African Union chairperson and Angolan President, João Lourenço, will spearhead negotiations to resolve the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has endorsed the SADC Extraordinary Summit's decision to withdraw peacekeeping troops from the east of the country. Ramaphosa says a ceasefire and dialogue are crucial for achieving lasting peace in the DRC.  

For more Thami Ngubeni spoke to Maomela Motau, a former South African National Defence Force Lieutenant-General.

African Union chairperson and Angolan President, Jo&atilde;o Louren&ccedil;o, will spearhead negotiations to resolve the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has endorsed the SADC Extraordinary Summit's decision to withdraw peacekeeping troops from the east of the country. Ramaphosa says a ceasefire and dialogue are crucial for achieving lasting peace in the DRC. &nbsp;
For more Thami Ngubeni spoke to Maomela Motau, a former South African National Defence Force Lieutenant-General.

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 SADC to withdraw peacekeeping troops from the DRC

South Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) says it expects to process more than 25,000 travellers daily over the Easter weekend. In the first four days of Operation Easter 2026, at least 71,803 travellers have already crossed Mozambique's borders, with peak volumes still anticipated later in the day. The BMA adds that the Easter long weekend is the second-busiest travel period of the year. Lulu Gaboo spoke to the Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Mmemme Mogotsi..

South Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) says it expects to process more than 25,000 travellers daily over the Easter weekend. In the first four days of Operation Easter 2026, at least 71,803 travellers have already crossed Mozambique's borders, with peak volumes still anticipated later in the day. The BMA adds that the Easter long weekend is the second-busiest travel period of the year. Lulu Gaboo spoke to the Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Mmemme Mogotsi..

Travellers volumes expected to increase across various points of entry

As the world marks, World Autism Day, families and communities worldwide are recognising the dignity and worth of all autistic people and advocating for policies that promote neuro-inclusive environments in health, education, workplaces, sports and other sectors. Globally, 1 in 127 people is diagnosed with autism, a lifelong neuro-developmental condition affecting social interaction, communication and behaviour. Autism is among the top 10 brain health conditions contributing to health loss globally. Lulu Gaboo spoke to the  Free State Regional Development Officer at Autism South Africa, Selinah Jele

As the world marks, World Autism Day, families and communities worldwide are recognising the dignity and worth of all autistic people and advocating for policies that promote neuro-inclusive environments in health, education, workplaces, sports and other sectors. Globally, 1 in 127 people is diagnosed with autism, a lifelong neuro-developmental condition affecting social interaction, communication and behaviour. Autism is among the top 10 brain health conditions contributing to health loss globally. Lulu Gaboo spoke to the &nbsp;Free State Regional Development Officer at Autism South Africa, Selinah Jele

On World Autism Day families and communities continue to advocate for policies that promote neuro-inclusive environments in education and other sectors

The United Kingdom is set to host a virtual meeting involving around 35 countries to address efforts to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which has been severely disrupted by the ongoing Middle East conflict. Speaking to the media, Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the meeting will explore all viable diplomatic and political options to restore freedom of navigation, ensure the safety of stranded ships and seafarers, and resume the flow of critical commodities. This comes after remarks by Donald Trump, who warned that it would have serious implications for the future of NATO if member states fail to assist in reopening the Strait. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Prof Christopher Isike, a Professor of African Politics and International Relations in the Department of Political Sciences, University of Pretoria.

The United Kingdom is set to host a virtual meeting involving around 35 countries to address efforts to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which has been severely disrupted by the ongoing Middle East conflict. Speaking to the media, Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the meeting will explore all viable diplomatic and political options to restore freedom of navigation, ensure the safety of stranded ships and seafarers, and resume the flow of critical commodities. This comes after remarks by Donald Trump, who warned that it would have serious implications for the future of NATO if member states fail to assist in reopening the Strait. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Prof Christopher Isike, a Professor of African Politics and International Relations in the Department of Political Sciences, University of Pretoria.

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