Sindiso Khumalo Opens First Flagship Store in the Heart of Cape Town
Internationally celebrated fashion designer Sindiso Khumalo has officially opened the doors to her very first flagship store in Cape Town, marking a proud milestone for the brand and a new chapter in its story. Known for her hand-illustrated prints, deeply considered silhouettes, and commitment to sustainability, the LVMH Prize finalist has spent the past decade building […]
The Superwomen Behind Mining Healthcare
Platinum Health Medical Scheme is the powerhouse where teams of efficient women are helping shape the future of healthcare in what was once a male-dominated industry. Platinum Health employees health care workers and leaders are helping to shape more inclusive, accessible and compassionate healthcare for mineworkers and their families in the Platinum and Chrome industry. […]
Climate Change in Africa: Turning a Crisis into an Opportunity for Green Growth
Climate change in Africa is reshaping economies, ecosystems, and everyday life. But amid the devastation lies an often-overlooked truth: the crisis is also unlocking pathways for green growth, innovation, and a reimagined future. The continent is home to some of the world’s richest renewable energy resources. With over 60% of the globe’s best solar potential, […]
Zimbabwe: Rights Activists Acquitted After Year-Long Trial
Stop Using Criminal Justice System to Repress Peaceful Activism A Zimbabwe court’s acquittal of three human rights activists on disorderly conduct charges more than a year after their arrest highlights the authorities’ misuse of the criminal justice system against dissidents, Human Rights Watch said today. Zimbabwean authorities should end politically motivated arrests and prosecutions of human […]
South Africa Launches Taskforce to Tackle Global Wealth Divide
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched the G20’s first-ever taskforce on global wealth inequality. Chaired by Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz, this six-member panel will investigate how extreme wealth concentration undermines economic growth, deepens poverty, and weakens multilateral cooperation. The initiative represents a key priority of South Africa’s G20 presidency, focusing attention on challenges facing poorer nations, […]
Benin Finance Minister Wadagni Tapped as 2026 Presidential Candidate
Benin’s ruling coalition has selected Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni as its candidate for the 2026 presidential election, signaling continuity as President Patrice Talon prepares to step down after two terms. Backed by the Progressive Union for Renewal and the Republican Bloc, Wadagni, a 49-year-old Harvard graduate and former Deloitte executive, has been at the center of Benin’s […]
Sudan’s RSF Chief Sworn in as Leader of Parallel Government
Sudan’s conflict has deepened as Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, commander of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has been sworn in as the head of a parallel government in Nyala, South Darfur. Backed by the Sudanese Founding Alliance, Dagalo will lead a 13-member presidential council with rebel leader Abdelaziz Adam al-Hilu as his deputy. The move follows a […]
South Africa’s Gamble on Strategic Autonomy: Can It Succeed?
In a fragmenting global order, South Africa has boldly chosen a path of strategic autonomy, seeking to navigate between major powers as an independent, non-aligned actor. This high-risk approach, however, demands exceptional skill and preparation to succeed. According to analysts, the nation must focus on three critical areas to achieve success. First, it must prioritize African […]
African Airlines Outpace Global Trend with July Passenger Growth
African airlines posted a 2.8% rise in passenger demand in July 2025, with load factors climbing to 74.9%, according to the IATA’s latest report. The growth was largely fueled by surging traffic between Africa and Asia, as carriers expanded capacity by 2.3% to meet rising demand. This performance stands out globally, as African carriers were among […]
Ghana to Supply Crude for Dangote Refinery as It Nears Full Capacity
Africa’s largest refinery, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, is rapidly approaching its operational zenith, hitting 70% of its nameplate capacity. In a significant strategic shift, the facility is diversifying its crude sources far beyond its Nigerian base, with Ghana’s Sankofa grade now officially part of its supply basket. This move towards flexibility comes amid mounting questions about […]
