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World Bank Forecasts 4.4% Economic Growth for Republic of Congo in 2026

World Bank projects the Republic of Congo’s economy to grow by 4.4%
  • November 11, 2026
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SALGA urges stability in hung SA’s municipalities’ coalition talks

Coalition negotiations under way in several hung municipalities across
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Angola marks 51 years of independence from Portuguese colonial rule

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Nigerian Senate rewards Flamingos for World Cup triumph

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Kenya begins 42-day countdown to Ebola free status

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US AFRICOM warns Madagascar against expanding Russian security ties  

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Nine Zimbabwean nationals have been arrested in South Africa for allegedly attempting to travel to Russia to fight in the ongoing war against Ukraine. South African authorities say the arrests took place at OR Tambo International Airport and a hotel in Bruma, east of Johannesburg. The suspects are accused of attempting to leave the country to join the conflict on Russia's side. The arrests come amid growing concerns about the recruitment of African nationals into the Russia-Ukraine war. Citizens from countries including Kenya, Ghana and South Africa have reportedly travelled to Russia to fight. Some are alleged to have been lured by promises of lucrative employment opportunities, only to discover that they were being recruited for military service in the conflict. But how are African nationals being recruited? What security and legal implications does this trend present for African countries? And what can governments do to protect vulnerable citizens from deceptive recruitment schemes? To unpack the developments, we are joined on the line by Andy Mashaile, Security Strategist and Retired INTERPOL Ambassador. Lightbox link for post with description Nine Zimbabwean nationals have been arrested in...

Nine Zimbabweans Arrested in South Africa Over Alleged Recruitment to Fight in Russia-Ukraine War

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South Sudan is facing renewed concerns over its fragile peace process as the country prepares for elections scheduled for 22 December 2026. The African Union's representative for the Horn of Africa, Jakaya Kikwete, has called on the United Nations Security Council to support security sector reforms and inclusive political dialogue ahead of the planned elections. Addressing the Security Council, Kikwete warned that proceeding with elections without adequate security arrangements and political consensus could undermine the 2018 peace agreement and risk pushing the country back into widespread conflict. South Sudan, which gained independence from Sudan in 2011, has repeatedly postponed elections amid persistent political divisions and security challenges. But can the country create the conditions necessary for credible and peaceful elections? What role should the African Union and United Nations play in supporting the peace process? And what is at stake for South Sudan if political consensus remains elusive? To unpack these developments, we are joined on the line by Dr Alexander Rusero, Executive Director at the Professor Rukudzo Joseph Murapa Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance. Lightbox link for post with description South Sudan is facing renewed concerns over its...

South Sudan Elections 2026: Will Security Reforms and Political Dialogue Protect the Peace Deal?

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#Feature: #ThePractice When was the last time you did absolutely nothing without reaching for your phone? In a world of constant stimulation, silence can feel uncomfortable. We explore the psychology of doing nothing, why stillness matters and how giving our minds room to wander can support our well-being. Mmatsheko Mosito speaks to Penelope Meniere, National Marketing Manager at Workshop17. #TheUpside #MentalWellbeing #Mindfulness #ChannelAfrica Lightbox link for post with description #Feature: #ThePractice When was the last time ...

The Psychology of Doing Nothing: Why Embracing Stillness Matters for Mental Well-being.

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South Africa is hosting the 2026 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) Annual Network Meeting. The three-day gathering, running from the 10th to the 12th of November, brings together representatives from SADC Member States, conservation authorities, regional and international partners, civil society and local communities to strengthen cooperation in managing shared conservation landscapes. Discussions are focusing on sustainable financing for conservation, combating wildlife crime, community participation and benefit-sharing, as well as strengthening the management of shared ecosystems. The meeting also marks an important milestone in implementing the revised SADC TFCA Programme and the regional Law Enforcement and Anti-Poaching Strategy. For more on this, Tsepiso Makwetla is now joined by Flora Mokgohloa Deputy Director-General: Biodiversity & Conservation at the South African Department of Forestry and Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). #RiseAndShine #SADC #TFCA #Conservation #WildlifeProtection #AntiPoaching #WildlifeCrime #Biodiversity Lightbox link for post with description South Africa is hosting the 2026 Southern African...

SA Hosts 2026 SADC Conservation Meeting to Strengthen Regional Cooperation Against Wildlife Crime.

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#TheDiscourse Time now for The Discourse and it’s our Profile Wednesday here on #RiseAndShine This morning, we speak to Pamela Afokpe, a plant scientist and plant breeder based in Benin, who is the Research and Development Operations Manager at East-West Seed West Africa. Her work focuses on improving indigenous African vegetables such as Gboma, Amaranth & Jute Mallow — crops that have sustained communities for generations but have often received limited attention from agricultural research. She is currently out in the field with colleagues, visiting farmers who grow these vegetables. Her work to improve traditional crops and create better opportunities for farmers has also earned her the 2026 Norman E. Borlaug Award for Field Research and Application. We’ll be discussing her journey, what farmers are telling her and the role indigenous vegetables could play in strengthening food security across Africa. Pamela Afokpe joins, Tsepiso Makwetla #RiseAndShine #TheDiscourse #PamelaAfokpe #WomenInScience #AfricanAgriculture #FoodSecurity #IndigenousVegetables Lightbox link for post with description #TheDiscourse Time now for The Discourse and...

The Discourse| Pamela Afokpe: Advancing Indigenous African Vegetables to Strengthen Food Security.

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A Rwandan man accused of participating in the 1994 genocide has been deported from the U.S to face justice in his home country. 55 year old Jean Le'onard Teganya arrived in Kigali following his release from the U.S federal prison, where he had served a 97 month sentence for immigration fraud and perjury. It is alleged that as a medical student and ruling party member during the 100-day massacres in Rwanda, Teganya actively collaborated with soldiers and militias to identify and target Tutsi patients as a hospital in Butare. He had been living in Canada for 15years before illegally entering the United States under false asylum application, a year ago. He was taken into custody by the Rwandan authorities upon landing on Monday. Tsepiso Makwetla is now joined by Dr Frederick Golooba-Mutebi, a Political Analyst based in Rwanda. #RiseAndShine #RwandaGenocide #GenocideJustice #Justice #HumanRights #InternationalJustice #RuleOfLaw Lightbox link for post with description A Rwandan man accused of participating in the ...

Rwanda Genocide Suspect Jean Léonard Teganya Deported from US to Face Justice.

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