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SA’s former world boxing champion Tete shot dead outside his home

The 38-year-old was arriving at his residence in Mdantsane township.
  • August 22, 2026
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Springboks face All Blacks in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry opener at Ellis Park

The Springbok starting fifteen has 850 caps within their ranks, and there is a further 193 caps on the bench.
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Rwanda highlights migration as a driver of jobs and economic growth

Rwanda is positioning itself as a model for how migration can support economic development, skills creation and regional integration, according to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM).
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ANC in SA to unveil mayoral candidates, launch local government election manifesto

South Africa’s (SA) African National Congress (ANC) will mark two major milestones in its preparations for the 2026 Local Government Elections by announcing its mayoral candidates and launching its election manifesto.
  • August 22, 2026
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SA Police welcome withdrawal of charges against Crime Intelligence Chief, co-accused

The South African (SA) Police Service (SAPS) has welcomed the decision by the National Prosecuting Authority and the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption to withdraw fraud and corruption charges against Crime Intelligence Divisional Commissioner Lieutenant-General Dumisani Khumalo, Brigadier Dineo Mokwele and their co-accused.
  • August 22, 2026
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Mozambique-Malawi power line nears commercial operation

Malawi is a step closer to joining the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP), with the new transmission line linking Mozambique and Malawi expected to enter commercial operation later this month following the completion of final tests.
  • August 22, 2026
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Africa in Song
00:00 - 03:00

Africa in Song

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Khanya Sosibo
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The Morning Switch
03:00 - 06:00

The Morning Switch

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Javulani Nkolele
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The Oasis
06:00 - 09:00

The Oasis

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Leslie ‘Lee’ Kasumba
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Out and About

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Palesa Tau
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SA’s former world boxing champion Tete shot dead outside his home

The 38-year-old was arriving at his residence in Mdantsane township.
  • August 22, 2026
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Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt’s 100m world record in test run

The robot stood 169cm tall and had 95cm legs at the half marathon.
  • August 22, 2026
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Springboks face All Blacks in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry opener at Ellis Park

The Springbok starting fifteen has 850 caps within their ranks, and there is a further 193 caps on the bench.
  • August 22, 2026
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Rwanda highlights migration as a driver of jobs and economic growth

Rwanda is positioning itself as a model for how migration can support economic development, skills creation and regional integration, according to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM).
  • August 22, 2026
READ MORE

ANC in SA to unveil mayoral candidates, launch local government election manifesto

South Africa’s (SA) African National Congress (ANC) will mark two major milestones in its preparations for the 2026 Local Government Elections by announcing its mayoral candidates and launching its election manifesto.
  • August 22, 2026
READ MORE

SA Police welcome withdrawal of charges against Crime Intelligence Chief, co-accused

The South African (SA) Police Service (SAPS) has welcomed the decision by the National Prosecuting Authority and the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption to withdraw fraud and corruption charges against Crime Intelligence Divisional Commissioner Lieutenant-General Dumisani Khumalo, Brigadier Dineo Mokwele and their co-accused.
  • August 22, 2026
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Mariamo Khumalo

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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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How can Africa ensure that its young people are not only participating in the AI revolution, but helping to lead it? On #AfricaUpdate, Unathi Batyashe speaks to Dr Vuyo Nyembezi, SABC Group Executive: Technology, ahead of Channel Africa’s upcoming webinar, “Africa’s Digital Future: Innovation & Technology,” taking place on 25 August. The conversation forms part of Channel Africa’s recognition of International Youth Month and explores the rapid adoption of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies across Africa, with a particular focus on the opportunities, skills and policies needed to prepare the continent’s young population for a changing digital economy. With Africa home to the world’s youngest population, the discussion looks at why young Africans are increasingly becoming creators, innovators and drivers of technological change rather than simply consumers of it. In this conversation: How AI is changing opportunities for young Africans Why Africa’s youth could play a major role in the global AI revolution The skills young people will need for the future How innovation can be defined from an African perspective The challenges that could widen the digital divide The role of policy in supporting Africa’s technology ecosystem How broadcasters and public institutions can support digital transformation What to expect from Channel Africa’s 25 August webinar The upcoming webinar will bring together voices from across the continent to explore how Africa can shape its own digital future and ensure its youth are at the centre of that transformation. 👍 Like, subscribe and turn on notifications for more African and international news coverage from #AfricaUpdate. #AfricaUpdate #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalAfrica Lightbox link for post with description How can Africa ensure that its young people are...

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