SA Scientists spot most distant ultra-steep radio Halo using MeerKAT

A team of South African scientists using the South African Radio Observatory's (SARAO), MeerKAT radio telescope, has spotted a rare and extremely faint radio glow coming from a huge cluster of galaxies about 7 billion light-years away.  This type of glow - called an ultra-steep-spectrum radio halo…

Judgment puts SA legal fraternity on notice over template affidavits

A recent judgment in South Africa has put the legal fraternity on notice, as confirmatory affidavits can no longer be treated as administrative paperwork. In a recent case, the court dismissed one party's reliance on confirmatory affidavits because the witnesses provided nothing more than boilerpla…

Central Africa wrap with Geopolitical analyst, Aaron Ng'ambi

We turn now to developments across Central Africa, where political transitions, humanitarian crises, and shifting regional alliances continue to shape the outlook for millions. The Central African Republic is preparing for a crucial election later this month amid growing concerns about insecurity a…

Day two of ACCA Africa Convention kicks off in Mombasa

Day two of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Africa Members' Convention is set to begin in Mombasa in the next few hours. Delegates are expected to build on yesterday's discussions, which focused on technology, professional visibility and the evolving role of accountants across the…

US Blocks South Africa From Upcoming G20 Sherpa Meeting

The G20 Presidency - the United States, has effectively blocked South Africa from taking part in next week's Sherpa meeting - citing claims, widely dismissed as false, that white South Africans are being persecuted.  The Sherpa meeting forms the first round of discussions ahead of the next G20 cyc…

Zimbabwe's LEAD party condemns Trump's G20 remarks as racist, neo-colonial

Zimbabwe's Labour Economists and Afrikan Democrats, LEAD, have issued a strong condemnation of US president Donald Trump's recent remarks on South Africa and the G20, describing them as racist, false, and rooted in neo-colonial thinking. The party says the comments undermine African sovereignty an…

West Africa wrap with Political Scientist and Conflict resolution analyst, Dr David Matsanga

Now we look at some of the stories making headlines in the West Africa region and we speak to Political Scientist and Conflict resolution analyst, Dr David Matsanga TALKING POINTS ** Nigeria has granted asylum to Guinea-Bissau's presidential candidate Fernando Dias da Costa, just days after a co…

SA, Mozambique relations in focus as Ramaphosa visits Maputo

President Cyril Ramaphosa is in Maputo for the 4th South Africa-Mozambique Bi-National Commission, a platform aimed at strengthening political, economic, and security cooperation between the two neighbours. Over the next two days, the President will hold bilateral talks, address the opening sessio…

Humanitarian crisis worsens as conflict displaces families in northern Mozambique

In northern Mozambique, escalating conflict has forced tens of thousands to flee, leaving host communities and humanitarian agencies under severe strain. Many families lack basic food, water, and shelter, while insecurity hampers aid delivery. UNHCR warns that $38.2 million will be needed in 2026 …

SA's suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu testifies amid allegations of ties to criminal syndicates

Suspended South African Police Minister Senzo Mchunu testified at the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday amid serious corruption allegations. KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has accused Mchunu of unlawfully disbanding the National Political Killings Task Team and suggested…