Guinea Political Landscape Shaken as 40 Parties Are Disbanded

Guinea has just dissolved 40 political parties, including its three main opposition groups, in a move that critics say signals a further consolidation of power under President Mamady Doumbouya. To help us unpack what this means for democracy and stability in the country, Professor Douglas Yates, a …

SA's Public Sector Trainers Gather in Boksburg for 24th National Training Conference

South Africa's 24th Public Sector Trainers' Forum Conference opens today in Boksburg,east of Johannesburg -  bringing together government learning and development practitioners from across the country. Joining us live now is Phindile Mkwanazi, Acting Principal of the National School of Government, …

Round Up Wrap with resident analyst Mighti Jamie

On the Round Up Wrap segment of the show resident analyst Mighti Jamie, to talk to us about some of the stories highlighted earlier as well as throw forward to the week ahead.

UN Rights Chief Calls for Immediate Calm Amid Bombings Across Iran, Israel, and Lebanon

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has condemned the escalating Middle East crisis, bombings, killings, and humanitarian destruction across Iran, Israel, Lebanon, and Gulf countries. Speaking in a media briefing held on Friday, Turk urged immediate de-escalation, ad…

SADC Senior Officials Meet in Pretoria Ahead of Council of Ministers Talks

Regional senior officials from across Southern Africa gathered in Pretoria over the past weekend for a two day Ordinary Meeting of the 45th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Council of Ministers, setting the stage for high-level ministerial discussions later this week. The Minesterial C…

Calls Grow for New Gulf Defence Alliance Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Tensions in the Gulf region are escalating after unprovoked attacks on Iran by Israel and the United States, raising questions about regional security arrangements and the presence of US military bases. In his recent article for the Middle East Monitor, Thembisa Fakude highlights the call by former…

INTERNATIONAInternational Women's Day Highlights Rights and Justice for Women and GirlsL WOMEN -RISE AND SHINE PODCAST

Sunday marked International Women's Day, an occassion aimed at placing a spotlight on women's achievements and focus on advancing women's rights across the globe . This year's theme is Rights, Justice, Action, For ALL Women and Girls and according to the United Nations, the focus aligns with the 70…

Flash Floods Kill 23 in Nairobi as Rescue Efforts Continue

Flash floods have swept through Nairobi this past weekend, leaving at least 23 people dead and dozens of vehicles washed away. Emergency responders, including soldiers, are on the ground rescuing residents, while relief supplies are being distributed to affected families. Flights at Nairobi's main …

Channel Africa ''Africa Matters' to Spotlight Climate Finance and Africa's Recovery

As we countdown to the launch of Channel Africa's event - Africa Matters we continue to speak to some of the influential voices who will be part of the launch. A first of its kind at Channel Africa - Africa Matters is a platform that aims to engage and find solutions on critical issues on developme…

SA's Parliament Probes Claims of Corruption in Police and Justice System

That report by Abongwe Kobokana from Parliament in Cape Town. The testimony by private investigator Paul O'Sullivan is part of a wider investigation by South Africa's Parliament into allegations that elements within the country's police and justice system may have been compromised by corruption or …