President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing a Parliamentary impeachment inquiry over the events that unfolded after the 2020 theft of US dollars from his Phala Phala farm. The legal conundrum of prima facie versus sufficient evidence has dominated final arguments in the Western Cape High Court, in the application of President Cyril Ramaphosa to stay impeachment...
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South Africa’s Mining Sector Takes a Hit as Output Falls 5.4%
Stats SA said lower output from iron ore, coal and platinum group metals weighed on the sector, even as mineral sales remained firmly in positive territory. South Africa’s mining sector lost momentum in May, with production contracting after two months of strong growth. Mining production fell by 5.4% year-on-year in May, reversing April’s 8% increase....
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Africa Will Not Wait: Paul Kagame and Samia Suluhu Hassan Ignite a New Era of Economic Power
African leaders continue to push forward a shared vision of economic independence and prosperity, placing regional cooperation at the heart of efforts to lift millions out of poverty. Speaking during a working visit to Dar es Salaam, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame highlighted the growing partnership between Rwanda and Tanzania as a practical example of how...
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From Firewood to Gas: How Tanzania Is Transforming Lives Across Africa
By Amrat Haji, AUBA Zanzibar Efforts to expand access to clean cooking energy across Africa are gathering momentum, with Tanzania emerging as a key driver of change in a sector long dominated by charcoal and firewood. Across much of the continent, millions of households still rely on traditional fuels for cooking, a practice linked to...
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Sudan War at Three Years: Global Pressure Mounts as Aid Efforts Intensify
Three years after the outbreak of war in Sudan, the country remains trapped in one of Africa’s most severe and protracted crises, with escalating humanitarian needs and no clear political resolution in sight. Fighting erupted on 15 April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), following months of tension...
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Dar City showcase top-class performance in Pretoria
By Bryson Bichwa, Pretoria Dar City, a basketball club from Tanzania, have announced themselves on the continental stage with a commanding run of performances, underlining their growing reputation in African basketball. Prior to facing East African rivals, they had already defeated Johannesburg 88–80, sending a strong early message to the rest of the competition. The...
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Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and Madagascar shine with convincing victories in international friendly matches
Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire and Madagascar all delivered impressive displays in their international friendlies over the weekend. South Korea 0–4 Côte d’Ivoire Côte d’Ivoire cruised to a dominant 4–0 victory over South Korea in their international friendly at Stadium MK on Saturday. Strikes from Evann Guessand (35′), Simon Adingra (45’+1′), Martial Godo (62′) and Wilfried Singo...
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Tanzania Sets the Pace as Africa Accelerates Youth-Driven Digital Transformation
By Tito Issaya | Dar es Salaam The Government of Tanzania is positioning itself at the forefront of Africa’s digital transformation, following the disbursement of more than TZS 500 million in loans to support a new generation of digital content creators-part of a broader continental shift toward technology-driven economic empowerment. The funding, channeled through the...
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African Governments Tighten Fuel Controls Amid Global Market Volatility
Dar es Salaam | Africa Desk Governments across Africa are stepping up regulatory oversight and enforcement measures to secure fuel supplies, as volatility in global energy markets raises concerns over potential shortages and price instability. The coordinated responses come against the backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions, particularly between the United States and Iran, which continue...
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Tokyo Deepens Strategic Influence with $40 Million Fund to Power African SMEs
Japan has intensified its financial diplomacy across Africa and emerging Asia, unveiling a $40 million investment aimed at strengthening fragile supply chains, enhancing food security, and accelerating industrial growth in two of the world’s most economically vulnerable regions. The investment, led by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), was formalized on February 19 through a...
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