African Political Affairs
Kenya Faces Escalating Hunger Crisis as Fifth Consecutive Rainy Season Fails Across Arid Regions
The humanitarian situation in Kenya has reached a critical inflection point as 3.3 million residents across the nation’s arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) face acute food insecurity. Just four years after the conclusion of a devastating multi-year drought, the region is once again grappling with the consequences of successive failed rainy seasons. Current projections from […]
Colombia and the Netherlands to Host Landmark Global Conference on Fossil Fuel Transition in Santa Marta to Build Momentum for COP31
The Caribbean coastal city of Santa Marta is set to become the focal point of international climate diplomacy this April as Colombia and the Netherlands co-host the First Conference on the Transition Away from Fossil Fuels. This landmark gathering represents a strategic effort to revitalize global momentum for a structured phase-out of coal, oil, and […]
Minister of Works David Umahi Inaugurates Strategic Committee to Oversee Logistics for the 2026 All Progressives Congress National Convention
The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, formally inaugurated the Accommodation and Transportation Committee on Tuesday, marking a pivotal transition in the All Progressives Congress (APC) preparations for its 2026 National Convention. Scheduled for March 27 and 28, 2026, in Abuja, the event is widely regarded as a watershed moment for Nigeria’s ruling party, necessitating […]
Jennifer Adighije Champions Inclusive Growth and Gender Equity at Niger Delta Power Holding Company
The Niger Delta Power Holding Company has reaffirmed its commitment to cultivating a gender-inclusive corporate environment, signaling a pivotal shift in the leadership culture of one of Nigeria’s most critical infrastructure entities. During a ceremony commemorating International Women’s Day 2026, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Adighije, articulated a vision for the organization […]
Galatasaray seize slender advantage over Liverpool in Champions League Round of 16 first leg thriller
The atmospheric confines of the Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex in Istanbul served as the backdrop for a tactical masterclass on Tuesday night, as Galatasaray secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the opening leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 encounter. The solitary goal of the evening, orchestrated by the industrious […]
Iran Defends Military Strikes on US Installations as Legitimate Self-Defense Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
The Iranian embassy in South Africa has firmly defended Tehran’s decision to target American military installations, asserting that these actions are a legitimate exercise of self-defense under international law amidst a rapidly escalating confrontation with the United States and Israel. Ambassador Mansour Shakib Mehr, speaking at a press briefing in Pretoria, emphasized that Iran’s military […]
Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota, A Steadfast Advocate for Democracy and Non-Racialism, Passes Away at 77
South Africa has lost a pivotal figure in its struggle for liberation and a dedicated public servant with the passing of Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota, a co-founder of the Congress of the People (Cope) and a veteran anti-apartheid activist. Lekota died at the age of 77 after a protracted illness, his eldest son and family spokesperson, […]
The PM27 Savumelana Campaign Faces ANC Scrutiny Amidst Growing Support for Patrice Motsepe
The African National Congress (ANC) finds itself grappling with an increasingly vocal and organised campaign advocating for billionaire businessman Patrice Motsepe to potentially lead the party, despite explicit directives from the National Executive Committee (NEC) against premature leadership campaigning. The "PM27 Savumelana" initiative, named after Motsepe and the year of the party’s next elective conference, […]
Gauteng Provincial Legislature Receives R3.3 Billion Boost Over Medium-Term Expenditure Framework
Gauteng Finance MEC Lebogang Maile has unveiled a substantial budgetary allocation for the province, earmarking R179 billion for the upcoming fiscal period, a notable increase of R3.6 billion from the previous year’s allocation. A significant portion of this budget, R1.4 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year, is designated for the Gauteng provincial legislature, escalating to […]