Southern-Africa
South African Government Cuts Fuel Levy, Bringing Relief to Motorists
South Africans face the prospect of record pump prices, even as Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana moves to trim the fuel tax by…
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Business and Finance
East-Africa
Zimbabwe Officially Enacts Ban on Second-Hand Clothing
In a decisive move to reshape the apparel market, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce has enacted a formal ban on importing…
East-Africa
France Revokes South Africa’s Invitation to the G7 Summit
France has revoked South Africa’s invitation to the forthcoming G7 summit, removing Pretoria from the guest list for the high-profile gathering. Paris…
West-Africa
Burkina Faso Prioritizes Cultural Identity in National AI Strategy
In a significant move towards enhancing its digital landscape, Burkina Faso is prioritizing local languages in its Artificial Intelligence development strategy, underscoring…
Southern-Africa
Namibia Denies Starlink License, Citing Foreign Ownership Rules
Namibia has shut the door on Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, denying its bid to secure a local licence. The Communications…
West-Africa
World Water Day 2026 Focuses on Water Access and Opportunities in Africa
Access to safe water is transformative for communities, enhancing health, boosting agricultural productivity, and providing women and girls with the precious time…
Southern-Africa
South Africa Negotiates With Nigeria for Additional Fuel Supply
In response to ongoing global fuel shortages, the South African government is engaging in discussions with Nigeria to establish a 12-month fuel…
East-Africa
Zimbabwe Nurses Go on Strike, Demand Salary Increases
Hospitals across Zimbabwe were thrown into turmoil as nurses walked off the job, leaving wards understaffed and patients without care, in a…
East-Africa
Oil Price Surge Affects Economic Conditions Across Africa
The Conversation Africa reached out to five academic experts from Nigeria, South Africa, Senegal, Kenya, and Ethiopia to explore the pressing issue:…
East-Africa
Deadly rains batter Zimbabwe, leaving more than 130 dead
At least 132 people have died and dozens more were injured as heavy rains continue to batter large parts of Zimbabwe, the…
Southern-Africa
South Africans Brace for Tighter Budgets as Electricity Price Hike Looms
South Africa faces April 2026 hikes in electricity tariffs and fuel prices, adding pressure on households Electricity tariffs and fuel prices in…
