Africa Day 2026 is being commemorated today across the continent under the African Union's continued call for unity, development and social cohesion. The day marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity, now the African Union, in 1963. But amid ongoing tensions around migration and growing calls for African solidarity, many say the day is also a reminder of the work still needed to build a united continent. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports... 

Africa Day 2026 is being commemorated today across the continent under the African Union's continued call for unity, development and social cohesion. The day marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity, now the African Union, in 1963. But amid ongoing tensions around migration and growing calls for African solidarity, many say the day is also a reminder of the work still needed to build a united continent. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports...&nbsp;

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Africa Day 2026 is being commemorated across the continent under the African Union's continued call for unity

Corruption Watch has released its 14th annual corruption report on South Africa, titled "Ke Nako (means it is time): Mobilising for justice".  The title is in line with the organisation's new development path of Vision 2030 that will define its strategic direction for the next four years. Corruption Watch says that in 2025, it received over 2,000 corruption complaints, 91 per cent of which were corruption-related. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Lebogang Ramafoko, Executive Director at Corruption Watch..

Corruption Watch has released its 14th annual corruption report on South Africa, titled "Ke Nako (means it is time): Mobilising for justice". &nbsp;The title is in line with the organisation's new development path of Vision 2030 that will define its strategic direction for the next four years. Corruption Watch says that in 2025, it received over 2,000 corruption complaints, 91 per cent of which were corruption-related. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Lebogang Ramafoko, Executive Director at Corruption Watch..

Corruption Watch has released its 14th annual corruption report on South Africa

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, intensifying the political uncertainty in a country already facing a debt crisis and prolonged negotiations with the International Monetary Fund. Meanwhile, the speaker of Senegal's parliament, El Malick Ndiaye, has indicated that he will also step down, further deepening the political turmoil. His resignation paves the way for the ousted Sonko to contest for the position of head of parliament, where his Pastef party commands a strong majority. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Senegal-based journalist, Mamadou Thior... 

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, intensifying the political uncertainty in a country already facing a debt crisis and prolonged negotiations with the International Monetary Fund. Meanwhile, the speaker of Senegal's parliament, El Malick Ndiaye, has indicated that he will also step down, further deepening the political turmoil. His resignation paves the way for the ousted Sonko to contest for the position of head of parliament, where his Pastef party commands a strong majority. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Senegal-based journalist, Mamadou Thior...&nbsp;

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government

Today marks Africa Day, with the African Union celebrating the occasion under the theme: "Sixty-three (63) Years of Unity, Integration and Development - Let's Celebrate Together." In South Africa, Freedom Park says it is using the day to reaffirm its commitment to a peaceful and prosperous Africa. The institution continues to champion the Silencing the Guns initiative, a flagship programme of the AU aimed at ending all wars and civil conflicts across the continent. Lulu Gaboo spoke to "Silencing the Guns" initiative convenor, Dr Sello Galane.

Today marks Africa Day, with the African Union celebrating the occasion under the theme: "Sixty-three (63) Years of Unity, Integration and Development - Let's Celebrate Together." In South Africa, Freedom Park says it is using the day to reaffirm its commitment to a peaceful and prosperous Africa. The institution continues to champion the Silencing the Guns initiative, a flagship programme of the AU aimed at ending all wars and civil conflicts across the continent. Lulu Gaboo spoke to "Silencing the Guns" initiative convenor, Dr Sello Galane.

Africa Day 2026 is being commemorated across the continent under the African Union's continued call for unity

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