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India-Brazil-South Africa Fund empowers rural Fiji women via skills training
New York [US], October 19 (ANI): India's Permanent Mission to the United Nations shared on the occasion of the recently concluded International Day of Rural Women how the India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) Fund has positively impacted the lives...

Kigali shines as PFL Africa delivers action-packed semifinals

PREVIEW: Remo Stars, Mamelodi Sundowns renew Nigeria–South Africa rivalry
Barely five days after South Africa snatched the final automatic ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup ahead of Nigeria on the last day of the qualifiers, the football rivalry between both nations is set for another chapter — this time on the club...

Namibia and Botswana partner on medicine procurement
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA and Botswana have agreed to a pooled procurement arrangement in the health sector, allowing the two countries to jointly negotiate more favourable medicine prices, reduce lead times, and improve supply chain efficiency. This...

California man proposes African Embassy in Arkansas
A California man with ties to Arkansas is proposing to bring an African embassy to Pine Bluff. Juan Armando, originally from Los Angeles, spent a short amount of time living in Waldo, Arkansas, during his youth. Seeing economic growth for the...

World News | India-Brazil-South Africa Fund Empowers Rural Fiji Women Via Skills Training
New York [US], October 19 (ANI): India's Permanent Mission to the United Nations shared on the occasion of the recently concluded International Day of Rural Women how the India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) Fund has positively impacted the lives...

South African insurance sector shows resilience amid economic headwins, report says
The South African insurance sector has not only sustained its performance but has built upon the robust outcomes recorded in 2023, demonstrating a remarkable degree of resilience amid persistent economic headwinds. This is the central finding of...

Discover HONOR's Magic 8 series launch in China and what it means for South African consumers
HONOR launched its new Magic 8 series in China on October 15, featuring the Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro, alongside new wearables. These devices run on Magic OS 10, based on Android 16, with a strong focus on AI capabilities and cross-device...

Strauss & Co partners with Art Auction East Africa to bolster secondary market for East African art
Strauss & Co, Africa’s leading auction house, and Danda Jaroljmek, Director of Art Auction East Africa, are pleased to announce details of Art Auction East Africa | Strauss & Co, a new two-part auction of rare and important art from East Africa...

Pressdia empowers African storytellers with accessible PR distribution tools
For years, brands across Africa have struggled with limited access to affordable press release distribution services. Pressdia is changing that narrative. The digital PR marketplace offers automated tools that make it easy for individuals and...

Uganda Table Tennis Women’s Team Secures Semifinal Spot at ITTF Africa Seniors Championship.
By John Barnes Ssentamu. Uganda’s table tennis women’s national team of Judith Mirembe, Jemimah Nakawala, and Parvin Judith Nangonzi has continued its impressive run at the ITTF Africa Seniors Championship, edging hosts Tunisia to book a place in...

Amnesty International voices concern over possible closure of Special Criminal Court in Central African Republic
Amnesty International on Friday voiced concern over the possible closure of the Special Criminal Court (SCC) in the Central African Republic due to a lack of funding. The rights group stated that it would lead to a catastrophic blow to prospects...

ADHERE: China’s stable economic performance good news for Africa
An aerial drone photo taken on April 25, 2025 shows a cargo ship navigating at Tianjin Port in north China's Tianjin. (Xinhua/Zhao Zishuo)China's economy continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and dynamism, even as it navigates a complex...

Bedfordview dancer to represent South Africa at World Tap Championships
It is an exciting time for Ana Cordeiro as she looks forward to participating in the World Tap Dance Championships. Ana will be competing in the championships for the sixth time, which will be held from October 22 to 26 in Prague. The Bedfordview...

BWIRE: Raila Baba often forgotten as key Pan-Africanist we must honour
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga./FILE I physically rubbed very close shoulders with Raila Odinga only once in my life, but I can confidently say I believed in him. Even though he was a different thing at different times, I cast my vote for him...

Kenyans Storm Tanzania Border After Suluhu’s Govt Blocks Leader From Attending Raila’s Burial
Drama ensued at the Kenya-Tanzania border after a rowdy group from both nations stormed the immigration offices, demanding the release of Tanzanian opposition leader John Heche. Heche is said to have been apprehended on Saturday afternoon at the...
PODCAST: South Africa still exporting maize to Zimbabwe, despite ban

Spin in focus again as South Africa chase redemption in Rawalpindi
SOUTH AFRICA TOUR OF PAKISTAN, 2025 South Africa will have to find a way to counter spin in Rawalpindi. © Getty How about we scrap the toss and give the visiting team the choice of batting or fielding first? It's been tried in county cricket, with...

Is China practicing neo-colonialism in Africa?
07:13 Editor's note: CGTN's First Voice provides instant commentary on breaking stories. The column clarifies emerging issues and better defines the news agenda, offering a Chinese perspective on the latest global events. Promoting human rights...
Diwali lights up South Africa with joy and reflection
ON DIWALI, homes, temples, and communities across South Africa will glow with the warmth and brilliance of Diwali, the Festival of Lights. From Chatsworth and Phoenix in Durban to Lenasia in Johannesburg and Rylands in Cape Town, families mark...