togo. Gamphani Lungu returns to the squad, while Ricky Chanda receives his first… -
Albinism: Skin changes that warrant medical advice
In South Africa, September is dedicated to raising awareness about albinism. This serves as a reminder of which skin changes should be promptly shown to a healthcare professional… -
South Africa: Oil prices cause rand to drop by over 1%
The South African currency fell by approximately 1.1% against the dollar on Monday, driven by rising oil prices and a stronger dollar ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's… -
Zambia: Hichilema reappoints Musokotwane as Finance Minister after reelection
The Zambian president has retained Situmbeko Musokotwane as head of Finance and National Planning as Lusaka seeks to finalize a new program with the IMF before the end… -
Barbra Banda extends contract with Orlando Pride until 2029
Zambian star Barbra Banda has signed a new deal with Orlando Pride through the end of the 2029 season. The 26-year-old forward has just increased her club record… -
Malawi: Parliament suspends 12 inquiries following Mutharika-Suleman meeting
The 12 commissions announced in early September remain stalled by the judiciary. The Office of the Speaker confirms they will not proceed while the judicial review is ongoing,… -
CAF Cup: Durban City beats Rukinzo 2-1 and advances 3-1 on aggregate
Durban City secured a 2-1 victory on Sunday in Bujumbura against Rukinzo. Having already won 1-0 in the first leg, the South African club advances to the second… -
South Africa: Equinix’s 170 MW data centers challenged on appeal
The approval granted for two Equinix data centers near Cape Town Airport is under appeal. The project, estimated at around 170 MW, raises concerns about water, electricity, and… -
South Africa: Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference opens in Cape Town
Parliamentarians and legislative leaders from the Commonwealth are gathering in Cape Town from September 13 to 19 for the 69th annual conference. Discussions will focus on international law,… -
South Africa: Mkhwanazi committee requests extension for its report
As of the September 11 deadline, the MPs handling the Mkhwanazi case had not completed their review of the testimonies and documents. Their chair has approached Thoko Didiza… -
Madagascar needs to mobilize $7.27 billion annually by 2030, according to the AfDB
The AfDB's 2026 Country Report highlights a significant funding need and urges Antananarivo to further diversify its domestic and external resources. -
South Africa: Malema vows to combat corruption in Mangaung
In Bloemfontein and then in the Northern Cape, Julius Malema outlined the EFF's municipal priorities ahead of the November 4 local elections, including the fight against corruption, water,… -
South Africa: Jabulile Majola unveils “Ipasi,” an album of 11 tracks
South African singer Jabulile Majola released "Ipasi" on September 11, 2026, a project of 11 tracks dedicated to identity, change, and personal experiences. -
BRICS: Three African countries endorse call for restraint in the Middle East
South Africa, Egypt, and Ethiopia, along with other BRICS members, adopted the New Delhi Declaration, which calls for restraint and diplomatic resolution of conflicts. -
Zambia: Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu face new sedition charges
Zambian police have added a charge of sedition against Brian Mundubile and Makebi Zulu, who are already detained at Mukobeko facing separate treason charges. -
Zambia: 1.2 million people at risk of acute food insecurity by March 2027
In Zambia, over 1.2 million people are expected to experience acute food insecurity between October 2026 and March 2027. The government has activated its contingency plans as El… -
Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa reorganizes several institutions and appoints an electoral commissioner
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has made a series of appointments and reassignments in the administration and several independent commissions, including the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission, effective immediately. -
Namibia: Opposition challenges Gerson Sindano’s validation to the ECN
The parliamentary validation of Gerson Sindano to chair the Electoral Commission of Namibia is being challenged by several opposition parties, which criticize the procedure followed and are considering… -
Zambia: Passports of six public figures revoked on national security grounds
Zambian authorities have revoked the passports of six public figures, including former lawmakers and a former diplomat, citing national security. Amnesty International is contesting the measure. -
Malawi: Norway to close its embassy in Lilongwe by July 2027
Oslo has decided to close its embassy in Malawi by the end of July 2027 as part of a reorganization of its diplomatic network, while announcing the continuation… -
Malawi: Government challenges legality of 12 parliamentary inquiries
The Malawian government is challenging National Assembly President Sameer Suleman's authority to unilaterally initiate 12 inquiries into public institutions while a judicial review process is underway. -
South Africa: IEC contests ANC appeal over 181 candidacies
The South African electoral commission argues in the Electoral Court that the ANC failed to finalize 181 candidacies on time in six municipalities and rejects the claim of… -
BRICS: Ramaphosa places multilateral reform at the heart of New Delhi summit
Arriving Friday in the Indian capital for the 18th BRICS summit, Cyril Ramaphosa aims to advance the reform of global institutions, African investment, and local processing of raw… -
South Africa: Grindstone launches $31.2 million fund for African startups
Grindstone Ventures has launched a 500 million rand fund, approximately $31.2 million, to support African tech startups from seed stage to Series A. -
South Africa: Six Nigerians extradited to the United States for online fraud
Six Nigerian nationals arrested in Cape Town in 2021 were handed over to U.S. authorities on Friday. They face charges in the United States for online scams and… -
Nigeria–South Africa: Parliament suspends official visits following anti-migrant violence
The Nigerian Parliament has indefinitely suspended its official visits to South Africa, citing violence against African migrants and the safety of its nationals. -
Africa: EXIM Prepares Nearly $100 Million Loan for Africell Networks
The U.S. export bank EXIM is preparing a loan of nearly $100 million to Africell to modernize its networks in Angola, Gambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and… -
Johannesburg to host its first Women’s Health Expo on September 12
The event organized on Saturday in Sandton will feature yoga, Pilates, and HIIT, beauty and nutrition booths, as well as meetings with wellness professionals. -
Angola: TotalEnergies announces Acacia-5, a new discovery in block 17
TotalEnergies announced on Thursday, September 10, a new oil discovery in Angola. The Acacia-5 well, drilled in block 17, is set to support the company's production while two…
