South Africa and Germany have reaffirmed their long-standing strategic partnership following the 12th Meeting of the German-South African Bi-National Commission held in Berlin. The meeting comes at a symbolic time, coinciding with South Africa's 32 years as a democratic nation and 37 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall. South Africa's Minister of International Relatiosn and Coperation Ronald Lamola and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul led discussions on strengthening bilateral cooperation, as well as addressing peace and security challenges in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe filed this report.

South Africa and Germany have reaffirmed their long-standing strategic partnership following the 12th Meeting of the German-South African Bi-National Commission held in Berlin. The meeting comes at a symbolic time, coinciding with South Africa's 32 years as a democratic nation and 37 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall. South Africa's Minister of International Relatiosn and Coperation Ronald Lamola and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul led discussions on strengthening bilateral cooperation, as well as addressing peace and security challenges in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe filed this report.

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South Africa and Germany reaffirm long-standing strategic partnership

Authorities in Nigeria say they have arrested a 33-member gang linked to a deadly November 18 attack on a church in Kwara State, where 38 worshippers were abducted. According to police spokesperson Anthony Okon Placid, the suspects were apprehended through coordinated raids across Kwara and neighbouring Kogi State, as part of a broader nationwide crackdown on violent crime. The group is also believed to be responsible for a string of kidnappings, cattle rustling, and armed robberies—highlighting the persistent and evolving security challenges facing the country. Mpho Sithole spoke to Dr. Diyeli Aigbe, Criminologist, global security consultant and lecturer at Caleb University in the Department of criminologist and security studies in Lagos Nigeria

Authorities in Nigeria say they have arrested a 33-member gang linked to a deadly November 18 attack on a church in Kwara State, where 38 worshippers were abducted. According to police spokesperson Anthony Okon Placid, the suspects were apprehended through coordinated raids across Kwara and neighbouring Kogi State, as part of a broader nationwide crackdown on violent crime. The group is also believed to be responsible for a string of kidnappings, cattle rustling, and armed robberies&mdash;highlighting the persistent and evolving security challenges facing the country. Mpho Sithole spoke to Dr. Diyeli Aigbe, Criminologist, global security consultant and lecturer at Caleb University in the Department of criminologist and security studies in Lagos Nigeria

Nigerian authorities arrest a 33-member gang linked to church attack in Kwara State

The Families whose loved ones died more than a decade ago after being moved from a registered Life Esidimeni hospital have welcomed the decision by the South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority( NPA) to prosecute those responsible for the deaths of the 141 patients. In 2024, a judge ruled that former head of the Gauteng Provincial Health Department, Qedani Mahlangu and Mental Health Director Dr Makgabo Manamela can be held criminally liable for some of the deaths...Sisi Segalo has more on the story

The Families whose loved ones died more than a decade ago after being moved from a registered Life Esidimeni hospital have welcomed the decision by the South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority( NPA) to prosecute those responsible for the deaths of the 141 patients. In 2024, a judge ruled that former head of the Gauteng Provincial Health Department, Qedani Mahlangu and Mental Health Director Dr Makgabo Manamela can be held criminally liable for some of the deaths...Sisi Segalo has more on the story

 Life Esidimeni victims families welcome decision to prosecute those responsible for death of 141 patients

A new report by leading aid organisations, including the Norwegian Refugee Council, Action Against Hunger, CARE International, International Rescue Committee, and Mercy Corps, paints a devastating picture of life in Sudan, where war is pushing millions toward famine. The report reveals that families are surviving on one meal a day or less, often relying on dangerous journeys across active frontlines just to access food. After nearly three years of conflict, the country's food system has been systematically dismantled, with farms destroyed, markets disrupted, and communities left to survive through extraordinary resilience. Mpho Sithole spoke to Mathilde Vu, Advocacy Manager, at the Norwegian Refugee Council who is in Darfur.

A new report by leading aid organisations, including the Norwegian Refugee Council, Action Against Hunger, CARE International, International Rescue Committee, and Mercy Corps, paints a devastating picture of life in Sudan, where war is pushing millions toward famine. The report reveals that families are surviving on one meal a day or less, often relying on dangerous journeys across active frontlines just to access food. After nearly three years of conflict, the country's food system has been systematically dismantled, with farms destroyed, markets disrupted, and communities left to survive through extraordinary resilience. Mpho Sithole spoke to Mathilde Vu, Advocacy Manager, at the Norwegian Refugee Council who is in Darfur.

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