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The latest reporting from across the African continent
South Africa
South Africa Strengthens Community Mental Health Services Through Expanded Primary Care
South Africa is expanding community-based mental health services through stronger primary …
South Africa
South Africa's Automotive Industry Gains Momentum as Toyota Launches New Hilux Production
South Africa’s automotive sector has received a major boost after Toyota officially began …
South Africa
South Africa Expands AI Innovation Centres to Strengthen Digital Economy
South Africa is expanding its AI skills and digital innovation ecosystem through newly ann…
South Africa
South Africa Advances Electoral Reform Consultations to Strengthen Democratic Representation
South Africa has entered a new phase of electoral reform consultations, bringing together …
South Africa
BREAKING: South Africa Announces Four New Provincial Police Commissioners
South Africa has confirmed the appointment of four new Provincial Police Commissioners in …
Lesotho
Lesotho Launches Nationwide Consultations on Local Governance Reforms
Lesotho has begun a nationwide public consultation on decentralisation reforms, inviting l…
Lesotho
BREAKING: Lesotho Expands Nationwide Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response Measures
Lesotho has launched a nationwide disaster preparedness campaign aimed at strengthening em…
Zambia
BREAKING: Zambia Accelerates National Digital Identity Rollout to Modernise Public Services
Zambia has announced a major expansion of its national digital identity programme, aiming …
Zambia
Zambia Expands Cultural Heritage Programmes to Preserve Traditional Identity
Zambia is reinforcing its commitment to protecting traditional customs, indigenous languag…
Zambia
Zambia Expands Contemporary Arts Through New National Creative Residency Programme
Zambia is strengthening its creative sector with the launch of a national contemporary art…
Zambia
Zambia Expands Community Mental Health Services to Improve Public Well-Being
Zambia is expanding community mental health and wellness services through a new national i…
Zambia
Zambia Expands AI Skills Programme to Accelerate Digital Transformation
Zambia has launched an expanded national AI skills and digital innovation programme aimed …
Zambia
Zambia Expands SME Export Support to Strengthen Regional Business Growth
Zambia has introduced a new SME export support initiative designed to help local businesse…
Zambia
Zambia Expands Governance Oversight of Constituency Development Projects
Zambia has launched a nationwide governance review of constituency development projects ai…
Zambia
BREAKING: Zambia Intensifies Nationwide Cholera Preparedness Ahead of Rainy Season
Zambia has launched a nationwide cholera preparedness campaign ahead of the rainy season, …
Eswatini
Eswatini Cabinet Approves Major Anti-Corruption and Investment Policy Reforms
Eswatini is advancing a new political and governance agenda after Cabinet approved a Natio…
Eswatini
BREAKING: Eswatini Prime Minister Acknowledges Cabinet Disagreements Amid Unity Debate
Eswatini’s Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has acknowledged that disagreements someti…
Botswana
BREAKING: Botswana Joins South Africa and Zimbabwe in Joint Bid to Host AFCON 2028
Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe have submitted a joint bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup…
Botswana
Botswana’s Kalanga Heritage Takes Centre Stage at New Tjilenje Tjo Zipa Festival
Botswana’s cultural heritage has gained fresh visibility after the inaugural Tjilenje Tjo …
Botswana
Botswana’s Creative Industry Set for Major Boost Through P23 Million Diamond Jubilee Programme
Botswana’s creative industry is set for a major boost as the government prepares a P23 mil…