South African Opposition Leader Floyd Shivambu Resigns from EFF to Join Zuma's MK Party
Shivambu’s departure is a significant blow to the EFF, as the MK party has gained momentum, becoming the third-largest party in South Africa’s parliament.
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Identity Theft Allegations Cloud Miss South Africa 2024 Contestant Chilima Adetshina
The South African government has launched an investigation into allegations that the mother of Miss South Africa 2024 contestant, Chilima Adetshina, may have committed identity theft.
Beloved South African Actress Connie Chiume Dies at 72, Leaving a Rich Legacy in Film and Television
Connie Chiume, a celebrated South African actress known for her roles in both local television and international blockbusters, has died at the age of 72.
The Top 10 African Countries with Exemplary Healthcare Systems
Over the past few decades, several African nations have made significant strides in improving healthcare delivery, with some even rivaling global standards.
Xenophobia Taints Miss South Africa Pageant as Nigerian-South African Finalist Faces Backlash
Miss South Africa finalist Chidimma Adetshina faces xenophobic attacks due to Nigerian heritage Online petition and social media outrage call for her removal from the competition
95 Libyans Arrested in Raid on Suspected Military Training Camp in South Africa Appear in Court
Ninety-five Libyan nationals, apprehended on Friday during a raid on a suspected secret military training camp, appeared in court in Gauteng, South Africa, on Monday. The arrests took place outside the town of White River, approximately 360km (220 miles) east of Johannesburg.
Former South African President Jacob Zuma Expelled from ANC After Backing Rival Party
Jacob Zuma, the former President of South Africa, has been expelled from the African National Congress (ANC) following his support for a rival party during the parliamentary election in May, the ANC announced on Monday.
South African Police Arrest 95 Libyan Nationals in Raid on Suspected Secret Military Training Camp
South African police arrested 95 Libyan nationals at a suspected secret military training camp in White River, Mpumalanga province. The Libyans claimed they entered on study visas to train as security guards, but evidence suggested military training.
South Africa Appoints First Female Chief Justice
President Cyril Ramaphosa named Mandisa Maya, the current deputy chief justice, as the new chief justice, starting her term on Sept. 1. Maya, 60, previously served as the judge president of the Supreme Court of Appeal and was the first Black woman appointed to this position.
South Africa's DA Sues ANC Over Pre-Election Speech by President Ramaphosa!
South Africa’s Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken the African National Congress (ANC) to court over a speech given by President Cyril Ramaphosa before the May election. The DA alleges that Ramaphosa used his presidential address for election campaigning, which they claim is an abuse of office.
Massive Meth Bust in South Africa: Industrial-Scale Lab Uncovered, Four Arrested
South African police uncovered an industrial-scale meth lab on a farm in Limpopo, arresting four suspects, including two Mexicans. Authorities found chemicals used in meth production, with a street value of 2 billion rand ($109.5m).
Zambia President Fires Entire Anti-Corruption Board For Being Corrupt
President Hakinde Hichilema fired the entire ACC board amid corruption allegations. ACC head Thom Shamakamba and solicitor-general Marshal Muchende, both accused of taking kickbacks, deny the allegations.
Zambian Boys Rescued from Unauthorized Circumcision Camp
Forty-eight boys in Zambia were rescued from an unauthorized male circumcision camp after parents complained of abductions. Some boys suffered medical complications, including one with bilharzia, and a boy on HIV medication missed his anti-retroviral drugs for two weeks.
Impeached Judge Leads South Africa's Opposition in Parliament
John Hlophe, recently impeached as a judge, has been appointed Leader of the Opposition in South Africa's parliament. Hlophe's appointment as Leader of the Opposition comes as his party, uMkhonto weSizwe (MK), led by Zuma, became the third-largest in parliament.
Namibian Government Denies Visa Extension for Buganda King Ronald Mutebi II
The Namibian Government denied a visa extension request for King Ronald Mutebi II of Uganda's Buganda Kingdom, who is in Namibia for medical treatment.
Gambia's Parliament Upholds Ban on Female Genital Mutilation
Gambia's parliament on Monday rejected a bill that sought to overturn the country's ban on female genital mutilation (FGM).