Malawi's parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee investigating the military aircraft crash that claimed the life of Chilima, hears that the Dornier aircraft was not equipped with a cockpit voice recorder 

About 40 witnesses have testified before the parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee investigating the military aircraft crash that claimed the lives of Malawi's Vice President, Saulos Chilima, and eight others. The inquiry has revealed that the military Dornier aircraft was not equipped with either a cockp…

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is on a three-day official visit to France aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is on a three-day official visit to France aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and advancing cooperation in education, diplomacy and trade. The visit includes high-level engagements with UNESCO, French President Emmanuel Macron and senior French govern…

Future of Journalism Festival explores challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the journalism industry

Today marks the final day of the Future of Journalism Festival, being held in Nairobi, Kenya. The two-day gathering has brought together journalists, media executives, students, and digital creators to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the journalism industry. The festi…

Entries for the 2026 Simon Mabhunu Sabela Film and Television Awards extend to the 17th of July 2026

Entries for the 2026 Simon Mabhunu Sabela Film and Television Awards will officially close on 10 July 2026. This year's edition introduces expanded categories, recognising excellence across both the film and television industries. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Ayanda Halimana, Award-winning filmmaker and mul…

The Paraguayan Senate passes a motion  against Senator Celeste Amarilla after her racist remarks against France star Kylian Mbappé

The Paraguayan Senate passed a motion this week against Senator Celeste Amarilla after her racist remarks against France star Kylian Mbappé, while the Senator insulted the player again during the Senate session. Amarilla had posted a series of racist comments on X after Mbappé converted the winning…

WHO finds that millions of people are facing the physical, emotional and financial toll of cancer, a disease that claims more than 26 thousand lives every day

A report by the World Health Organisation says millions of people are facing the physical, emotional and financial toll of cancer, a disease that claims more than 26 - thousand lives every day. The WHO says with an estimated 20- point - 6 million new cases and close to ten million deaths annually, …

Eleven more migrants deported by the Trump administration  arrive in Eswatini

Eleven more migrants deported by the Trump administration under a policy of sending individuals to third countries have arrived in Eswatini from the United States. Their arrival brings the total number of deportees sent to the southern African country to 29 under a $5.1-million agreement. The deal …

Healthcare workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo down tools over delayed salary payments

Healthcare workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo have embarked on strike action over delayed salary payments, raising concerns that the protest could undermine efforts to contain the country's Ebola outbreak, which health officials say continues to spread faster than response measures. The st…

 More than 100 Malawian nationals are stranded outside the Malawian Embassy in South Africa

More than 100 Malawian nationals stranded outside the Malawian Embassy in South Africa's capital, Pretoria, are appealing to both the South African and Malawian governments for urgent assistance to return home. The group has reportedly been sleeping outside the Malawian High Commission since the be…

Emerging talent are encouraged to enter the 2026 Simon Mabhunu Sabela Film and Television Awards

Entries for the 2026 Simon Mabhunu Sabela Film and Television Awards will officially close on 10 July 2026. This year's edition introduces expanded categories, recognising excellence across both the film and television industries. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Nombulelo Mhlongo, Actress and 2025 Simon Mabhun…