Renewed threats between US President Donald Trump, Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran will have to "pay the price" following reports that Iran responded to U.S. strikes with a wave of attacks targeting American assets across the Middle East.  The escalation has intensified tensions and raised fears of a broader regional conflict, threatening an…

Migration becomes flashpoint for social unrest, political contestation, economic anxiety

Across many regions, including Southern Africa and parts of Europe, migration has become a flashpoint for social unrest, political contestation, and economic anxiety. Yet, there is a growing argument that the long-term solution lies not in reactionary measures, but in strengthening democratic insti…

Nigeria takes closer look at contributors to pollution

As climate change pressures intensify and the need to cut carbon emissions becomes more urgent, Nigeria is taking a closer look at one of its biggest but often overlooked contributors to pollution, petrol and diesel generators. With millions of households and businesses relying on self-generation …

Tensions remain high in Kenya following protests against Ebola quarantine centre

Tensions remain high in Kenya, where protests against a proposed Ebola quarantine centre for US citizens have turned deadly. Reports indicate that a demonstrator was shot during clashes with police, while concerns continue to grow over transparency, public health risks, and the government's handli…

Malawian nationals return home after many years in SA

As migration tensions continue to rise in South Africa (SA), the repatriation of foreign nationals is becoming an increasingly visible and sensitive issue.  Among those affected are Malawian nationals who returned home to Malawi, many after years of living and working in SA. Their return raises im…

Geopolitical challenges facing countries around the world are interconnected

Haiti's Ambassador to South Africa (SA), Jean Pierre Pillard, says the geopolitical challenges facing countries around the world are interconnected and require collective responses. Speaking exclusively with Channel Africa at the Haitian Embassy in Waterkloof, Pretoria , Pillard stressed that inst…

 SA mining under the spotlight at the Junior Indaba 2026

South Africa's (SA) mining future is under the spotlight at Junior Indaba 2026 in Johannesburg, where industry leaders are exploring ways to attract investment, boost exploration and develop the next generation of mining professionals. As the custodian of the country's geoscience data, the Council…

Rising fuel prices strains emerging businesses, rural economies

Rising fuel prices and supply pressures continue to strain emerging businesses and rural economies in South Africa, where limited access to capital and infrastructure remains a major barrier for young entrepreneurs. Franchising offers structure and support, while independent ownership brings great…

South Africa’s BMA confirms successful repatriation of second group of Ghanaian nationals

The South African Border Management Authority (BMA) has confirmed the successful repatriation of a second group of Ghanaian nationals from South Africa. A total of 663 Ghanaians were processed through OR Tambo International Airport over the weekend in an operation coordinated by the Port Management…

South Africa’s immigration policy a sensitive and complex issue

South Africa’s immigration policy is back in focus following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address to the nation, where he touched on governance, security and the socio-economic pressures facing the country. Immigration remains a sensitive and complex issue, closely linked to border management, econo…