The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for an independent investigation into the death of Mary Habila, a physiotherapist whose body was discovered in the residence of David Umahi, the Min…
India has formally proposed creating a virtual intelligence-sharing task force within BRICS to combat narcotics trafficking, warning that drug cartels have built sophisticated networks spanning mul…
Former President Jacob Zuma met with a Gupta brother on Indian soil, prompting sharp criticism from a South African minister who accused him of flouting his own country. The encounter, which took p…
South Africa's manufacturing sector faced renewed headwinds in June as the Purchasing Managers' Index slipped, signaling a deterioration in business conditions across the country's factories and in…
Nigeria's former Minister of Education Oby Ezekwesili has publicly endorsed Badejo-Okusanya in the race for presidency of the Nigerian Bar Association, throwing her weight behind a candidate she sa…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reached out to South Africa's traditional and customary leaders, seeking their assistance four days ahead of planned national protests scheduled for June 30. The appea…
The African National Congress has thrown its weight behind Thoko Didiza, with Secretary General Fikile Mbalula publicly defending her role in the escalating Phala Phala scandal that has engulfed Pr…
Nigerian Minister Nyesom Wike has publicly condemned the Super Eagles' failure to qualify for the World Cup, warning that the absence will cost the nation dearly in lost revenue and international e…
Millions of South Africans carrying the new smart ID card can now use it directly at Capitec, Standard Bank and FNB branches across the country, marking a significant shift in how identification in…
The United States government has announced sweeping reductions in funding allocated to South Africa's HIV response programme, a decision that could unravel years of progress in treating millions of…
A coalition of South Africa's largest carriers has formally requested that the government strip the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) of its route approval powers, alleging that bureau…
The ruling Prosperity Party in Ethiopia, led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, secured a resounding victory in the recent elections, claiming approximately 80% of the votes cast. The election results, …
A minister is a high-ranking government official who is typically in charge of a specific department or ministry, responsible for implementing policies and managing public services. Recent discussions have focused on ministers' roles in addressing pressing issues such as climate change, healthcare, and economic recovery.