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[Daily Maverick] Procedures for ensuring the safe return of the six South Africans detained by Israel after taking part in the Gaza flotilla are 'advancing steadily,' says Dirco.

[Daily Maverick] The Municipal Systems Act of 2000 was followed by the commodification of essential services. Together with mismanagement and a lack of investment in infrastructure, it has led us to where we are.

[New Times] Amapiano - a genre born in South Africa's townships during the previous decade -- has rapidly evolved from a local blend of jazz and house music with traditional log drums into a pan-African super-genre. Initially popularised in the country's northern cities, the compelling beats and danceable melodies spread deeper into Africa in the early 2020s, propelled by influential DJs and growing social media interest. In East African countries, amapiano has transformed club culture, fused with regional styles by

[UCT] A new report, The First 100 Paychecks: An Investigation into South Africa's new professionals, by the University of Cape Town (UCT) Liberty Institute of Strategic Marketing, has revealed that South African graduates find the transition to adulthood more challenging than ever. Over 80% of surveyed graduates view their degrees as worthwhile investments, but many struggle with independence and long-term financial stability.

[SAnews.gov.za] With the severe population declines of vultures over the past three decades, government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensure that vulture conservation remains a national priority.

[SAnews.gov.za] The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has welcomed the landmark Constitutional Court ruling on parental leave equality as a significant step forward in advancing gender equality in South Africa.

[Premium Times] "By joining cities like Monaco, London, and Venice on the E1 calendar, Lagos has once again shown that we are bold, resilient, and ready to take our place on the global stage," the govenor said.

[Premium Times] Kwara State has been in the news since early this year when armed bandits and al-Qaeda terrorists infiltrated some parts of the state

[Scrolla] The court ruled King Misuzulu remains the rightful heir to the Zulu throne, dismissing all appeals by his relatives with costs. Judges said royal family meetings confirmed Misuzulu's kingship and ordered Prince Simakade and Prince Mbonisi to pay legal expenses.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Government will retain at least 80 percent of employees in State-owned sugar companies under the ongoing leasing of mills to private investors, Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) Chair Fredrick Gumbo has said.

[Daily Maverick] As the extension date for the Social Relief of Distress grant runs down, proponents of a universal basic income grant say it's time to get behind an effective grant system that could fight poverty and inequality.

[Daily Maverick] A massive fire has destroyed large parts of Namibia's Etosha National Park, affecting not only the park's ecology but also the lives of those who live in the area.

[Africa Check] Zille was correct about the distance of water pipes replaced by the City of Johannesburg within a year, 17 kilometres in 2023/24, and that the city loses more than 46% of its water, which an expert told Africa Check was far above the international benchmark. However, in comparing Johannesburg to the DA-run City of Cape Town, Zille was off the mark. Cape Town has not replaced over 200 kilometres of pipes every year since 2006, as claimed. The politician was also wrong about Johannesburg spending less on

[SAnews.gov.za] The endeavours of the respective South African Police Service (SAPS) stations and units in the Western Cape to bring stability to crime-ridden areas have proved fruitful with the confiscation of illegal firearms and ammunitions during police operations.

[SAnews.gov.za] Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo has expressed frustration and disappointment over the ongoing vandalism of water infrastructure in the Eastern Cape, warning that such acts are undermining efforts to deliver reliable water services to local communities.

[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa says Eskom's latest financial results which show a return to profitability for the first time in eight years, is a testament to the value of staying the course and to the benefits of partnerships.

[Nyasa Times] President Peter Mutharika's vow to end looting in government has landed with more scepticism than applause -- and for good reason. For many Malawians, the man preaching integrity is the same one whose first term was dogged by the very rot he now claims to detest.

[ISS] JNIM's blockades have become a strategic weapon that threatens regional commerce and the Malian army, and harms civilians.

[Health-e] In early 2025, South Africa's Minister of Health issued a government notice banning the sale, production, and import of food products containing cannabis, including hemp seed oil and flour. The ban was based on the 1972 Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act. After public backlash and threats of legal action, the notice was withdrawn for further consultation. While widely understood as a ban on "cannabis edibles", the incident highlights deeper inconsistencies in South Africa's cannabis and hemp laws.

[The Patriot] The Ministry of Environment and Tourism has confirmed authorising the killing of 21 elephants and several other wild species as part of Botswana's 59th Independence Day celebrations, a decision that has brought condemnation from conservationists and animal welfare groups across the world.

[Nyasa Times] Say no more -- the moment the list dropped, you could almost hear the collective sigh of déjà vu. Yes, President Arthur Peter Mutharika has finally unveiled his new cabinet, and on first glance, you might be tempted to give it a 60 percent score. But scratch the surface, and the cracks appear fast and deep.

[FrontPageAfrica] Liberia's Minister of Mines and Energy, Wilmot Paye, has outlined "dire and bold actions" being taken by the Government of Liberia (GoL) to improve and sustain energy supply to households and businesses operating in the country, with the introduction of a net metering policy to ensure that private solar owners benefit from the sharing of excess energy to electricity grids across the country.

[Radio Dalsan] Kismayo, Somalia -- The high-stakes political dialogue between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Jubbaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Ahmed Madobe) ended late Sunday night without an agreement, after both sides failed to bridge deep divisions over the controversial November 2024 Jubbaland elections, which the federal government has refused to recognize.

[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa (Horn Diplomat) -- The Somaliland government has rescued eleven cheetah cubs from wildlife traffickers in what conservationists are calling "one of the largest confiscations of the species to date," according to The Associated Press (AP).

[New Zimbabwe] Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) president Nelson Chamisa has refuted claims circulating on social media that he has abandoned politics to pursue his education.

[WFP] Port Sudan, Sudan -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of JPY 400 million (approximately US$2.7 million) from the Government of Japan. This vital funding will enable WFP to provide school meals in Sudan, which help to increase school attendance and boost learning outcomes. "This generous contribution from the Government of Japan comes at a critical time when school are reopening in Sudan," said Laurent Bukera, WFP Sudan Country Director and Representative. "School meals will help vulnerable

[Shabelle] Kismayo, Somalia -- High-stakes talks between Somalia's Federal Government and the regional administration of Jubaland ended late Sunday without a breakthrough, as both sides remained firmly entrenched in their political positions.

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[GroundUp] uMzinyathi District Municipality in northern KwaZulu-Natal is failing to supply water

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[NIPDB] President H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah participated in a Roundtable Business Breakfast Meeting organized by the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) in partnership with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB).

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