by Winnie Nkonde | Feb 14, 2025 | News, Politics
In a shocking move, Floyd Shivambu, the deputy president of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has announced his resignation from the party. Shivambu made the announcement during a press briefing at the party’s headquarters in Johannesburg, where he revealed...
by Winnie Nkonde | Feb 13, 2025 | News, Women and Leadership
Lusaka, Zambia – The Mwanawasa and Kakubo families have announced the untimely passing of former First Lady Maureen Kakubo Mwanawasa. She died on August 13, 2024, at the age of 61, after a short illness at Maina Soko Medical Centre. Born on April 28, 1963, in...
by Staff Reporter | Feb 13, 2025 | Entertainment
Chidimma Adetshina, a former Miss South Africa contestant, has been invited to participate in the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant after withdrawing from the Miss SA competition amidst controversy over her citizenship. Adetshina, 23, announced her decision to step down...
by Staff Reporter | Feb 13, 2025 | News, Politics
Dar es Salaam – The leaders of Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chadema, have been released on bail following their arrest ahead of a planned youth day rally. Party spokesperson John Mrema announced yesterday that Chadema chairman Freeman Mbowe and his...
by Staff Reporter | Feb 13, 2025 | News, Politics
Human Rights Defenders Arbitrarily Detained in Zimbabwe, Accused of Disorderly Conduct August 8, 2024, Harare—In a troubling development, three prominent human rights defenders in Zimbabwe, including a teacher and two activists, have been arbitrarily detained...
by Winnie Nkonde | Feb 13, 2025 | Health
Acting Director and Public Health Lead Colleen Daniels of Harm Reduction International yesterday called for wellness programs for women who use drugs to reduce social stigma, emphasizing their greater challenges compared to men. Speaking at an event hosted by the Harm...
by Winnie Nkonde | Feb 13, 2025 | News, Politics
Sakhile Nxumalo, President of the Swaziland Youth Congress, yesterday called for the youth in Africa to unite in solidarity to address the struggles and challenges caused by oppressive regimes. Speaking in a dialogue hosted by the Living Together Institute (LTI), in...
by Staff Reporter | Feb 13, 2025 | News, Women and Leadership
Zimbabwe is set to host the Glocal Unity Women event from 3 to 4 October 2024 in Harare. The prestigious event which is under the patronage of Her Excellence Mai Auxilia Mnangagwa is meant to bring together influential women and opinion leaders from around the world....
by Staff Reporter | Feb 12, 2025 | Climate, Community Spotlights
Global warming and climate change have become a big concern for the whole world. With temperatures hitting their highest and lowest levels in recent years, people’s and animals’ lives are being exposed to dangers brought by these changes. In order to prevent problems...
by Staff Reporter | Feb 12, 2025 | Entertainment
South Africa made a spectacular showing at the BET Awards 2024, with 22-year-old Afrobeats pop sensation Tyla and Limpopo-born singer Makhadzi earning prestigious accolades, highlighting the growing influence of African artists on the global stage. At the glittering...
