Zimbabwe has abolished the death penalty after President Emmerson Mnangagwa commuted to jail time the sentences of prisoners on death row.

Mozambique unrest has been plaguing the nation amid political upheaval following elections and calls are mounting for South Africa to intervene.

Here is a look at the biggest producers in Africa of one of the most popular fruits globally – bananas. Nigeria leads in the top position.

Ol Donyo Lodge is located on private land in the heart of the Chyulu Hills, between Kenya’s Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks.

Here is a look at the biggest producers around the world of one of the most popular fruits globally – bananas.

The International Cocoa Organization reported that Africa is responsible for the majority of the world’s cocoa production.

Does Zimbabwe’s Unity Day still hold meaning for the many Zimbabweans living in South Africa and other countries?

With their wars in Afghanistan, Iraq and Somalia well underway, NATO eyed its next target: Africa’s most prosperous democracy.

Not content with destroying Afghanistan and Iraq in the GWOT, US/NATO set its sights on certain African countries.

As South Africa evaluates its energy future, TotalEnergies’ LNG project could be the answer to reverting the nation’s gas supply crisis.

Four rhinos have died in Zimbabwe after drinking from a sewage-polluted lake that is also the main supplier of water to the nearby capital.

The tiny African island of Migingo, located in Lake Victoria, is one of the world’s most densely populated places.

Time is ticking for spaza shop registration in South Africa, but many believe there’s something more sinister behind the ‘unworkable’ process.

The latest statistics from Data Pandas revealed that South Africa has the second-highest homicide rate in Africa.

Since 2014, Mozambique has been terrorised by multiple devastating attacks from ISIS jihadists. Where are the continental police, Africom?

The recent political mayhem in Mozambique is the latest in a series of cataclysms since the impoverished country discovered NG in 2010.

Good news for ZEP holders! The Department of Home Affairs has extended their validity for the next 12 months. Here’s the latest…

Here are Africa’s Top 10 countries with the highest cost of living, with South Africa’s cost of living being a major concern.

How does SASSA compare to other African old-age pension schemes? We rank monthly benefits across the continent …

A new mega-airport that will be Africa’s biggest airport is being built near the town of Bishoftu in Ethiopia.

One of South Africa’s northern neighbours has claimed the top spot for road quality in sub-Saharan Africa.

A nine-year study published last month found that elephants avoided farms with bees 86 percent of the time.

When the Zim cyclists crossed the finish line, they were greeted with enthusiastic cheers and applause from a crowd of locals and fellow travelers, all excited to celebrate their accomplishment.

The Border Management Authority (BMA) says it is working hard to clear the cargo backlog following the reopening of the Lebombo Port of Entry.

As a safety precaution, the Border Managament Agency has closed the Lebombo border due to violent post-election protests in Mozambique.

A Zimbabwean couple’s Africa cycling journey faces criticism over their choice to carry the South African flag.

South Africa is one of the top 10 emigration hotspots in Sub-Saharan Africa with the biggest increase in people who want to emigrate.

Post-election protests in Mozambique have caused a lot of unrest, and tensions remain high. This could be a concern for travellers.

Jacob Zuma’s 21-year-old daughter, Nomcebo, who is King Mswati III’s 16th wife recently flaunted a R12 million Jacob & Co. watch.

FlySafair has launched a new cheap flight between Cape Town and Windhoek, marking the airline’s first regional route originating from Cape Town.

Here are the top 10 African countries with the highest life expectancy as per recent data from the United Nations.

The Zimbabwe government is about to pay an initial $20 million to farmers who lost their land during reforms about 20 years ago.

The latest School Index by Carfax Education has revealed the best African private secondary schools, with one in Nigeria in top position.

With his company OL Consult SARL, Chekinah Olivier is preparing a map of Africa’s mineral resources. An economic project, but not only…

King Mswati’s Italy trip with Jacob Zuma’s 21-year-old daughter, Nomcebo, will reportedly cost Eswatini taxpayers over R200 million.

Several African GP bids – including Rwanda and South Africa – are in fierce competition for F1 approval on the continent. Here’s the latest …

Following a spate of accidental poisonings, the Minister of the Presidency urges residents not to shop at unregistered spaza shops …

The good work by Home Affairs is filtering down to naturalised South African citizens, who have been poorly treated for far too long …

African airlines’ 10.1% increase in international passenger demand shows ongoing recovery and rising confidence among travellers.

SASSA SRD grant hits a staggering 17 million applications but how will they verify information. Let’s find out the latest!

Since 2000, the prison population in Africa has increased by 53%. Here are the top 10 African countries with the highest prison populations.

A loan from the IMF can help countries financially but adds to their debt. Here are the African countries with the highest IMF debt.

Here are the top 10 most peaceful countries in Sub-Saharan Africa according to the latest Global Peace Index.

Below are the top five African nations with the strongest military in 2024, with Egypt leading and South Africa in fifth position.

Here are Africa’s most relaxing beaches as per research conducted by SpaSeekers.com. South Africa dominates the list.

Airbus intends to strengthen its presence in Africa by opening a new Customer Support Centre in Johannesburg.

What began as friendly encouragement while working as a car guard transformed a man’s life into an academic success story.

Zimbabwe will cull 200 elephants as the country faces an unprecedented drought that has led to food shortages.

FlySafair will offer South Africans even more opportunities to visit the island of Zanzibar from next month.

Based on recent data from Yale University, below is a list of the top 10 cleanest African countries in 2024.

A daughter of ex-SA president Jacob Zuma danced for the king of Eswatini in a traditional ceremony, confirming her engagement to the monarch.

Although South Africa struggles to fully use its soft power, it holds the second position in Africa. But what does soft power really mean?

South Africa is not subject to the latest visa restrictions Brazil has imposed on a list of countries in Africa.

Many sectors are affected by diesel prices, such as farming. Here are the top 10 countries in Africa with the lowest diesel prices.

Based on recent data from Yale University, below is a list of the top 10 dirtiest African countries in 2024.

One of the world’s largest diamonds ever unearthed – a rough 2 492-carat stone – has been found in Botswana.

Besides being a popular vacation spot for South Africans, Mauritius is also gaining popularity as a retirement choice.

Home Affairs clarified South Africa’s citizenship-by-descent law, in light of the developing Chidimma Adetshina investigation.

Prima facie evidence points to three Home Affairs officials who may have been involved in the alleged Chidimma Adetshina identity theft …

Reputation expert believes negative publicity suggests South Africa is a xenophobic country. Here’s more …

Home Affairs is on a mission to clean house, gazetting new stricter rules why a South African ID may be cancelled. Here’s more …

On-going drama over Chidimma Adetshina has once again raised the issue of how to become a naturalised South African citizen. Here’s more …

Controversy over Chidimma Adetshina has put the spotlight on South African permanent residence and who is legally allowed to live in the country …

Lesotho has the highest suicide rate in the world, with 87.5 people per 100 000 of the population taking their own lives annually.

As far as investor appeal on the African continent goes, South Africa is losing its edge, says RMB. Here’s why …

‘Pastor’ Paul Nthenge Mackenzie allegedly incited followers in Kenya to starve to death so that they could ‘meet Jesus’

Grey import cars in South Africa are not just a problem for unsuspecting buyers but government authorities, too. Here’s why …

South Africa is home to six of the best airport lounges on the African continent. This is good news for travellers and airline passengers.

South Africa’s neighbour, Zimbabwe has one of the African continent’s most expensive passports, if renewed in South Africa.

SA does not offer citizenship by being born in the country. A key consideration for South African citizenship is the legal status of parents.

Disinformation can be highly impactful. For instance, in Kenya, it has sparked cross-border violence, causing an economic standstill and resulting in numerous deaths and widespread chaos.

Paul Kagame won with more than 93% of the vote in 2003, 2010 and in 2017, when he again easily defeated the same two challengers.

It is yet to be seen whether Botswana will impose entry requirements for Ireland after it placed visa restrictions on the African nation.

Air Botswana will soon begin offering new and a few returning routes to and from South Africa. Here are the details…

LIFT Airline has been awarded their very first Skytrax award, winning ‘Best Low-Cost Airline in Africa’ at the World Airline Awards.

This latest death makes it five the number of South African soldiers who have died in the DRC since the year started.

A Namibian court has struck down the country’s colonial-era laws criminalising same-sex relationships, in a victory for the LGBTQ community.

Zimbabwe’s currency, the ZiG, continues to hold firm after its debut and is currently trading stronger than the rand against the US dollar.

Five Southern African countries have agreed to a single regional visa to enhance tourism and ease cross-border movements.

There have been several clashes between the Southern African Development Community force and the M23 since the year started.

Namibia is in the process of removing visa-free entry arrangements for over 30 nationalities in a move to improve parity and justice.

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle visited Nigeria on Friday as part of his promotion of the Invictus Games.

Bearded Vulture numbers in the Drakensberg mountains are dwindling and there is a serious risk of the birds disappearing from the wild in the near future.

Struggling in the polls ahead of the most competitive election in decades, the ANC has vowed to clamp down on illegal immigration.

Full moons are special, but they don’t happen exactly 28 days after one another. Here are the exact full moon dates for May, June, and more!

Chad’s junta leader Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno is hoping to sweep 6 May elections and extend the rule of his family over the African country.

Shares in Portuguese oil group Galp Energia soared after the company said a field off Namibia could contain 10 billion barrels of crude.

Gregoire Cyrille Dongobada discusses Wagner Group’s deployment in Congo amid security crisis, predicting economic and political ramifications

A drought that has pushed millions into hunger across southern Africa has been driven by the El Nino weather pattern, not climate change.

On Sunday a British ultra-runner completed the ‘first’ run along the entire length of Africa, but this claim has come into question.

A British man, Russ Cook, on a quest to run the length of Africa completed his challenge in Tunisia on Sunday.

Zimbabwe’s central bank launched a “structured currency” backed by gold as it seeks to tackle inflation and stabilise the country’s economy.

Local sources report MINUSCA battalion in Obo using a UN camp for Sudanese refugees to embezzle funds. Most residents are from the Central African Republic.

This might go down as the most impressive endurance feat in human history.

Amazon launches in SA this year. But what is South Africa’s top-selling book of all time? Here’s more about the country’s favourite read.

Full moon can be hard to remember, but that’s okay. Here’s our guide to all the full moon dates for 2024 – and more about lunar cycles and their names.

A third “super tusker” elephant bull has been shot and killed in in Tanzania by a Texas trophy hunter in the space of six months.

Andre Britz pulled over his pick-up truck on a rocky mountain track to show off the nature-preserving powers of South Africa’s spekboom shrub.

Following our appraisal globally, we’re looking closer to home to get a better picture of how SASSA pensions compare to the rest of Africa.

French energy company TotalEnergies is set to acquire a stake in a license for oil exploration off the west coast of South Africa.