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Shivambu Criticizes DA’s Campaign Tactics Following MK Party’s Victory in eThekwini By-Election

 Floyd Shivambu, Secretary-General of the uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) Party, has accused the Democratic Alliance (DA) of employing negative campaigning during the recent Ward 110 by-election in eThekwini. Despite these tactics, the MK Party secured a narrow victory, garnering 2,435 votes to the DA's 2,413, with the African National Congress (ANC) t...

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Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend

As the Easter weekend approaches, the City of Cape Town's Traffic Department has announced an increased deployment of officers to ensure road safety during the anticipated surge in holiday travel. The department's initiative, known as Operation Exodus, offers free vehicle safety checks for long-distance public transport operators. These checks focu...

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SA Faces Health Research Crisis After US Funding Cuts

 South Africa's health research sector is under severe threat following the termination of major US funding streams, particularly from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The move forms part of US President Donald Trump's efforts to cut federal spending and end support for programmes focused on diversity, LGBTQ+ populations, and global eq...

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Africa doesn’t need aid. It needs control over its critical minerals

 The decision of US President Donald Trump's administration to suspend foreign aid and shut down the USAID agency has sent shockwaves across the development industry. In 2024, nearly a third of the $41bn in US foreign aid went to Africa, helping support various sectors from healthcare to education and sanitation. But as aid organisations sound...

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Ramaphosa Calls for Urgent WTO Reform Amid Escalating Global Tariff Crisis

 President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed his calls for urgent reform of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in response to escalating global trade tensions and tariff disputes. Speaking during the 30th-anniversary commemoration of the WTO on Thursday, Ramaphosa highlighted significant shortcomings in the current global trading system, stressing t...

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Verstappen Conjures Up Stunning Pole Lap At Suzuka

 World champion Max Verstappen took pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix on Saturday, stunning the McLarens with a late flying lap to put his Red Bull at the front of the grid for the fourth year in a row at Suzuka. The McLarens of championship leader Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have dominated qualifying so far this season and looked l...

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Powering AI with Purpose: The Race for Data Equity and Sovereignty

 In one of the most critical sessions of the Global AI Summit Africa 2025, titled "Data: A Strategic Imperative for Adoption, Equity, and Sovereignty," leaders from across sectors converged to explore the foundational role of data in Africa's digital future. Moderated by Isobel Acquah, Executive Director of the Certa Foundation, the conversati...

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ActionSA’s Participation in Government of National Unity Contingent on VAT Hike Reversal

 ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has stated that the party will not consider joining the Government of National Unity (GNU) unless the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase is withdrawn. Despite supporting the African National Congress (ANC) in passing the fiscal framework in Parliament, Mashaba emphasized that addressing the VAT hike and inc...

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Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits

 Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding across Cape Town, impacting multiple neighborhoods and causing substantial disruptions. Areas such as Table View, Wynberg, and Parow have reported severe inundation, with numerous vehicles submerged and roadways rendered impassable. The City's Disaster Risk Management spokesperson, Charlotte Powe...

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How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research

 In the heart of Accra, Ghana, a groundbreaking initiative is reshaping the landscape of global cancer research. Yaw Bediako, a Ghanaian immunologist, has taken a monumental step in addressing a long-ignored gap in medical science. After losing his father to liver cancer, Bediako dedicated himself to changing the narrative of cancer research o...

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Nigeria's Forex Inflow Surged to $17.4 Billion in Q4 2024

 In the fourth quarter of 2024, Nigeria witnessed a remarkable surge in its foreign exchange inflow, reaching an impressive $17.39 billion. This significant increase was primarily driven by a substantial 47.55% rise in autonomous inflows, which include remittances, exports, and foreign investments. These autonomous sources played a key role in...

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MTN Makes History with Africa’s First Satellite Phone Call

 In a groundbreaking trial, MTN South Africa and US-based Lynk Global successfully conducted Africa's first satellite-to-smartphone voice call on 27 March in Vryburg, using a standard mobile device linked to a low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite. This historic connection, approved by South Africa's communications regulator, signals a potential bre...

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Weevils tackle invasive Salvinia in South Africa

 This thick green mat extends for as far as the eye can see, it's an unwanted, invasive South American aquatic plant species called Salvinia minima. Hidden beneath it is South Africa's Hartbeespoort Dam near Johannesburg, an important source of irrigation for nearby farms and a popular recreation site. This is also the site of the pilot projec...

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Myanmar earthquake hampers aid efforts amid crisis

 Emergency rescue teams on Sunday began trickling into the area of Myanmar hardest hit by a massive earthquake that killed more than 1,600 people. But their efforts were hindered by buckled roads, downed bridges, spotty communications and the challenges of operating in a country in the midst of a civil war.The 7.7 magnitude quake hit midday Fr...

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Major Nigerian Oil Pipeline Resumes Operations After Explosion

 Nigeria's vital Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) is back in operation after a blast last week temporarily halted flows, according to Renaissance Group. The pipeline, which transports up to 450,000 barrels of Bonny Light crude per day, is a key export route for Africa's largest oil producer, accounting for about 15% of Nigeria's daily output.  ...

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500-Year-Old Shipwreck Discovered in Namibian Desert Yields Treasure Trove

In 2008, diamond miners in Namibia's desert uncovered the Bom Jesus, a Portuguese ship lost in 1533 enroute to India. The wreck contained approximately 2,000 gold coins and tens of thousands of pounds of copper ingots, all remarkably well-preserved.  Additional artifacts included bronze bowls, cannons, navigational instruments, and elephant tu...

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Namibia’s First Female President Pledges Economic Diversification and Job Creation

On March 21, 2025, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was inaugurated as Namibia's first female president, marking a historic milestone for the nation. In her inaugural address, she emphasized plans to diversify the economy beyond its traditional reliance on natural resources.  A key component of this strategy includes boosting investments in the agricult...

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Ivory Coast’s Economic Revival Sparks Hope for a Second Miracle

 Ivory Coast, once scarred by civil wars, is now on the path to significant economic revival, igniting hopes for a second miracle similar to the prosperous era of the 1980s. With a population of 31 million, the nation stands out in a region that has been grappling with instability and rising inflation. Bernard Ayitee, a hedge-fund manager with...

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AI Rapid Growth Risks Widening Africa’s Digital Divide

 Africa is facing a significant challenge as it attempts to keep pace with the rapid growth of artificial intelligence. The continent's limited digital infrastructure is a major barrier that could result in it lagging behind other regions in the AI revolution. David Martinon, the French Ambassador to South Africa, has highlighted the critical ...

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South Africa Pushes for Formula One Comeback

 After a long absence of more than three decades, the excitement surrounding the prospect of Formula One returning to Africa is palpable. South Africa is making significant strides to host a Grand Prix in 2027, marking a potential resurgence of high-speed motorsport on the continent. Should Pretoria's bid be successful, the thrilling competiti...

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