Sudan has lifted its 20-month ban on Kenyan tea imports, restoring access to one of East Africa's largest consumer markets.

Kenya exports approximately 70 million US dollars worth of tea to Sudan annually during peak years.

The decision takes immediate effect following high-level diplomatic talks between the two countries.

The ban was imposed in March 2025 after Khartoum accused Nairobi of hosting members of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Kenyan President William Ruto says the move will restore market access for Kenyan exporters and help protect the livelihoods of tea farmers.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Francis Sang, a Kenya-based economist... 

Sudan has lifted its 20-month ban on Kenyan tea imports, restoring access to one of East Africa's largest consumer markets.
Kenya exports approximately 70 million US dollars worth of tea to Sudan annually during peak years.
The decision takes immediate effect following high-level diplomatic talks between the two countries.
The ban was imposed in March 2025 after Khartoum accused Nairobi of hosting members of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Kenyan President William Ruto says the move will restore market access for Kenyan exporters and help protect the livelihoods of tea farmers.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Francis Sang, a Kenya-based economist...&nbsp;

Sudan has lifted its 20-month ban on Kenyan tea imports

The United Nations has announced an eight-million-dollar allocation to help communities in Mali prepare for drought before it strikes.

This follows a three-day visit by the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Tom Fletcher, who has called for greater international support as the country's humanitarian response plan remains less than one-third funded.

Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports...

The United Nations has announced an eight-million-dollar allocation to help communities in Mali prepare for drought before it strikes.
This follows a three-day visit by the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Tom Fletcher, who has called for greater international support as the country's humanitarian response plan remains less than one-third funded.
Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports...

UN announces an eight-million-dollar allocation to help communities in Mali prepare for drought

Business leaders from Southern Africa and other regions are meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, for the 13th CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa. Organised by The European House – Ambrosetti (TEHA), the summit has brought together approximately 200 chief executives, government ministers, central bank governors, investors and economists.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Nhlanhla Nene, Chairperson of TEHA Africa, Financial and Fiscal.

Business leaders from Southern Africa and other regions are meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, for the 13th CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa. Organised by The European House &ndash; Ambrosetti (TEHA), the summit has brought together approximately 200 chief executives, government ministers, central bank governors, investors and economists.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Nhlanhla Nene, Chairperson of TEHA Africa, Financial and Fiscal.

Business leaders from the SADC region meet at 13th CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa

South Africa’s Department of Social Development is calling for stronger partnerships between the government, civil society and communities to improve care and support for children with disabilities and their families.

The call comes as South Africa observes Disability Rights Awareness Month this November, amid concerns over limited access to specialised care and support services for children with severe to profound intellectual disabilities.

Channel Africa’s Lebogang Mabange reports.

South Africa&rsquo;s Department of Social Development is calling for stronger partnerships between the government, civil society and communities to improve care and support for children with disabilities and their families.
The call comes as South Africa observes Disability Rights Awareness Month this November, amid concerns over limited access to specialised care and support services for children with severe to profound intellectual disabilities.
Channel Africa&rsquo;s Lebogang Mabange reports.

South Africa’s Department of Social Development calls for stronger partnerships to support children with disabilities

Access to justice remains a fundamental pillar of democracy, human rights and the rule of law. As South Africa hosts the International Conference on Access to Justice, discussions are focusing on strengthening legal institutions and ensuring that justice is accessible to all.

On the second day, the High-Level Segment on Legal Bodies brings together key stakeholders to examine the role of professional legal institutions in advancing this objective.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Machini Motloung, President of the Law Society of South Africa, about the legal profession’s responsibility to address barriers to justice, strengthen public confidence in the legal system and ensure that no one is left behind.

Access to justice remains a fundamental pillar of democracy, human rights and the rule of law. As South Africa hosts the International Conference on Access to Justice, discussions are focusing on strengthening legal institutions and ensuring that justice is accessible to all.
On the second day, the High-Level Segment on Legal Bodies brings together key stakeholders to examine the role of professional legal institutions in advancing this objective.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Machini Motloung, President of the Law Society of South Africa, about the legal profession&rsquo;s responsibility to address barriers to justice, strengthen public confidence in the legal system and ensure that no one is left behind.

Delegates at International Conference on Access to Justice say access to justice remains a fundamental pillar of democracy, human rights and the rule of law

The government of eSwatini says its nationwide business inspections are aimed at enforcing existing laws and are not targeting any particular nationality. The Ministry of Commerce says more than 3 200 businesses have been inspected, with 69.4% found to be non-compliant.

This follows the adoption of a recommendation by eSwatini’s Parliament giving foreign-owned businesses operating unlawfully 12 months to regularise their operations or face closure. The government says the exercise is intended to strengthen regulatory compliance and expand economic opportunities for emaSwati.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Benjamin Simelane, Chief Executive Officer of the Federation of eSwatini Business Community.

The government of eSwatini says its nationwide business inspections are aimed at enforcing existing laws and are not targeting any particular nationality. The Ministry of Commerce says more than 3 200 businesses have been inspected, with 69.4% found to be non-compliant.
This follows the adoption of a recommendation by eSwatini&rsquo;s Parliament giving foreign-owned businesses operating unlawfully 12 months to regularise their operations or face closure. The government says the exercise is intended to strengthen regulatory compliance and expand economic opportunities for emaSwati.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Benjamin Simelane, Chief Executive Officer of the Federation of eSwatini Business Community.

eSwatini government closes foreign-owned businesses as enforcement of legislation intensifies

Angola is marking 51 years of independence today, commemorating its liberation from Portuguese colonial rule on November 11, 1975. The country’s independence followed a 14-year armed struggle for national liberation, which began in 1961 and was led by nationalist movements, including the Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), under the leadership of the country’s first President, Agostinho Neto.

The Alvor Agreement, signed in January 1975, paved the way for the end of Portuguese colonial rule and the historic declaration of independence later that year.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Evaldo Evangelista, Chief of Staff in the Presidency of the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA).

Angola is marking 51 years of independence today, commemorating its liberation from Portuguese colonial rule on November 11, 1975. The country&rsquo;s independence followed a 14-year armed struggle for national liberation, which began in 1961 and was led by nationalist movements, including the Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), under the leadership of the country&rsquo;s first President, Agostinho Neto.
The Alvor Agreement, signed in January 1975, paved the way for the end of Portuguese colonial rule and the historic declaration of independence later that year.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Evaldo Evangelista, Chief of Staff in the Presidency of the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA).

Angola marks 51 years of independence from Portuguese colonial rule

Nine Zimbabwean nationals have been arrested in South Africa for allegedly attempting to travel to Russia to fight in the ongoing war against Ukraine. South African authorities say the arrests were made at OR Tambo International Airport and at a hotel in Bruma, east of Johannesburg.

The suspects are accused of attempting to leave the country to join the conflict on Russia’s side. Several African nationals, including citizens of Kenya, Ghana and South Africa, have reportedly travelled to Russia to fight in the war. Some are alleged to have been lured by promises of lucrative employment, only to discover that they were being recruited for military service in Ukraine.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Security Strategist and retired Interpol Ambassador Andy Mashaile.

Nine Zimbabwean nationals have been arrested in South Africa for allegedly attempting to travel to Russia to fight in the ongoing war against Ukraine. South African authorities say the arrests were made at OR Tambo International Airport and at a hotel in Bruma, east of Johannesburg.
The suspects are accused of attempting to leave the country to join the conflict on Russia&rsquo;s side. Several African nationals, including citizens of Kenya, Ghana and South Africa, have reportedly travelled to Russia to fight in the war. Some are alleged to have been lured by promises of lucrative employment, only to discover that they were being recruited for military service in Ukraine.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Security Strategist and retired Interpol Ambassador Andy Mashaile.

Concerns over Russian war recruitment as nine Zimbabwean nationals are arrested in South Africa

The African Union’s Representative for the Horn of Africa, Jakaya Kikwete, has called on the United Nations Security Council to support security reforms and inclusive political dialogue in South Sudan ahead of elections scheduled for December 22, 2026.

Addressing the Security Council yesterday, Kikwete warned that holding elections without adequate security arrangements and political consensus could undermine the fragile 2018 peace agreement and push the country back into widespread conflict.

South Sudan, which gained independence from Sudan in 2011, has repeatedly postponed elections amid ongoing political and security challenges.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Dr Alexander Rusero, Executive Director at the Professor Rukudzo Joseph Murapa Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance.

The African Union&rsquo;s Representative for the Horn of Africa, Jakaya Kikwete, has called on the United Nations Security Council to support security reforms and inclusive political dialogue in South Sudan ahead of elections scheduled for December 22, 2026.
Addressing the Security Council yesterday, Kikwete warned that holding elections without adequate security arrangements and political consensus could undermine the fragile 2018 peace agreement and push the country back into widespread conflict.
South Sudan, which gained independence from Sudan in 2011, has repeatedly postponed elections amid ongoing political and security challenges.
Lulu Gaboo spoke to Dr Alexander Rusero, Executive Director at the Professor Rukudzo Joseph Murapa Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance.

Kikwete calls on UN Security Council to support security reforms and inclusive political dialogue in South Sudan

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says drones and drought pose a threat to children in Sudan. UNICEF has raised the alarm over unprecedented attacks on the country’s infrastructure, including attacks involving drones travelling up to 1 500 kilometres before hitting their targets.

The UN agency’s warning comes amid ongoing fighting between former allies turned military rivals, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Thuto Ngobeni has more.

The United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) says drones and drought pose a threat to children in Sudan. UNICEF has raised the alarm over unprecedented attacks on the country&rsquo;s infrastructure, including attacks involving drones travelling up to 1 500 kilometres before hitting their targets.
The UN agency&rsquo;s warning comes amid ongoing fighting between former allies turned military rivals, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Thuto Ngobeni has more.

Drones and drought threaten children in Sudan: UNICEF

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