south africa
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One of widows of South Africa’s Zulu king launches legal succession bid
King Goodwill Zwelithini died in March last year at age 72 leaving behind six wives and at least 28 children.
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Man suspected of starting fire at South Africa’s Parliament charged with terrorism
Zandile Mafe was initially charged with breaking into parliament, arson and intention to steal property, including laptops, crockery and documents.
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South African graft whistleblower fears for life
Whistleblower says he is “in danger” following publication of a report into alleged state corruption under ex-president Jacob Zuma.
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South Africa report on Jacob Zuma era corruption is handed over
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has in the past vowed to root out graft and financial sleaze.
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Botswana’s President tests positive for COVID-19
Vice President Slumber Tsogwane will replace the president until further notice.
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Desmond Tutu, Padre na mwanaharakati mkuu
Tutu alistaafu mwaka wa 1996 na kuongoza safari ya kupata ukweli kama mkuu wa Tume ya Ukweli na Maridhiano, ambayo iliweka wazi maovu ya utawala wa kibaguzi.
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African Leaders Call for More Investment in Healthcare
Africa has seen economic growth in the past few years but spending by governments on health has rarely increased.
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Former South African President, Jacob Zuma, is ordered back to prison
The decision to place Zuma on medical parole has been “declared unlawful and set aside”.
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Kenya detects first cases of Omicron COVID-19 Variant
Kenya’s Health ministry says any measures taken against Omicron will be based on science.
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Rwanda reports first cases of fast-spreading Omicron COVID-19 variant
Visitors will now be required to quarantine for three days instead of the current 24 hours.
