Madagascar’s ruling regime falls amid Gen Z-led protests

New Delhi, Oct 15: Madagascar’s fragile democracy has once again been toppled. After weeks of street protests led by the country’s frustrated young generation, an elite military unit announced it had seized power from President Andry Rajoelina,...

MTN MoMo’s Expansion Tests the Limits of Africa’s Mobile Money Map

MTN’s mobile money operation has shifted from a domestic add-on to a continental engine. Its footprint now links markets where banks still have shallow reach and informal cash systems persist. The bigger story is how MoMo’s growth collides with...

'Give credit' - Former African POTY gushes over Onyeka's stunning volley against Benin

Frank Onyeka ensured the Super Eagles booked their place in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers continental playoffs, set to take place in Morocco from November 13 to 16, with a sensational 90th minute strike in their 4-0 rout of the Republic of...

South Africa: Capitec drives smarter, fee-free international travel boom

With zero international transaction fees, Capitec is transforming the way South Africans travel. Between March and August 2025, clients made 1.9 million international card payments worth R1bn — a 24% year-on-year increase. Source: Reuters. These...

Film Release: NEWF applauds debut of ‘Wild Hope – Rhino Ops’ as a significant milestone for African filmmaking and conservation

Nature, Environment and Wildlife Filmmakers (NEWF), in a co-production with HHMI Tangled Bank Studios and supported by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, have produced ‘Wild Hope: Rhino Ops’, a gripping film showcasing the park’s largest rhino horn programme...

Glasgow athlete's running saved him from 'hole of depression' ahead of Great Scottish Run

A Glasgow amateur athlete who is raising money for a suicide prevention charity in today's Great Scottish Run in the city centre has told how the sport saved his life. Jonathan Doku, who is often spotted running in the west end bare-chested, fell...

ECN gives ballot printing tender to SA company again

Allexer Namundjembo The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) will again pay a South African company, Uniprint Global, N$4.9 million to print ballot papers for the upcoming regional and local authorities elections. This comes after no local...

Abbie Cornish, Dougray Scott to Star in Action Thriller Series ‘The Invisible’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Australian actress Abbie Cornish, whose credits include “Limitless” and “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri,” and Scottish actor Dougray Scott, who appeared in “Crime” and “Enigma,” are set to star in Southern African action thriller series...

Bare-chested athlete says running saved life from 'hole of depression' ahead of Great Scottish Run

Jonathan Doku has become a familiar sight running shirtless through Glasgow(Image: HANDOUT) A bare-chested amateur athlete who is raising money for a suicide prevention charity in today’s Great Scottish Run has told how the sport saved his life....

A great African modernist

Malangatana: Eye of the Crocodile Richard Gray, Galda Verlag Berlin, £172 AFRICAN art has, in past centuries, been largely ignored by Europeans and/or dismissed as “primitive” and only worthy of inclusion in collections of colonial plunder in...

Seychelles vs Gambia LIVE Score Updates in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match

5' Out Joubert received the pass up front and struck a powerful shot from outside the box, sending the ball over the goal. After conceding the goal, Seychelles attempted to launch an attack, but were unable to produce a dangerous finish beyond...

New Bedford Eats: Happy hour bites, Oktoberfest, half-off pizza

Foodies, are you ready to taste test a new dish or discover your new favorite restaurant? The SouthCoast is flooded with great spots to indulge in each week, but it can get a little overwhelming, especially when you are "hangry." New Bedford Eats...

Assata Shakur (1947-2025), A Revolutionary Life

Veteran of the Black Panther Party and Black Liberation Army, former political prisoner, spent decades in Cuba under the protection of the socialist government Political Review On Thursday September 25, 2025, indications began to appear over...

What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?

His Excellency Zhou Ding, China’s Ambassador As a Zimbabwean by birth, I currently serve as CEO of The Southern African Times and founder of an advisory firm that connects African markets with international investors. During my most recent trip to...

What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?

His Excellency Zhou Ding, China’s Ambassador As a Zimbabwean by birth, I currently serve as CEO of The Southern African Times and founder of an advisory firm that connects African markets with international investors. During my most recent trip to...

A&E Agenda: Oct. 3-10

John Denver Celebrations, Oct. 3 The annual John Denver celebration, which began Oct. 1, runs through Oct. 6 in Aspen. “Spirit: The Music of John Denver,” presented by Mack Bailey and Chris Nole, is at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, at the Wheeler...

Forgotten Man Utd flop's role in Cape Verde's historic World Cup qualification

Bebe arrived at Manchester United in 2010(Image: Getty Images) Former Manchester United flop Bebe might have felt that a World Cup spot was a distant memory. The Portuguese-born forward failed to make an appearance for the country of his birth and...

Mutoya hails AUSC Region 5 Marathon’s triumphant return

Ellina Mhlanga, Zimpapers Sports Hub FIVE years after disappearing from the regional calendar, the African union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Marathon returned in style over the weekend, with South Africa hosting a colourful edition that drew...

VP Mohadi tours Zimbabwe, Angola, Lesotho Pavilions at Osaka Expo 2025

VP Mohadi is currently at the Commons B Pavilion at the Osaka Expo 2025, which is home to the Zimbabwe Pavilion. He is expected to tour the Zimbabwe Pavilion first, then visit the Angola, Lesotho and Mozambique Pavilions. The Zimbabwean Pavilion...

International arrivals surge 30.2% as South Africa’s tourism rebound strengthens

South Africa’s inbound tourism sector continues its strong recovery, with international arrivals up 30.2% year-on-year in August 2025, reaching 935,738 visitors. Between January and August, the country welcomed 6.79 million tourists, a 15.8%...