French is no longer a Malian official language.

The French language will however be the working language. 

13 other national languages spoken in the country are reported to receive official language status.

Khumbelo Munzhelele discusses what this means for Mali with political commentator and economist, Kassoum Coulibaly.

French is no longer a Malian official language.
The French language will however be the working language. 
13 other national languages spoken in the country are reported to receive official language status.
Khumbelo Munzhelele discusses what this means for Mali with political commentator and economist, Kassoum Coulibaly.

THE LEGACY OF MAMA AFRICA – ADV SIPHO MANTULA TALKS ABOUT THE LEGENDARY CAREER OF MIRRIAM MAKEBA

This year, The Miriam Makeba Foundation has urged people around the world to celebrate Dr Miriam Makeba known around the world as "Mama Africa".

To speak more about the importance of her legacy in modern day Africa Adv. Sipho Mantula of the University of SA (UNISA) speaks Makeba legacy on Afrika Tonight.

THE LEGACY OF MAMA AFRICA – ADV SIPHO MANTULA TALKS ABOUT THE LEGENDARY CAREER OF MIRRIAM MAKEBA This year, The Miriam Makeba Foundation has urged people around the world to celebrate Dr Miriam Makeba known around the world as "Mama Africa".
To speak more about the importance of her legacy in modern day Africa Adv. Sipho Mantula of the University of SA (UNISA) speaks Makeba legacy on Afrika Tonight.

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Mali drops French as official language with Kassoum Coulibaly

In this episode, Mmatsheko Mosito speaks to Moses Ngubeni, CEO of the Limpopo Tourism Agency, about the agency’s exciting new Winter Campaign, launched in the breathtaking Kruger National Park in May 2025.

Often called the ‘Province of Two Summers,’ Limpopo is showcasing its all year round magic, and Ngubeni shares how this campaign aims to boost tourism, spotlight hidden gems, and invite the world to experience Limpopo like never before...

In this episode, Mmatsheko Mosito speaks to Moses Ngubeni, CEO of the Limpopo Tourism Agency, about the agency&rsquo;s exciting new Winter Campaign, launched in the breathtaking Kruger National Park in May 2025.
Often called the &lsquo;Province of Two Summers,&rsquo; Limpopo is showcasing its all year round magic, and Ngubeni shares how this campaign aims to boost tourism, spotlight hidden gems, and invite the world to experience Limpopo like never before...

Limpopo Tourism Agency launches exciting new Winter Campaign

Today, we explore how modern fathers are shifting the narrative, from being seen solely as providers to becoming emotionally present, nurturing, and actively involved in their children’s lives.

We’re joined by Andile Maposa, Technical Leader and Digital Content Architect at Heartlines, to discuss The Fathers Matter WhatsApp Coach, a digital tool designed to support and empower fathers in their parenting journey.

Today, we explore how modern fathers are shifting the narrative, from being seen solely as providers to becoming emotionally present, nurturing, and actively involved in their children&rsquo;s lives.
We&rsquo;re joined by Andile Maposa, Technical Leader and Digital Content Architect at Heartlines, to discuss The Fathers Matter WhatsApp Coach, a digital tool designed to support and empower fathers in their parenting journey.

Father’s Matter: Redefining Fatherhood in the 21st Century

In this soul-deep conversation, Bahatii joins us to unpack the heart behind her new music and the fierce grace fuelling her groundbreaking podcast series. 

From sacred songwriting to unfiltered storytelling, she opens up about healing the inner girl, reclaiming voice, and why now is the time for radical truth-telling. A powerful dialogue on music, memory, and making space for women’s lived experience

In this soul-deep conversation, Bahatii joins us to unpack the heart behind her new music and the fierce grace fuelling her groundbreaking&nbsp;podcast&nbsp;series.&nbsp;
From sacred songwriting to unfiltered storytelling, she opens up about healing the inner girl, reclaiming voice, and why now is the time for radical truth-telling. A powerful dialogue on music, memory, and making space for women&rsquo;s lived experience

Mali drops French as official language with Kassoum Coulibaly

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