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SA Human Rights Commission finds water crisis driven by systemic municipal failures

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IEC implements security override after ballot theft in SA province

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Celebrating African artistry from Fame Week to the Grammys  

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Nigeria’s Ayra Starr makes history as first African artiste to headline NFL halftime show

October 16, 2026
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Celebrating African rhythms from Kalahari cinema to Lagos dance floors

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Afro Republic
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Afro Republic

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Morning Reset
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Thabo Matshaka
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Rise and Shine
06:00 - 09:00

Rise and Shine

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Peter NdoroTsepiso Makwetla
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Mmatsheko Mosito
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SA Human Rights Commission finds water crisis driven by systemic municipal failures

South Africa’s (SA) economic hub, Gauteng province’s water crisis is being driven by failing infrastructure, poor maintenance and weak municipal management rather than water shortages alone, the SA Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) says.
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Equatorial Guinea’s economy shrinks 5.8% as oil output falls

Equatorial Guinea’s economy contracted by an estimated 5.8% in 2025 as declining hydrocarbon production intensified pressure to diversify and create employment, the World Bank says.
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Democratic Congress win puts Trump agenda under pressure

Democratic control of both chambers of the United States (US) Congress could constrain President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda and trigger greater scrutiny of the administration during the remaining two years in office.
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IMF unlocks $1.6m as Guinea-Bissau completes reform programme

Guinea-Bissau could receive a further $1.6 million after reaching a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on the final review of the country’s economic reform programme.
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UN envoy, Former DRC President discuss regional security

UN envoy holds peace talks with former DRC President Joseph Kabila
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IEC implements security override after ballot theft in SA province

IEC tightens voting security after ballot theft in eThekwini
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Mariamo Khumalo

A Producer and presenter of the Portuguese service desk with over 10 years of experience in the…
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Thami Ngubeni

Award-winning, multi-skilled broadcaster, Thami Ngubeni, was once labelled a ‘Media Chameleon’ by a local publication
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Jacob Tivane

He is Presenter/Producer for Channel Africa’s Portuguese service desk.
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Morris Muvunzi

Host of Afro Republic, is a seasoned broadcaster with over 25 years of experience in the industry.
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Jean Abedi

Jean Abedi is a Producer/Presenter for Channel Africa’s kiSwahili desk.
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Benjamin Moshatama

Benjamin Moshatama, who identifies as Pan-Africanist, has been a broadcasting and print journalist for over 15 years.
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The Democratic Party has won control of both chambers of the US Congress, dealing a major blow to President Donald Trump and his Republican Party. The midterm results give Democrats greater power to scrutinise the Trump administration and challenge its legislative agenda, amid voter concerns over the cost of living, the war with Iran and government corruption. What does this shift mean for Trump's remaining two years in office, US foreign policy and Washington's relations with the rest of the world? To unpack this, Lulu Gaboo is joined on the line by an Independent democracy and elections analyst, Professor Kealeboga Maphunye. #AfricaUpdate #AGOA #Trump #Democrats #Republians #America Lightbox link for post with description The Democratic Party has won control of both...

Democrats Take Control of US Congress, Raising Questions Over Trump’s Final Two Years in Office.

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A report by the Political Campaigns Resource Hub has found that despite intensified campaigning ahead of today's local government elections in South Africa, many political parties have struggled to reach disengaged voters, particularly in major metros. The report highlights a significant gap between voter engagement and targeted campaigning, with young people among the most engaged groups but often overlooked by political parties. It also points to limited use of voter data and follow-up strategies, raising concerns about whether campaign contact will translate into actual votes. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo is joined on the line by Aaliyah Vayez, Project Lead, Political Campaign Watch at Political Campaigns Resource Hub (PCRH), a subsidiary of the Johannesburg-based International Centre for Political Campaigns (ICPC). #AfricaUpdate #LGE2026 #Elections2026 Lightbox link for post with description A report by the Political Campaigns Resource Hub...

Local Government Elections: Campaign Report Raises Concerns Over Voter Engagement & Youth Outreach.

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