The move of BYD to South Africa is one of the most evident indicators that electric vehicles (EVs) are entering mainstream discourse, not just in the African continent, but the whole world. Being one of the largest EV manufacturers in the world, BYD introduces volume, comparatively low-priced vehicles, and powerful battery technology into the market […]
A new US–Kenya health pact has the potential to become a blueprint for wider health cooperation across Africa, going beyond short‑term aid to focus on capacity-building, technology transfer, and long‑term system strengthening. Through US technical expertise and finance coupled with the Kenyan strategic position as a regional medical and training centre, the arrangement would impact […]
Cross-border activity suffered vast disruption when the new ban started at midnight Thursday with its direct impact on border checkpoints including Kasumulu. Before the border hosted many commercial trucks yet now official delivery of fuel products represents the sole traffic through this crossing. The Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe stated that the trade restrictions serve as […]
South African Bank fined R700,000 after determining the institution misrepresented a credit product as an investment opportunity. Following its December 2023 “Ke Festive” social media promotion the FSCA penalized African Bank because it let a famous person recommend personal loans without clearly defining that it was not an investment. The FSCA determined that African Bank […]
You want to pick a good film for weekend relaxation? Netflix South Africa provides customers with a wide range of movies that match their individual preferences. This list shows the current top 10 trending movies on Netflix South Africa. Let’s have a look at them:- 1. Meet the Khumalos Two moms teamed up as best […]
The 2025 edition of AFCON will be hosted by Morocco which serves both the high-level competition and as a catalyst for the development of football across the continent. All the young talents who have been waiting for the right stage to express and explore the international exposure which eventually opens the door for their professional […]
Starlink the satellite internet company by Elon Musk is growing fast in Africa. It now works in more than 20 countries on the continent. Just this month, Somalia gave Starlink a 10-year license to operate. Lesotho also allowed Starlink to begin service around the same time. Somalia’s Technology Minister, Mohamed Adam Moalim Ali, said, “We […]
Cricket South Africa reveals a new ODI squad for 2023 competitions as Proteas women’s team and presents fresh players alongside experienced leaders for matches against India and Sri Lanka. A 15-member team has three rookies who are joining the South African national team for the first time. The team includes Karabo Meso, Seshnie Naidu, and […]
African content is getting more attention around the world. While Nigerian films (Nollywood) are already well-known, East Africa—especially Kenya—is starting to shine too. Kenya is now creating shows that people everywhere want to watch. Companies like D&R Studios are leading the way. They’ve made popular shows like The Real Housewives of Nairobi, Sol Family, This […]
During seven intensive training days, the South Sudan Football Association educated its referees in Rumbek. The organization (SSFA) trained 30 local referees plus officials from various zones to advance refereeing practices throughout South Sudan. Representatives of the Rumbek Local Football Association teamed up with referees holding roles in Group A South Sudan Cup match areas […]
The International Court of Justice is conducting a case where Sudan blames the United Arab Emirates for supporting genocide forces that fight in the Sudanese civil war. Several reports indicate the UAE sent weapons to the Rapid Support Forces to harm the non-Arab Massalit people of West Darfur. The UAE denies all accusations because officials […]
Abu Dhabi hosted a crucial exchange of prisoners between Russia and the United States on April 10 2025. Both global superpowers took this unusual chance to work together when they traded one citizen from Russia and the United States back to their home nations. Private negotiations about peace in Ukraine took place together with this […]
South Africa’s Test Captain Temba Bavuma faces an elbow injury issue that affects his sport participation before the World Test Championship final versus Australia. On Wednesday the Lions franchise learned too late that Temba Bavuma would miss their Cricket South Africa final against the Titans at the Wanderers. The news of his sudden withdrawal creates […]
Tonight, the Golden State Warriors will play the Phoenix Suns at PHX Arena with Stephen Curry receiving official approval to participate in his return from a recent injury. The doctors have declared Stephen Curry available for Warriors duty before their game. Stephen Curry hopes to regain his scoring numbers when taking on the Suns’ defense […]
Police shot and killed a protected witness in South Africa’s Wynberg Magistrate’s Court in Cape Town on the morning of Tuesday. The National Prosecuting Authority of Western Cape confirmed the murder while protecting investigation facts until experts complete their work. “The deceased served as an official State witness, yet we cannot discuss which prosecution matter […]
The 2025/26 season marks the start of the new Proteas Men’s contracted squad as CSA has given 18 national contracts plus 2 hybrid contracts to its players across June 2025 and May 2026. CSA created hybrid contracts so that David Miller and Rassie van der Dussen can participate in specified bilateral tours and ICC events […]
Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts oversees South Africa’s 10 million tree cover expansion project spanning five years from her office as Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment minister. South African staff members started “One Employee One Tree” in Pretoria during 2018 by planting 10 million trees throughout South Africa. South Africa leverages its environmental goals by becoming part […]
Through their joint venture with Nvidia, Cassava Technologies creates the first African AI production facility to help local inventors. Cassava Technologies revealed its AI factory initiative at the Global AI Summit on Africa Kigali before the event began. Nvidia supercomputers will enter data centers across Africa with South Africa receiving them first in June under […]
On Friday, South Africa’s government leaders warned that President Trump’s wide trade tariff policies have zeroed out Africa’s AGOA benefits. Since its start in 2000 the trade initiative has connected US markets with eligible sub-Saharan African countries but its ending date is set for September. The chances of AGOA extension decline strongly due to Trump’s […]
The Gujarat Titans (GT) team confirmed Thursday that fast bowler Kagiso Rabada is taking an early IPL 2025 exit to handle a personal emergency in South Africa. The Titans published an official statement about Rabada leaving IPL 2025 but did not disclose his reason or return date. The formal statement from Gujarat Titans noted that […]