Tech Giants May Be Using Blood Minerals Linked to DRC Rebel Group
The investigation by campaign group Global Witness highlights the growing challenge facing the global technology industry as demand rises for […]
Africa
50 Years Later, the Spirit of Exclusion Lives On
On this anniversary of Youth Day half a century later, we must pause and reflect on the core message behind the tragedy of the Soweto Uprising. The battle against exclusion.
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Youth Day 2026: Advancing Inclusion, Equality, and Opportunity for All
Today, 16 June, we remember the courage, resilience, and determination of the youth who stood against oppression, injustice, and the brutality of the apartheid regime.
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Our Youth Does Not Believe in Superficial Celebrations for the Sake of Political Symbolism
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) Youth does not believe in superficial celebrations for the sake of political symbolism. Today’s young people are not apathetic. We are one of the most outspoken and engaged generations to date. We are not afraid to speak our minds on social media. We care about our communities. We care […]
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Congo Ebola Cases Climb to 782 as Outbreak Spreads
The Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed 782 Ebola cases, including 181 deaths, as the country’s worst outbreak in years […]
Pianist Abdullah Ibrahim Crafted a Magnificent New Culture for South Africa
He embodied a special brand of multiple identities and belief systems, and took them to the world.
South Africa’s Standard Bank Wants to Be Kenya’s Top Lender
South Africa’s Standard Bank aims to become Kenya’s largest lender by 2030, as it seeks to expand its presence in […]
Ma Vesta Smith: Why This Unsung Activist Matters 50 Years After the Soweto Uprising
She was a trusted mentor to young militants whose 1976 uprising shaped the country forever.
Sharks, Seals, Hunters, Tourists – How Wildlife-Human Interactions Matter for Conservation
From Cape Town’s kelp forests to debates over hunting and sharks, human relationships with wildlife are reshaping conservation across South Africa.
Gauteng’s Agricultural Potential Underutilised
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) emphasised in the debate on the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s 2026/27 budget that the province’s agricultural potential is underutilised. Although Gauteng is the smallest province in South Africa, it remains the economic heartbeat of the country. That is precisely why every hectare of productive agricultural land […]
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OPINION: Inclusive Omnichannel Communication Is Key to Driving Financial Inclusion in Africa
Across Africa, financial inclusion is no longer limited by the availability of financial services – it is limited by whether […]
Forced Labour in West African Cybercrime Academies: How Fear Traps Young Men
Understanding what drives recruitment into these academies is not a defence of fraud. It is a precondition for dismantling it.
Ethiopia Plans Bigger Budget for Next Fiscal Year as Iran War Raises Costs
Ethiopia expects government spending to rise sharply in the 2026/27 fiscal year as the economic fallout from the Iran war […]
Auditor-General Findings Expose Serious Concerns About City of Cape Town Procurement Practices
The Auditor-General's findings regarding procurement processes within the City of Cape Town have vindicated concerns that residents, community activists, and opposition parties have been raising for years.
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Zipline Is Lifting Rural Incomes and Cutting Child Deaths, but Long-Term Impact Remains Unclear
If new studies are correct, the implications of Zipline’s drone logistics network in Africa extend well beyond the health sector […]
Do Aid Cuts Fuel Violent Conflict in Africa? How to Promote Peace
In areas that had received the most American aid, the probability of conflict increased by 3.1 percentage points.
United Capital Makes History as first Foreign Bank to Win Ethiopian Banking Licence
Nigeria’s United Capital Group has become the first foreign financial institution to receive an investment banking licence in Ethiopia. The […]
Engagement Requested on Use of E-scooters in Stellenbosch
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) notes with concern the Stellenbosch Municipality’s plans to put a stop to the operations of GoNow e-Scooters in Stellenbosch. The party calls on all role players to pursue constructive engagement rather than unilateral action. While the Freedom Front Plus recognises the need for appropriate safety measures, the party is […]
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Anti-foreigner Violence in South Africa Is Easily Sparked: What Hasn’t Been Done to Deal With It
Several key actions that could help are not yet on the table, including mobilising other political parties as well as civic society to fight anti-foreigner hysteria.
IMF Approves Rwanda Credit Facility to Cushion External Shocks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a new $250 million Extended Credit Facility for Rwanda, providing fresh financial support […]
Kenya Plans to Sell Its Citizens’ Data. They Were Never Asked.
The Ruto government wants to turn eCitizen records into a national revenue stream. Critics say the plan trades public trust […]
South Africa’s Anti-migrant Campaigns Use the Language of Democracy: Why That’s Dangerous
Organisations behind the wave of xenophobia use the language of participation, community and people’s power to justify marginalisation.
Washington Is Courting Namibia as Uranium Race With China Intensifies
In the red dust of Namibia’s central plateau, where uranium-bearing rock has quietly underpinned China’s nuclear ambitions for years, a […]
A Chinese Mining Giant Is Planning a Lithium Processing Plant in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe sits on some of the world’s fastest-growing reserves of lithium, a mineral that has moved from niche industrial input […]