South Africa introduces New Employment Rules, prioritise local workers
Under the new framework, only accredited employers will be allowed to benefit from the Trusted Employer Scheme. To qualify, companies must demonstrate meaningful investment in South Africa, employ predominantly South…
Cape Town to Replace Muizenberg’s Iconic Beach Huts as Revamp Progresses
The existing huts need to be removed from their current location as the new upgraded promenade will be further inland, the setback is approximately 2m. The setback is needed in response…
SA Sports Minister Mckenzie approves R3 Million for Hockey World Cup Campaign
Despite all these challenges, Zulu remained inspired by the success of other South African teams, echoing a sentiment that many athletes share, as there’s so much talent and potential, and to give…
Air Zimbabwe Relaunches Direct Harare–London Flights After 16-Year Hiatus
Air Zimbabwe described that the inaugural flight and reopening of the route symbolise the renewed connectivity and national progress. The airline emphasised its commitment to Zimbabwean hospitality in the skies while…
Burkina Faso Inaugurates 50MW Thermal Plant Built in Just 90 Days
The government’s target is to increase the share of renewables in the country’s energy mix to 50% by 2030, up from approximately 20% today. But beyond technical metrics, solar is…
South Africa Defends AU Talks, Dismisses Diplomatic Pressure from Ghana and Nigeria
The diplomatic tension has intensified in recent weeks amid anti-illegal migration demonstrations in parts of South Africa, as criticism from several African governments and public war of words over migration and Afrophobia have increased.
Bill Gates Praises Rwanda’s AI-Driven Healthcare Progress During Official Visit
The program is designed to integrate AI solutions across 1000 primary health clinics and surrounding communities in the span of two years. It currently has a capital of $50 million.
ECOWAS Advances $25 Billion Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline Project
The agreement signed by the ECOWAS member states gives effect to the approval granted at the 66th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Summit held in Abuja in December 2024. It also…
Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traoré says no to Sharia Law advises students to acquire skills
Muslim-majority African country Burkina Faso found it necessary to draw a clear line between state law and religious law and paid closer attention to this debate instead of dismissing it…