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UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, marked seven years since the launch of its Hashtag I Belong Campaign to End Statelessness. The agency has urged that more action is needed to resolve the plight of millions around the world who are still without citizenship. According to UNHCR, statelessness, or the situation of not being recognized as a citizen by any country, is affecting millions of people around the world. And for more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Emmanuelle Mitte, UNHCR Senior Statelessness Officer
At least thirty schools, nine of which are supported by Save the Children, have been damaged in the recent violent protests in South Africa. At least one school is reported to have been burnt to the ground. One of the Save the Children supported schools that has been damaged is for children with disabilities, who are already at a higher risk of losing long-term access to education due to COVID-19. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Steven Miller, CEO of Save the Children in South Africa........
The Zambezi River Authority - a body that manages water on Lake Kariba and the Zambezi river has guaranteed that there would be enough water for power generation this year. Lake Kariba supplies water for electricity generation in Zambia and Zimbabwe and has allocated 12 billion cubic meters for this year. Channel Africa's John Cassim has more from Harare .
South Africa's president Cyril Ramaphosa has brought forward the closure of schools for the winter holidays by a few weeks, as the country battles to curb the rise of new Covid-19 infections. Schools will start closing on Wednesday, and are expected to be all closed by the end of the week. The country, the worst-hit by the pandemic on the African continent is in the grip of a "third wave" of infections, with fears that it could eclipse the previous two waves. For more reaction on the school closure, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Wycliffe Otieno, Chief of Education at the United Children's Fund in South Africa.....
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the new adjusted alert level four restrictions on Sunday which includes a ban on the sale of liquor. The ban is the fourth since the 1st case of the CORONA virus was reported in South Africa. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Lucky Ntimane, National Convener of the National Liquor Traders Council in South Africa.....
A group of concerned Zimbabwean youth have organized a 100 kilometer walk to raise awareness on anti-rhino poaching efforts in the region. In 1999 more than 2000 rhinos were accounted for near the majestic Victoria Falls, but now only a small population is left owing to poaching. Channel Africa's JOHN CASSIM reports from ZIMBABWE
Ethiopia's military has rejected accounts that dozens of civilians were killed in an air raid in the country's embattled Tigray region, saying its forces had only struck rebels. Local residents and medics quoted by multiple news outlets said this week dozens of innocent people were killed in the aerial attack on a busy market in the town of Togoga on Tuesday. The war in the country's North, that began in November 2020 has put some 5 million people in a humanitarian crisis, with the International community continuing to call for a ceasefire. For more on this, our correspondent in Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababba, Coletta Wanjohi, spoke to Dina Mufti, Spokesperson of the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The COVID-19 outbreak has had a devastating global effect in almost all sectors, including the publishing industry in Africa. Many African publishers are said to be overdependent on selling printed textbooks to governments, a one-track business model that has had a catastrophic impact on them when COVID-19 closed schools and drove learning online. Now, the Africa Publishing Innovation Fund (APIF) committee, led by the international Publishers Association (IPA) and comprising veteran publishers from Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Tunisia, and South Africa, believes cultivating reading for fun in Africa - especially among children and young adults - stands to bring the continent wide socioeconomic advancements to the industry in the long term. More from Brian Wafawarowa, a member of the APIF committee…
South Africa's Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment affairs has refused to give authorisation to Turkish powership company- Karpowership, blocking the energy company from providing emergency power to the debilitated South African grid. The application was dismissed on environmental grounds. Karpowership was named as a major winner in a government emergency power tender designed to help ease crippling power cuts. For analysis on this is Professor Mark Swilling, the co-director for Centre for Sustainability Transitions at the Stellenbosch University in South Africa.
The National Institute of Communicable Diseases last night announced that South Africa recorded 16- thousand - and -78 new COVID-19 cases, with 9 - thousand of those found in the Gauteng province, the country's economic hub. The province's premier, David Makura has said the country cannot afford to shut down the province and are looking at a hybrid lockdown approach. The southern African nation is currently on level 3 lockdown. There's been calls from the medical fraternity to impose stricter restrictions on movement in order to limit the high rate of infection the country is currently experiencing as it faces the third wave. More from Chairperson at the South African Medical Association, Dr Angelique Coetzee
The Journal of the American Medical Association states that using a nasal spray that deactivates the Covid virus in the nose, may not only prevent person-to-person spread of SARS-CoV-2, but may also diminish the severity of the disease in patients by limiting spread and decreasing viral load delivered to the lungs. Researchers have identified two agents: xylitol and grapefruit seed extract, which, when administered in the form of nasal sprays help reduce COVID-19 symptoms in patients. More from Andy Cook, the owner of Exceptional Health, who imports a nasal spray that contains xylitol and grapefruit seed extract.
As South Africa marks Youth Day, the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa, CoRMSA has joined the rest of the country commemorating the 45th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto uprising, the day now known as Youth Day in South Africa.
Thifuluffheli Sithumule, Director of CoRMSA explains what Youth Day means for an organization like CoRMSA and why it's important for the organization to join in the celebrations of today....
As South Africa marks Youth day Wednesday, the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CoRMSA) has joined the rest of the country commemorating the 45anniversary of the 1976 Soweto uprising, the day now known as Youth Day in South Africa. Thifuluffheli Sithumule, Director of CoRMSA explains what Youth Day means for an organization like CoRMSA and why it's important for the organisation to join in the celebrations of today....
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed the importance of cutting-edge technology in the delivery of healthcare in sharp relief, as institutions and enterprises embrace new systems and models to develop future-proof solutions. Experts say it is inevitable, with an ever-increasing range of innovative products and services, that healthcare will become a digital-first industry. More from Travis Dewing, who is the Netcare Group Chief Information Officer and CEO of Netcare Digital ....
As it commemorates its twentieth anniversary this year, the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria says it is using this opportunity to mark what it says is the extraordinary progress made in the fight against the three diseases. Elizabeth Lediga reflects on the history of the Global Fund…
The Congress of South African Trade Unions Federation- COSATU, has warned that employers who force employees to be vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus, will be taken to court. We spoke to labour analyst Andrew Levy
Germany has rejected calls for reparations from Namibians over colonial-era killings that Berlin has recognised as genocide, saying the 1.3 Billion US-Dollar- financial aid it was offering was on a "voluntary basis". German foreign minister Heiko Maas acknowledged that over the years there had been calls for reparations from countries including Greece and Poland over Nazi-era massacres. His comments came after Germany for the first time recognised that it had committed genocide against Namibia's indigenous Herero and Nama people between 1904 and 1908. As part of a deal with Namibian negotiators after six years of talks, Berlin also offered a financial programme of 1.3 billion US -dollars. However, Germany pointedly did not qualify the financial sum as "reparations”. To get some reaction on this, Channel Africa spoke to Israel Kaunatjike, Herero Activist...
The world has marked the first rise in child labour in two decades and the coronavirus crisis threatens to push millions more youngsters toward the same fate. This is according to the United Nations' child labour report. In a joint report, the International Labour Organization and the UN Children's agency –UNICEF, say the number in child labour stood at 160 million at the start of 2020, an increase of 8.4 million in four years. The report was published ahead of World Day Against Child Labour on 12th June. For more on the report and some of its key findings, Channel Africa spoke to Michaëlle De Cock, Head of Research and Evaluation Unit at the International Labour Organisation. Let’s take a listen...
Zambia's Constitutional Court is expected to deliver judgment today on whether President Edgar Lungu is eligible to contest the August 12 general election. A petition was brought forward by NGOs in the country seeking a nullification of President Lungu's nomination for election as President, as he has already served two terms as the country's president. Earlier, the Court dismissed an application by three foreign-based Zambian lawyers, Professor Chaloka Beyani, Melvin Mbao, and Cephas Lumina, who wanted to join the matter as friends of the court. To find out more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to one of the lawyers, Professor Melvin Mbao, Emeritus Professor of Law…
The Innovative Pharmaceutical Association of South Africa - IPASA, has committed to a partnership with government in fighting COVID-19. The recent collaboration in this industry has led to better patient outcomes. In recent years, medicines have resulted in significant progress against some of the most complex diseases. These medicines are increasingly attacking not only symptoms, but the root causes of debilitating diseases. Innovation and drug development that typically takes 8-10 years has been achieved in a matter of months, demonstrating what the industry is capable of when operating at its peak and with the support and backing of stakeholders. Chief Operations Officer at IPASA, Bada Pharasi explains...
South Africa's power utility Eskom implemented Stage 4 load shedding yesterday. This was due to additional breakdowns of a unit at Medupi and two units at Duvha Power Station, together with the high winter demand. To discuss this further, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Energy Expert and Mining Consultant Ted Blom....
Recent research has shown the potential technology has in the effective delivery of primary healthcare services across South Africa. The research suggests that trans-disciplinary health consultancy; Percept should be used as a roadmap to better healthcare services for all in the country. Percept's research looked at a range of innovations that were rolled out in countries like Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Mozambique. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Anja Smith, a Economist at South African based Percept…
Dozens of children, most of them girls, have been abducted by non-state armed groups over the past year in northern Mozambique. This is according to a report by charity organisation Save the Children. The charity says at least 51 children have been abducted amid violence and insecurity that has displaced hundreds of thousands of people. It notes that the number of children abductions is likely to be far higher, as its report only reflects the reported cases. To find out more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Nourshan Hannan, Save the Children Programmes Manager in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado Province…
The US government has voiced concern over Nigeria's decision to ban Twitter after the US social media giant deleted a tweet from President Muhammadu Buhari's account for violating its rules. Nigerian telecoms operators complied with a government directive on saturday to suspend access to Twitter. The diplomatic missions of the EU, US, Britain, Canada and Ireland issued a joint statement condemning the ban. Channel Africa's correspondent in Lagos, Collins Nosa Atohengbe has more...
South Africa's economy performed better than expected in the first quarter of this year. Eight of the ten industries recorded positive gains. Stats SA data shows between January and March this year, the economy grew by 1-point-1 percent. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Maarten Ackerman, Chief Economist at Citadel...
President of the Resident Doctors Association of Zambia, Brian Sampa has been fired following a strike which demanded the recruitment of 500 doctors and payment of salary arrears. Sampa's dismissal letter notes that he had being absent from work for more than 10 consecutive days. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Dr Brian Sampa...
Mali's military leader Assimi Goita, who orchestrated his second coup in nine months, has been sworn in as the transitional president despite international condemnation of May's power grab. Goita, who served as Mali's vice president under transitional President Bah Ndaw and Prime Minister Moctar Ouane, seized power late last month after accusing them of failing to consult him about a cabinet reshuffle that would have replaced the defence and security ministers. Within hours of his swearing in, Goita appointed opposition leader and former Minister Choguel Maiga as Prime minister. To get a sense of what Goita said during his swearing-ceremony, Channel Africa spoke to Malian Political analyst, Kassoum Coulibaly...
The 10th SA AIDS Virtual Conference is set to take place this Wednesday and Thursday.
The virtual conference will discuss progress made on the South African and regional HIV epidemic response against set goals and targets and the socio-economic and behavioural impact of COVID-19 on people living with HIV amongst others.
The theme of the 10th SA AIDS Conference 2021 is: Ending AIDS amid Pandemics. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Conference Chair, Dr Gloria Maimela…
The African Energy Chamber has condemned Africa Oil Week's decision to relocate the conference venue for its flagship event from Cape Town, South Africa, to the United Arab Emirates.
As the voice of Africa's energy sector, the African Energy Chamber says it fully supports and commits to conferences of African nature being held on African terrain. To discuss this further, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Africa Energy Chamber Executive Chairperson, NJ Ayuk...
Aid groups have expressed concerns over the plight of about 6 000 displaced people in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri Province.
Deadly attacks by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) have forced people to flee multiple displacement sites.
ADF simultaneously attacked displacement sites and villages near the towns of Boga and Tchabi, killing 57 civilians.
Jean Noël Ba-Mweze reports from Kinshasa…
The South African Medical Association (SAMA) predicts that the country will breach the 6 000 mark of Covid-19 infections in the next two weeks to officially enter the third wave of the pandemic.
The southern African nation has been recording over 5 000 new infections daily in the past week, while the country recorded over 3 000 cases last night.
SAMA has appealed to the public to ensure they observe the COVID-19 protocols, that people observe social distance and wear masks when visiting each other's homes.
SAMA spokesperson, Dr Angelique Coetzee, explains...
Two prisoners who spent close to 10 years at Zimbabwe's notorious Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison after they were wrongly convicted of murder have been acquitted and released after an appeal.
They were sentenced to serve 20 years for allegedly murdering a Zimbabwe Republic Police officer.
Channel Africa's John Cassim reports from Harare...
The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has unveiled the world's first 'Journey of Blood' facility based in Kwazulu Natal Province.
This state-of-the-art laboratory will enable the public to go on a walk through the facility without physically entering the laboratory space.
People will see first-hand the testing and processing of blood to get it ready to save a life.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Khensani Mahlangu from the SANBS…
The United Kingdom has been working very hard to make sure that no momentum is lost in terms of action against climate change ahead of the next United Nations climate summit, or COP26 - due to take place in Glasgow in November.
This is according to the Acting British High Commissioner to South Africa, Adam Bye.
The British High Commission together with South Africa's National Press Club co-hosted a briefing session last week which discussed the progress made towards the highly anticipated conference and how the ambition has increased globally.
Postponed from last year due to Covid-19 restrictions, the summit will be co-hosted by the United Kingdom and Italy, and countries are expected to announce new climate targets in advance.
Bye says action will have to be taken at the conference before it is too late...
Today marks World Food Safety Day, an annual campaign on June 7, which aims help combat food-borne diseases all around the world.
According to the World Health Organisation, there is no food security without food safety.
Ending hunger is about all people having access to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food all year round.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to German More, of the MAMAS Alliance, a corporate social investment agency in South Africa…
Some countries in Africa, like Tanzania and Chad, have not started COVID-19 vaccination while others have only just begun.
Meanwhile, more statistics show that the third wave of the virus is starting to engulf South Africa, a nation with the highest case load of COVID infections on the continent.
To unpack Africa's readiness to deal with a fresh surge of infections, following the World Health Organisation's warning of a looming continental third wave, Channel Africa's Lulu Gaboo spoke to Professor Adrian Puren from the National Institute of Communicable Diseases in South Africa…
The government of Kenya has formally challenged a ruling by the country's High Court last month that found that President Uhuru Kenyatta's proposed constitutional reforms were illegal.
The sweeping constitutional changes, popularly known as the Building Bridges Initiative -or BBI - were dismissed by the court on May 14, in a blow to Kenyatta and his allies who wanted the amendments put to a referendum before next year's elections.
In a formal appeal filed in court Solicitor General Kennedy Ogeto said the five-panel bench had "erred" in determining that the president did not have the legal authority to spearhead such amendments.
To discuss this further, Khumbelo Mundzelele spoke to Christine Nkonge, Human Rights Lawyer and Executive Director at Kenya's Katiba Institute...
A book titled 'Budding Democracy or Judicialization: Lessons from Africa's Emerging Electoral Jurisprudence' will be launched today, virtually.
The book touches on a number of electoral laws, democracy and the role of the judiciary during elections in selected countries across the continent.
While elections have been regarded as a form of democracy, their results are often disputed and recently the judiciary has had to determine the outcomes, making elections a source of both excitement and misery in Africa.
John Cassim reports from Harare…
Ever since the Stonewall riots in New York City in 1969, June is celebrated as Pride Month all over the world.
It is an initiative to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and fight against discrimination and violence towards them.
The month aims to increase awareness among people and get rid of the stigma around it.
According to an online publication, Independant, LGBTQ+ campaigners have warned that homophobic incidents are more common than many people realise, as Pride Month gets underway.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Devan Moonsamy, Chief Executive Officer of ICHAF Training Institute...
June is World Infertility Awareness Month, a time dedicated to heightening awareness regarding numerous infertility issues faced by couples across the globe. This includes problems related to female as well as male fertility. During this month, several myths regarding infertility are debunked and a lot of options are brought forward to those who may want to conceive. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Dr Thato Maoto, a registered obstetrician and gynaecologist based in South Africa....
Global cashless payment volumes are set to almost double from 2020 to 2025, from about 1 trillion transactions to about 1.9 trillion.
By 2030, the number of cashless transactions per capita will be roughly double to triple the current level. This is according to a report issued by PwC titled: "Payments 2025 & beyond, Navigating the payments matrix: Charting a course amid evolution".
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to PwC Strategy & Payments Transformation Africa leader, Chantal Maritz...
The President of Mozambique, Filipe Nyusi, has launched the Temane Gas and Energy project, budgeted at around $1 billion.
The Temane Thermal Power Station, in the northern province of Inhambane, will be able to guarantee the electrification of the entire southern part of the country in an extension of about 650 kilometers, as well as reducing the import of cooking gas into the country.
Milton Maluleque reports…
The appeal hearing of Vital Kamerhe, the former chief of staff to DRC President Félix Tshisekedi, continued on Tuesday at the Makala main prison in Kinshasa. Kamerhe who's also the Union for the Congolese Nation leader, is currently in prison serving a 20 year sentence for embezzlement of public funds. Channel Africa's Jean Noël Ba-Mweze reports from Kinshasa...
For the first time ever, a person's genetic capacity for resilience can now be measured, thanks to a ground-breaking new DNA test developed by a South African biotech company.
The test can also help improve resilience, something which has become essential as we all grapple to adjust and cope with the effects of the pandemic on our lives and livelihoods.
For more on the significance of the resilience test, Lulu Gaboo spoke to its pioneer, Jason Bernice, who is an Executive Life Coach…
Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has for the first time, criticized five judges of the country's High Court for rejecting a constitutional reform plan now known in the country as the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI).
As James Shimanyula reports, in their ruling, the judges described the BBI as irregular, unlawful and unconstitutional.
James Shimanyula reports from Nairobi…
The African Union (AU) has been called upon to intervene on recent issues raised by the Pan African Parliament in Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Pandemonium broke out as delegates started getting physical with each other following a dispute over the rotation of the continental groupings presidency.
Members clashed over the electoral system, with the Southern Caucus pushing for the change to rotational leadership, similar to the AU process.
The Eastern and Western Caucuses are adamant that there is no authority that allows the impromptu change.
The sitting has since been suspended. More from South African representative to the Pan-African Parliament, Pemmy Majodina.
The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) is hosting the fourth cohort of its flagship AWIEF Growth Accelerator.
The initiative is designed to support the unique needs of early-stage and high growth-oriented women-led ventures with business modelling, growth strategy training, corporate advisory, mentorship, networks, and access to strategic partnerships.
According to the forum, access to finance is the most cited challenge to the growth of women-owned businesses in Africa. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to AWIEF Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Irene Ochem...
Problematic food packaging, poorly informed consumers, poor design of plastic packaging, an unstable supply chain and a lack of co-operation between brand owners, producers and retailers are among the many reasons why South Africa is lagging behind when it comes to recycling.
These findings are contained in a new World Wildlife Fund (WWF) report titled "Plastics: From Recycling to post-consumer Recyclate" which looks at recycling from an industry perspective.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Lorren de Kock, Co-author of the report, and Project Manager for Circular Plastics Economy with WWF South Africa...
There is good news for South African motorists as the retail price for all grades of petrol will decrease by 10 cents a litre from this Wednesday.
However, diesel and paraffin will cost 20 cents more a liter.
This is according to the latest data from the Department of Energy.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Layton Beard from the Automobile Association of South Africa...
In an effort to tackle hate speech against religious communities, Saudi Arabian politician, and Secretary General of the Muslim World League, Dr. Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, has released a video to kickstart the #RejectHate campaign.
The campaign calls for social media platforms to remove all hate speech targeting Muslims and other religious groups to create a more peaceful and tolerant world.
The initiative comes just four months after Al-Issa established the Durban-based Mercy and Peace Foundation, which seeks to end gender-based violence, abuse, human trafficking and other crimes against humanity.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Executive Adviser for Muslim World League in Africa, Sheikh Walid El Saadi…
The South Africa Department of Basic Education is today undertaking a nationwide school safety and violence prevention drive to raise awareness on the distressing impact of bullying on the school community.
Bullying is a serious problem in the country's schools.
A recent bullying incident which shook the nation after a video went viral, resulted in a Grade 10 school girl in Limpopo province taking her own life.
For more on this issue, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Gundo Mmbi, a school principal at Spark Soweto, South of Johannesburg...
A cross-border data collaboration project involving 23 African countries above the Equator is launching the first ever daily public COVID dashboard for countries in the Horn of Africa in June 2021.
The United States Agency for International Development, USAID-funded Regional Action Through Data programme is tackling COVID-19 in West and East Africa through two initiatives, respectively involving the sharing of real-time regional disease data online and tech-enabled cross-border immunisations.
These initiatives are said to be enabling governments to better collaborate to protect their roving pastoral populations from epidemics and to overcome the data issues of the Ebola era.
More from Dr. Andrew Kitua, BroadReach's Regional Programme Director of RAD, who manages the implementation of the programme…
Zambian President, Edgar Lungu's eligibility to contest in the August polls is being challenged through a petition brought forward by some Civil Society organisations, Chapter One Foundation and Legal Resources Foundation in Zambia.
They are seeking a nullification of President Lungu's nomination for election as President in the August 12, 2021, elections as he has already served as President for two terms.
For more on this, Zikhona Miso spoke to our correspondent in Zambia, Arthur Davies Sikopo…
Mali's interim President, Bah Ndaw, and Prime Minister Moctar Ouane, have resigned, two days after they were detained by the military, in what reports indicate was in response to a disagreement over a cabinet reshuffle.
A delegation of leaders of the West African group, ECOWAS, has been in Mali deleberating on the situation in the country.
Political alnalyst Kassou Coulibaly tells us more about the outcomes of the meeting which resulted in the resignations...
The New York Prosecutor investigating criminal conduct inside the businesses of former President, Donald Trump, has convened a grand jury that will determine whether he and or members of his inner-circle, violated any laws in their operations of the Trump Organisation.
The Washington Post was first to report that the panel, typically made up of 23 citizens, will sit three days a week for six months to decide whether the prosecutor has sufficient evidence to indict the former President and other executives in his company.
Sherwin Bryce-Pease has more…
The 2021 commemoration of Africa Day was marked across the continent in many ways and with activities which are meant to sensitize the continent and its people to its position and the way forward so that it can get out of a dependent position to be able to meet in various aspects of life.
In Nigeria, the United Bank for Africa sponsored a leadership conversation in which the continent’s leaders in various callings aired their opinion on how Africa can make a leap into the dreamed land of relief from plagues especially Covid-19 which had some adverse effect on the continents economy.
Channel Africa correspondent, Collins Nosa Atohengbe, reports that President Kagame of Rwanda says the private sector must come to the rescue of Africa in the bid to meet the needs of Africans…
An African business magazine, African Business, has released its June cover story featuring its exclusive ranking of Africa's Best Brands.
This year's ranking was released during a virtual event from Uganda organised by Brand Africa, founders of the "Brand Africa 100: Africa's Best Brands".
According to the publication, African brands retained their 13% share of the Top 100 most admired brands in Africa during a year defined by the pandemic which brought the world to a halt, as markets having to adapt to a new reality.
Thebe Ikalafeng, Founder and Principal at Africa Brand Leadership Academy, spoke to Khumbelo Munzhelele and started by explaining the significance of this business ranking...
In marking Africa Day, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) yesterday launched a tool which seeks to promote International Humanitarian Law - the rules and principles governing armed conflict, commonly referred to as IHL. The ICRC's African Customs in War Tool is the outcome of a research examining the historical relationship between Africa and IHL. The ICRC recognises that much more still needs to be done to promote IHL in Africa. For more on this initiative, here's ICRC legal advisor from the Pretoria Regional Delegation, Tamalin Bolus
Many Zambians say while Africa is politically free, the continent is still wallowing in poverty making it still dependent on the former colonial masters. They say it is time Africans learnt to do things that will spur development. This is in comments marking the commemoration of Africa Freedom Day, yesterday. Our correspondent from Zambia, Hilda Akekelwa has the report...
The United States (US) Government is poised to lift a ban imposed on tobacco imports from Malawi once it is convinced that forced and child labour has ended. The US says child labour remains human rights and governance issue and Malawi should work with partners to eradicate it. Malawi depends on tobacco for foreign change earnings. George Mhango reports from Blantyre.
Hundreds of private providers in South Africa are reportedly standing by with sites they say have everything except the two critical elements only the government can deliver: vaccine doses, and recipients to get them. The country has to vaccinate well over 100-thousand people daily, every week in order to reach its immunity target. Momentum Metropolitan Holdings, has secured accreditation for four mass vaccination centres and expects to start administering vaccines later this week, depending on the delivery of the first vaccine consignments ordered. The financial institution promises to vaccinate 20-thousand people per day once all centres are fully operational. For more on this we spoke to Damian McHugh from Momentum....
The UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of the UN-Women, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, concludes her visit to Mozambique, today. The visit stems from the need to strengthen the partnership and cooperation relations between Mozambique and UN-Women. Milton Maluleque reports...
The United States U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have met privately with the family of George Floyd who was brutally murdered at the hands of police a year ago. The meeting comes as negotiations continue among Congressional lawmakers on police reform legislation that will bear Floyd's name. This as civil rights leaders and activists held a rally in Minneapolis to commemorate the first anniversary of Floyd's death. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports…
The Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CorMSA) says it wishes Africa political and economic stability so that it is able to reduce the number of displacements which leads to an increased number of refugees, migrants and asylum seekers on the continent.
This comes as countries celebrate Africa Day today.
The annual commemoration marks the 58th anniversary of the founding of the organisation of African Unity, now African Union, on May 25, 1963.
More from Thifuluffheli Sithumule, Director of CoRMSA...
A South African payment aggregator and provider of secure payment solutions, Pay-at, will be expanding into several African countries and providing consumers and businesses alike with a variety of payment methods.
With the African Continental Free Trade Agreement set to generate combined consumer and business spending by 2030, the continent requires payment platforms to cater for this growth.
This is according to Pay-at Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Hardie.
He spoke to Khumbelo Munzhelele and started by giving a brief explanation on how Pay-at works...
On May 25 of each year, Africa Day is commemorated diversely in the continent and the diaspora.
On this day in 1963, the first Africa continental inter-governmental organisation was created, following the independence of most countries.
The Organisation of African Unity, mother of the current African Union, was born with the adoption of its Charter in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia during a diplomatic conference.
This year, under the theme, "Arts, Culture and Heritage: Levers for Building the Africa we Want", the African Union in partnership with an initiative named "African Tales" will be hosting a virtual event to celebrate this day.
Bwalya Mwali of the African Tales, spoke to Khumbelo Munzhelele.
She started by elaborating on the significance of this day...
Today we are commemorating World Thyroid Day, which is an annual awareness day that was established in 2008 during the congress of the European Thyroid Association (ETA).
It focuses on increasing awareness of thyroid health and educating about prevention and treatment of thyroid diseases.
World Thyroid Day aims at increasing public awareness of thyroid deceases, including the importance of their timely diagnosis.
Dr Sindeep Bhana, Head of Endocrinology at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in South Africa says thyroid disease can manifest in different ways...
Ghanaian President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo, says African countries must be encouraged to develop the capacity to produce their own vaccines.
He says the Covid-19 pandemic has shown that there is a need to hasten the process of regional and continent integration.
He was speaking at the opening of the Fourth Ordinary Session of the fifth Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP).
The week-long meeting is taking place at the PAP precincts in Midrand, South Africa, under the theme: " Year of the Arts, Culture and Heritage: Levers for Building the Africa We Want.
Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports…
In a first, ministries of education and health from more than 20 African countries have linked up to discuss keeping schools safe and open during the COVID-19 pandemic. The two-day virtual dialogue which concludes today is convened by the United Nations and Global Partnership for Education. For more on this, Khumbelo Munzhelele, spoke to the UN child agency's Lieke van de Wiel.
Rwandan President Paul Kagame's statement in connection with crimes in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to dominate discussions in the country.
During his stay in Paris, Kagame said there has never been a crime committed in the DRC.
Kagame also described Congolese Doctor Denis Mukwege, and Nobel Peace Prize winner, as a tool of strength that can't be seen. He however said Rwanda is ready to help restore peace in eastern DRC. Jean Noël Ba-Mweze reports from Kinshasa
President of Zambia's United Party for National Development (UPND), Hakainde Hichilema, has successfully filed his nomination papers for the upcoming Presidential election.
The UPND leader has settled for his Vice President as running mate and he joins a number of other candidates that have nominated females as their running mates for the 2021 elections. Hilda Akekelwa reports.
Pregnant women and girls in Zimbabwe face barriers accessing public health facilities and risk life changing child-birth related injuries, including obstetric fistula.
This is according to a new report released by the rights group Amnesty International.
The report, "I never thought I could get healed from this", lays bare the physical and psychological trauma that women and girls who experience obstetric fistula in the country go through.
For more on these findings, Khumbelo Munzhelele spoke Amnesty International's campaigner for Southern Africa, Vongai Chikwanda...
More than a year into COVID-19 and amidst most dire mental health crisis, South African non-governmental organisation, Community Keepers and more than one thousand other organisations have teamed up to mark the first ever 'Mental Health Action Day' on Thursday.
Over the past two decades, rates of suicide, anxiety and depression have risen, particularly among young adults. For more on this, Khumbelo Munzhelele spoke to Gerrit Laning, CEO of Community Keepers......
Countries around the world are marking the sixth United Nation Global road safety week.
In 2021, the week aims to gather political and community support to reduce speed in urban areas and to build momentum towards the launch of the Global Plan for the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021 to 2030.
It is reported that every year 1.35 million deaths are the result of road traffic injuries. More from the World Health Organisation's Dr Binta Sako....
Kenya's Attorney-General as well as legal promoters and supporters of the Building Bridges Initiative Bill, have filed an appeal in the Court of Appeal, to dislodge the High Court's ruling that threw out the plan to change the country's constitution. Five High Court judges ruled last week that the bill was irregular, illegal and unconstitutional. Channel Africa's James Shimanyula reports from Nairobi..
Many sexual reproductive health and rights services were considered "non-essential" during the pandemic which had consequences for women and girls. A virtual summit convened by the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (PMNCH) brought together delegates from around the world to explore strategies for improving equity for women, children during pandemic response and recovery. The two-day meeting, which concluded on Tuesday, included global policy makers, business leaders and health care providers among others. To reflect on its outcomes, Lulu Gaboo spoke to PMNCH Executive Director of Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Helga Fogstad…
The High Court in Zimbabwe's capital Harare has ruled that the retired Chief Justice, Luke Malaba, cannot have his expired term of office renewed in line with the new Constitutional Amendment number two.
It took the whole government legal arm to amend the constitution in order to facilitate the extension of Chief Justice's term after he recently attained 70 years of age, prompting a combined High Court challenge by several groups.
In their ruling the court said the Constitutional amendment does not give the sitting judges an advantage.
Amnesty International says survivors of an attack by the armed group known locally as 'Al-Shabaab' in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado have told their researchers that white contractors were prioritized for evacuation ahead of Black locals, in disturbing testimony that points to blatant racism.
An estimated 220 civilians sought refuge in the Amarula Palma Hotel in Palma, during an attack that started on March 14.
To discuss this further, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Amnesty International's Southern Africa Researcher, David Matsinhe.
South Africa's mass vaccination programme is due to kick off on Monday with the phase two targeting people above 60 years of age.
It remains yet to be seen how efficiently the vaccines will be distributed and administered to the general public.
Nevertheless, the country's biggest pharmaceutical companies, Dischem and Clicks will be working closely with government to roll out the vaccines.
Dischem says it has so far secured 32 dedicated vaccination sites situated nationwide at key locations. More from Dis-Chem's national clinic manager, Lizeth Kruger..
Malawi's Parliament has now confirmed Martha Chizuma as the new Director General of the Anti-Corruption Bureau, after a meeting on Monday.
She was rejected last week amid divisions within the Parliaments' Public Appointments Committee.
Malawi's President, Lazarus Chakwera, during his 2021 State-of-the-Nation Address, expressed unhappiness at the move and called for an audit.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to our correspondent in Blantyre, George Mhango...
Teachers in eSwatini took to the streets yesterday, in a protest against police brutality in that country.
The Swaziland National Association of Teachers led the march to Manzini regional police head offices to deliver a petition.
The protest comes after a law student, Thabani Nkomonye, was found dead, his body dumped in bushes in an area called Nhlambeni.
This led to a public outcry over allegations that Nkomonye was killed by the police.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to President of the Swaziland National Association of Teachers, Mbongwa Dlamini...
Science will now play a key role in the protection of Rhinos against rampant poaching. A pioneering project, involving radioactive isotopes is underway in the Eastern Cape. The aim of the project is to decrease the value and the demand of Rhino horns in the black market. This will be done by making the horn radioactive, without posing danger to the animal or its surrounds. The origin of a horn can also be pinpointed through its isotope marking. Anda Nqonji filed this report...
COVID patients with severe symptoms who end up in intensive care units in hospitals are at are at risk of contracting an invasive fungal infection. This is according to researchers from the Pathogenic Yeast Research Group at the University of Free State in South Africa. They are concerned that although a serious fungal infection can be deadly, few people know that, especially those with a weakened immune system. Professor Carlien Pohl-Albertyn and her team at the university are studying this neglected field, which annually claims the lives of 1 point 7 million people worldwide. She spoke to Channel Africa' Lulu Gaboo...
Democratic Republic of Congo's President, Felix Tshisekedi, has announced his candidacy for a second term in 2023. The Congolese leader made the announcement on Wednesday during his visit to Lubumbashi, the capital of mineral rich Haut Katanga Province. The announcement has elicited mixed reaction in the country. Channel Africa's Jean Noël Ba-Mweze has more from Kinshasa...
The Kenyan High Court has declared a bill that was approved by Parliament and Senate following a historic handshake, between President Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga, unconstitutional. As James Shimanyula reports, five judges of the court ruled that the bill, known as Building Bridges Initiative, in short BBI, is illegitimate and violates the country's constitution.
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives have removed one of its most senior members from leadership after she refused to accept misrepresentations of the 2020 election pushed by former President Donald Trump and his supporters. Liz Cheney - the number three Republican in the lower chamber who served as House Republican Conference Chair - faced a no-confidence vote from her caucus after she refused to cow-tow to the former President's claims of fraud in the election he lost to incumbent Democrat Joe Biden. In a blistering speech on the House Floor, Cheney who is the daughter of former Vice President Dick Cheney repudiated the "big lie" as poisoning the country's democratic system. Sherwin Bryce Pearse has more…
Digital innovation is vital for the advancement of African economies and their health services, but to make this possible certain large stumbling blocks need to be removed. This was the consensus amongst high level global and African health experts who came together for a recent online discussion co-hosted by the Africa Health Alliance (AHA) and USA Healthcare Alliance (USAHA) on promoting healthcare. For more on this, Zikhona Miso spoke to Dr Ernest Darkoh, BroadReach Group Co-Founder…
South Africa's Inspector General of Intelligence, Setlhomamaru Dintwe, has painted a picture of intelligence services ravaged by corruption, nepotism and lack of accountability. Dintwe - whose office is mandated to conduct oversight over civilian state security, crime and defence intelligence, was testifying at the State Capture Commission for a second time on Wednesday. Busi Chimombe reports...
South Africa's Judicial Conduct Committee will meet next month, following a complaint against the two judges who were appointed to preside the Arms Deal Commission, Willie Seriti and Hendrick Musi. The Committee will recommend whether or not arms deal inquiry judges should be investigated. This follows a complaint against the judges, laid by two organisations, Open Secrets and Shadow World Investigations last year. The judges appointed by former President Jacob Zuma presided over the R 150 million arms deal inquiry in 2016 and found no evidence of corruption. In 2019, the High Court in Pretoria set aside the final report of the commission. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Constitutional Expert, Professor Pierre de Vos....
Some 500 lorries of food aid from the World Food Programme, WFP have reached Ethiopia's Tigray region. The organisation says another convoy of lorries is also on its way to the troubled region to assist the more than two million affected people. Insecurity in Tigray has made it difficult for aid to reach the region. The international community has also been putting pressure on the Ethiopian authorities to facilitate aid workers' access to those who are most in need. For more on this issue, Lulu Gaboo, spoke to WFP spokesperson Peter Smerdon...
South Sudan's President, Salva Kiir, has announced a new parliament including lawmakers from opposing sides of the country's civil war as part of a 2018 peace accord.
A new legislative body was a condition of the 2018 accord signed between himself and Vice President, Riek Machar, who has been in oposition during the five-year civil war that left 380 000 people dead and four million displaced.
Kiir and Machar formed a coalition government in February 2020.
For more on the new parliament, Channel Africa's Khumbelo Munzhelele spoke to Jame David Kolok, Chairperson of the South Sudan Civil Society Forum…
The Global Economy is now projected to expand by 5.4% in 2021 reflecting an upward revision of forecasts earlier in the year and after a sharp contraction of 3.6% in 2020 largely due to the coronavirus pandemic. The UN's World Economic Situation and Prospects mid-year report also finds that amid rapid vaccination and continued fiscal and monetary support, the world's largest economies of the United States and China are well set on a path to recovery. This however is contrasted by growth outlooks that remain fragile in many parts of the developing world including sub-Saharan Africa where COVID-19 vaccine rollout remains slow. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports…
The Nigerian Presidency has released an intelligence report that some people are plotting to overthrow the government of President Mohammadu Buhari. This has in turn thrown up a lot of dust as politicians, constitutional Lawyers, analysts and security experts take turns to evaluate the veracity of the claim and the possibility of there being a coup in the making. The coup plot is said to be planned by a group of Nigerians who are also planning to organize a vote of no confidence on the President. Collins Atohengbe reports...
About 2000 people have lost their lives in terrorist attacks in Mozambique's Cabo-Delgado region since 2017. This was announced by the country's Minister of Defense, Jaime Neto, during his visit to Portugal. Mozambique and Portugal have also signed a new military cooperation accord to help the country confront a growing terror threat by beefing up training of special forces. Milton Maluleque reports...
Refugees in the South African coastal city of Cape Town, have until the 15th of this month to either accept reintegration into their host communities or face eviction. This is according to Home Affairs minister, Aaron Motsoaledi. The department as well as other role players briefed Parliament's Home Affairs portfolio committee on the latest developments around foreign nationals protesting in Cape Town. Zalene Merrington reports...
World leaders have appealed for calm after at least 22 people were killed by rocket attacks launched by Israel in response to similar strikes by the Palestinian group Hamas. There has been a fresh build-up in anger between Palestinians and Israelis over plans to evict Palestinians from their homes in Sheikh Jarrah - that's in east Jerusalem - to make space for Israeli settlements. Violent clashes near al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem's Old City between Israeli police and Arab protesters left more than 300 Palestinians injured. To discuss this further, Khumelo Munzhelele spoke to Naeem Jeena, Executive Director of the Afro-Middle East Centre, A think tank based in Johannesburg...
The recent Covid-19 pandemic has not only reinforced the significant role played by nurses in the health care industry, but also highlight the challenges that they face in their efforts to help save lives.
Patient Health, a black-owned start-up in South Africa is today launching a new innovation that will empower and support nurses as they navigate their daily lives.
The digital platform, Afrinurse.com is launched in conjunction with World Nurses Day, annually observed on May 12.
Jane Rabothata spoke to the founder of the app and filed the following report...
South Africa's ruling African National Congress President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has called on suspended Secretary General of the party, Ace Magashule, to publicly apologise to all party structures, after the former sent him a suspension letter. This is part of the outcomes of the weekend's virtual National Executive meeting. For more on this, Khumbelo Munzhelele spoke to political analyst, Dumisani Tembe...
South Africa's Public sector Unions and Government representatives have met once again to try and break the deadlock in the wage talks. Unions are demanding a seven-percent increase, while government wants to keep wages at current levels. This is the last-ditch attempt to avoid a national strike by public sector workers which could paralyse public services in the country. To discuss this further, Khumbelo Munzhelele spoke to Reuben Maleka from the Public Servants Association, one of the country's largest public sector unions...
Health experts in South Africa are trying to make sense of how the new COVID variants already detected in the country will behave. This, amid the country witnessing a rise in daily new infections of the virus. Although it remains to be seen if the upward trend signals the start of the feared third wave, the Gauteng province in particular is said to be already worrying. To help us make sense of the COVID situation in the country lately, Khumbelo Mumzhelele spoke to clinical virologist, Dr Ramokone Maphoto …
Botswana and Zambia have opened the 260 million dollar Kazungula bridge, which may help alleviate congestion at one of Africa's busiest border crossings in neighbouring Zimbabwe. The 923 metre road and rail bridge offers a faster and cheaper alternative to a route via Beitbridge on Zimbabwe's border with South Africa. Kazungula has a one-stop border facility located near the quadripoint that links Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi and Zambian President Edgar Lungu presided over the ceremony on Monday to mark the opening of Kazungula. More from Hilda Akekelwa...
With vaccination for COVID-19 lagging in Africa, the World Health Organisation and the Global Vaccine Alliance are urging countries that have received doses to increase vaccine uptake. It has been revealed that the continent has administered only one per cent of the worldwide COVID-19 vaccine. Experts warn that if vaccine hesitancy continues, the region risks wasting vaccines after working hard to get them. Jane Rabothata has more…
India could see one million Covid deaths by August 1. The terrifying prediction of US researchers published by Lancet has spread disquiet. The authorities face suspicions of fudging numbers in India, where daily cases crossed 400-thousand, for the fourth time this month. Single-day casualties are hovering at around four-thousand. From New Delhi, Correspondent Rana Sen reports...
The Ethiopian parliament has endorsed a recent cabinet decision to classify the Tigray People's Liberation Front -TPLF, which has long dominated Ethiopian politics and until recently ruled the Tigray region, as a terrorist organization. The resolution, which was unanimously passed by ruling party MPs, also includes the Oromo Liberation Army -OLA, an armed group active in the Oromia and Amhara regions. The classification of the TPLF as a terrorist entity makes the prospect of peace talks in Tigray even more complicated, six months after the federal army launched a major military operation to overthrow the regional authorities there. According to Professor Constantinos Berhuetefsa, who is an Ethiopian Political expert, the designation of the two groups as terrorists will jeopardise mediation talks.
South Africa's ruling ANC Special NEC meeting enters its third and final day with mounting calls for NEC members to go on a retreat or to hold a special conference in a bid to find ways to save the party from imploding. For the first time in over 100 years, the governing party is holding its NEC meeting with its Secretary General suspended. And as if this is not enough, its Secretary Ace Magashule was kicked out of the meeting on Saturday for defying his suspension orders. Ntebo Mokobo has more…
African health ministers will meet this Saturday, to review the Covid-19 strategy that the continent set at the beginning in 2020, to tackle the pandemic and seek better ways to keep the continent with minimal cases. Africa is preparing itself to avoid another surge of the COVID -19 pandemic, as it watches India closely. Colleta Wanjohi has more from Addis Ababa...
South Africa's world-leading data science training institute the Explore Data Science Academy will soon be offering its range of online data science and data engineering coursed in Africa, focusing on Nigeria and Kenya. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to the Chief Executive Officer of Explore Data Science Academy, Shaun Dippnall...
South Africans have been watching the infighting within the ruling African National Party since the announcement that the party's Secretary General, Ace Magashule was temporarily suspended until his corruption case is finalised. In response to this Magashule made his own attempt to suspend the party leader and president, Cyril Ramaphosa. Ramaphosa responded to this suspension by telling parliamentarians that the letter of suspension issued to him by SG as null and void. Magashule insists he remains the secretary-general as he has lodged an appeal with the party. He said the party's 2017 resolution called for all those facing allegations of corruption to step aside and not just those facing corruption and serious charges. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Political Analyst, Dumisani Tembe...
Former South African rugby player, Lindani Myeni, has been described as a gentle giant who loved people. Myeni's family and friends gathered at the Empangeni Rugby club in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal Province to remember him. Twenty-nine-year-old Myeni was shot and killed in a confrontation with police in Honolulu in Hawaii in the United States last month, after they responded to a report of a burglary in progress at a location near his home. Nonhlakanipho Magwaza reports ...
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa says the variant of the Covid-19 virus that is raging in India is very worrying. He was answering questions during a hybrid sitting of the National Assembly, where he was grilled by opposition, mainly, on the country's vaccination procurement and the roll-out of vaccination programme. While awaiting a report from the National Coronavirus Command Council, government will soon make decisive decisions on what measures to take. Zalene Merrington reports...
The International Criminal Court has sentenced Dominic Ongwen, a former child soldier who became one of the top commanders of the rebel Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), to 25 years in prison for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Uganda. In February Ongwen was found guilty of 61 charges including murders, rapes and sexual enslavement during a reign of terror in the early 2000s by the LRA, led by the fugitive Joseph Kony. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to retired Ugandan Journalist, Mike Arereng....
Suspended secretary general of South Africa's ruling ANC Ace Magashule has hit back, claiming that he has suspended party president Cyril Ramaphosa and that he would appeal his suspension. A defiant Magashule, who was suspended yesterday for failing to step aside, described his suspension from party activities as fatally flawed, while questioning his deputy's authority to issue him with the letter. As part of his suspension, Magashule has been barred from addressing public rallies or handling party-related matters while serving his suspension and facing criminal charges in a court of law. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Political analyst, Xolani Dube....
South Africa's ruling ANC has temporarily suspended the membership of its Secretary-General Ace Magashule until the finalization of his court case. Magashule is prohibited from making public pronouncements or participating in political activity. The suspension is effective from Monday, the 3rd of May 2021. For more on this, Francis Heard spoke to SABC reporter Samkele Maseko....
Kenya and Uganda have banned passenger flights from India, where cases of the new covid-19 variant are surging. Reports say, more than three-thousand people are dying daily in India as millions of its citizens gasp for fresh air on streets in various parts of the country. James Shimanyula reports...
Tanzanian businesspeople will now be free to operate in Kenya without the need for work permits and business visas, that's what President Uhuru Kenyatta said on Wednesday. Speaking during a joint business forum, President Kenyatta and Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania, pledged to remove non-tariff barriers that stand in the way of doing business for investors in both countries. Tanzania's bilateral relations with Kenya have been strained over various issues, including visas, free market access, among others. The issues have slowed down trade between the two neighbours. Sarah Kimani reports...
Banks on the continent presented their yearly results in late March 2021 and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic affected the whole industry equally, as expected. Across the board, headline earnings were down, profits took a big hit and the overall outlook remained negative. However, not everything was bad news. Looking in more detail, a bigger trend is taking shape. Several Banks reported double-digit growth on digital active users, digital money transactions and internet-banking services uptake.
Moreover, small and medium enterprises across the continent went digital, strengthening banks' digital SME revenue streams. To find out more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Cornel Dixon, Head of Middle East and Africa at Backbase.
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi will relinquish her Miss Universe crown when the much-delayed pageant is held later this month, but not after being the longest-reigning Queen in the history of the competition.
It's an additional achievement that came about as a result of the coronavirus pandemic as her usual year-long reign was extended as the pageant itself was postponed.
Our United States Correspondent, Sherwin Bryce-Pease, met up with Zozi in New York for a catch-up before her departure for this year's spectacle in less than two weeks...
It is estimated that there are over 50 million children under the age of 15 living with asthma in sub-Saharan Africa, most of them reportedly in South Africa.
Experts say managing the lung condition in children can be complicated and stressful for parents and caregivers.
It is therefore befitting that this year's World Asthma Day, an annual campaign on the first Tuesday of May, focused on "uncovering Asthma Misconceptions".
To reflect on the prevalence Asthma in South Africa and challenges faced in addressing the scourge, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Paediatric Pulmonologist from the University of KwaZulu Natal, Professor Refiloe Masekela...
Fuel prices in South Africa went down at midnight, which is a turnaround from last month's across-the-board price increase.
Petrol will be cheaper by around 9 cents per litre, with diesel at 30 cents per litre drop, and illuminating paraffin down by 23 cents.
Petrol prices in South Africa are higher than they've ever been before with the various levies and taxes imposed on every litre of fuel sold.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Layton Beard from the Automobile Association of South Africa...
Black Umbrellas, a non-profit South African incubation organisation that promotes the development and advancement of black-owned small businesses, has repositioned itself to meet the needs of a world altered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
This has included rebranding and restructuring the organisation as well as introducing a host of new products designed to improve the ability of small businesses to access procurement opportunities within supply chains as well as the funding required to deliver on these opportunities.
For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Tina Hlophe, Stakeholder Engagement Manager at Black Umbrellas...
Zulu maidens or izintombi braved the cold weather and held a night vigil outside the Johannesburg Mortuary to honour the Zulu queen, Shiyiwe Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu.
She died last week Thursday. The maids gathered at Calton Center before the proceeding to the mortuary where the queen's body is.
Horisani Sithole reports...
Tanzania and Kenya have agreed to eliminate barriers preventing smooth flow of trade and movement of people between the two countries.
The agreement was reached in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, during crucial bilateral talks between Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Tanzanian counterpart, Samia Suluhu Hassan.
James Shimanyula reports…
The World Economic Forum has prioritised the reskilling and upskilling of a billion people within the next decade. They have invited nations like South Africa to join the movement by reviewing its education, training, and development plans with the intention on reskilling or upskilling the workforce. On the back of the impact of covid-19 on employment in South Africa, it is imperative to take a critical look at the importance of skills development in a tough economic climate, to assist in attaining the goal of upskilling and reskilling. To find out more on this, we speak to Francois Pulzone, Head of Business Development at the Skills Development Corporation
Many of South Africa's political parties believe there was little to celebrate on May Day this year.
The day, celebrated the world over, is aimed at commemorating the achievement of workers and highlighting the challenges they continue to face.
In South Africa, high unemployment, the social and economic ravages caused by the COVID 19 pandemic and the need for worker unity are just some of the issues reflected on by local parties as Busi Chimombe reports...
South Africa's government says it is working closely with corporates to expand its workers ownership programme.
Speaking to the media ahead of international Workers day celebrations, Minister of Trade and Industry Ibrahim Patel commended companies who have enabled employees to own shares in companies.
Patel says over the past number of years government has began to prioritise empowerment schemes that provide their workers equity or shares in the company that they work for. Amina Accram reports...
Former South African rugby player, Lindani Myeni, has made his final journey home.
His body was transported to his hometown Richards Bay, in Kwazulu Natal Province, after arriving at the O.R Tambo International Airport on Saturday.
He will be laid to rest next Saturday.
The twenty-nine-year old was shot in a confrontation with police in Honolulu, Hawaii, after they responded to a burglary in progress.
Police claim Myeni, who lived nearby, followed a woman to her home and exhibited strange behaviour. They say when they arrived at the home, he charged at the officers. Sashin Naidoo reports...
Displaced people are living in precarious situation in the Mozambican port city of Pemba, capital of the province of Cabo Delgado.
The bulk of the displaced are those who fled the terrorist attacks in Palma.
Milton Maluleque reports from Maputo…
Cameroon's military says it has killed several Boko Haram militants and seized war equipment in clashes.
A statement from the defence ministry indicates that the troops also pushed the Islamists back into north-east Nigeria.
Cameroonian officials say some of the terrorists are still hiding along the border and are calling on villagers to report suspects.
Moki Kindzeka reports from Yaoundé…
The African World Heritage Youth Forum, which gathers about 30 youth participants from various parts of the African continent, began last week and is being held virtually this year.
The forum culminates with the annual Celebration of the African World Heritage Day on May 5 under the banner of the African Union Year for Arts, Culture and Heritage: Building the levers for the Africa we want.
To find out more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Dr. Albino Jopela, Head of Programmes at the African World Heritage Fund...
The COVID-19 pandemic has been accompanied by an enormous concurrent global infodemic. That's the message from the United Nations (UN) Secretary General as the world marks World Press Freedom Day Today.
The UN Department of Global Communications hosted a virtual roundtable discussion to shed light on the ruptures happening in the media space with public interest media organisations becoming more threatened than ever just as their role in society is needed more than ever.
UN Correspondent, Sherwin Bryce-Pease, reflects on an issue that is not only close to all journalists and media practitioners but also by extension, the people and societies that consume their work...
South Africa's Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande, has defended the government's decision to source Cuban engineers to help repair the country's ailing water infrastructure. Nzimande was speaking during a visit to the Elijah Barayi Memorial Training Centre in Midrand, north of Johannesburg. The Elijah Barayi Memorial Training Centre upskills mine workers in various fields such as boiler-making. Maluti Obuseng filed this report...
As South Africa this week resumes its vaccination campaign following the temporary halting of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine roll-out, Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize, maintains that the country will recover lost ground. The rolling out of the Jonhson and Jonhson drug was suspended due to concerns about blood clots raised in the United States. The Department of Health has confirmed an additional 95 vaccination sites. Jane Rabothata reports...
A storm is brewing in Zimbabwe following a landmark ruling by the High Court that if a married woman cheats then her husband is entitled to full lobola refund. This came after years of court proceedings in which a magistrate court also made the same judgement but was appealed against. In the appeals court, Justices' Mwayera and Uchena concurred that the husband is entitled to a full lobola refund causing some buzz on social media on the matter. Channel Africa's John Cassim, reports from Harare...
The South African Municipal Workers Union(SAMWU) members will march on Saturday to mark International Workers' Day. The union, under the "Back to Work Campaign, will be staging a march in a bid to convince City of Cape Town bosses to not fire more than 500 firefighters and also in support of decent work and working conditions in the City. For more on this issue, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Michael Khumalo, SAMWU Regional Secretary for the City of Cape Town Metro Municipality...
Her Majesty Queen Shiyiwe Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu of the Zulu Nation of South Africa has passed away. Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi announced the passing of the Regent of the Zulu Nation on Thursday evening. LeeAnne Manas has more...
Fresh tensions have erupted between Sudan and Ethiopia over the controversial Nile dam. Ethiopia is planning to fill its 600 MW dam reservoir on the Nile River for a second time this year. Sudan, which wants joint control of technical operations of the dam with Ethiopia and Egypt, has slammed Addis Ababa for taking unilateral action. But Ethiopia is sticking to its guns. Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa...
The judicial commission of inquiry into state capture will continue hearing evidence from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his capacity as leader of the ANC.This will be the second of four appearances with another two others scheduled for mid-May. The inquiry has over the past two years heard evidence that has implicated the ANC and some of its members. It is expected that Ramaphosa may need to answer questions on what the ANC did once state capture allegations were presented to the party's leaders. More from Khanyi Magubane, an independent political analyst..
The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, GAIN, has launched the Scaling Up Nutrition Business Network, SBN, to support small and medium-sized entrepreneurs involved in Ethiopia's food sector increase the availability and affordability of safe, nutritious food. The SBN is one of four global networks within the Scaling Up Nutrition Movement which supports 61 Countries, including Ethiopia, to develop a multi-stakeholder approach to scale up and invest in nutrition. More from Abenezer Feleke, Project Manager of SBN Ethiopia under GAIN…
Now more than ever, people the world over are talking about vaccinations. While these conversations tend to focus on the Covid-19 vaccine, experts say the critical role of other vaccinations in general healthcare should not be forgotten. Hence the World Health Organisation is using Global Immunisation week which takes place during the last week of every April, to bring back the focus on the importance of routine vaccinations. More from Lizeth Kruger, National Clinic Manager at Dis-Chem retail pharmacy in South Africa…
The humanitarian situation in Ethiopia's northern region is deteriorating. That's the warning from the United Nations (UN). The UN's humanitarian agency says over one-million people are currently in need of urgent assistance in the Tigray Region. The international community, has increased pressure on the government to end the conflict, and called on Eritrea to withdraw its troops from the area. Ethiopia has since allowed humanitarian access into its northern region. However the six-month long combat shows no sign of ending, forcing thousands of people to flee from homes in search of safety. Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa...
Somalia's President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed has announced he will no longer pursue a two-year extension of his presidential term, bowing to domestic and international pressure after clashes in the capital Mogadishu. Tensions have been rising in the horn of Africa nation since Mohamed's term lapsed in February, as he and leaders of Puntland and Jubaland, two of Somalia's five semi-autonomous states, failed to agree on how to conduct elections. In a televised address to the nation Mohamed popurlay known as Farmajo, said he would inform the parliament on Saturday of his decision. For more on this, Lulu Gaboo spoke to Matt Bryden, Horn of Africa Expert....
A new Human Rights Watch report says Israeli authorities are committing crimes against humanity of apartheid and persecution against Palestinians.
The report, A Threshold Crossed: Israel Authorities and the Crimes of Apartheid and Persecution, was launched at a virtual briefing in New York this Tuesday.
The report's findings are based on what the Non-Governmental Organisation calls an overarching Israeli Government policy to maintain the domination of Jewish Israeli's over Palestinians and grave abuses committed against Palestinians living in the occupied territories, including East Jerusalem.
As Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports, the rights group has called for the international community to reevaluate its engagement with Israel and adopt an approach centered on human rights and accountability...
South Africa's ruling African National Congress President, Cyril Ramaphosa, will finally appear before the State Capture Commission later this morning.
Ramaphosa's appearance before Commission Chairperson, Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, will be in two-parts.
For the next two days he will testify as the leader of the governing party and next month will give evidence as the President of the country and the Deputy President during the Jacob Zuma administration.
Ntebo Mokobo has more...
The South African Embassy in the United States has marked Freedom Day by honouring women's rights activist Charlotte Maxeke in addition to America's contribution to the Global Anti-Apartheid Movement.
Maxeke became the first black South African woman to receive a university degree courtesy of a scholarship to study at Wilberforce University in Ohio, a private historically black university that today claims Maxeke as their daughter.
It is also where she studied alongside writer W.E.B. du Bois and where she would meet her future husband before returning to South Africa.
Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports…
Kenya's Judicial Service Commission has nominated Justice Martha Koome to become the country's Chief Justice, an appointment that would make her the first female to hold the position.
The commission announced Koome's nomination on Tuesday, days after a televised interview process was concluded.
Sarah Kimani has more from Nairobi…
More than 15 years after Uganda discovered oil, it is now preparing to make history as one of Africa's largest oil producers, with a target of 230 000 barrels a day.
As Channel Africa's James Shimanyula reports, Uganda's main markets for its oil will be in two continents, Asia and the rest of Africa…
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde government is now ready for work after it was inaugurated on Monday in the National Assembly.
The inauguration followed the approval of its program by 410 Members of Par;liament out of the 412 as part of meeting during the presentation of the 15 pillar program that targets four sectors.
Channel Africa's Jean Noel Ba-Mweze reports from Kinshasa…
French oil and gas company, Total, has confirmed that it has removed all of its personnel from Mozambique's northern province of Cabo Delgado that worked on the mega project amounting to $20 billion.
Milton Maluleque reports from Maputo...
Eleven years ago, Wealth Migrate embarked on a crowdfunding project in South Africa which was only launched in 2013 as there was no regulation then.
In 2015, Wealth Migrate formed the African Crowdfunding Association to try to get the industry regulated in South Africa and Africa and has been working with 24 platforms and the regulator since then.
In the last three months, the company was awarded the very first licence to crowdfunding in South Africa and Africa.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, has announced that Kenya will not shut down Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps but rather seek solutions.
Grandi who was in Kenya to ascertain the refugee situation in the region added that the government of Kenya would continue to provide hospitality to refugees, but that it wants a strategy in place on how to manange the camps.
This comes after Kenya's High Court suspended the move by government to shut down the camps that hold hundreds of thousands of refugees from war-torn neighboring countries.
Kenyan Authorities have insisted the refugee camps pose a security threat.
To get a sense where the discussions are in as far as the future of the two camps is concerned, Zikhona Miso spoke to Irungu Houghton, Head of Amnesty's International Kenya Office, listen…
Twenty-seven years ago South Africa successfully transitioned from the apartheid regime into a democratic republic without disintegrating into civil war.
According to author and entrepreneur Ian Fuhr, South Africa is the country it is today because of the countless sacrifices of many South Africans who fought tirelessly to overcome the brutal apartheid system.
This Freedom Day, Fuhr urges all South Africans to commit to becoming anti-racist, as he believes that racial polarisation is still very real and it isn't taken seriously.
To discuss this further, Channel Africa's Zikhona Miso spoke to Ian Fuhr...
South Africa is marking 27 years of freedom at a time when the impact of COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating with respect to a whole range of human rights especially social, economic and cultural rights. Gender based violence remains a big challenge for governments all over. In South Africa efforts have been put in place to address it and highlight the pandemic but women are still economically impacted through Gender Based Violence. This year's freedom day is celebrated under the theme "valuing our freedom in difficult times". For more on this, we are joined by Executive Director at Mosaic, Tarisai Mchuchu-Macmillan.
South Africa's Nonhlanhla Masina from the African School for Excellence in South Africa is representing Central and Southern Africa in the final round of the Cambridge International Schools Dedicated Teacher Awards. Masina will face winners from other regions of the world while the public votes on the global winner. Masina is also recognised as Mail & Guardian top 200 young South African for her work in education. She co-founded the school in the Gauteng Province in 2013. For more on this, Khumbelo Munzhelele spoke to Nonhlanhla Masina from the African School for Excellence in South Africa....
As South Africans celebrate Freedom Day today, we're reminded that South Africa is the country it is today because of the countless sacrifices of those who fought tirelessly to overcome the brutal apartheid system. A South African project, Indlulamithi Scenarios 2030, has worked with a wide cross section of society to ask what a socially cohesive South Africa would look like, and whether it is possible to achieve it by 2030. In doing so, they have drawn up different scenarios, each evoking a picture of the country under different levels of social cohesion. For more on this, Khumbelo Munzhelele spoke to Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya, Executive Committee member at Indlulamithi SA Scenarios 2030...…
MTN Group has officially submitted its bid for a license in Ethiopia's telecommunications sector. The bidding process has been closed with only two international companies expressing interest. Only one State owned telecom company Ethiotelecom currently enjoys a monopoly in the country. The decision to liberalise the sector was made by Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed, after he assumed power in 2018. Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:
United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, on Monday pressed Ethiopian Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed, for troops from Eritrea involved in the Tigray conflict to be withdrawn "immediately, in full, and in a verifiable manner," a statement from his office has said. In a phone call with Ahmed on Monday, Blinken expressed his concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country's Tigray region. Blinken is especially concerned of the growing risk of a famine in the Tigray region, his spokesperson said. Meanwhile, Blinken will today make a virtual visit to Kenya and Nigeria where he is expected to hold bilateral talks with leaders from both countries. Sarah Kimani has more...
A man has been arrested in the UK, in relation to on-going investigations into the Eskom fraud case. Michael Harry Lomas is wanted in South Africa and has appeared in court in London. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more...
More than 2 million students in South Sudan are expected to return to their Primary and Secondary schools on the third of next month.
The return to class comes after staying home for one year, following the government's decision to loosen Covid-19 lockdown rules.
However, measures of social distancing, hand-washing and wearing face masks, are still in place.
To tell us more, here is James Shimanyula with more…
April 24 marks World Meningitis Day and this year's theme is 'Take Action, #DefeatMeningitis'.
The day helps to raise awareness about meningitis, as it continues to be a major global public health issue causing up to 5 million cases each year, including epidemics of new strains that spread between countries and across the world.
For more on this, Channel Africa's Lulu Gaboo spoke to Dr Nasiha Soofie, Medical Head at Sanofi Pasteur Vaccines…
The Mozambican Government has updated the number of displaced people as a result of the terrorism in Cabo Delgado and instability in the central part of the country.
Over the past month, more than 60 000 people have fled the terrorist violence in Cabo Delgado and the central area of the country.
Milton Maluleque reports…
Zimbabweans have expressed concern over what could turn out to be another wasted academic year after teachers downed tools on Tuesday. This announcement comes after the Apex, a salary negotiation body on behalf of all civil servants stormed out of a negotiation meeting with the government last week. Government unilaterally awarded a 25 percent wage increase when workers were demanding to have their current salaries matched with the US dollar amount, they earned in 2018.
More from our Correspondent, JOHN CASSIM, reporting from HARARE, Zimbabwe.
The Chadian army says a military council led by the late president's 37-year-old son Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, a four-star general, will replace him as leader of Chad. The army has also suspended the government, the Constitution and Parliament. Freshly re-elected for a sixth term, Idris Deby succumbed to injuries while leading army operations in the face of a rebellion from Libya. His son Mahamat Deby will rule the country for the next18 months.
Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.
The Defence Minister of Mozambique, Jaime Neto, says the attack on the village of Palma earlier in April does not jeopardise the natural gas exploration project led by the oil company Total in Afungi, in the province of Cabo Delgado.
Our correspondent from Maputo, Milton Maluleque reports.
The World Wildlife Fund South Africa has published a report on the impact of the pandemic on recycling and the waste sector in South Africa.
Under lockdown, informal waste pickers were particularly hard-hit while cheaper virgin plastic, due to lower oil prices, also dealt a blow to recycling efforts, according to the report.
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Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) has confirmed the arrests of over 80 people during the just concluded week of commemoration of genocide.
The Trade Law Centre says members of Africa's new free trade area should complete their tariff reduction schedules and finalise essential rules of origin by July 2021 to start trading
There’s pandemonium in Zimbabwe following the announcement early this week that the national youth service is resuming soon.
The International Labour Organization (IOL) is hosting a webinar on 'Boosting the SCORE on Better Working Conditions and Improved Productivity in South Africa's Clothing and Textile Manufacturing Sector.' More from Jens Dyring Christensen, Senior Enterprise Specialist at the International Labour Organization (IOL)
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*** Communications and Digital Technologies Deputy Minister says the South African Broadcasting Corporation Board and Executive members should personally pay the costs of cases they lose in courts...
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*** The unreformed structure of the UN Security Council runs the risk of losing legitimacy, credibility and acceptance if the General Assembly fails to urgently implement the necessary reforms...
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*** An application by former South African President Jacob Zuma to have the State Capture Commission chair recuse himself will be heard at the commission this morning...
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*** The Secretary-General of South Africa's governing party to appear in court this morning for being implicated in a multi-million rand scandal...
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*** South Africa's public health response hailed as one of the best in the world...
In Economics: Kenya is betting on the newly passed Receipt System Council Act, 2019 to cut post-harvest losses for local farmers...
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*** Zimbabwean President's niece arrested on Monday for smuggling 7 kilograms of gold to Dubai, putting to doubt efforts to curb corruption...
*** Broadcasting signal distributor, Sentech, calls on government to assist the South African Broadcasting Corporation to meet its financial obligations...
In Economics: The Central Bank of eSwatini commences a process of developing a succession plan for its management...
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*** Tanzanians head to the polls in an election set to be a litmus test of President John Magufuli's authoritarian style after a five-year crackdown on the opposition and freedom of speech...
*** Electoral authorities in Guinea declare incumbent President Alpha Conde winner of the country's presidential election with 59-point-4-9% of the vote...
In Economics: The International Monetary Fund emphasizes that efforts to rebuild Zimbabwe's faltering economy should revolve around concrete steps to reform its volatile currency and resolve a long-drawn debt crisis...
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*** Ethiopia denounces what it terms as "belligerent threats" towards resolving an ongoing dispute with its neighbours over the sharing of the River Nile waters...
*** October is recognized as Eye Care Awareness month aimed at raising awareness about the importance of eye health, specifically around the prevention and treatment of avoidable blindness...
In Economics: A group of Zambian women and children file a class-action lawsuit against a subsidiary of the mining company Anglo American for alleged mass lead poisoning...
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*** The United States Agency for International Development comes up with two new food security programs aimed at empowering youth and women...
*** The South African Medical Research Council says close to a million people quit smoking in South Africa during the hard lockdown...
In Economics: China's Huawei Technologies reports a meagre 3-point-7 percent rise in quarterly revenue, ending the double-digit growth run it enjoyed earlier this year...
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*** Most South African political parties from the opposition benches criticised the Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan introduced by President Cyril Ramaphosa last week...
*** Gender based violence remains a serious global scourge which has been made even more visible by the COVID-19 pandemic...
In Economics: Airtel Tanzania announces a new partnership with Air Tanzania Company, where Airtel customers and others will get the access of purchasing Air Tanzania tickets through Airtel money wallets...
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*** Nigerian security forces have cracked down on peaceful protesters in Lagos after mass demonstrations against police brutality...
*** The year 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the United Nations and its founding Charter...
In Economics: Kenya's Agriculture Ministry makes new proposals aimed at restoring it to its former status as a key foreign exchange earner...
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*** Former Transnet Board chairperson concedes that the then Transnet board's decision to award former CEO R17 million in back pay and legal costs was indefensible...
*** South Africa's Deputy Minister for Communications calls on media industry owners to invest in their newsrooms to fight against fake news...
In Economics: Some 874 new cars were sold in Namibia last month, signalling a possible return to pre-Covid-19 sales levels...
The Zimbabwean government is busy with extradition processes to bring home former President Robert Mugabe’s allies who fled during the November 2017 coup.
South Africa's Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department confirms that the summer male initiation custom will be permitted, but under strict conditions.
The Food and Agriculture Organisation has described the Democratic Republic of Congo's food insecurity situation as very critical.
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*** Zambians continue voicing reactions over the jailing of opposition leader Chishimba Kambwili for two years...
*** A Zimbabwean orphan who survived abuse is now helping fellow orphans and marginalized citizens discover their agricultural potential...
In Economics: After six short years and with little to write home about, Kenya's Agriculture and Food Authority set to be disbanded...
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*** A group of top-tier business people convened by the United Nations has mproduced and codified a definition of Sustainable Development Investing...
*** Malawi elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for a term of 3 years, starting 2021...
In Economics: Kenyans brace themselves as the cost of diesel will go down marginally next month while super petrol will post a slight increase...
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*** Some opposition parties in South Africa have mixed expectations from President Cyril Ramaphosa's address during a Joint Sitting of Parliament tomorrow...
*** The global pharmaceutical company enters into non-exclusive voluntary licensing agreements with two leading generic manufacturers to expand patient access to doravirine, a medication used to treat HIV...
In Economics: The World Bank approves 12-billion-dollars in new funding for developing countries to finance the purchase and distribution of potential Covid19 vaccines, tests and treatments for their citizens...
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*** As Tanzania gears up for elections later this month, opposition parties are hopeful that they will cause an upset and secure a shock victory in the polls...
*** South Africa's health minister has yet again cautioned against people relaxing attitudes towards COVID-19, arguing that a second wave of the virus remains real threat...
In Economics: Australian Stock Exchange-listed resources giant scouring Zimbabwean landscapes to unlock fresh opportunities...
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*** Tributes continue to pour in for renowned South African human rights lawyer, Priscilla Jana...
*** The World Food Programme in celebration mode after being awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize for its contribution to bettering conditions for peace in conflict-affected areas...
In Economics: Mozambique's Strategic and Performance Office plans to increase its tariffs by 10 per cent next year.
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*** African National Congress President Cyril Ramaphosa has lauded the recent work done by different law enforcement agencies...
*** After more than 30 years of fighting, leaders of nine rebel groups and the Sudan government, sign a historic peace agreement...
In Economics: The Zambian government issues the first-ever small-scale gold exploration licence as it solidifies its commitment in prioritising community participation in mining...
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*** Efforts to jump-start South Africa's economy after an unprecedented economic crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic are set to feature prominently on the agenda of the ruling party's Lekgotla...
*** Kenyan President asserts that Africa's biggest asset is the potential held by its youthful population and not its natural resources...
In Economics: Costa Rica's president says he will withdraw a contentious austerity proposal aimed at helping the government secure a major loan from the IMF, after four days of protests...
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*** Kenyan President extends the dusk-to-dawn curfew by sixty days and lifts a ban on sale of alcohol in bars...
*** Today is World Heart Day, with the whole month of September marked as Heart month...
In Economics: The Zambia Chamber of Mines says the country should treat mineral royalty payments as a deductible expense in order to avoid double taxation and attract investment..
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*** Cameroon's journalism association calls on authorities to stop harassing reporters and to unconditionally release journalists still detained...
*** Zambia's financial standing seems to be in dire distress and now making the country seek a postponement in debt repayment to its creditors...
In Economics: The Nigerian government and organised labour to meet this morning after both sides failed to agree on the terms for the resolution of the dispute over the increase in petrol prices and electricity tariffs...
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****Nigerian doctors suspend second strike to allow government time to meet demands
****Former South African president Thabo Mbeki pays tribute to George Bizos
****80% of all child cancer cases occur in low and middle income countries
In Economic news............Kenya could in the coming days be hit by a major diesel shortage
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****Ethiopia's Tigray region heads to the polls today
****South Africa's ruling ANC to mediate in Zimbabwe's crisis
****Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari defends the mammoth fuel and electricity hike.
In Economic news......Zimbabwe resumes domestic flights to boost its tourism
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****Uganda's labour minister in custody for attempted murder
****Anger and outrage for South Africa's beauty retailer Clicks continues after 'racist' hair advert
****Today marks International Literacy Day
In Economic news.........South Africa's power utility Eskom says stage one load shedding will resume this morning
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****Guinea opposition leader to challenge President Conde in upcoming election
****South Africa's Clicks stores say it's business as usual despite threats of a shutdown
****Zimbabwe marks one year since Mugabe's death
In Economic news.......South Africa's power utility Eskom to implement Stage 1 load shedding from 8a.m.
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*** South African President faces tough questions about his commitment to tackle corruption in the country...
*** 6-thousand tonnes of cereals blocked on Cameroon's northern border with Nigeria, a day after Cameroon banned some export to its neighbour...
In Economics: The South African Automobile Association predictes a drop in most fuels for September...
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*** Black communities in the United States disproportionately affected by COVID-19, with African Americans accounting for three out of every four deaths in some parts of the country...
*** Airports across South Africa implement strict health and safety measures to curb the spread of COVID-19...
In Economics: South African president says National Treasury will regularly update the online publication on COVID-19 expenditure, to keep it current...
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*** The Economic Freedom Fighters introduces a private members' bill to nationalise the South African Reserve Bank...
*** The black man shot in the back at least seven times by police in the United States is currently paralyzed from the waist down but expected to survive...
In Economics: American Airlines becomes the latest carrier to warn of huge job losses because of the coronavirus pandemic...
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*** Once again protests have broken out in US cities after the shooting of black men by police officers...
*** Thousands of South African learners turned back home on the first day of school re-opening...
In Economics: The ripple effect of coronavirus still evident in the mining areas of South Africa's North West province...
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*** Governments are coming to the rescue of their citizens as they battle to get back to normal due to the Covid-19 disruptions...
*** The Congress of South African Students refuses to rule out the possibility of distrupting plans for the re-opening of schools this morning...
In Economics: Kenyan manufactures call for repayment of withheld VAT running into millions of US dollars owed by the Kenya Revenue Authority..
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*** The Democratic U.S. Presidential ticket wastes no time in slamming incumbent Donald Trump at their first joint appearance...
*** Top Zimbabwean lawyer complains that her client and investigative journalist Hopewell Chin'ono is being ill treated in prison...
In Economics: New data shows that rent prices in Kenya have dropped in the second quarter of 2020...
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*** Livelihoods of more than 100 Sudanese journalists set to become the latest casualties of the covid-19 pandemic...
*** South Africa's President expected to update the nation soon on whether the country may move to a lower alert level of lockdown...
In Economics: The West African nation's statistics office says Ghana's consumer price inflation rose to 11-point-4 percent year-on-year in July from 11-point-2 percent the previous month...
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*** Former South African Finance Minister confirms that he appointed his then special advisor without verifying his qualifications...
*** The United Nations Chief calls for a credible and transparent investigation to determine the exact cause of the explosion that devastated Lebanon's capital, Beirut...
In Economics: The confederation of Zimbabwe Miners president urges government to speedily recapitalise mining operations to achieve its ambitious 12 billion US dollars mining economy by 2023...
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*** South Africa mourns the passing of broadcasting legend, Bob Mabena...
*** Presumptive Democratic US Presidential Nominee Joe Biden expected to announce his running mate this week amidst expectations that it will be a black woman...
In Economics: Kenya's Agriculture Cabinet Secretary wants millers to process the imported Mexican maize in Mombasa to cut transport costs...
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The Zimbabwean High Court has denied bail to investigative journalist, Hopewell Chin'ono, thereby limiting his chance of freedom ahead of his trial. Chin'ono was arrested ahead of protests against corruption scheduled for the 31st of July following some COVID-19 scandal exposure that he also made. The illegal movement of undocumented foreign nationals known as 'border jumpers' is worsening around the Beitbridge border between South Africa and Zimbabwe. This comes amid a crackdown by Harare on dissidents. South Africa's Cabinet has called on all public institutions to uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability. The announcement was made by Justice and Correctional Services minister Ronald Lamola in Pretoria.
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*Cash strapped Zimbabwe signs deal worth billions to compensate white farmers *South Africa's ruling ANC, warns members against corruption during Covid-19 pandemic
****US President Donald Trump suggests delaying presidential election
In Economic news........South Africa's alcohol ban leads to mass retrenchments
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*** The controversial anti-malarial drug, hydroxychloroquine thrust back into the spotlight after a US doctor promotes it as an effective cure for COVID-19...
*** South Africa mourns the passing of television stalwart, Candy Moloi...
In Economics: Kenya's central bank holds its benchmark lending rate at 7-point-zero percent for the third time in a row...
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*** Opposition leaders in Mali are rejecting a plan by ECOWAS to end the country's spiralling crisis, still insisting that president Ibrahim Boubacar Keita resign...
*** South Africa's prepares to bid a final farewell to one of the country's foremost anti-apartheid stalwarts...
In Economics: Nigeria's state oil firm signs a 1-point-5 billion US dollars prepayment deal led by Standard Chartered and backed by oil traders Vitol Group and Matrix Energy...
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*** The body of the late US Congressman and Civil Rights Leader John Lewis to lie in state at the Capitol today...
*** Scores of people take to highways in South Africa to protest against the ban on the sale of tobacco products...
In Economics: Sub-Saharan Africa's economy to contract this year after shutdowns disrupted activity and as daily cases of coronavirus are still rising in the region...
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****Tunisia's Prime Minister steps down over political squabbles
****Struggle Icon Zindzi Mandela to be buried next to mom Winnie today
****SABC News turns 70 years old
In Economic news......South Africa's power utility Eskom says no loadshedding can be expected from this morning
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*** Tributes continue to come from far and wide following the death of South Africa's Ambassador to Denmark..
*** UNESCO says it deeply regrets the decision made by Turkish President to sign a decree converting the ancient Hagia Sophia building in Istanbul into a mosque...
In Economics: As countries across the globe continue grappling with the Covid-19 pandemic, air travel industry, which has been hit hard, is slowly resuming as select airlines across the world return to the skies...
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*** South Africans wake up to the news of a ban on sale and distribution of alcohol as the country scales up the fight against the coronavirus...
*** Malawi's new cabinet given five months to perform or face the chop...
In Economics: The public uproar over increased electricity costs has not deterred Botswana Power Corporation from pressing ahead with raising electricity costs...
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** President Cyril Ramaphosa urges South Africans not to panic as COVID 19 infections rise rapidly.
** Five people die weekly in South Sudan's Internally Displaced Persons camps.
** Gwede Mantashe says board chairpersons of State Owned Entitities who come running to the party, seeking intervention on corruption related issues don't know their job.
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*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urges citizens not to panic and be alarmed by the rising number of Coronavirus infections in the country...
*** Global perceptions of the United States have dramatically fallen as a result of its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey...
In Economics: The Consumer Unity and Trust Society of Zambia calls on Government to come up with a criteria on how farmers will graduate from the Farmer Input Support Programme...
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*** The United States calls on the UN Security Council to extend an arms embargo on Iran that was due to expire in October...
*** Unfair labour practices and the poor treatment of healthcare workers in South Africa said to have compromised the quality of health care in the country...
In Economics: The World Bank states that the collapse in oil prices and the COVID-19 pandemic could plunge the Nigerian economy into the worst economic recession since the 1980s...
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*** South Africa calls on the UN Security Council to respect the AU and continental efforts to find a solution to the Great Ethiopian Renaissance Dam...
*** Kenya has lost 800 Million US Dollars, in tourism revenue due to the COVID-19 crisis...
In Economics: The Eswatini Beverages will be able to import raw materials and further export their products for the duration of the alcohol ban...
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*** Malawi ushers in a new era with swearing-in of new president...
*** The Commission of Inquiry into State Capture in South Africa will resume its hearings today...
In Economics: The South African government secures commitments from investors amounting to millions of dollars which it hopes will drive an economic recovery in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic...
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*** The US sets a new record for daily infections of COVID-19, reaching almost 37-thousand cases in a single day...
*** Today marks International Day on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking...
In Economics: A member of Nigeria's central bank monetary policy committee says Nigerian banks plan to restructure over a third of loans after running into repayment problems due to the coronavirus pandemic...
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*** The Secretary General of the Arab League warn the UN Security Council that any unilateral actions by Israel to annex parts of the West Bank could ignite a religious war...
*** Government and parliament tell the South African Broadcasting Corporation that they do not support its planned staff retrenchments...
In Economics: The planned acquisition of a 62 percent stake in Banque Populaire du Rwanda Limited by Equity Bank Group called off...
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*** A staggering 31-thousand new COVID-19 cases recorded in the United States in the last 24 hours...
*** ndia's Defence Minister to meet Russia's military leadership, to try and resolve his country's worst diplomatic crisis with China in over 50 years...
In Economics: Namibia's high court has ruled that the state of emergency regulations that forbid Namibian employers from dismissing workers as unconstitutional and invalid...
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*** Malawians get ready to go to the polls tomorrow for fresh court-sanctioned presidential elections...
*** South Africans in Gauteng stranded this morning due to a taxi strike...
In Economics: Zimbabwe's sugar industry expects to produce around 455-thousand tonnes of the product this season, up 3 percent compared to the same period last year...
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*** South African President faces tough questions during a virtual q & a parliamentary session...
*** U.S. President's former top all threatens his re-election by releasing an explosive book...
In Economics: Employers in Kenya have 30 days to submit details of their supply officers or consultants as the government moves to weed out rogue players in public procurement...
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*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announcement easing of lockdown regulations, draws mixed reactions from political parties...
*** Results of a study conducted in the United Kingdom have been hailed a game-changer in the fight against COVID-19...
In Economics: The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe measures to stem parallel market activities prove futile as the Zim dollar continues to plunge on the forex parallel market...
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****US protests continue as another black man dies at the hands of police
****Zimbabwe's president criticized over calls of fast and prayer against Covid-19
****South Africa to celebrate Youth Day of a different kind
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*** U.S. President has authorized sanctioning individuals who are part of an ICC investigation into possible war crimes and crimes against humanity during the war in Afghanistan...
*** Health Sector Researchers in Rwanda announce ambitious bid to research and finally get either the cure or vaccine for Covid-19 pandemic...
In Economics: The eSwatini Energy Regulatory Authority on course to complete procurement of new Independent Power Producers for the 40 MeggaWatt solar energy through competitive tendering...
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*** Former South Africa President Thabo Mbeki reserves the sharpest criticism for the American justice system follwoing the death of George Floyd at the hands of police...
*** Burundi begins seven days of national mourning following the death of its outgoing President, Pierre Nkurunziza...
In Economics: The head of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation admits the country did not fully comply with a pact by oil producers to rein in output to balance markets...
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*** US politicians and celebrities join the Floyd family in a moving memorial for the 46 year old who died at the hands of police...
*** The South African government prepares to head to court to defend the lockdown regulations...
In Economics: A new report shows that Kenya's private sector continues to face falling levels of output and demand despite business activity going up slightly in May...
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*** A former top South African Judge urges the government to appeal a ruling that declared some disaster regulations unconstitutional and invalid...
*** Artificial Intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in helping the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic...
In Economics: Angola's state-owned Savings and Credit Bank transfers 80 percent of its bad debt to Recredit Assets management...
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*** Schools and universities in Cameroon reopen with hundreds of thousands of students going to class, despite a continued rise in cases of COVID-19...
*** A NGO based in one of the ten counties in South Sudan's Western Equatoria region reports an increase in teenage pregnancies since schools were closed as part of Covid-19 preventative measures...
In Economics: South Africa's automotive industry says the safety of its workers is paramount as they return to work under level 3 of the lockdown...
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*** The DRC's governing party refuses to nominate a parliament speaker...
*** Tensions between Zimbabwe and the USA grown following the recent killing of a black man George Floyd by a white cop...
In Economics: Authorities in South Africa say the price of both grades of petrol will increase from midnight...
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*** South African President praises the media for informing, stimulating debate and helped hold those in government accountable during the covid-19 pandemic...
*** Non-governmental organizations, governments, and people unite on World No Tobacco Day, to draw attention to the health problems that tobacco use can cause...
In Economics: The European Commission proposes setting up a fund to invest in strategic companies weakened by the Covid-19 crisis...
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the whole country will move to Alert Level Three from next Monday. The president says this will allow for the further opening of the economy while government continues to contain the spread of the Coronavirus.
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Zimbabweans are pondering on the possible loss of tradition and cultural values and norms owing to the COVID-19 health requirements. While today the continent is commemorating Africa Day, which came into being following the formation of the Organisation of the African Unity, OAU and later African Union, AU, the world is changing owing to the pandemic.
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The future of Medical Aid Schemes in South Africa post the COVID-19 pandemic hangs in the balance
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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*** Projections by experts advising the South African government COVID-19 are predicting that infections could reach 12 to 13 million by November...
*** The African Energy Chamber releases a report on Common-sense Energy Agenda against covid-19 and the oil price war...
In Economics: Another 2-point-4-million people filed for the unemployment benefit in the United States in the past week...
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*** The United States Health Protection Agency has published new detailed guidelines to contain the spread of the coronavirus...
*** A project developing a national decentralised currency network in Zimbabwe, listed on international cryptocurrency exchange...
In Economics: The Informal Traders Alliance of South Africa pleads with government to urgently lift the ban on the sale of cigarettes...
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*** African countries praised for their handling of the response to the covid-19 outbreak...
*** South Africa's Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga has confirmed that the new school calendar will be gazetted soon as it will have an impact on next year...
In Economics: Continued global cuts in oil production see a 30 US dollars a barrel price rise for the first time in two months...
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*** WHO Director General says that investing in health isn't the reward for development but rather a pre-requisite for it...
*** The majority of economists expect the South African Reserve Bank to cut the repo rate this week...
In Economics: The Southern African Research Foundation for Economic Development Regional Coordinator George Choongwa says the preservation of local business eco-system by government is important in Eswatini...
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*** The 73rd World Health Assembly that kicks off in Geneva later today is a victory for multilateralism in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak...
*** There are growing calls for governments in Africa to ensure the continuity of routine essential health services while responding to the COVID-19 crisis...
In Economics: South African energy regulator Nersa says it will allow power utility Eskom to recover 718 million US dollars from customers for electricity supplied in the 2018/19 financial year...
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As Coronavirus deaths in the United States topped 80-thousand, President Donald Trump declared that the nation had prevailed over the novel coronavirus while predicting a strong economy by late 2020 into 2021.
Most of observers have described the case of the Democratic Republic of Congo's president chief of staff that has opened in Kinshasa, as a big test for the country's justice. Vital Kanerhe, under arrest since more than a month, is accused with two others, of corruption and embezzlement of about 50 million US dollars intended to improve public housing.
Health officials in Zimbabwe have revealed, the country could be managing the COVID-19 pandemic owing to assistance from their all weather friend China. In Economics: Health experts are urging people living with diabetes to manage their condition well to reduce the risk of serious illness from COVID-19. Diabetic people are also encouraged take strict preventive measures to avoid contracting the virus, and ensure that they have adequate stock of their medication in the lockdown period.
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*** Zimbabwe's opposition falls into disarray as the factionalism wreaks havoc...
*** The International Finance Corporation estimates that Foreign Direct Investment into emerging economies will be down at least 40% from its 2019 base as a result of the coronavirus pandemic...
In Economics: The WHO says food prices fell for a third consecutive month in April, hit by the economic and logistical impact of the coronavirus pandemic...
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*** The prohibition of tobacco sales in South Africa during lockdown level four to be fought out in court...
*** The United Nations in South Africa launches an emergency appeal for more than a 130-million US dollars in response to the Covid-19 pandemic...
In Economics: Namibian Fishing companies, especially those with freezer vessels have prepared for the return to fishing operations...
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*** The tobacco lobby gears for a court challenge against the South African government's ban of tobacco products...
*** India has begun easing a nationwide lockdown which had threatened to drag the country into recession...
In Economics: Textile manufacturers in Kenya have stepped up production of personal protective equipment as demand surges and efforts to battle the spread of the coronavirus intensify...
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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** South Africa steps up measures to fight coronavirus outbreak...
** UN chief urges warring parties across the world to lay down their arms....
** In Economics: South African banks offer relief packages to their clients..
** And In Sports: Pressure mounts on IOC to postpone 2020 Olympics....
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** Ethiopia receives Jack Ma's coronavirus donation to Africa....
** South Africans await President Ramaphosa's address on coronavirus...
** In Economics: Kenyan poultry farmers urge government to impose taxes on Ugandan products..
** And In Sports: IOC sets 4-week-deadline for decision on 2020 Olympics....
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** UN urges governments step up efforts to control the spread coronavirus..
** Indian Prime Minister Modi orders nationwide curfew to combat coronavirus...
** In Economics: South Africa introduces laws to curb stockpiling and price hikes...
** And In Sports: Tokyo Olympics could be delayed due to coronavirus....
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** Zambia confirms first two cases of coronavirus...
** Chinese billionaire donates coronavirus test kits to African countries...
** In Economics: Qantas grounds all international flights......
** And In Sports: Comrades Marathon Association defends its stance on the 2020 race ...
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** South Sudan women demand more representation in top leadership positions...
** Zimbabwe declares corona virus national disaster...
** In Economics: World Bank adds 2 billion dollars to funds available for Coronavirus response..
** And In Sports: Japan Olympic Committee chief tests positive for coronavirus…..
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** Malawi's President Peter Mutharika dissolves his cabinet...
** Nigeria gas explosion kills at least 20 people...
** In Economics: Concerns over panic buying in South Africa...
** And In Sports: Football associations urged to push WHO's coronavirus advice..
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*** South Africa bans travellers from several coronavirus hit countries.....
** Nigeria's closed border boosts smuggling to Cameroon...
*** In Economics: January uptake of thermal power falls to record low in Kenya...
** And In Sports: IOC to hold coronavirus crisis talks with sports bodies...
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** US President Donald Trump bans travel between US and Europe...
** Removal of powerful Nigerian monarch sparks heated debate accross the country...
** In Economics: Shell reports 41 percent rise in oil spills in Nigeria due to sabotage..
** And In Sports: IOC could be forced to cancel Tokyo Olympic games....
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** South Africa beefs up measures to tackle Corona Virus at border posts....
** Democratic Republic of the Congo confirms first corona-virus case...
** In Economics: South African opposition says the country is facing a total power blackout.
** And In Sports: Athletics South Africa to challenge SASCOC rejection of Skhosana nomination…
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** Disagreements over cabinet posts threaten South Sudan unity government...
** International Criminal Court authorizes Afghanistan war crimes inquiry...
** In Economics: Unemployment has risen steeply in Kenya...
** And In Sports: Player death forces Nigerian FA to suspend the league....
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** South africa confirms four more cases of Corona Virus....
** Saudi Crown Prince targets senior royals in sweeping crackdown....
** In Economics World markets plunge due to Coronavirus fears...
** And In Sports: South African Proteas could avoid handshakes during their Indian tour...
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** South Africa confirms third case of deadly coronavirus.....
** Protests and celebrations mark International Women's Day accross the world....
** In Economics: Zambia buys artisanal gold to formalise unregulated mining...
** And In Sports: South Africa's Davis Cup promotion hopes crash....
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** South Sudan's unity government faces daunting challenges....
** Ethiopia slam US for undiplomatic role in Nile Dam talks...
** In Economics: Black Business Council make strides in establishing black owned bank in South Africa...
** And In Sports: South Africa beat Australia by six wickets in the second ODI....
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** Kenya beefs up security along its border with Somalia....
** South Africa's deputy president warns against lawlessness in land reform...
** In Economics: G7 Finance ministers ready to take action on coronavirus...
** And In Sports: South Africa ready for T20 World Cup semi-final against Australia...
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** African election management bodies meet in South Africa...
** Communal fighting erupts in South Sudan's Pibor region....
** In Economics: South African public sector workers threaten to down tools....
** And In Sports: Coronavirus forces England to ditch hand shakes in Sri Lanka.....
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** Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta announces plans to tackle coronavirus....
** South African Deputy President receives top leadership award.....
** In Economics: Global stock markets plunge over coronavirus fears....
** And In Sports: South Africa beat Fiji with to win LA Sevens Rugby tournament...
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** Mixed reactions to South Africa's Finance Minister's budget speech ...
** Cameroon court orders election rerun in english-speaking regions....
** In Economics: Kenya opens market for US wheat after bilateral talks...
** And In Sports: Australia thrash South Africa by 97 runs in third T20 international....
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** Tributes pour in for Egypt's former president Hosni Mubarak....
** South Africa's Finance Minister to present his budget this afternoon..
** In Economics: Nigeria exceeds Gross Domestic Product projections....
** And In Sports: Euro 2020 tournament could be affected by coronavirus outbreak...
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** South Africa's Finance Minister prepares to deliver his 2020 budget...
** Africa faces gloomy prospects of not achieving UN development goals.....
** In Economics: Nigeria to introduce more tax incentives to boost investments....
** And In Sports: Fixtures confirmed for African Nations Championship...
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** UN chief welcomes South Sudan's Unity government....
** Malawi MPs reject bill to amend presidential election law....
** In Economics: AngloGold earnings lifted by bullion price strength..
** And In Sports: South African Stormers beat the Jaguares Super Rugby match....
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** South Sudan rival leaders agree to form a unity government..
** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa responds to State of the Nation debate...
** In Economics: Technology forces closure of some Zimbabwean banks..
** And In Sports: Lions name squad for Australasian Super Rugby tour...
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** US Secretary of State criticises South Africa's land expropriation plan....
** Kenya angered by Djibouti's campaign for Security Council seat...
** In Economics: Radisson Blu Kigali reports 18 percent growth in profit.....
*** And In Sports: South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada ready to face Australia....
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** South Africa's former apologizes for controversial apartheid statement...
** Efforts to diffuse tension between Uganda and Rwanda continue....
** In Economics: IMF urges Botswana to fast track new growth model..
** And In Sports: Women's T20 World Cup begins this week in Australia...
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*** Elders say President Bhuhari has failed to improve security in Nigeria...
*** Ethiopia approves controversial hate speech law.....
*** And In Economics: FirstRand Namibia expects better interim earnings...
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** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers State of the Nation Address....
** Amnesty International accuses Somalia's government of harrassing journalists.....
** In Economics: South Africans urged not to succumb to the challenges of ailing economy ....
** And In Sports: Chinese GP and Hong Kong Sevens add to Asia's sports calendar chaos…......
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** UN Security Council calls for lasting ceasefire in Libya.....
** South Africans await today's State of the Nation address....
** In Economics: AngloGold Ashanti sells its remaining South African assets.....
** And In Sports: South Africa beat England by one run in opening T20 match...
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** Thousands gather to bid farewell to Kenya's former President Daniel arap Moi..
** Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas rejects Middle East Peace Plan....
** In Economics: Experts downplay the impact of locust invasion in East Africa..
** And In Sports World Rugby awards another tournament to South Africa…
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*** African Union vows to boost efforts to end crisis in Libya ....
*** UN sounds alarm over swarms of locusts in East Africa...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean millers affirm commitment to grain subsidy programme....
*** And In Sports: ICC to use no-ball technology for Women's T20 Cricket World Cup..
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*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa takes over the rotational chair of the AU...
*** Nigeria to recover 300 million stolen by its former military ruler....
*** In Economics: Experts say route cuts are intended to make SAA sustainable...
*** And In Sports: England beat South Africa in third ODI to draw series..
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*** South Sudan leaders urged to form a unity government this month....
*** African leaders prepare to attend AU Summit in Addis Ababa....
*** In Economics: SAA cuts foreign and local routes to stay afloat.....
*** And In Sports: Bangladesh reach first ever Under-19 Cricket World Cup final...
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*** US President Donald Trump acquitted on both impeachment charges....
*** Malawi President Peter Mutharika to appeal court ruling annulling his election win...
*** In Economics: State Capture Inquiry hears more testimony about contracts at SAA....
*** And In Sports: FIFA is eager to transform football in Africa....
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*** Lesotho first lady Maesaiah Thabane to be charged with murder....
*** South Africa prepares to take over the reins of the African Union....
*** In Economics: Hyundai suspends output as coronavirus disrupts supply chain....
*** And In Sports: De Kock leads from the front as South Africa thump England....
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*** Malawians await court verdict on election petition....
*** Zimbabwean President slammed for failing to condemn violence by machete gangs....
*** In Economics: South Africans brace themselves for more loadshedding this week....
*** And In Sports: Sundowns secure top spot in CAF Champions League Group C...
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*** Horn of African countries join forces to fight against terrorism......
*** Palestinian leaders reject President Donald Trump's Middle East peace plan.....
*** In Economics: Food inflation rises to a 27-month high in Kenya.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa lock horns with Bagladesh in ICC Cricket World Cup Quarter-final...
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** Nigeria criticises Transparency International over corruption survey...
** Zimbabwean government discourages travel to China after coronavirus outbreak....
** In Economics: African Development Bank approves grant for disaster risk management in Zimbabwe...
** And In Sports: England beat South African Proteas to win series 3-1......
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*** Somalia launches humanitarian response plan to assist 3 million people....
*** Burundi lawmakers approves retirement package for outgoing presidents...
*** In Economics: Rwanda and Zimbabwe set for further trade cooperation....
*** And In Sports...Bidvest Wits bows out of the CAF Confederation Cup....
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*** Court orders Myanmar to prevent genocide against the Rohingya people..
*** Climate activists urge governments and big business to reduce carbon emissions.....
*** In Economics: World Economic Forum enters its final day......
*** And In Sports...South Africa's Kevin Anderson crashes out of the Australian Open......
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*** Major world powers support UN efforts for a lasting cease-fire in Libya....
*** US President Donald Trump accused of setting up a corrupt scheme to pressure Ukraine...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe central bank governor says inflation will fall to 50 percent...
*** And In Sports: South Africa thrash Canada in their ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup match....
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*** UN Security Council consider a proposal to meet on the situation in Libya..
*** President Donald Trump's impeachment trial get underway later today..
*** In Economics: World leaders gather in Davos for World Economic Forum...
*** And In Sports: Cricket South Africa sends four players to conditioning camp..
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*** UK-Africa business summit gets underway in London....
*** Concerns over humanitarian situation in the Horn of Africa region....
*** In Economics: Uganda Airlines announce direct flights to Johannesburg...
*** And In Sports: Serena Williams kicks off her 2020 Australian Open campaign..
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*** Concerns over human rights violations in Southern Africa.....
*** Filipe Nyusi sworn in as president of Mozambique for a second term..
*** In Economics: Ethiopian Airlines announces plans to build Africa's largest airport...
*** And In Sports: Third test between South Africa and England begins today..
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*** China's foreign minister calls for removal of sanctions on Zimbabwe...
*** South Africa's State Capture Commission resumes..
*** In Economics: South African government heeds call to decentralize state owned enterprises....
*** And In Sports: Australian Open qualifying begins despite poor air quality in Melbourne..
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*** Talks to resolve Nile Dam dispute continue in Washington....
*** Al-Shabab rebels kill three teachers in eastern Kenya.....
*** Zimbabwean teachers set to go on strike as schools open....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe finance minister sticks to 3 percent growth forecast...
*** And In Sports: Corruption trial of former IAAF chief delayed....
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****US sanctions South Sudan vice president over human rights abuse
****Eskom misled Ramaphosa says Mabuza
****Nigerians worried as Chad withdraws all troops
In Economic news.......World Bank Group forecasts that the Sub-Saharan Africa economy will grow
And in Sport........American golfer Veerman leads SA Open at Randpark…
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*Zambia on the brink of famine *Fugitive ex-Nissan boss Ghosn speaks after fleeing Japan
****Another blow for the Royal family as Harry and Meghan step down
In Economic news.............Kenyan wheat farmers demand protection from imports
And in Sport.........South African Open golf tournament tees off today
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***Two Iraqi bases housing US forces attacked
****The UK says there must be no war with Iran
****Africa's oldest liberation movement set to celebrate its 108th birthday
In Economic news........South Africa's power utility Eskom says its technicians are working around the clock to restore capacity
And in Sports...There's confusion over Cricket South Africa's position on the 4-day Tests..
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**** 3 killed in al-Shabab attack on Kenyan military base
****Refugees or asylum seekers cannot participate in political activities in South Africa.
****Today is the final countdown to matric results for 2019
In Economic news............Rwanda government to Set Up Financial Intelligence Centre
And in Sport...............South Africa frustrates England after Dom Sibley century…
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****Iraqi MPs back call to expel US troops
****Eskom promises no loadshedding today
****Over 50 fisherman killed by Boko Haram
In Economic news..............Coffee Farmers in Tanzania want access to International Markets
And in Sport...................Louis Oosthuizen leads SA's best in South African Open
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*** South Africa urges UAE government to ratify extradition treaty....
*** Zimbabawe's Election Resource Centre launches reform barometer.....
*** In Economics: Sudan's economy continue to face challenges....
*** And In Sports: Uganda beat Eritrea to win Secafa Senior Challenge Cup...
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*** Rebels kill at least 200 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo...
*** WFP chief warns of an escalating humanitarian crisis in SouthSudan.....
*** In Economics: IEA confident that South Africa can pursue clean energy production in a sustainable manner....
*** And In Sports: Eight Springboks commit to Western Province Rugby…..
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*** Helicopter team begins lifesaving Ebola vaccinations in the DRC ...
*** UN anti-corruption conference begins in Abu Dhabi..........
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's Labour Ministry approves publication of collective bargaining agreement.....
*** And In Sports: Paarl Rocks beat Tshwane Spartans to win Mzansi Super League..
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*** South Africa criticised for not arresting Rwandan fugitive hiding in the country...
*** Malawian President Peter Mutharika meets civil society groups to defuse tension.....
*** In Economics: Stage 2 power cuts contiunue in South Africa....
*** And In Sports: World Rugby Sevens Series returns to Cape Town this weekend.....
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*** Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed receives Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo.....
*** South Africa re-affirms commitment to enhance its climate change plans....
*** In Economics: South African President cuts short his trip to Egypt to deal with power crisis...
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Lesotho to reach Cosafa Cup semifinals.......
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*** Amnesty slams proposed Nigerian laws as attack on free speech...
*** Countries urged to sign a declaration that will ensure that children are prioritised in the climate action policies....
*** In Economics: South African President vows drastic steps to save state companies....
*** And In Sports: South Africa ready to play Lesotho at the Cosafa Under-20 Championships....
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*** Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore re-arrested hours after he was freed.....
*** Miss South Africa Zozibini Tunzi crowned Miss Universe.....
*** In Economics: IMF approves 247 million dollar reform loan to Angola....
*** And in Sports: Russia could face a four-year ban from major sporting events.....
- Cameroon government urged to intensify efforts to restore security, justice and the conditions for the resumption of normal life in the English speaking regions.
- South Africans are digesting a mix of negative and positive news as the petrol price is set to rise at midnight. Economics: The World Bank forecasts Tanzania's economy to grow 5-point-8 percent in 2020... Sport: The 2019 COSAFA Men's Under-20 Championship gets underway tomorrow with hosts Zambia taking on Botswana.
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*** Sudanese government approves law to dissolve former ruling party....
*** UN experts day Zimbabwe is facing man-made starvation.....
*** In Economics: South African Airways to undergo radical restructuring....
*** And In Sports: Sundowns begin Champions League group stage with a bang...
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*** Namibians go to the polls today to elect a new president and parliament....
*** DRC protesters accuse peacekeepers of failing to protect them from rebel attacks...
*** In Economics: Malawi introduces carbon tax on vehicles......
*** And In Sports: International Olympic Committee condemns Russia…
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*** Human rights defenders slam dubious land sales in Malawi.....
*** Concerns over worsening humanitarian situation in occupied Palestinian territory of Gaza.
*** In Economics: China slams Zimbabwe for understating its bilateral support....
*** And In In Sports: South Africa's Under 23 soccer team qualify for Olympic Games......
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*** Controversial Nigerian social media bill passes second reading in the Senate...
*** South Africa's former President Jcob Zuma returns to court today.....
*** In Economics: Strike at South African Airways could soon be over. ....
*** And In Sports: South Africa ready for must win AFCON 3rd and 4th place playoff match against Ghana....
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*** US Ambassador to the EU testifies on impeachment inquiry.....
*** South Africa says no member state is exempt from the obligations of the UN Charter....
*** In Economics: Unions vow to intensify strike at South African Airways.....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria Football Federation boss blames investigations for recent failures....
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Former Congolese warlord to appeal the 30-year term handed by the ICC for war crimes and crimes against humanity...
*** The Gambia files a historic lawsuit in the International Court of Justice seeking to hold Myanmar accountable for State-sponsored genocide against its minority Muslim population...
In Economics: Rwanda looks to Zimbabwean mining professionals to cover a skills gap...
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*** South Africa's main opposition party prepares to elect its new leader.....
*** Cameroon to hold parliamentary election on February 9...
*** In Economics: SAA clash with unions over its plan to retrench workers....
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Ivory Coast at the under-23 Africa Cup of Nations....
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*** DRC rebel leader Juvenal Musabimana has been killed....
*** South Africa relaxes travel requirements for child tourists.....
*** In Economics: Africa Investment Forum enters its second day in Johannesburg....
*** And In Sports: Two Africans in the running for World Athlete of the Year AWARD...
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*** Disagreements threaten DRC's multi-billion dollar Dam Project...
*** China vows to work with South Africa to safeguard multilateralism.....
*** In Economics: Mozambique's central bank leaves interest rates unchanged.....
*** And In Sports: Top Kenyan runner ready for Sunday's New York Marathon...
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*** Security Council renews UN mission mandate in Western Sahara....
*** South Africa's Finance Minister Tito Mboweni delivers his Mid-term budget....
*** In Economics: Uganda telecoms operators ordered to list on local bourse...
*** And .In Sports: Nigerian FA recalls captain Ahmed Musa for AFCON qualifiers........
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*** Malawi Electoral Commission postpones bye-elections in Lilongwe......
*** UN Security Council strengthens call for women's participation in peace processes....
*** In Economics: South African government reveals plan for struggling power utility....
*** And..In Sports: Namibia beat Oman to qualify for T20 Cricket World Cup...
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*** Hundreds march against sanctions in Zimbabwe .....
*** Terror victims rebuild their lives in Northern Cameroon .....
*** In Economics: Kenya Airways recruitS 40 local pilots ...
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Wales reach rugby World Cup final...
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*** Ethiopian activist calls for calm after deadly clashes.....
*** AfriForum wants to prosecute South African oppositiion party leader Julius Malema...
*** In Economics: South African Airways flight schedules returns to normal...
*** And In Sports: China to host first expanded edition of FIFA Club World Cup...
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*** Botswana awaits presidential election results.....
*** South African opposition party leader Mmusi Maimane resigns.....
** In Economics: Zimbabwe Revenue Authority cracks the whip on staff......
*** And In Sports: South African FA desperate to send a strong under 23 team to Egypt....
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*** Election fever grips Botswana as voting gets underway......
*** President Ramaphosa leads South African delegation to Russia-Africa Summit....
*** In Economics: Banks distance themselves from moves by MTN Nigeria to impose USSD charges....
*** And In Sports: South Africa wins 2019 Africa Netball Cup.....
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*** Botswana opposition decries harassment ahead of elections....
*** UN agency releases landmark report on migration from Africa to Europe.....
*** In Economics: Eskom issues court papers to recover millions from Deloitte....
*** And In Sports: Proteas winning streak continues at Africa Netball Cup.....
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*** Botswana electoral commission refutes allegations of irregularities....
*** Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni calls his rival Bobi Wine, an enemy of prosperity...
*** In Economics: South African union rejects calls for the privatisation Eskom.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa end Japan's fairy tale Rugby World Cup run.....
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*** Observers commend Mozambique for holding peaceful elections........
*** South African government urged to do more to tackle corruption. ....
*** In Economics: IMF chief hails progress in China-US trade talks...
*** And In Sports: Australia and England clash in Rugby World Cup Quarter final....
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*** Nigerian government accused of gagging the media....
*** Mozambique awaits presidential election results.......
*** UN Security Council ends peacekeeping mission in Haiti...
*** In Economics: Stage two load shedding to continue in South Africa..
*** And In Sports: Springboks expect a high tempo game against Japan...
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*** Vote counting begins in Mozambique after presidential elections....
*** South Africa's International Relations Minister kicks off her visit to the Middle East...
*** In Economics: IMF downgrades its forecast for global economic growth..
*** And In Sports: UEFA opens probe into Bulgarian racism against England.....
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*** Voting gets underway in Mozambiques's Presidential elections.....
*** South Africa's Former President returns to court to face corruption charges.....
*** US threatens to impose sanctions against South Sudan....
*** In Economics: Corruption costs South Africa billions of Dollars...
*** And In Sports: Springboks prepare for Rugby World Cup quarter-final against Japan.....
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*** South Africa's Former President Jacob Zuma to find out today whether his corruption trial will go ahead....
*** YouthConnekt Africa Summit gets underway in Kigali......
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean treasury tables ambitious revenue collection target...
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's national women's soccer team coach resigns…
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*** Mozambique Election Commission says its all systems go for elections next week..
*** UN Security Council to meet after Turkey strikes against Kurds in Syria.....
*** In Economics: Experts call for greater investment in the energy sector in Africa...
*** And In Sports: England's Rugby World Cup match against France set to be cancelled...
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*** Zimbabwean churches call for a seven year suspension of elections...
*** Duduzane Zuma concludes testimony at the state capture inquiry.....
*** In Economics: South African government urged to take unpopular decisions to save SAA...
*** And In Sports: South Africa qualifies for Rugby World Cup quarter-finals....
But first, Anne Moosa with the news.....
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*** Sudan and South Sudan accused of neglecting people in Abyei region...
*** Mara Group opens Africa's first smartphone factory in Rwanda...
*** In Economics: Nigeria ready to partner with Britain to tackle unemployment...
*** And In Sports: Bafana Bafana hit by injuries ahead of Nelson Mandela Challenge match against Mali....
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*** Tunisia sets presidential election runoff for October 13....
*** Duduzane Zuma set to appear before South Africa's state capture inquiry..
*** And In Sports: Springbok coach make changes to his team to face Canada....
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*** Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari begins state visit to South Africa..
*** Youth activists call for greater inclusion of young people in Africa's development....
*** In Economics: South African trade unions welcome ruling ANC initiative to strengthen the economy...
*** And In Sports: South Africa still hopeful of getting medals at the world athletics championships....
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*** Nigerian Police rescue 19 pregnant women and girls in Lagos...
*** DRC authorities appeal for funds to assists returnees from Angola...
*** In Economics: US blocks diamond imports from Zimbabwe and Congo....
*** And In Sports: Netball South Africa appoints new coach for the Proteas...
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*** UN rights envoy describes Zimbabwe as a toxic nation....
*** Nigerian police rescue more than 300 people in the northern city of Kaduna...
*** In Economics: VW rejects judge's plea to settle lawsuit over diesel emissions scandal...
*** And In Sports: Scotland thrash Samoa to get Rugby World Cup on track..
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*** South African minister condenms recent violence against foreigners...
*** UN vows to continue supporting new Sudanese government..
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's Makomo Resources hit by forex shortages...
*** And In Sports: Uganda lift Cosafa Women's Under 17 Championship trophy ....
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*** Zimbabwe's President calls on the US and Europe to lift sanctions against his country....
*** Malawi security forces clash with protesters in Blantyre....
*** In Economics: Concerns over digitization of the banking sector....
*** And In Sports: Sundowns hosts Cote d'Or in CAF Champions League....
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*** Zimbabwean court orders police to release union leader Dr Peter Magombeyi....
*** Ghanaian security forces arrest three alleged coup plotters...
*** In Economics: South African court to rule whether bank strike can go ahead.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana to play Mali in Nelson Mandela Challenge.....
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*** US President Donald Trump to face impeachment inquiry...
*** South Sudan's rival ethnic groups sign a peace agreement...
*** In Economics: South Africans urged to withdraw enough money ahead of banking strike....
*** And In Sports: Proteas shift focus to test cricket after T20 series draw with India.....
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*** Russia and China veto UN resolution calling for ceasefire in Syria....
*** Border between South Sudan and Sudan reopens...
*** In Economics: South Africa leaves main lending rate on hold....
*** And In Sports: Rugby World Cup gets underway today.....
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*** UN General Assembly to spotlight climate change.....
*** Zimbabwean police block a march by doctors in Harare......
*** UN experts to assist South Africa in its fight against gender based violence..
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's central bank hikes its main interest rate....
*** And In Sports: India beat South Africa in the second T20 cricket international...
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** Rwanda and Uganda hold talks to defuse tensions...
** UN General Assembly's 74th session gets underway.....
** In Economics: Zambia may import 300 Megawatts of power from South Africa....
** And In Sports: Cameroon prepares for under 17 tournament in Turkey...
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*** African leaders hail Zimbabwe's former president Robert Mugabe....
*** South Africa's President deploys special envoys to African countries...
*** In Economics: US autoworkers union calls for strike at General Motors...
*** And In Sports: South African Davis Cup team win their first-round tie against Bulgaria...
TOP STORIES South Africa's EFF pays tribute to Zimbabwe's former President Robert Mugabe More foreign nationals flee violent attacks in South Africa In Economics: Business Eswatini raises concern over xenophobic attacks in South Africa And In Sports: South African Rugby Union chief says Rassie Erasmus understands his transformation mandate
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*** South Sudan rival leaders agree to form unity government in November...
*** Nigerians leave South Africa over fears of violence...
*** In Economics: Britain agrees post-Brexit trade deal with countries in southern Africa.....
*** And In Sports: South African cricket team arrives in Dharam-shala for T20 series against India.....
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*** Security Council urged to lift economic sanctions against Sudan....
*** South Africa's ruling ANC leaders head to Zimbabwe for liberation movement meeting....
*** In Economics: Namibia to host artificial intelligence conference...
*** And In Sports: South Africa qualifies for Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations....
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*** South Sudan's exiled opposition leader Riech Machar arrives in Juba...
*** South Africa's International relations minister meets ambassadors to ease tensions...
*** In Economics South Africa among top tourist attractions in sub-Saharan Africa....
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas prepare for T20 internationals against India.......
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*** Tributes continue to pour in for former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe.....
*** South Africa's Finance Minister hails delegates at the World Economic Forum on Africa.....
*** In Economics: 12 thousand jobs are on the line in Lesotho textile industry...
*** And In Sports: Rafael Nadal beats Daniil Medvedev in US Open final..
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*** Zimbabwe's Former president Robert Mugabe has died......
*** South African opposition party apologises for recent attacks on foreign nationals....
*** In Economics: South African union threatens to disrupt the country's banking industry..
*** And In Sports: Bafana Bafana's friendly against Madagascar called off...
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*** Nigerian government summons South African ambassador over recent attacks....
*** Three South Sudan's rebel movements unite....
*** In Economics: Concerns over rising inequalities worldwide...
*** And In Sports: Zambia calls off friendly match against South Africa over xenophobic attacks...
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*** Internal fighting continues to drive deep divisions within South Africa's PAC....
*** UN chief Antonio Guterres vows continued support for DRC army....
*** In Economics: World Economic Forum on Africa to focus on inclusive growth...
***And In Sports: US Open defending champion Naomi Osaka knocked out....
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*** South Africa condemns violent clashes between taxi drivers and foreign nationals in Pretoria....
*** UN envoy to Zimbabwe urges rival politicians to pursue dialogue.....
*** In Economics: Weakness of Rand expected to negatively affect fuel prices in South Africa....
*** And In Sports: COSAFA Under 17 Women Championship draw takes place in Johannesburg...
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*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa face tough questions in parliament.....
*** Malawi President Peter Mutharika commissions naval patrol vessels...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean trade delegation to vist United Kingdom...
*** And In Sports: South Africa launches professional women's soccer league..
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*** Sudan swears in civilian majority ruling council.........
*** US President Donald Trump postpones state visit to Danmark...
*** In Economics: Mozambique reduces the price of liquid fuel....
*** And In Sports: SARU chief says the Springboks are strong World Cup challengers..
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*** South Africa's state capture inquiry marks one year anniversary....
*** Search for missing South African teachers continue in Vietnam....
*** Kenya to count intersex persons in upcoming census.....
*** In Economics: IMF warns Zimbabwe against boosting wages for state workers.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa take on Nigeria at the All Africa Games....
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*** Sudan opposition coalition and ruling military council sign power-sharing deal..
*** SADC urges western countries to lift sanctions against Zimbabwe....
*** In Economics: US-China trade war pose risk to Africa's economic prospects...
*** And In Sports: Namibian runner Helalia Johannes wins Spar Women's Challenge....
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*** Concerns over young people in Chad joining outlawed terror groups....
*** Hundreds of police deployed in Zimbabwe's capital ahead of today's protests...
*** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa begins state visit to Tanzania.....
*** In Economics: South Africans urged to defend the central bank's independence...
*** And In Sports: Springbok's Rugby World Cup squad 80 percent finalised…...
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*** Concerns over abductions of political activists in Zimbabwe...
*** Rwanda prepare to receive 500 migrants from Libya.......
In Economics: Nigeria's president tells central bank not to fund food imports.... . And In Sports: South Africa under-20 soccer team participation in Africa Games hangs by a thread....
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*** Cameroon government threatens all journalists.....
*** Consultations continue in the DRC ahead of cabinet announcement ......
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's foreign medical bills drain 400 million dollars....
*** And In Sports: Team South Africa face challenges ahead of the All-Africa Games...
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*** DRC political parties submit lists of candidates for key government positions....
*** South African Commission of Inquiry into State Capture resumes in Johannesburg...
*** In Economics: African airlines register growing passenger traffic....
*** And In Sports: Football Kenya Federation end contract with coach Sébastien Migné...
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*** Concerns over raging legal battle between South Africa's president and the Public Protector......
*** South African government expresses concern over Nigerian students call to expel South Africans...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean government signs coal agreement with Australian firm...
***And In Sports: South African Springboks win Rugby Championship in Argentina.....
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*** South Africa to send humanitarian assistance to South Sudan..
*** US President visits cities devastated by mass shootings despite objections....
*** In Economics: Nambia wants more public-private partnership agreements ...
*** And In Sports: South Africa clash with Zimbabwe in COSAFA Women's Championship....
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*** US imposes sweeping sanctions on Venezuelan government
*** Police and demonstrators clash in Malawi's capital Lilongwe..
*** In Economics: South African government amends wholesale and retail sector wages ...
*** And In Sports: South African FA urged to appoint full time coach for Bafana Bafana..
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*** DRC's new Prime minister prepares to form long awaited government....
*** Experts express concerns over growing food insecurity in Africa.....
*** In Economics: US President accuses China of manipulating its currency...
*** And In Sports: South African fast bowler Dale Steyn retires from Test cricket...
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*** UN Secretary general calls for concrete plans to tackle climate change....
*** Anti corruption protesters clash with Police in Liberia....
*** In Economics: US President to impose new 10 percent tariff on China...
*** And In Sports: Cheetahs make changes for Friday night clash against Golden Lions....
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*** UN says DRC Ebola outbreak could go beyond the country's borders...
*** DRC President and his predecessor agree on division of cabinet posts....
*** In Economics: Telkom Kenya to sack over 500 employees....
*** And In Sports: South Africa thrash Comoros in COSAFA Challenge opening match....
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*** Sudanese protest leaders cancel talks with ruling military council...
*** UN report documents horrors faced by children in conflict zones....
*** In Economics: South African unemployment jumps to a 16-year high..
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya out of Doha World Championships after court ruling...
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*** UN says foreign support is fuelling conflict in Libya
*** Gunmen kill at least 60 people in northeast Nigeria...
*** In Economics: Acting CEO appointed at struggling South Africa's power utility Eskom....
*** And In Sports: CAF reveal first round qualifying fixtures for 2022 FIFA World Cup....
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*** UN peacekeeping mission in Mali faces variety of challenges....
*** Egypt urge African nations to work together...
*** In Economics: Zambia says the West should not dictate terms when engaging with Africa on trade...
*** And In Sports: Zane Waddell wins gold for South Africa at the World Swimming Championships...
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*** Kenyan president replaces finance minister after corruption charges...
*** UNICEF highlights the importance of young people in policy formulation...
*** In Economics: New report accuses Mauritius of siphoning tax from poor countries..
*** And In Sports: Duane Vermeulen to lead the Springboks against the All Blacks...
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*** Kenyan Finance Minister pleads not guilty to 15 corruption charges....
*** Malawi's former president offers to mediate between protesters and the electoral body....
*** In Economics: IMF to begins process of selecting its next managing director.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's sports minister calls for professional netball league.....
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*** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa seeks review of Public Protector's report...
*** WHO says Ebola is not top of people's agenda in DRC communities....
*** In Economics: Rwanda prepares to host Inaugural Golden Business Forum.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Australia in the opening match of the Rugby Championship....
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** UN commemorates Nelson Mandela International Day...
** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa defends Public Enterprises Minister...
*** In Economics: South African Reserve Bank cuts repo rate ...
*** And In Sports Senegal and Algeria meet in Africa Cup of Nations final....
- The world marks Nelson Mandela International Day.
- South Africa's state capture inquiry postponed until Friday.
- Kenya urges regional states to go digital in war on corruption.
- South Africa book a spot in netball World Cup semis finals.
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*** Nigeria expresses concerns over killings of their citizens in South Africa...
*** South Africans mourn the death of music icon Johnny Clegg...
*** In Economics: South African coal power stations are coming to the end of their lifespan...
*** And In Sports: South African springboks prepare for Rugby Championship....
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*** Gambia's President Adama Barrow may try to stay in power longer than promised....
*** Former President Jacob Zuma set to face more questions at state capture inquiry...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's inflation almost doubled in June,....
*** And In Sports: Pressure mounts on Confederation of African Football president Ahmad....
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*** South Africa's former president to appear at the state capture commission...
*** Sudan's ruling military council arrest 20 people after a coup attempt...
*** In Economics: MTN Eswatini set to roll out affordable smart feature phone....
*** And In Sports: Algeria beat Nigeria to reach Africa Cup of Nations final...
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*** South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters MPs removed from Parliament....
*** Zimbabwean civil servants not happy with latest salary increment...
*** In Economics: Newly recruited Malawian teachers down tools over pay...
*** And In Sports: South African sprinter Akani Simbine face powerful line-up in Monaco Diamond League..
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*** DRC opposition MPs challenge decision to expel them from parliament....
*** South African teenagers fly from Cape to Cairo in homemade plane....
*** in Economics: AU Chair hails launch of African Continental Free Trade Area...
*** And In Sports: Proteas captain attributes poor World Cup showing to inconsistency..
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UN condems bombing of a migrant detention centre in Libya. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa begins working visit in Lesotho. Rwandans celebrate the 25th anniversary of Liberation Day. Economics: Zambian Tilapia giant embarks on an ambitious growth path. * Sports: COSAFA urges companies to invest more in women's football.
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*** UN says daily security assessment is needed in Ebola hit areas....
*** South Africa's Public Protector threatens legal action against SACP's Solly Mapaila...
*** In Economics: G20 leaders pledge actions to address economic downside risks and promote free trade...
*** And In Sports: South Africa and Morocco clash in their final Afcon Group D match.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
****G20 Summit kicks off in Japan...
****Twin bombings in Tunisia...
****Kenyan MP Njagua to spend second night in detention...
In Economic news............Zimbabwe's Reserve Bank will print an extra 400 million Dollars in bond notes and coins.
And in Sport..........Mahrez and Algeria top Mane's Senegal in heavyweight clash
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****Tanzania summons Kenyan envoy over MP's 'xenophobic' remarks
****Yellow Card campaigners urge Zambians to speak out against corruption
****Gambia's Jammeh accused of committing a string of sexual offences while in office.
In Economic news...............South Africa's Auditor-general says irregular expenditure in municipalities remains high
And in Sport.........Fifa has announced disciplinary proceedings against Cameroon
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**** Ethiopia has held a memorial service for the chief of the military, General Seare Mekonen, who was shot dead by his own bodyguard on Saturday
**** UNWOMEN launch the organisation's flagship report - Progress of the World's Women 2019-2020
**** A Britain-based Indian rapper faces sedition charges back home for social media posts
In Economic news......................................South Africa's Public Enterprises minister, Pravin Gordhan says progress has been made relating to the unbundling of power utility Eskom
And in Sport...............................................South African sports minister lashes out at Bafana Bafana after a poor performance in their opening AFCON match against Ivory Coast
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*** DRC opposition leader Jean-Pierre Bemba returns home....
*** Zimbabwean President says sale of ivory stocks could fund conservation...
*** In Economics: Namibia and Germany sign financial cooperation agreement...
*** And In Sports: Ivory Coast begin their AFCON campaign with victory over South Africa....
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*** MPs in Malawi disrupt President Mutharika's state of the nation address
*** Concerns over continuing violence in DRC's Ituri Province...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe pays Eskom to ease power shortages...
*** And In Sports: Algeria beat Kenya at the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt....
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*** Mixed reaction to President Cyril Ramaphosa's state of the nation address....
*** Amnesty International demand release of refugees in Mozambique...
*** In Economics: DRC faced with the challenge of diversifying its economy...
*** And In Sports: FIFA expected to take over the running of African football....
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*** IGAD ministers meet in Addis Ababa to discuss the crisis in Sudan
*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to deliver his State of the Nation Address...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's power utility implements stage two power cuts ....
*** And In Sports: South Africa on the brink of World Cup exit after New Zealand defeat...
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*** Pressure mounts on Sudan's military to hand over power to civilians...
*** UN chief condemns attack on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman.....
*** In Economics: Zambian President threatens to fine mining firms that break the law.....
*** And In Sports: Australia beat Brazil at the FIFA Women's World Cup....
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*** Sudanese protesters and military government to resume talks after bloody crackdown....
*** UN Security Council urged to step up its efforts to prevent conflicts.....
*** In Economics: Central Bank of Nigeria refute claims that it had floated the naira, .....
*** And In Sports: South Africa reach World Rugby Under 20 Championship semi-final....
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*** The Elders criticize US President Donald Trump for poor leadership...
*** UN welcomes Botswana court decision decriminalizing gay sex....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe demands right to sell 300 million dollars of ivory to fund game reserves....
*** And In Economics: South African runner Caster Semenya wins 2000 metre race in France...
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*** UN Security Council extends arms embargo on Libya...
*** Civil disobedience campaign shuts down Sudanese capital Khartoum...
*** In Economics: African Development Bank pledges more support towards regional integration......
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya named in South Africa's preliminary World Champs team...
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*** 7 people killed in Sudan as civil disobedience campaign get underway....
*** Thousands of Liberians protest against the corruption..
*** In Economics: African leaders head to Geneva to attend UN labour conference....
*** And In Sports: South Africa take on West Indies at the ICC Cricket World Cup....
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*** UN warns about the looming risk of famine in the Horn of Africa region....
*** Security situation in the Central African Republic remains volatile....
*** In Economics: Debate erupts over the independence of South Africa's central bank..
*** And In Sports: India beat South Africa by six wickets at the Cricket World Cup....
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*** Nigeria's Tijani Muhammad-Bande elected President of the UN General Assembly....
*** Experts say air pollution is the greatest environmental threat to health.....
*** In Economics: Standard Bank to close over 100 branches in South Africa...
*** And In Sports: Top South African bowler ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup.....
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UNwomen hails South Africa's new gender balanced cabinet Concerns over worsening healthcare situation in Gaza In Economics: Castel Malawi announces plan to retrench 300 workers And In Sports: South Africa finish third in the World Sevens Rugby Series
South Africa's new cabinet minister take their oath of office with a promise to deliver The World Health Organization, is calling on countries and partners to increase action to protect people from exposure to tobacco *And in Sport: Nigeria's national under 20 football team advances to the knockout stage of the world cup
South Africa's president Cyril Ramaphosa finally announces his much anticipated reconfigured executive. United States Special Counsel Robert Mueller confirms his report's main findings of Russian interference in the 2016 election *And in Sport: African football boss Ahmad is excited about the upcoming AFCON
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
- South Africa's parliament elects Cyril Ramaphosa as president.
- Vote counting continues in Malawi after tuesday's Presidential elections. *Economics: South African central bank likely to keep repo rate unchanged.
- And In Sports: South African cricket team not happy with practice facilities in Cardiff.
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*** Malawians await result of yesterday's presidential elections...
*** Uganda Journalists Association challenge suspension of 39 journalists.....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe hikes diesel and petrol prices by up to 47 percent....
*** And In Sports: South Africa announces 23-man squad for the Cosafa Cup...
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*** Malawians go to the polls today to elect their new leaders......
*** Rumors spread on social media of a possible coup in Zimbabwe...
*** In Economics: Analysts forecast weak growth performance for Nigeria...
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya to contest 3 000-metres at Prefontaine Classic.......
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*** Malawi prepares for general elections to be held next week...
*** Leaders of South Africa's main opposition party meet to discuss election performance....
*** In Economis: China to increase tariffs on 60 billion dollar worth of US goods....
*** And In Sports: Tyson Fury vows to become undisputed heavyweight champion..
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*** South Africa's ANC celebrates elections victory in Johannesburg....
*** Mozambicans in South Africa to vote in upcoming elections...
*** In Economics: Zambia's foreign debt soars to 10-point-2 billion US Dollars ...
*** And In Sports: Mamelodi Sundowns wins South African Premier Soccer League...
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*** South Africa's electoral commission launches election results audit after voter fraud claims...
*** Ethiopian government seek assistance to reform its Judicial system....
*** In Economics: Nigeria central bank head nominated for second term.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's under 20 team lose to Panama in World Cup preparation match....
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*** South Africa's ruling party takes an early lead as results start trickling in.....
*** South Africa signs new oil deal in war ravaged South Sudan......
*** In Economics: Rwanda announces plans to provide seeds to farmers to conduct on-farm trials.....
*** And In Sports: IAAF denies claims that its targeting South Africa's Caster Semenya…
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*** Election fever grips South Africa on the eve of the general elections.....
*** South Sudan misses deadline to form transitional government....
*** DRC's President Felix Tshisekedi marks first hundred days in office...
*** In Economics: African countries urged to discuss free trade agreement implementation modalities..
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Amajita prepares for FIFA Under-20 World Cup....
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**** Sudan's military interim government not willing to hand over power to civilian rule..
**** Political parties in South Africa wind up their final campaign ralies ahead of Wednesday's polls...
And in Sport: South African baseball team beat Uganda to keep their Olympic dreams alive...
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*** UN Chief highlights the importance of press freedom....
*** Cyclone Kenneth death toll rises to 41 in Mozambique.....
*** In Economics: BP enters Gambia with exploration deal in disputed A1 block.....
*** And In Sports: Barcelona beat Liverpool in Champions League semi-final....
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*** DRC opposition leader urges people power to remove President Felix Tshisekedi.....
*** UN appeals for greater support for cyclone affected countries in Southern Africa....
*** In Economics: Nigeria reiterates commitment to empower micro-entrepreneurs....
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya to hear outcomes of her case against IAAF on Wednesday…
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*** Voting goes smoothly for South Africans living abroad....
*** South Africa commemorates 25 years of democracy....
*** In Economics: Kenya secures funding from China for tech city and highway...
*** And In Sports: Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge wins London Marathon again....
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*** Democratic Republic of Congo's parliament elects first female speaker.....
*** Rwanda's Supreme Court repeals law banning satirical cartoons......
*** South Africa steps up relief efforts in areas devastated by floods...
*** In Economics: South African union AMCU faces deregistration by labour department...
*** And In Sports: Sundowns face Wydad Casablanca in CAF Champions League semifinals.…
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*** Protesters in Sudan ignore the army's demand to stop demonstrations....
*** UN adopts weakened resolution on sexual violence in conflict....
*** In Economics: Uganda's efforts to relaunch its national carrier receives much needed boost...
*** And In Sports: Spanish soccer giants Barcelona on the verge of La Liga title after beating Alaves....
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*** UN continues to back the Libya's government of national accord....
*** The third phase of India's marathon general election is underway..
*** In Economics: Namibia's aims to strengthen its macro-economic stability....
*** And In Sports: South African soccer legend says Sundowns can reach Champions League final...
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*** Uganda offers asylum to Sudan's former President Omar al Bashir...
*** AU Chair calls for urgent summit to discuss crisis in Libya and Sudan....
*** In Economics: South Africa's growth could decline by at least 1 percent....
*** And In Sports: Kenyan runners chase Two Oceans Marathon record...
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*** South African Communist Party pledges solidarity with the people of Sudan...
*** South African artists to raise funds for Cyclone Idai victims...
*** In Economics: South Africa's Kusile Power Station reaches a new milestone...
*** And In Sports: Nigeria to play Angola at the Under 17 Africa Cup of Nations..
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*** Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed meets Sudan's new military council....
*** Gunmen kidnap two Cuban doctors in Kenya...
*** In Economics: Tanzania supports AFDB proposal for capital increase
*** And In Sports: CAF Secretary General Amr Fahmy has been sacked...
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*** UN expresses concerns over the political situation in Sudan....
*** Violence in Mali forces thousands of people to flee their homes...
*** In Economics: Namibian fishing company forced to retrench 19 workers due to poor catches....
*** And In Sports: Tiger Woods wins 2019 Masters to claim his 15th golf major title...
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*** African Union says its closely monitoring developments in Libya....
*** DRC's new President faces criticism over comments about the previous adminitration...
*** In Economics: Drought expected to drag down Kenya's 2019 growth...
*** And In Sports: Springbok Sevens forward Zain Davids to undergo shoulder surgery...
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*** Russia accused of meddling in the electoral process in Madagascar....
*** South Africa's ruling ANC election candidate lists could change.....
*** In Economics: World Bank cuts sub Saharan Africa's growth forecast...
*** And In Sports: Football great Pele has been released from hospital..
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*** Rwanda begins 100 day mourning for genocide victims......
*** South African ministers meet African ambassadors to find ways to curb attacks on foreign nationals....
*** In Economics: South African retailer Steinhoff delays release of its financial statements...
*** And in Sports: Sundowns thrash Al Ahly in Caf Champions League quarter-final.....
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*** Ethiopian Airlines crash report puts pressure on aircraft maker Boeing...
*** Rwanda marks 25th anniversary of genocide this weekend...
*** In Economics: Zambia and Botswana to work with Zimbabwe on Kazungula Bridge Project..
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Banyana Banyana prepares for FIFA Women's World Cup.....
- Sudan security forces accused of killing anti government protestors.
- South Africa begins reintegration of displaced Malawian migrants.
- Economics: South Africa's power utility to spend millions of dollars on maintenance.
- Sports: Proteas selectors urged to pick Aiden Markram for this year's World Cup.
- UN calls for more funding and long term aid to Cyclone Idai victims.
- Security Council discusses ways to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.
- Economics: Sharp fuel increase could push up inflation in South Africa.
- Sports: Sundowns prepares for Champions League Quarter-final clash against Al Ahly.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemn attacks on foreigners...
*** Relief efforts continue in Mozambique and Zimbabwe after cylcone Idai...
*** In Economics: South African motorists brace for another fuel price hike...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Titans beat Dolphins to win One-Day Cricket Cup title.....
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*** South Sudan politician Rebecca Nyandeng signs new peace agreement...
*** Aid workers say community mistrust is worsening DRC Ebola outbreak...
*** Brazilian woman peacekeeper wins top UN military award....
*** In Economics: Kenya in no rush over new IMF standby facility..
*** And In Sports: South Africa steps up plans to host 2023 Women's World Cup....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over over widespread sexual abuse of refugees in Libya....
*** US faces criticism for recognising Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights....
*** In Economics: Imported chicken products dominate Namibian market ...
*** And In Sports: African referees learn how to use V.A.R technology...
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*** SADC confirms its support for decolonisation of Western Sahara....
*** Comoros main opposition party rejects presidential elections results....
*** In Economics: Global Business Roundtable gets underway in Johannesburg ...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's under-23 team beat Angola in AFCON qualifier...
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*** SADC solidarity conference with Western Sahara gets underway in Pretoria...
*** UN appeals for millions of dollars to help victims of Cyclone Idai....
*** In Economics: South African mines to cut thousands of jobs in the next three years...
*** And In Sports: South Africa ready for today's Olympic football qualifier against Angola....
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*** Election campaigning gains momentum in South Africa....
*** Chief Justice of Ghana calls for establishment of a tribunal to tackle cross-border crimes...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's state-oil firm plans to revamp its refineries....
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Sri Lanka by 16 runs to clinch T20 series....
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*** US imposes sanctions on DRC election commission officials....
*** UN warns of dire conditions in the aftermath of Cyclone Idai...
*** In Economics: Eskom power cuts expected to hit South Africa's GDP....
*** And In Sports: Court of Arbitration for Sport delays Caster Semenya verdict until April..
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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*** Cyclone Idai leaves hundreds of thousands homeless in Southern Africa...
*** South Africans urged to respect political differences....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe to sell shares in state owned companies.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa prepares for 2020 Olympic qualifier against Angola...
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*** UN envoy urges DRC President to form a new government...
*** Tensions continue to escalate between Uganda and Rwanda...
*** In Economics: South Africa's power utilty Eskom seeks 6 billion dollar loan.....
*** And In Sports: Bafana Bafana begin preparations for crucial AFCON qualifier against Libya..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US imposes visa bans on International Criminal Court investigators...
*** Cyclone Idai kills at least 65 people in Zimbabbwe......
*** In Economics: Severe power cuts continue in South Africa...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's quest for a place at the 2019 AFCON faces one final hurdle...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN says killings in the DRC may amount to crimes against humanity....
*** US Senate rejects President Trump's border emergency declaration...
*** In Economics: South Africa's mining production slump continues....
*** And In Sports: CAF appoint women officials for men's youth tournament..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Governorship election in six Nigerian states declared inconclusive....
*** Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta meets his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron in Nairobi....
*** In Economics: China consider canceling or rescheduling Congolese debt deal.....
*** And In Sports: Sadio Mane scored twice to steer Liverpool into the Champions League quarter-finals...
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*** South Africa vows to help Zimbabwe revive its economy...
*** Women's representation in political decision making continues to rise....
*** In Economics: Eswatini commits to provide business aftercare to investors....
*** And In Sports: South African Footbal Association gets rights to run schools sport
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa and Zimbabwe set to strengthen bilateral ties.......
*** DRC opposition warns against appointing a prime minister from Joseph Kabila's party...
*** In Economics: IFA secures 6 billion Dollars for infrastructure development in Africa...
*** And in Sports: Hashim Amla and JP Duminy return to Proteas ODI squad.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** No survivors on crashed Ethiopian airlines Boeing 737.....
*** Election campaigning gains momentum in South Africa....
*** India prepares for April eleven elections.......
*** In Economics: Malawi's contribution to the African Growth and Opportunity Act remains static...
*** And in Sports: South Africa beat France to win the Canada Sevens rugby title.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faces tough questions in parliament...
*** UN Commission on the Status of Women meets in New York......
*** In Economics: Electricity prices to increase by 9 percent in South Africa.....
** And In Sports: Pirates to play against FC Platinum in CAF Champions League....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwean government slammed for arresting opposition MP...
*** South African business sector urged to be at the forefront of fighting corruption...
*** In Economics: Strike disruprs several flights at Kenya's Jomo Kenyatta Airport.....
** And In Sports: South Africa beat Sri Lanka in second one day international.....
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** Concerns over large number of newly confirmed Ebola cases in the DRC....
*** Rights groups welcome DRC's decision to free political prisoners....
*** In Economics: Kylie Jenner becomes the youngest self made billionaire....
*** And In Sports: Proteas fast bowler Lungi Ngidi returns after injury layoff.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa concludes visit to Eswatini....
*** Concerns over rising food insecurity in Zimbabwe....
*** In Economics: Banks risk losing 350 billion US dolllars to cyber attacks....
** And In Sports: Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha breaks world indoor mile record.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Runner up in Nigeria's presidential election vows to challenge the results....
*** UN report on Gaza says Israeli forces may have committed war crimes....
*** In Economics: ILO Future of Work Report to be launched in South Africa today....
*** And In Sports: Football agent criticises Cardiff City for not arranging Emiliano Sala's flight.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Uganda repatriates former M23 fighters to the DRC....
*** President Donald Trump's former lawyer says he is a racist and a conman...
*** In Economics: Namibia ratifies the African Continental Free Trade Area....
*** And In Sports:South Africa to play Libya in crucial AFCON qualifier in Tunisia ...
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*** Concerns over lack of protection for civilians in Central African Republic..
*** US seeks urgent UN Security Council meeting on Venezuela....
*** In Economics: Kenya Airways faces criticism for cutting direct flights to New York....
*** And In Sports: Investigators release report into the plane crash which killed footballer Emiliano Sala....
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*** Nigeria awaits the results of saturday presidential elections...
*** South Africa Africa's main opposition party launches its election manifesto....
*** In Economics: Kenyan coast refinery now to operate bitumen facility.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa drawn in tough FIFA Under 20 World Cup group .....
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*** Nigerian army vows to deal with those planning to disrupt the elections...
*** New report accuses governments of bullying NGOs into silence...
*** In Economics: South African MPs debate the Eskom energy crisis....
*** And In Sports: Proteas batting woes continue in Port Elizabeth….
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** South Africa's ambassador to the UN criticises the Security Council....
*** Cameroon yet to build planned rehab centers for former Boko Haram fighters...
*** In Economics: Mozambique and South Africa to deepen cooperation....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's sports minister to support Caster Semenya in Switzerland...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa remains hopeful that elections in Nigeria will proceed smoothly....
*** South Africa's ruling ANC to finalise vetting process for election lists......
*** In Economics: South Africa's Finance Minister Tito Mboweni to present his maiden budget speech today....
*** And In Sports: England hopes to end decades of Cricket World Cup disappointment...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari vows to deal with vote riggers...
*** WHO warns of backsliding in measles fight as cases soar...
*** In Economics: South African Airways to be reorganised into three units...
*** And In Sports: South African olympic body to meet sports minister Tokozile Xasa ....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Boko Haram rebels kill at least eight people in northen Nigeria.....
*** South African opposition parties launch their election campaigns...
*** In Economics: South African union vows to fight planned retrenchments at Sibanye-Stillwater gold mine...
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya gets much needed support ahead of IAAF gender hearing....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Nigeria's presidential candidates wrap up their election campaigns....
*** Zimbabwe remembers late opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai.....
*** In Economics: South Africa's finance minister to announce measures to assist Eskom...
*** And In Sports: Thirteen wickets fell on the second day of the first test between South Africa and Sri Lanka...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Nigerian parties continue to woo voters ahead of saturday elections.....
*** Russia slams US government for meddling in the internal affairs of Venezuela.....
*** In Economics: Top Israeli company to start flying tourists to Zambia...
** And In Sports: South Africa caught off guard on day one of the opening Test against Sri Lanka...
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*** Fierce fighting erupts in South Sudan's River State...
*** Security issues dominate discusions at the African Union Summit...
*** Former Ghanaian President condemns corruption in Africa...
*** In Economics: Concerns over power cuts in South Africa....
*** And In Sports: Pirates ready for Champions League clash against Esperance this afternoon....
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** African leaders gather in Addis Ababa for the AU summit....
*** Mixed reaction to President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address...
*** In Economics: South Africa's ailing power ulitity Eskom to be restructured....
*** And In Sports: Soweto derby is on this weekend between Pirates and Chiefs....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa awaits President Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address....
*** Malawi's Vice President Saulos Chilima to run for presidency.....
*** In Economics: US President nominates David Malpass to head the World Bank....
*** And In Sports: Pakistan beat South Africa in the final T20 match....
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*** Concerns over attacks by armed groups in north-east Nigeria....
*** African leaders head to Addis Ababa for this weekend's AU summit..
*** In Economics: South African president allays investors' fears over land expropriation...
*** And In Sports: Ghana's Black Stars open their under 20 AFCON campaign with victory over Burkina Faso...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN urged to pay greater attention to mercenary activities in Africa...
*** European NGO calls for violence free elections in Nigeria....
*** In Economics: South African Mine Minister re-assures investors...
***And In Sports: Banyana Banyana coach names strong squad for Cyprus Cup....
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*** East African Community heads of state meet in Tanzania.....
*** Malawi's presidential candidates to submit their nomination papers..
*** In Economics: Tax on social networks has reduced the number of Internet users in Uganda....
***And In Sports: South African under 20 football team prepare to take on Nigeria...
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*** Nigeria battles to deal with the issue of the suspension of their chief Justice by President Mohammadu Buhari.....
*** Human rights organisations in Tanzania call on their government to continue supporting people with Albinism in their country .....
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*** Anti government protests continue in different parts of Sudan...
*** UN envoy for Western Sahara briefs the security council...
*** In Economics: South Africa's largest trade union plans nationwide strike over retrenchments...
***And In Sports: South Africa beat Pakistan by seven wickets to clinch ODI series....
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*** Cameroon deploys more troops along its border with Central African Republic...
*** UN says at least 40 people have been killed in recent violence in Venezuela....
*** In Economics: Botswana remains committed to diversifying the economy..
***And In Sports: Ivory Coast agrees to host 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.....
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*** Pressure mounts on Zimbabwe's President to start national dialogue...
*** Concerns over violent crackdown on protestors in Cameroon.....
*** In Economics: Kenya central bank holds main lending rate at 9 percent.....
*** And In Sports: Zambian legend Kalusha Bwalya's ban reduced on appeal by FIFA...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africans register to vote in 2019 presidential elections....
*** Kenyans urged to be more alert after saturday explosion in Nairobi...
*** Zimbabweans bid final farewell to music icon Oliver Mtukudzi....
*** In Economics: Botswana Meat Commission grapples with fate of 115 workers....
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*** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa begins state visit to India....
*** DRC's new President Felix Tshisekedi vows to combat corruption....
*** A team of observers from the EU arrive in Nigeria ahead of next month elections...
*** In Economics: French bank Societe Generale and South Africa's Absa join forces....
*** And In Sports: Pakistan Cricket Board slams captain Sarfraz Ahmed for racist remarks..
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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*** South African President calls for lifting of sanctions against Zimbabwe....
*** DRC opposition coalition calls for peaceful campaign of civil disobedience...
*** In Economics: World Bank says its happy with South Africa's efforts to resolve crisis in state owned companies...
*** And In Sports: Serena Williams dumped out of Australian Open by Karolina Pliskova...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa returns home from Europe...
*** South African mission to the UN pays tribute to ambassador Dumisani Kumalo
*** In Economics: World Economic Forum meeting gets underway in Davos....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Banyana Banyana prepare to play Sweden tonight....
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*** Attack on Nigerian military base displaces thousands of people....
*** Zimbabwean security forces blame rogue elements for violence against protesters.....
*** South Africa's former ambassador to the UN, Dumisani Khumalo has died....
*** In Economics: Low cost airline Fly 540 stops flights to Dar es Salaam....
*** And In Sports: Naomi Osaka reaches first Australian Open quarter-final....
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*** Sudanese police accused of using live ammunition on protesters.....
*** Concerns over over human rights abuses in Zimbabwe.....
*** In Economics: President Donald Trump cancels US delegation's trip to Davos....
*** And In Sports: Pakistan prepares for one day international against South Africa...
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*** Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga condemns deadly hotel attack in Nairobi.....
*** British Prime Minister Theresa May survives no confidence vote...
*** One third of UN workers say they have been sexually harassed in past two years....
*** In Economics: African Union offerd land for multi-billion dollar wakanda village project. ...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's national under 20 team coach pleased with overseas based players..
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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*** South Africa's ruling ANC launches its election mainifesto...
*** Zimbabwean government hikes fuel prices amid serious shortages..
*** In Economics: South African Reserve Bank urged to broaden its focus....
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas in command in the final Test against Pakistan...
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*** The international community has called for a peaceful resolution to the dispute of the presidential election results in the Democratic Republic of Congo.....
*** In South Africa, the National Council of Provinces has adopted the Electoral Laws Amendment bill during a special sitting.....
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*** We go live to the DRC where the country's electoral commission declared opposition leader, Felix Tshisekedi, the winner of the contentious December presidential election...
*** The US government partial shutdown is now in its third week and affecting mainly federal workers...
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: Zubayr Hamza relishing the opportunity of making his Test debut for the Proteas against Pakistan ....
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*** South Africa's ruling African National Congress preaches unity within its structures as they mark the 107th anniversarry of the party...
*** The situation in Gabon said to be back to normal after an atempted coup by some members of the military...
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: AFCON vote was politically but there are serious doubts about Egypt ....
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*** Amnesty international condemns deadly crackdown on protestors in Sudan...
*** Migrants remain stranded onboard a German rescue vessel.....
*** South Africa's ruling ANC celebrates its 107th birthday....
*** In Economics: Cocoa arrivals at Ivory Coast ports reach over one million tons...
*** And In Sports: CAF to announce 2019 Africa Cup of Nations host.....
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*** DRC election results have been postponed again...
*** South Africa's ruling ANC prepares for elections...
*** In Economics: Zambia's Konkola Copper Mines halts operations over tax concerns...
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas beat Pakistan to clinch series....
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*** DRC postpones long awaited presidential elections...
*** Bloodhound supersonic car hits financial roadblock.......
*** In Economics: Bus strike by South Africa's Autopax workers has ended...
*** And In Sports: Senegal end 2018 as Africa's top footballing nation....
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*** Arrest warrant issued for Zimbabwe's former first lady Grace Mugabe ...
*** Nigeria expresses concerns about Amnesty International's activities in the country...
*** In Economics: IMF chief says attacking corruption will improve South African economy....
*** And In Sports: Kenyan national soccer team coach threatens to quit over delayed salary...
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*** DRC government beefs up security ahead of presidential elections ...
*** Zimbabwe's president releases report on post election violence...
*** In Economics: African countries urged to implement initiatives to boost trade ,...
*** And In Sports: Esperance beat Chivas to claim fifth place at the Club World Cup …
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*** Experts say refugee crisis will not stop unless root causes are addressed....
*** Greenpeace says climate deal reached in Poland does not go far enough....
*** In Economics: US accuses China of breaking World Trade Organisation rules...
*** And In Sports: Banyana Banyana coach makes changes for Netherlands and Sweden clashes...
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*** A fire brokes out in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Independent National Electoral Commission's building in Kinshasa, destroying electoral equipment including thousands of voting machines...
*** The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region, calls on members to do everything possible to improve relations between Burundi and Rwanda....
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: Chad Le Clos helps Team South Africa reach first relay final
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*** South Africa continue to push for lifting of sanctions against Cuba...
*** Former lawyer for US President Donald Trump sentenced to three years in prison..
*** US AID provides 14 million dollars to support refugees in Kenya...
*** In Economics: African airlines expected to report 300 million dollar net loss....
*** And In Sports: Morocco says it will not host the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations....
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*** Concerns over the use of death penalty in South Sudan.....
*** UN member states adopt a global migration pact.....
*** In Economics: Kenyan tea farmers face bonus cuts as prices hit 30month low..
***And In Sports: Cosafa Under-20 Championships semi-finals get underway today....
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*** Burundians march in protest against comments made by AU Commission Chair...
*** Rwandan President Paul Kagame meets Austrian Chancellor, Sebastian Kurz...
*** In Economics: Protesters force shutdown at Libyan El Sharara oilfield......
***And In Sports: South Africa qualify for COSAFA under 20 Championships semi finals.....
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*** Rwandan court drops charges against opposition politician Diane Rwigara...
*** US fails in UN bid to condemn Palestine's Hamas movement......
*** In Economics: South African businesses urged to increase investment across the continent....
***And In Sports: South African golfer Louis Oosthuizen hungry for more open glory...
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*** MSF expresses concern over the rising number of Ebola cases in the DRC...
*** UN condemns sexual attacks on women and girls in South Sudan...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe to allow two new companies to mine diamonds..
***And In Sports: Sundowns cruise to the next round of CAF Champions League...
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*** South Africans mark fifth anniversary of Nelson Mandela's death...
*** UN seeks billions of dollars to tackle humanitarian crises.......
*** BRICS political parties dialogue gets underway in Pretoria...
*** In Economics: Qatar pulls out of Opec to focus on gas production..
***And In Sports: Kenyan marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge wins top IAAF award...
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*** Burundi issues arrest warrant for the country's former President Pierre Buyoya...
*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa hails G20 meeting held in Argentina...
*** In Economics: China and USA agree to a ceasefire in their bitter trade war...
***And In Sports: South Africa consider hosting 2019 Africa Cup of Nations...
South Africa's former president Jacob Zuma returns to court to face corruption charges. DRC presidential candidates Felix Tshisekedi and Vital Kamerhe joined forces. In Economics: Zambian government urged to delay launch of national airline. And In Sports: Nigeria lock horns with South Africa in Africa Women Cup of Nations final.
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*** Togo's main opposition coalition boycotts december elections...
*** South Africa's ruling ANC chairperson testifies at state capture inquiry....
*** In Economics: Investors urged to tap into Kenya's blue economy...
*** And In Sports: Good start for South Africa at the Diamond Netball Challenge....
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*** Concerns over renewed violence in Central African Republic....
*** UN warns of increasing human rights abuses in the DRC.....
*** In Economics: Nigeria partners with African Development Bank on ICT innovation fund.....
***And In Sports: African Women's Cup of Nations semi finals get underway today.....
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*** Zimbabwean pastor urges President Emerson Mnangagwa to repent....
*** South Africa's ruling ANC leaders embark on door to door election campaign...
*** In Economics: South Africa to invest one billion US dollars in South Sudan....
***And In Sports: Raja Casablanca beat V Club in Confederation Cup final first leg....
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*** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphos announces cabinet changes....
*** Election campaigns get underway in the DRC...
*** In Economics: Botswana's President highlights private sector's role in economic growth.....
***And In Sports: Unchanged Springbok team to take on Wales in the final test...
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*** South Africa faces criticism for abstaining on UN Myanmar vote...
*** Kenya and Mozambique to scrap visa requirements for their nationals....
*** In Economics: Global cashew prices jump nearly 10 percent....
***And In Sports: South Africa thrash Equatorial Guinea at the Africa Women Cup of Nations...
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*** German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins state visit to South Africa....
*** Kenyan police deny taking bribes from Al-Shabaab militants....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's AMG gets permission to import basic commodities..
***And In Sports: South Africa ready to face Equatorial Guinea in the African Women's Championship....
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*** DRC civil society call for more dialogue on the election process....
*** Madagascar presidential elections fail to produce an outright winner....
*** In Economics: British Prime Minister wins business support for draft Brexit deal...
***And In Sports: South Africa face Brazil at the FIFA Under 17 Women's World Cup...
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*** African Union leaders adopt several key reform decisions....
*** New report provides evidence linking Zimbabwean soldiers to post-election killings....
*** In Economics: Google to use high flying balloons to provide internet in Africa...
***And In Sports: Nigerian Super Eagles qualify for the 2019 African Cup of Nations...
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
UN envoy outlines security challenges facing DRC as it prepares for elections. Zimbabwe inquiry into post election violence resumes in Harare. In Economics: President Cyril Ramaphosa leads South African delegation to the European Union. ***And In Sports: South Africa's Kevin Anderson thrash Kei Nishikori at the ATP finals.
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*** Zimbabwe's opposition leader Nelson Chamisa evades kidnapping attempt.....
*** South Africa's State Capture inquiry set to resume today.....
*** In Economics: World leaders push for China backed trade deal excluding USA..
*** And In Sports: Esperance stun Al Ahly to clinch CAF Champions League title....
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Concerns over growing threat of transnational organized crime. US President Donald Trump claim big vitory in midterm elections. In Economics: African governments urged to develop policies that will unlock capital inflow. And In Sports: South Africa's Banyana Banyana prepares for Africa Women's Cup of Nations.
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
- G20 Africa Summit hailed as a success for the African continent.
- Pan African Parliament steps up efforts to combat money laundering.
- Economics: Botswana's young entrepreneurs heed calls to stimulate growth.
- And In Sports: Court of Arbitration for Sport clears Konakbayev to run for AIBA presidency.
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*** African leaders urged to ensure that policy-making takes place for entrepreneurship to flourish..
*** Concerns over the plight of 200 thousand Congolese expelled from Angola.....
*** In Economics: South African Investment Conference gets underway...
*** And In Sports: FIFA Council prepares to meet Kigali......
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*** Police intercept suspected bombs mailed to former US President Barack Obama....
*** Development Bank Southern Africa starts climate finance facility...
*** In Economics: Concerns over the South Africa's huge debt.....
*** And In Sports: Mind games escalate ahead of the Soweto Derby in South Africa....
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*** Zimbabwean opposition leader Nelson Chamisa warns ruling ZANU PF....
*** United Nations celebrates its 73rd anniversary today.....
*** In Economics: South Africa's Finance Minister Tito Mboweni prepares to deliver his maiden medium-term Budget speech...
*** And In Sports: Lionel Mapoe to join Springbok training squad in Stellenbosch...
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*** A dusk to dawn curfew has been imposed on Kaduna city in North Central Nigeria after the massacre of about Hundred people over the weekend...
*** The Democratic Republic of Congo's national co-ordination of the Catholic league council says the country's government has failed to secure Congolese and should improve or resign...
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*** Cameroon's Constitutional Council will today proclaim the results for this month's presidential election ...
*** South African leaders are calling for their country to rid society off corruption as they mark the centenary birthday of struggle icon Albertina Sisulu ...
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: England Rugby coach Eddie Jones believes it's simple to to beat the Boks ....
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*** UN calls for release of hundreds of people abducted in South Sudan...
*** Mozambique remembers late former President Samora Machel....
*** In Economics: Nigeria 's NNPC extends oil swap contracts by 6 months....
*** And I Sports: Athletics South Africa welcomes decision to delay IAAF gender rule......
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*** Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari urged to resign.....
** Gambia launches truth and reconciliation commission....
*** WHO expresses concerns over Ebola outbreak in the DRC...
*** In Economics: Nigeria state oil company denies existence of fuel subsidy fund....
*** And in Sports: Olympic gold medalist urges WADA to unban cannabis.......
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*** Concerns over killings of health workers in northern Nigeria...
*** South African group demand changes to the electoral laws....
*** In Economics: Nigerian Senate to probe fuel subsidy fund at state-oil firm....
*** And In Sports: WADA to audit Russian anti-doping agency in December....
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*** Fresh clashes in Darfur forces more people to flee their homes.....
*** South Africa's Deputy President hold talks with South Sudan leaders...
*** In Economics: South African rand has strengthened further on Monday...
*** And In Sports: Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers continue today...
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*** South Africa donates 689 thousand dollars to Western Sahara refugees...
*** UN envoy highlights the importance of road safety in developing countries...
*** In Economics: Libya may suspend production at Zawiya oil refinery...
*** And In Sports: Kenyan running great Kip Keino faces corruption charges....
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*** EU observers say Zimbabwe election fell short on fairness.....
*** AU-UN visit to South Sudan concludes with messages of hope....
*** In Economics: Zambia is scaling-up solar project is a flagship project.....
*** And In Sports: CAF calls off Sierra Leone's AFCON qualifier against Ghana....
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*** South African opposition parties welcome the appointment of Tito Mboweni as finance minister....
*** United States ambassador to United Nations resigns.....
*** In Economics: Prices of basic goods shoot up in Zimbabwe...
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas beat Zimbabwe in the first T20 international...
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*** Regional leaders meet to discuss security situation in the DRC...
*** Pressure mounts on South African Finance Minister to step down.....
*** In Economics: IMF cuts global growth forecast amid US and China trade war.....
*** And In Sports: IOC picks Senegal as the first African host for Youth Olympics..
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*** Peacekeepers assist in the fight against Ebola in the DRC....
*** UN Secretary-General hails Nobel Peace Prize winners...
*** In Economics: AU seeks support for low cost carriers to support intra-Africa travel...
*** And In Sports: Chad le Clos wins four medals at the FINA Swimming World Cup...
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*** Cameroonian political parties hold final rallies ahead of sunday elections...
*** UN Security Council delegaton to visit Democratic Republic of Congo....
*** In Economics: Liberian government signs multimillion dollar deal for road construction...
*** And In Sports: All Blacks ready for Rugby Championships clash against Springboks in Pretoria...
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*** South Africa's Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene says he was fired for refusing to sign a nuclear deal with Russia....
*** Burundi urges suspended foreign NGOs to comply with new laws....
*** In Economics: Namibians urged to embrace technology....
*** And In Sports: All Blacks captain Kieran Read returns for last test against Springboks...
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*** South Africa's ruling ANC to probe alleged plot to remove its president...
*** South Sudanese doctor wins top UNHCR refugee award....
*** In Economics: Hefty fuel price hike looms for South African motorists...
*** And In Sports: Michael Houlie named South Africa's flag bearer at Youth Olympic Games...
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*** Burundi suspends foreign non governmental organizations....
*** President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers Winnie Madikizela-Mandela lecture...
*** In Economics: IMF approves multimillion dollar loan to Tunisia...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Danny Jordaan launches bid for FIFA Council seat....
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*** GAVI extends support for immunisation in Nigeria...
*** Yellow fever vaccination campaign begins in Republic of Congo....
*** Mixed reactions on President Emmerson Mnangagwa's UN speech...
*** In Economics: Ryanair cancels 250 flights across Europe on Friday...
*** And In Sports: Tiger Woods to partner Patrick Reed in the Ryder Cup..
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*** South Africa's former President criticises ruling ANC's approach to land reform...
*** Zimbabwean government accused of reversing gains made in the fight against Cholera...
*** In Economics: South African motorists brace for a massive fuel price hike...
*** And In Sports: Russian athletics chief goes to court over IAAF ruling....
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*** World leaders address UN General Assembly in New York.....
*** International Criminal Court says it won't be distracted by US threats....
*** In Economics: South Africa highlights the importance of multi-lateral trade system...
*** And In Sports: Cameroon striker Christian Bassogog recalled to the national team.....
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*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa re-assures the international community....
*** Concerns over delay in implementing South Sudan Peace deal....
*** In Economics: Nigeria oil unions threaten nationwide strike over Chevron dispute....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Gauteng Province clinch Africa T20 Cricket Cup ...
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*** UN envoy says the situation in Somalia is improving.....
*** DRC electoral commission unveils candidates for presidential election....
*** In Economics: South African President to unveil a much awaited stimulus package...
*** And In Sports: South Africa to face Cameroon in Cosafa Women's Championship final...
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*** South Sudan warring parties urged to silence their guns..
*** UN finalises preparations for Nelson Mandela Peace Summit..
*** In Economics: Kenya's Finance Minister cuts government's spending budget.....
*** And In Sports: Cosafa Women's Championship semi finals kick off this afternoon.....
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*** Floods kill at least 100 hundred people in Nigeria......
*** Fresh fighting breaks out in South Sudan after peace deal...
*** In Economics: China to impose tariffs on 60 billion dollar worth of US goods...
*** And In Sports: COSAFA Women's Championships reach the knockout stages....
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*** South Africa's ruling ANC President calls for unity ahead of elections...
*** Zimbabwe bans street vendors in effort to fight cholera....
*** In Economics: Kenya likely to pay more for development loans due to corruption....
*** And In Sports: Bayana Banyana reach COSAFA Women's Championship semi-finals....
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*** UN agency scales up cholera response in Zimbabwe ...
*** South Africa remembers anti apartheid struggle icon Steve Biko.....
*** In Economics: IMF says Kenya's external position is strong....
*** And In Sports: South Africa to play Malawi in COSAFA Women's Championships ..
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*** Burundi's parliament rejects UN commission of inquiry report ....
*** DRC nationals march in Pretoria to demand political change back home....
*** In Economics: Kenyan central bank fines five commercial banks....
*** And In Sports: South Africa begin Cosafa Cup title defence with win over Madagascar....
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*** Zimbabwe declares cholera outbreak after 20 deaths....
*** Ghanaians pay last respect to late UN chief Kofi Annan.....
*** In Economics: Namibian government reiterates commitment to renewable energy...
*** And In Sports: Cosafa Women's Championships get underway today....
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*** US threatens sanctions against International Criminal Court...
*** Zimbabwe swears in new cabinet ministers.....
*** In Economics: Cape to Cairo high speed fibre network goes live....
*** And In Sports: South African swimmers win 7 medals on opening day of CANA Championships..
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** UN welcomes efforts to bring stability in Lake Chad region...
** Police investigate killing of displaced people in Central African Republic...
** In Economics: China extends loan to Botswana for rail and road infrastructure...
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya races to her 29th consecutive 800 metre win........
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*** DRC opposition leader Jean-Pierre Bemba slams the country's Justice system....
*** South African judge grants requests to cross-examine state capture witnesses...
*** In Economics: Agriculture experts call for transformation of sector in Africa..
*** And In Sports: South Africa ready for AFCON qualifier against Libya....
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*** Ethnic clashes erupt at a UN camp in South Sudan...
*** Malawi rights defenders postpone anti government peotests....
*** In Economics: South Africa's ruling ANC calls for immediate stimulus package...
*** And In Sports: Springboks coach make 6 changes for Rugby Championship fixture against the Australia..
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*** Forum on China-Africa Cooperation continues in Beijing...
*** DRC government rejects foreign funding for elections....
*** In Economics: Kenya's Safaricom faces record fine for failing to connect calls to small firms....
*** And In Sports: Nigerian under 17 skipper fail MRI age test at the AFCON championship ....
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*** Forum on China-Africa Cooperation begins in Beijing....
*** State capture inquiry continues in South Africa....
*** In Economics: China and Africa set to expand trade ties....
*** And In Sports: Kenyan MPs want probe of Anti-Doping Laws.....
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*** UN expresses concerns over women's participation in politics in the DRC....
*** British Prime Minister Theresa May wraps up her African tour in Kenya...
*** WFP launches emergency food aid to Ebola victims in the DRC...
*** In Economics: East African countries set to enjoy sustained growth...
*** And In Sports: Former Kenyan athletics official banned for life...
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*** Zimbabwe President appoints commission to probe post-election deaths...
*** UN highlights the significance of mediation to resolve conflicts...
*** Germany returns human remains from Namibia genocide....
*** In Economics: Britain to investment 91 million dollars in Nigeria....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Raven Klaasen cruises to the US Open second round.....
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*** US President Donald Trump to meet his Kenyan counterpart Uhuru Kenyatta..
*** Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa calls for unity...
*** Ebola challenges remain as the virus hits DRC town surrounded by armed groups...
*** In Economics: Oil pumping resumes in South Sudan's Toma South field..
*** And In Sports: Ethiopian runner wins Mandela Day Marathon....
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*** UN holds memorial service for late secretary-general Koffi Annan..
*** DRC government rejects special envoy from South Africa...
*** In Economics: Ivory Coast to auction all its cocoa production..
*** And In Sports: South African tennis star bags multiple sponsorships..
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*** Ebola death toll in the DRC rises to 55...
*** SADC leaders vow to eliminate malaria in the region......
*** In Economics: Egypt signs new oil and gas exploration agreements...
*** And In Sports: South African Football Association to launch National Women's League....
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*** Nigeria denies paying ransom for release of Dapchi girls...
*** Zimbabwe's MDC await work permit for South African lawyers...
*** In Economics: Ethiopian Airlines to help Zambia to relaunch national airline...
*** And In Sports: Liberian President George Weah to honour his former coaches....
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*** Tributes continue to pour in for former UN chief Kofi Annan...
*** SADC leaders urge Lesotho to implement political reforms.......
*** In Economics: Nigeria central bank asks lenders to bid for Chinese yuan
*** And In Sports: Nigerian race against time to avoid FIFA suspension...
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*** Calm returns to a Nigerian airport after protest by soldiers..
*** Angola to exhume the body of rebel leader Jonas Savimbi..
*** Tributes continue to pour in for soul music legend Aretha Franklin...
*** In Economics: Transnet CEO Siyabonga Gama served with suspension notice....
*** And In Sports: World 800metre bronze medallist Kipyegon Bett suspended..
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*** South Africa remembers victims of Marikana mine massacre....
*** Conflict in the DRC continues to hamper efforts to combat Ebola...
*** Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF files opposing papers to MDC election challenge...
*** In Economics: Kenya eyes cheaper electricity by phasing out thermal plants....
*** And In Sports: Cricket South Africa announce three new caps to the Proteas squad to tour West Indies...
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*** Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta vows to end corruption...
*** Insecurity complicates efforts to tackle Ebola in the DRC...
***South African struggle stalwart Mam Veronica Sobukwe has died...
*** In Economics: East African Portland Cement Company send over 500 workers home....
*** And In Sports: FIFA threatens to suspend Nigeria and Ghana…..
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*** Concerns over growing tensions between Rwanda and Burundi....
*** Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa calls on citizens to unite....
*** In Economics: Weaker South African rand dampens hopes for a fuel price decrease.....
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas aim to finish Sri Lanka tour on a high.....
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*** Zimbabweans prepare to celebrate National Heroes' Day....
*** Ebola vaccination campaign gets underway in the DRC...
*** In Economics: Two million Nigerians to get collateral free loans..
*** And In Sports: Sri Lanka thrash South Africa in the final match of the ODI series....
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*** Zimbabwean court frees 27 opposition supporters.......
*** Efforts to resolve political crisis in Madagascar continue..
*** US President Donald Trump reinstates sanctions against Iran...
*** In Economics: Nigeria injects 210 million dollars into foreign exchange market...
*** And In Sports: Cricket South Africa launches expanded Africa T20 Cup.......
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*** Zimbabwean authorities accused of abducting opposition activists...
*** UN says South Sudan peace deal a big step forward.....
*** Kenya and Tanzania remember victims of US embassy bombings...
*** In Economics: Cargo handlers face fresh Kenya Revenue Authority vetting...
*** And In Sports: International Cricket Council vow to go hard on ball tampering...
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*** Concerns over the political situation in the DRC....
*** Pressure mounts on Malawi's president to repay over 200 thousand dollars...
*** BRICS media forum concludes with action plan for further cooperation....
*** In Economics: Eqyptian bank EFG Hermes to buy Nigerian broker ....
*** And In Sports: Test match between South Africa and Sri Lanka gets underway....
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*** Emmerson Mnangagwa officially declared Zimbabwe's President, what happens now moving forward?...
*** We go live to Harare to get a feel of what Zimbabweans think about the election outcome...
*** And In Sports: Akani Simbine takes sublime gold for Team South Africa in Nigeria....
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*** Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF and opposition MDC blame each other for yesterday's violence that left three people dead in Harare...
*** Former vice president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Jean-Pierre Bemba arrives home to a heroes welcome....
*** And In Sports: South Africa is looking at being crowned the top nation at the African Athletics Championships....
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*** Exiled business mogul and DRC presidential hopeful MOISE KATUMBI says he will return to his home country to contest the December polls ...
*** South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa gives clarity on the way forward for the economic and land redistribution process.....
*** And In Sports: Proteas aim to continue with their winning momentum....
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*** Zimbabwe's MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa tweeted a very optimistic message saying they have done exeedingly well in the polls...
*** Jean-Pierre Bemba's Movement for the Liberation of Congo says that its leader is eligible for the presidential position as he's finally back home.....
*** And In Sports: The Confederation of African Football is still undecided about the under 20 zonal qualifiers system....
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*** Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe says he will be supporting Nelso Chamisa in today's polls and as polls have just opened in that country, we will bring you live crossing from our team on the ground...
*** Malawi's vice president Saulos Chilima-who resigned from the governing Democratic Progressive Party, DPP, last month-has launched his movement.....
*** And In Sports: Botswana are the early birds of the 21st African Athletics Championships in Nigeria....
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*** Leader of Zimbabwe's opposition MDC-T and presidential candidate for the MDC Alliance prepares a strong legal team to deal with any vote rigging...
*** Former South African president Jacob Zuma is back in court today on 16 charges of corruption, fraud, racketeering and money laundering relating to the controversial arms deal.....
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: South Africa national under 19s clinch Youth ODI series against England....
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*** Zimbabwe's opposition MDC-T says it won't not boycott elections.....
*** Humanitarian organisations say that more people are going to die of AIDS related deaths globally due to insufficient funding from donors.....
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: The CAF and UEFA memorandum of understanding is finally bearing fruit for youngsters....
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*** The United Nations Human Rights office has welcomed the widening of the democratic space in Zimbabwe ahead of historic elections on Monday
*** More than 1000 delegates from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa gather at the Sandton Convention Centre for the tenth BRICS summit.....
*** And In Sports: East African Athletes look forward to the 'Great Health Race....
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*** Iran's President Hassan Rouhani tells his U.S. counterpart that hostile policies towards his country would result in the 'mother of all wars'.
*** South Africa's government says it's ready to host the successful Brics Summit starting in Johannesburg tomorrow.....
*** And In Sports: Ethiopia and Eritrea agree to stage a historic football match in August ....
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*** President Joseph Kabila of the DRC has confirmed that his country does not need any support for its elections as everything will be funded by the Congolese government....
*** Health experts say that efforts to fight TB globally is shameful.....
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: South African national under 20 football team has qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over the political situation in the DRC....
*** Pressure mounts on Malawi's president to repay over 200 thousand dollars...
*** BRICS media forum concludes with action plan for further cooperation....
*** In Economics: Eqyptian bank EFG Hermes to buy Nigerian broker ....
*** And In Sports: Test match between South Africa and Sri Lanka gets underway....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Malawi's President Peter Mutharika faces corruption allegations...
*** Concerns over land land ownership Sudan's Darfur region....
*** Ethiopian Airlines makes historic flight to Eritrea....
*** In Economics: EU warns states to step up preparations for no-deal Brexit scenario...
*** And In Sports: South Africa prepares for AFCON qualifier against Malawi...
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*** Nelson Mandela centenary celebrations get underway across the world....
*** Zimbabwe's opposition MDC raises concerns over voters roll manipulation
*** Kenyan intellectual says without land there would be no peace in Africa...
*** In Economics: IMF lifts Sub-Saharan Africa growth outlook......
*** And In Sports: Sundowns drop to the bottom of Group C in the CAF Champions League....
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*** Barak Obama to deliver the Nelson Mandela Lecture this afternoon...
*** Eritrea reopens embassy in Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababa.....
*** In Economics: South African business delegation arrives in Angola.....
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas skipper calls for toss to be scrapped.....
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*** Concerns over harassment of human rights activists in Zambia....
*** Former US President Barack Obama kicks off visit to Kenya...
*** Somalia Partnership Forum gets underway in Brussels.......
*** In Economics: UAE pledges to invest 10 billion dollars in South Africa..
*** And In Sports: France lifts second FIFA World Cup after a classic final...
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*** South Africa urges Nigeria to sign Africa trade pact....
*** Zimbabwe's MDC Alliance accuses the electoral commission of bias...
*** US President Donald Trump set to arrive in the UK today....
*** In Economics: BRICS member states urged to work together to improve infrastructure....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Kevin Anderson beat Roger Federer at Wimbledon.....
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*** South Sudan's peace talks continue in the Khartoum....
*** Cameroon announces date for presidential elections.....
*** In Economics: South Africa and Nigeria set to boost trade ties....
*** And In Sports: Umtiti header sends France into World Cup final..
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*** Ethiopia and Eritrea declare their state of war over....
*** Libyan authorities agree to stop detaining African migrants...
*** Zimbabwe electoral body make final preparations for election...
*** In Economics: McKinsey apologises for overcharging South Africa's power utilty Eskom....
*** And in Sports: Neighbours Belgium and France battle for place in World Cup final....
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*** AU envoy says poverty is driving radicalization in Lake Chad region...
*** Mixed reaction to Equatorial Guinea amnesty for political prisoners...
*** In Economics: MTN Nigeria yet to file application for initial public offering....
*** And In Sports: CAF ban Kenyan referee for life over bribery scam....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Deputy Chief Amina Mohammed begins her visit to Chad.....
*** South African opposition wants soldiers to secure the country's borders...
*** In Economics: South Africa hails the Africa free trade area agreement...
*** And In Sports: Brazil right back ruled out of the rest of the World Cup..
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*** Pan African Parliament's President's powers have been clipped.....
*** Zimbabwe's main opposition leader, Nelson Chamisa slams the electoral commission..
*** In Economics: South Africa and Ghana to discuss bilateral trade and investment co-operation....
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya expected to deliver explosive performance at the Diamond League series....
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*** WHO says the DRC Ebola outbreak has been contained....
*** UN Chief describes Myanmar's Rohingya refugee situation as tragic....
*** In Economics: South Africans brace themselves for another fuel price hike....
*** And In Sports: Belgium beat Japan at the death in World Cup last 16 thriller...
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*** UN urged not to downsize its peacekeeping mission in Darfur...
*** South Africa signs African free trade agreement.....
*** European leaders reach a deal on migration....
*** In Economics: South African motorists to embark on a 10 minutes fuel protest...
*** And In Sports: Russia beat Spain to reach World Cup quarter Finals...
- African leaders gather in Mauritania for AU Summit.
- Tanzania and Zimbabwe vow to strengthen bilateral relations.
- INTERPOL calls for strong coalition against international terror.
- In Economics: Southern African Customs Union Summit gets underway in Gaborone.
- And In Sports: 2018 FIFA WORLD Cup reaches knockout stage.
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*** South Sudan rival leaders set to meet again this week.......
*** South Africa's ruling ANC begins process to formulate elections manifesto...
*** BRICS young scientist forum kicks off in Durban...........
*** In Economics: US President Donald Trump criticises Harley-Davidson...
*** And In Sports: Nigeria and Argentina clash in winner takes all World Cup match...
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*** African leaders condemn bomb blasts in Ethiopia and Zimbabwe....
*** EU leaders meet in Brussels to discuss migration crisis.....
*** In Economics: South Africa prepares to host the tenth BRICS summi....
*** And In Sports: Japan snatch a 2 all draw with Senegal at the World Cup ...
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*** IGAD leaders meet to discuss South Sudan peace proposal....
*** SADC troika meets to discuss political crisis in the DRC and Lesotho.....
*** In Economics: Wage talks at South Africa's power utility Eskom to resume next week....
*** And In Sports: Argentina on the brink of shock World Cup exit after Croatia loss....
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*** South Sudan's rival leaders meet face to face in Ethiopia......
*** Deadly attacks in Mozambique forces people to flee their homes..
*** In Economics: South Africa's manufacturing sector urged embrace technology...
*** And In Sports: Morocco and Saudi Arabia crash out of World Cup........
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenyan doctors lose court appeal to block deployment of Cuban doctors...
*** BRICS Ministers discuss ways of mitigating the effects of climate change...
*** Events to mark World Refugee Day get underway.......
*** In Economics: State-owned South African airline may not pay staff salaries this month....
*** And In Sports: Spain to play Iran today in World Cup Group B match....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Malawi's former President Joyce Banda declares interest to run for presidency...
*** Togolese opposition call for fresh anti government protests....
*** In Economics: US-China trade dispute intensifies....
*** And In Sports: Senegal begins World Cup campaign against Poland today....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN envoy expresses concerns over security situation in Central Africa.....
*** South Africa vows to use its UN Security Council seat to broker peace across the world...
*** In Economics: UAE to give Ethiopia 3 billion Dollars in aid and investments...
*** And In Sports: Argentina held to a draw by World Cup debutants Iceland....
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meet in Singapore...
*** Mixed reaction to ICC decision to acquit DRC's former President Jean-Pierre Bemba...
*** Europe's migration crisis takes another turn.....
*** In Economics: IMF chief says clouds over global economy are 'getting darker....
*** And In Sports: ICC suspends Zimbabwe Cricket director Enock Ikope..
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*** Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza says will not seek re-election....
*** New report says Zimbabwe lacks reforms to ensure fair elections....
*** South Africa's former President returns to court to face corruption charges....
*** In Economics: G7 summit set to get underway in Canada.....
*** And In Sports: It's all system go for this weekend's Comrades Marathon....
South Africa's former President Jacob Zuma warns his critics to stop provoking him. Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF supporters march in Harare. Europeans pays tribute to South African anti apartheid struggle icons. In Economics: South Africa urged to do more to attract new investment. In Sports: Argentina calls off controversial World Cup friendly with Israel.
- Zimbabwe's main opposition party demands election reforms.
- South Africa reiterates call to free Western Sahara.
- Airlines join UN Campaign against human trafficking.
- Economics: South Africa born Elon Musk fends off challenge to Tesla control.
- Sports: Botswana to play South Africa in COSAFA Cup Plate Final.
- Congo's diaspora threaten to take the country's electoral body to court. * Norwegian Refugee Council assesses the situation in South Sudan. ** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares for G7 Summit in Canada. * In Economics: Algeria hires US law firm to help with new energy law. Sports: Serena Williams withdraws from the French Open.
UN Security Council extends sanctions on South Sudan... Pan African President faces criticism for trying to fire parliamentary clerk.. In Economics: Kenya proposes new corporate tax for companies... *** And In Sports: African athletes maintain pole positions in the Diamond League..
Zimbabwe to hold presidential and parliamentary elections in July.
UN Security Council meets to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
In Economics: Botswana pulls out of the regional tourism body.
In Sports: Uruguay and Ghana to open FIFA Under 17 Women's World Cup.
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UN calls for concrete actions to promote peaceful conflict resolution. South Africa's Deputy President faces tough questions in parliament. In Economics: Concerns over proposed financial sector law in Kenya. In Sports: England rugby team prepare for away series against Springboks.
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*** Africa Day celebrations get underway across the continent....
*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa hits back at opposition parties....
*** In Economics: Deutsche Bank to cut more than 7 thousand jobs....
*** And In Sports: Tense atmosphere expected at South African Footbal Association congress....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** New reports highlights human rights abuses in Zimbabwe....
*** Ethiopians living in South Africa march to their embassy in Pretoria.....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe Power Company needs 48 million US Dollars for Deka project...
*** And In Sports: Comrades Marathon organisers say its all systems go for this year's race....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** WFP says the Ebola outbreak in the DRC will be put under control...
*** UN discusses draft resolution to create a Protection Force for Palestinians...
*** In Economics: Namibia reforms its wage bill to avoid retrenchments...
*** And In Sports: Guinea's Horoya draw with Sundowns in CAF Champions League...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN agency steps up efforts to tackle Ebola outbreak in DRC....
*** South African President Cyril Ramaphosa marks 100 days in office...
*** Africa month celebrations continue in South Africa......
*** In Economics: South Africa's consumer price index expected to rise...
*** And In Sports: Guinean side Horoya hosts Sundowns in Champions League....
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*** African countries urged to embrace the African Peer Review Mechanism....
*** G20 Foreign Affairs Ministers meet in Argentina....
*** In Economics: US and China halt imposing import tariffs ......
*** And In Sports: South Africa thrash Mozambique in Under 20 AFCON Qualifier....
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*** South Africa calls for unity in the DRC as the country prepares for elections...
*** Commonwealth anti corruption summit gets underway in Abuja...
*** In Economics: Barclays Africa shareholders approve name change to ABSA...
*** And In Sports: Judge reserves judgement in Ajax Cape Town's High Court application....
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***The Democratic Republic of Congo's presidential political party says it's doing everything according to the country's constitution....
*** A war of words erupt at the UN Security Council with calls from several members in addition to Palestine's Ambassador for an independent investigation into the deaths of dozens of Palestinians protesting their occupation in Gaza....
*** In Economics:...
*** And In Sports: South Africa under pressure to keep backing Morocco's World Cup bid....
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**** Countries bordering the Lake Chad Basin agree to collaborate more in the fight against boko haram
**** Palestine's representative at the United Nations has condemned in the strongest terms the killing of more than 45 Palestinians and the injuring of close to two-thousand by Israeli forces along the Gaza border Israel
**** The United Nations says that Gulf Countries pay Somalia's Al Shabab militants, ten million US dollars every year
In Economic news......................................
And in Sport: Spanish giants Barcelona are set to arrive in South Africa on Wednesday morning
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundi village attack leaves twenty six people dead ahead of referendum....
*** Children face starvation in the DRC's Kasai region....
*** In Economics: Unions representing striking South African bus drivers to meet today...
*** And In Sports: South African womens cricket team vow to whitewash Bangladesh in Bloemfontein....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU PF hit by divisions ahead of elections....
*** South African protesters say Morocco should stop its occupation of Western Sahara...
*** In Economics: South African Airways to get 400 million Dollar capital injection...
*** And In Sports: Luvo Manyonga ready to defend his long jump title at the Shanghai Diamond League series...
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*** Pan African Parliament to elect its new president......
*** South Sudan's President Salva Kiir urges his rival Riek Machar to return home....
*** In Economics: South Africa bus companies threaten to retrench striking workers....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's olympic body to challenge IAAF's new female regulations...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over continuing Al Shabab attacks in Somalia......
*** Lack of financial accountability dominate discussions the Pan African Parliament...
*** Premier of South Africa's North-West Province prepares to resign...
*** In Economics: South Africa to host Africa Investment Forum.....
*** And In Sports: South African sevens rugby team hit by injuries ahead of London Series....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Pan African Parliament urged to lead the fight against corruption in Africa...
*** UN Chief hails the achievement of the Iran nuclear deal...
*** Africa's Travel Indaba gets underway in Durban..........
*** In Economics: Aspen Pharmacare opens high-containment facility in Port Elizabeth....
*** And In Sports: FIFA orders Rwanda to pay their former coach Kenny McKinstry....
OP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF launches its election campaign....
*** Burundi bans BBC and Voice of America before referendum...
*** In Economics: Bus drivers strike in South Africa enters its third week....
*** And In Sports:South African junior Springboks get their UK tour off to a strong start.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Mosque blasts kill at least 27 in northeast Nigeria.....
*** Concerns over growing attacks on journalists as the world mark Press Freedom Day...
*** Africa month celebrations get underway in South Africa....
*** In Economics: Japan-Africa business forum kicks off today in Johannesburg...
*** And In Sports: African athletes ready for Doha Diamond League Series.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
**** Labour federation SAFTU in South Africa says it will intensify its campaign to oppose the proposed 20 Rand per hour minimum wage and 15 percent VAT which was effected on the 1st of April..
**** Since Robert Mugabe was deposed last November, Zimbabwe's new president - Emmerson Mnangagwa - has been travelling the world, trying to woo foreign investors and declaring that his country is open for business again
**** Latest global estimates by the International Labour Organisation indicate that the highest number of children aged five to seventeen, engaged in child labour
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*** Nigerian President condemns deadly church attack in Benue State....
*** UN human rights chief meets African Union officials in Ethiopia....
*** In Economics: Ghana plans to issue up to 2.5 billion dollar worth of Eurobonds...
*** And In Sports: IAAF gender rule to end Caster Semenya's reign as the queen of middle distance running..
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*** SADC keeps a close eye on three countries preparing to hold elections...
*** African women meet at AU headquarters to discuss empowerment....
*** In Economics: South African workers to strike over proposed minimum wage...
*** And In Sports: South African Under 20 football team prepares for World Cup....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** SADC leaders meet in Angola to discuss regional security....
*** Nigeria and Ghana team up to fight drug trafficking in region......
*** In Economics: Egypt aims for 10 billion dollar foreign investment in oil and gas..
*** And In Sports: Kaizer Chiefs appoints Patrick Mabedi as interim coach...
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** Commonwealth leaders endorse Prince Charles as new head of the body...
** Parts of South Africa's North West province remain tense....
** In Economics: IMF and World Bank meetings end in Washington.....
** And In Sports: Kenyan runners dominate the London marathon....
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*** DRC's Electoral body reassures voters about the use of electronic voting machines...
*** Cameroon warns against the release of classified information on social media....
*** Crisis looms in Nigeria as health workers threaten to go on strike....
*** In Economics: More foreign oil companies expected to invest in Zambia...
*** And In Sports: Japanese runner wins men's Boston Marathon.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** South Africa's ruling ANC veteran Zola Skweyiya to receive an official funeral...
*** Aid groups express concerns over ongoing civil war in South Sudan...
*** Leaders gather in London for Commonwealth Summit.......
*** In Economics: Zambia launches multimillion dollar project to decongest Lusaka roads....
*** And In Sports: Clarence Munyai withdraws from South Africa's 4x100metre relay team..
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*** South African rival parties unite to pay tribute struggle icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela
*** Condolences pour in for South Africa's former ambassador to the UK, Zola Skweyiya...
*** Concerns over worsening humanitarian situation in refugee camps in Nigeria....
*** In Economics: Another petrol price increase looms in South Africa.....
*** And In Sports: Team South Africa to appeal Anaso Jobodwana's disqualification at the Commonwealth Games..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Russia vetoes UN bid to set up Syria chemical weapons probe....
*** Winnie Madikizela Mandela to be remembered at memorial service in Soweto....
*** In Economics: South African economy is improving ...
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya breaks Commonwealth Games 1,500 metre record...
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*** Russia refutes reports that Syrian forces used chemical weapons in Douma....
*** Memorial service to take place in Winnie Madikizela-Mandela's home town today
*** South Africa marks 25th anniversary of Chris Hani's death.....
*** In Economics: East African governments urged to expedite integration process...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Wenda Nel qualifies for 400metre hurdles final…...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa's ruling ANC refutes claims of a plot to unseat President Cyril Ramaphosa...
*** US Senate delegation concludes visit to Zimbabwe.....
*** In Economics: Concerns over rising debt levels in Southern Africa...
*** And In Sports: Team South Africa expects another medal from the men's 100 metre final...
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*** South Africa's former President Jacob Zuma to appear in court on corruption charges....
*** Russia issues new threat to UK over poisoning of its former spy.....
*** In Economics: Botswana Power Corporation hikes electricity tariffs ....
*** And In Sports: South African swimmer Chad le Clos ready for two finals today....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** AU chairperson pays tribute to struggle icon Winnie Madikizela-Mandela...
*** Former South Sudan political prisoners join opposition alliance...
*** Health experts call for fresh strategies to tackle antibiotic resistance.....
*** In Economics: Trafigura signs three-year cobalt deal with DRC based Chemaf...
*** And In Sports: Commonwealth Games kicks off in Australia's Gold Coast....
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*** South Sudan peace talks set to resume in Addis Ababa....
*** Botswana's new president vows to tackle youth unemployment.....
*** In Economics: Murray & Roberts awarded 312 million dollars in new mining projects..
*** And In Sports: Commonwealth Games get underway today in Australia...
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*** Tributes pour in for anti apartheid struggle icon Winnie Madikizela Mandela....
*** Ethiopia's parliament swears in new prime minister.....
*** In Economics: Petrol price to go up in South Africa......
*** And In Sports: Commonwealth games organisers roll out red carpet and condoms..
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*** South Africa vows to tackle the scourge of corruption....
*** African countries call on the European Union to ban ivory trade....
*** In Economics: New details emerge in fraud case involving the son of Angola's former president ....
*** And In Sports: Kenyan Sevens rugby coach name 13-man squad for Commonwealth Games....
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*** SADC ministers meet in Pretoria to discuss industrialisation.....
*** Nigeria's former defence minister criticices government response to terror attacks...
*** In Economics: South Africa to launch initiative to tackle youth unemployment...
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya to carry South African flag at the Commonwealth Games..
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*** Nigeria face ctiticism for not signing African Free Trade agreement...
*** UN agencies assist the Sahel region as it faces multiple challenges.....
*** In Economics: Moody's affirms South Africa's investment-grade credit rating...
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Zambia to win Four Nations soccer tournament....
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*** Human Rights Watch says Libya is not ready for elections....
*** South Sudan peace talks set to resume in Addis Ababa...
*** In Economics: Trade war looms between China and USA....
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya fails to break Zola Budd's 1500 metre record....
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*** Boko Haram militants free scores of abducted Nigerian schoolgirls....
*** African countries sign agreement establishing a free trade area...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe expects tobacco output to rise 5-point-8 percent......
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana reach four nations final in Zambia....
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*** UN urged to extend mandate of its peacekeeping mission in South Sudan...
*** Former South African president Jacob Zuma face corruption charges....
*** In Economics: Nigeria puts off signing of Africa free trade deal.......
*** And In Sports: Sundowns reach CAF Champions League group stages.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's former president Robert Mugabe says he was illegally removed from power....
*** Nine South African cops appear in court over Marikana killings......
*** Hail storm wreaks havoc in Southern Lesotho.....
*** In Sports: South African delegation embarks on a roadshow abroad to woo investors...
*** And In Sports: South African Football Association elective congress could be postponed.....
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*** DRC opposition leader Moise Katumbi launches presidential campaign...
*** African Peer Review Mechanism marks its 15th anniversary....
*** Russia deny involvement in the poisoning of a former KGB spy..
*** In Economics: Withdrawals shrink in Zimbabwe as banks hold on to deposits....
*** And In Sports: South African star bowler Kagiso Rabada appeals ICC suspension..
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*** South Africa to launch a bid for a seat in the UN Security Council.
*** UN commission on women status kicks off its annual session.
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe gives mines and farmers six months to clear electricity bills.
*** And In Sports: South Africa expected to top medals table at the Commonwealth games.
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*** US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson concludes visit to Kenya...
*** Voter registration gets underway in South Africa.....
*** African countries urged to do more to protect citizens against diseases...
*** In Economics: South Africa's VBS Mutual Bank placed under curatorship...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's sevens rugby team finish third in Vancouver...
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*** US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson meets African Union leaders....
*** UN Women chief reiterates calls for gender equality...
*** In Economics: Kenya asks IMF for a 6-month extension of its standby credit.......
*** And In Sports: Second Test between South and Australia starts today....
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****South Africa's independent electoral commission says its ready for this weekend's voter registration drive.
****Tension mounting in Zimbabwe as ZANU PF fights for survival.
****Debate continues about female participation in the labour force, as the world commemorates International Women's Day.
In Economic news...........South Africa's president assures Investors land reform will take place within the legal framework...
And in Sport...............Proteas head coach says his squad remains focused on the cricket ahead of the second Sunfoil Test match against Australia...
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****India investigates controversial Gupta brothers for illicit cash flows into the country..
****Sierra Leone to vote for a new president today
****25 million child marriages have been prevented across the world in the last decade.
In Economic news..........The Government of Zambia is keen to formalise the illegal mining of Silica
And in Sport..Australian coach Darren Lehmann expects the coaches and captains of both teams to "chat" before the second Test against South Africa after a bad-tempered start to the series..
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****South Africa's National Consumer Commission calls for a disposal plan following listeriosis outbreak
****The repatriation of eight Zimbabwean children set to take place today.
****Zimbabwe's former president, Robert Mugabe has reportedly Joined an opposition party
In your economic news: South Africa's retail industry is still counting its losses after a Listeriosis outbreak
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****The source of South Africa's Listeriosis outbreak has been traced to an Enterprise food production factory
****MDC T factions clash in Zimbabwean city of Buluwayo
****Experts say the worldwide success of the movie Black Panther has highlighted the reality of "the black experience"
In Economic news.....A number of major supermarkets in South Africa have announced they are withdrawing all products identified as sources of the Listeriosis outbreak
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*** Sierra Leone prepares for general election..
*** Fighting continues in Syria despite Security Council's ceasefire call....
*** In Economics: IMF expects Mozambique to default on external debt...
*** And In Sports: IAAF World Indoor Championships get underway in Birmingham..
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*** South African Parliament adopts EFF motion on land expropriation...
*** Concerns over continuing killings in Zimbabwe diamond fields....
*** Nigerian authorities step efforts to rescue kidnapped schoolgirls.....
*** In Economics: Kenya Bureau of Standards issues a warning over uncertified bottled water....
*** And In Sports: Rassie Erasmus set to be named South African Springboks coach...
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*** Mixed reaction to South African cabinet reshuffle
*** UN Chief says Syria ceasefire must take effect immediately.
*** In Economics: Namibia's Fysal Fresh Produce joins Agro-Marketing Trade Agency.
*** And In Sports: Team South Africa make final adjustments for Commonwealth Games.
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*** Donors pledge 500 million US Dollars for troops in Africa's Sahel region....
*** North Korea condemns lates US sanctions....
*** In Economics: Kenyan government orders ship agents to transport goods on Standard Gauge Railway...
*** And In Sports: India beat South Africa to win T20 cricket series....
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*** New reports says 2017 was a terrible year for human rights in Southern Africa....
*** UK authorities issue travel warning to those visiting South Africa....
*** In Economics: Vodafone Uganda files for bankruptcy....
*** And In Sports: South African sevens rugby team hit by injuries.,.....
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*** Zimbabweans bid farewell to late opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai....
*** Fierce debate erupts over land expropriation in South Africa.....
*** Aid agencies warn of worsening humanitarian crisis in the DRC....
*** In Economics: Isuzu Motors launch business operations in South Africa...
*** And In Sports: Paul Put resigns as coach of Kenya's Harambee Stars…
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*** Ethiopia's state of emergency to last six months....
*** Zimbabweans unite to mourn opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai....
*** In Economics: Jambojet launches daily flights between Nairobi and Entebbe.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa qualify for FIFA Under 17 World Cup.…
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*** South Africans welcome ANC decision to recall President Jacob Zuma....
*** Burundians criticize fundraising campaign for the election..
*** In Economics: Five bidders seek roles on state owned Kenyan Bank.....
*** And In Sports: Lone skier looks to put South Africa on winter sports map…
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*** Speculation continues on the future of South African President Jacob Zuma....
*** Concerns over voter fraud during voter registration process in the DRC...
*** Divisions rock Zimbabwe's Movement for Democratic Change...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean farmers who lost their farms may soon be compensated....
*** And In Sports: India aim to wrap up their ODI series against South Africa with a win.....
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*** South Africa's ruling party to finalise decision on President Zuma's future..
*** Concerns over worsening humanitarian situation in the DRC...
*** In Economics: IMF Chief says reforms are needed to avert future crises.......
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat India by five wickets in 4th ODI
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*** South Sudan opposition proposes formation of transitional government..
*** South African parties welcome postponement of state of the nation address...
*** In Economics: Four South African companies to be prosecuted for collusion....
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas determined to level ODI series........
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*** South African opposition threatens to interdict president Zuma from delivering State of the Nation Address...
*** Concerns over worsening humanitarian situation in the DRC...
*** In Economics: Ghana's mobile money transactions double to 35 Billion dollars...
*** And In Sports: South African wheelchair tennis star prepares for European tour…
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*** South Africa's ruling ANC leaders meet with President Jacob Zuma....
*** Vote registration in Burundi to begin this week...
*** Concerns over growing number of South Sudanes refugees...
*** In Economics: Tribunal on economic crimes gets underway in South Africa....
*** And In Sports: Morocco crowned 2018 CHAN champions…
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*** Concerns over the plight of South Sudanese refugees....
*** DRC electoral commission completes voter registration......
*** Zimbabwe's new government urged to respect media freedom....
*** In Economics: South Africa's power utility Eskom vows to turn things around....
*** And In Sports....South Africa ready for Hamilton Sevens Rugby tournament...
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*** Zimbabwe's former minister warns that civil war is brewing in Zimbabwe....
*** South African Minister of Defence signs agreement with South Sudan...
*** Concerns over worsening Cholera outbreak in the DRC....
*** In Economics: Capitec reassures customers after a damning report on its finances.
*** And In Sports....South Africa names team for the Commonwealth Games.
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*** Zimbabwe's former minister warns that civil war is brewing in Zimbabwe....
*** South African Minister of Defence signs agreement with South Sudan...
*** Concerns over worsening Cholera outbreak in the DRC....
*** In Economics: Capitec reassures customers after a damning report on its finances.....
*** And In Sports....South Africa names team for the Commonwealth Games......
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*** AU heads of state summit ends in Addis Ababa.....
*** South Africa's Defence Minister arrives in South Sudan...
*** In Economics: South Africa prepares to host BRICS leaders summit....
*** And In Sports: Usain Bolt trains with South African soccer club Sundowns...
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*** African Union Summit gets underway in Addis Ababa...
*** Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU PF launches social media campaign to woo voters...
*** Ladysmith Black Mambazo wins fifth Grammy award....
*** In Economics: IMF delegation to visit Malawi this week....
*** And In Sports: Libya beat Congo to reach CHAN semi-finals....
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*** Egypt and Ethiopia vow not to let differences over a dam ruin relations.....
*** Tanzania cancels licences for ships seized with cocaine....
*** In Economics: Libya's NOC announces re-opening of Assarah oil fields.....
*** And In Sports: Sudan held Morocco to a goaless draw at the African Nations Championship....
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*** UN issues an ultimatum to armed groups in Central African Republic...
*** UK law firm accused of helping to cover up corruption in South Africa...
*** In Economics: South Africans await interest rate announcement
*** And In Sports: North and South Korea agree to form joint Olympic team....
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****Over 30-thousand Gauteng learners, in South Africa have still not been placed in schools, as schools reopen.
****The net is closing in for those who have been implicated in South Africa's state capture
****UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says the respect for migrants and diversity is a fundamental pillar of the United Nations, In response to U.S president Donald Trump's comments on Immigration.
In Economic news.....South African economists expect the Monetary Policy Committee of the South African Reserve Bank to cut rates
In Sports....Proteas coach calls for final push as his team eye series win.....
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*** South Africa records largest Listeria outbreak ever....
**** Zanzibar marks 54th revolution day........
*** In Economics: MTN Rwanda network upgrade underway.....
*** And In Sports: Zambia open their CHAN tournament with a win....
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*** Hundreds of people gather in New York for a rally against racism...
*** Aid agencies appeal for more funds to assist refugees in Rwanda...
*** In Economics: Rwandan insurers hike car insurance premiums...
*** And In Sports: Nedbank Cup draw pits PSL sides against each other...
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*** South African President Jacob Zuma meets his Kenyan counterpart Uhuru Kenyatta....
*** Tunisia deploys soldiers to quash anti-government protests....
*** In Economics: Angola president sacks former president's son as head of sovereign wealth fund....
*** And In Sports: No reprieve for India in second test in Pretoria.......
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*** Nigerian government urged to do more to tackle deadly attacks on herdsmen.....
*** Pressure mounts on South Africa's ruling party to recall President Jacob Zuma....
*** In Economics: EU court adviser says Western Sahara dispute should invalidate EU-Morocco fish deal....
*** And In Sports: 2019 AFCON inspection team to visit Cameroon......
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**** The president of South Africa's ruling African National Congress calls for unity between ANC factions
****Belgian government at risk of collapse over Sudan migrants scandal
****Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reached out to the opposition.
In Economic news.......Two big investors in Apple have asked the US technology giant to develop software to limit how long children can use its smart phones.
In Sports.......The International Olympic Committee extends North Korea's deadline for Pyeongchang Games
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****Zulu King, Goodwill Zwelithini has challenged South Africa's ruling ANC members and leaders to deal with divisions
****31-thousand Grade One and Eight applicants are yet to be placed in Gauteng schools.
****The UN agency has registered thousands of refugees arriving in Chad
In Economic news......Zambia shut three of South African retailer Shoprite's Hungry Lion fast-food restaurants after their food tested positive for the bacterium that causes cholera.
And in Sport....Rain prevents play at Newlands, Cape Town..
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*** Liberians return to the polls next week for a run-off election......
*** South Africa's President Jacob Zuma meets his Zimbabwean counterpart...
*** South Africa to downgrade its embassy in Tel Aviv........
*** In Economics: Shoprite Checkers workers set to go on strike today.....
*** And In Sports: Birmingham City to host 2022 Commonwealth Games....
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*** Concerns over missing votes at South Africa's ruling ANC National Conference
*** Lesotho soldiers found not guilty of mutiny
*** In Economics: IMF says Central African economies contracted this year
*** And In Sports: Ladies lead the charge at the Commonwealth Games Trials
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*** Mixed reaction to election of South Africa's ruling ANC new leaders......
*** Zimbabwe's army ends intervention which forced Robert Mugabe to resign.
*** In Economics: South Africa's power utility deny reports that its suspended CEO has been re-instated...
*** And In Sports: Zimbabwean cricket team to be tested under lights....
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****South Africa's Communications Worker Union threatens total shutdown over SABC wage dispute
****DA suspends Cape Town mayor Patricia De Lille, from party activities
****SANEF urges Journalists to report Independently on the ANC conference over the weekend.
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*** ICC Prosecutor asks Security Council to act on outstanding arrest warrants...
*** Kenya's president calls for unity after divisive elections...
*** Bodies of 14 UN peacekeepers flown to Tanzania.....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean authorities to collect land levies .....
*** And In Sports: Six Russian hockey players banned for life....
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*** South Sudan peace talks to resume in Addis Ababa,...
*** Concerns over human rights abuses in the DRC....
*** UN Chief highlights the importance of human rights....
*** In Economics: Barclays Plc completes sale of seven per cent stake in Barclays Africa
*** And In Sports: Mohamed Salah named BBC African Footballer of the Year..
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*** UN says human rights are under threat in many countries....
*** DRC government rejects Human Rights Watch report...
*** Tanzania mourns 14 peacekeeper killed in the DRC.......
*** In Economics: Steinhoff scandal to affect clothing and textile sector in South Africa...
*** And In Sports: Zambia bows out of COSAFA Under 20 Cup..........
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*** South Africa reaffirms intent to withdraw from International Criminal Court....
*** US faces criticism for recognising Jerusalem as the capital of Israel....
*** UN concludes environmental assembly with pledges to end pollution...
*** In Economics: VW executive jailed for seven years for emissions fraud....
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya wait for court verdict over 2012 Olympic gold....
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*** Liberia Supreme Court begins hearing election appeal....
*** UN advocate gives voice to victims of sexual exploitation....
*** South Africa marks 4 years since the death of Nelson Mandela...
*** In Economics: Kenya Airways sacks striking engineers........
*** And In Sports: Hugo Broos sacked as the coach of Cameroon's Indomitable lions....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Cameroon opposition calls for President Paul Biya to step down....
*** Former South Africa's ruling ANC MP launches a political party...
*** Global conference on migration starts in Mexico today....
*** In Economics: Kenya considers policy to accelerate foreign investment....
*** And In Sports: South Africa wins Dubai Sevens rugby tournament....
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*** African leaders call for action against slave trade in Libya ...
*** US urges all nations to cut ties with North Korea....
*** In Economics: EU supports Africa's call for new model of partnership..
*** And In Sports: FIFA refutes claims that Friday's World Cup draw will be rigged...
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*** UN discusses ways to tackle abuses against African migrants in Libya....
*** Africa-EU Summit gets underway in Abidjan....
*** In Economics: African Development Bank launches youth advisory group...
*** And In Sports: CAF to use video assistant referees at CHAN 2018....
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*** Kenya's Uhuru Kenyatta to be sworn in today for a second term....
*** UN Security Council prepares to meet to discuss slavery in Libya....
*** In Economics: New initiative aims to create 100 thousand jobs in South Africa..
*** And In Sports: FIFA vows not to tolerate racism at the 2018 World Cup....
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*** Burundi peace talks set to resume in Tanzania.....
*** South African government reaffirms support for Zimbabwe....
*** In Economics: Algerian lawmakers approve budget calling for fuel price hike....
*** And In Sports: IAAF maintains ban on Russia in international track and field...
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*** Emerson Mnangagwa to be sworn in as president of Zimbabwe today...
*** SADC ministers meet to discuss law enforcement and anti-poaching strategy...
*** In Economics: IMF says Zimbabwe's economic situation remains very difficult.....
*** And In Sports: SuperSport ready to play TP Mazembe in Confederation Cup final....
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*** Zimbabwe's incoming leader Emmerson Mnangagwa pledges to serve the people....
*** DRC protesters demand electoral reforms .....
*** In Economics: Rwanda gets funding for water and sanitation project....
*** And In Sports: IOC bans four Russian athletes for life over Sochi doping...
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*** Celebrations continue in Zimbabwe after President Mugabe's resignation...
*** AU expresses concern over fresh reports of salve trade in Libya.....
*** And In Sports: CAF appoints Amr Fahmy as a new general-secretary....
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*** Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe faces impeachment....
*** Kenyan court ruling clears the way for swearing in of Uhuru Kenyatta...
*** In Economics: Zambia and DRC agree to remove trade barriers...
*** And In Sports: South African women's cricket team head to England for summer tour....
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*** President Mugabe stuns Zimbabwe by defying pressure to resign...
*** Sudan's authorities urged to sign a permanent ceasefire with rebels....
*** In Economics: Botswana Meat Commission fails to pay dividends to stakeholders...
*** And In Sports: TP Mazembe beat SuperSport in Confederations Cup final...
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*** SADC calls another special meeting to discuss crisis in Zimbabwe..
*** UN agencies express concerns over the impact of Yemen blockade....
*** In Economics: Malawi gets 400 million dollar grant from the Global Fund
*** And In Sports: Rugby Africa declines to reveal if they snubbed South Africa in 2023 World Cup voting...
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*** Zimbabwe's army chief warns President Robert Mugabe..
*** Kenya's Supreme court set to hear presidential election petitions..
*** UN peacekeeping experts meet in Canada.......
*** In Economics: Vodacom subscribers grow to 40 million....
*** And In Sports: Italy fails to qualify for 2018 FIFA World Cup....
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*** Burundi rejects ICC war crimes investigation....
*** Concerns over rising number of South Sudanese refugees....
*** Human rights experts call for good governance in Africa....
*** In Economics: Kenya prepares to overhaul its income tax laws....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Branden Grace wins Nedbank Golf Challenge...
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UN Police chief says building peace in South Sudan is key
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DRC nationals in South Africa urge President Kabila to step down
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Harare airport renamed after President Robert Mugabe
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In Economics: South Africa tomorrow investor conference starts in New York
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And In Sports: Bafana Bafana ready for FIFA World Cup qualifier against Senegal
South Sudan soldiers surround former army chief residence
UN urges Saudi-led coalition to re-open aid lifeline to Yemen
In Economics: Mobile money services in Zimbabwe clock 11 billion dollars
And In Sports: South Africa prepare for crunch World Cup qualifier against Senegal
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*UN expresses concerns over postponement of DRC elections
*Zimbabwe's MDC refutes claims that Morgan Tsvangirai is gravely ill
*South Sudan's army officers urged to protect children
*In Economics: Kenya Port Authority to use digitised system at Mombasa Port
*And In Sports: Olympic Marathon champion Jemima Sumgong banned for doping
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Concerns over the plight of displaced people in South Sudan....
*** United Nations condemns US embargo against Cuba.....
*** In Economics: UK probe Brexit campaign funding amid speculation of Russian meddling....
*** And In Sports: CAF releases african player of the year shortlist.......
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*** Kenya's Uhuru Kenyatta wins repeat presidential election...
*** Liberia's ruling party contests presidential election results....
*** Concerns over young Eritrean refugees fleeing the country.....
*** In Economics: Barclays and Standard Bank to stop working with McKinsey...
*** And In Sports: Nigeria name strong squad for friendlies against Algeria and Argentina..
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*** Burundi pulls out of International Criminal Court.....
*** Kenyans await presidential election results...
*** New opposition party launched in Botswana...
*** In Economics: Nairobi Securities Exchange bounces back after election...
*** And In Sports: Kenya prepares for FIFA Under 20 Women's World Cup..
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*** Violent clashes mar Kenya's presidential elections....
*** South Africa remembers late anti apartheid struggle icon OR Tambo....
*** In Economics: South African Broadcasting Corporation workers threaten to strike...
*** And In Sports: Former South African referee Ian McLeod has died...
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*** Voting gets underway in Kenya amid tight security.......
*** UN Chief begins his visit to the Central African Republic....
*** In Economics: Nigeria's senate to probe Etisalat Nigeria loan default...
*** And In Sports: Spain beat Mali to reach FIFA Under-17 World Cup final....
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*** UN and African Union call for peace ahead of Kenyan election...
*** Mali to extend state of emergency for another year....
*** Russia denies meddling in South African cabinet reshuffle....
*** In Economics: South African companies to explore opportunities in Russia...
*** And In Sports: FIFA tells Zambia to stop protesting and accept the loss to Nigeria.....
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*** Nigerian government faces criticism over President Jacob Zuma statue....
*** Togo opposition calls for president to quit as protests mount...
*** In Economics: Tanzania and Acacia Mining agree on revenue sharing deal...
*** And In Sports: SuperSport United to play TP Mazembe in Confederation Cup final...
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*** Kenyan opposition leader urges voters to boycott the election..
*** Somalis protest against violent extremism after deadly bomb blast....
*** More people in Tanzania receive treatment for HIV/AIDS.....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean government to address exporters' challenges...
*** And In Sports: Ghana to face Mali at the FIFA Under 17 World Cup .....
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*** South Africa condemns deadly bomb blasts in Mogadishu....
*** Burundi accuses Rwanda and Belgium of distabilizing the country...
*** DRC government briefs SADC chair on election preparations.....
*** In Economics: UK anti-trust regulator investigates Aspen Pharmacare...
*** And In Sports: Morocco to replace Kenya as hosts of African Nations Championship..
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*** South Africa commits to working with Zambia on challenges facing SADC region...
*** Ivory Coast parliamentary aide says his arrest is politically motivated.....
*** In Economics: IMF and World Bank meetings gets underway in Washington
*** And In Sports: South Africa expect tougher ODI challenge from Bangladesh...
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*** Kenyan police fire tear gas at protesters demanding election reforms...
*** South African President Jacob Zuma begins state visit to Zambia....
*** In Economics: Sub-Saharan Africa to grow at slower rate this year....
*** And In Sports: CAF Emergency Committee to meet in Lagos...
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*** Kenyan opposition leader withdraws from repeat presidential election..
*** Security expert urges caution in mass release of Boko Haram suspects....
*** In Economics: Nigerian MPs asked to approve 5 point 5 billion Dollars in foreign loans.....
*** And In Sports: Good start for South Africa at the All Africa Golf Championships..
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*** Africa's first elected female president prepares to stand down....
*** Experts discuss ways to tackle AIDS epidemic in Africa...
*** In Economics: Investors hail Botswana's progressive mining laws..
*** And In Sports: Proteas may opt for all-seam attack in the second Test against Bangladesh...
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*** Kenyan opposition leader vows not to participate in repeat election...
*** WHO launches new guidelines to tackle child obesity....
*** South Africa releases new coin in honour of struggle icon OR Tambo...
*** In Economics: KPMG to appear before South African Parliament watchdog...
*** And In Sports: Bangladesh lose opener Tamim to thigh injury ahead of second test against South Africa...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenya's Electoral Commission meets leaders of rival parties...
*** South Africa and Zimbabwe push for one-stop Beitbridge border post...
*** New strategy aims to reduce cholera deaths by 90 percent....
*** In Economics: Strike looms at South African Airways...
** And In Sports: Burkina Faso ready for FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa....
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*** Kenyan oppostion supporters protest against the electoral commission.....
*** UN police boost safety for women outside South Sudan protection sites...
** US President condemns deadly attack in Las Vegas...
*** In Economics: South African motorists brace for another petrol price hike....
*** And In Sports: South African athletes nominated for IAAF awards.…
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*** Poll shows that Ugandans want Presidential age limit to be maintained...
*** UN urges countries to step up efforts to tackle human trafficking...
*** Saudi Arabia to allow women to drive for the first time....
*** In Economics: US President sticks to tax reform plan despite criticism...
*** And In Sports: Test series between South Africa and Bangladesh begins today..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** North Korea says US President Donald Trump has declared war....
*** Journalists in Togo continue to face death threats....
*** Zimbabwe's Electoral Commission rejects calls to halt voter registration....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's central bank says the country has no capacity to build forex reserves....
***And In Sports: South Africa unveils bid to host 2023 Rugby World Cup.....
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*** Kenyan president says Supreme Court election ruling was a coup.....
*** Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe mocks US President Donald Trump..
*** Concerns over the plight of displaced people in Africa's Lake Chad region....
*** In Economics: South African Reserve Bank leaves the repo rate unchanged ...
***And In Sports: South Africa qualify for COSAFA Womens Championships Final....
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*** Kenyan court criticizes election board for failing to verify results...
*** South Africa urges UN member states to dismantle their nuclear weapons ...
*** In Economics: South Africa says global economic structure needs to change...
***And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana coach to address ill discipline in the camp....
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*** African leaders adress the UN General Assembly...
*** Kenya's chief justice condemns threats against judiciary....
*** In Economics: South Africans await central bank decisions on interest rates...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns arrives in Casablanca....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Experts say Burundi violence might be crimes against humanity....
*** World leaders gather in New York for the UN General Assembly....
*** African countries vows to push ahead with the Paris Climate agreement...
*** In Economics: East African states urged to fast-track airspace liberalisation....
***And In Sports: India and South Africa edge closer to cricket tour agreement...
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*** SADC summit approves deployment of experts to troubled Lesotho
*** World leaders arrive in New York for UN General Assembly..
*** Nigerian military labels Biafra separatist group a terrorist organization....
*** In Economics: Zambian business community urged to trade with Germany....
***And In Sports: South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns beat Wydad Casablanca in Caf Champions League....
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*** South African court to hear appeal by President Jacob Zuma in spy tapes case...
*** UN calls for end to ethnic cleansing of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar....
*** In Economics: South African Airways to shrink services as part of revamp....
*** And In Sports: South Africa Football Association officials to visit FIFA headquarters...
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*** Kenya's electoral body fails to meet with political leaders...
*** Pressure mounts on Myanmar to end violence against Rohingya people...
*** In Economics: African Development Bank launches a plan to boost agriculture..
*** And In Sports: FIFA World Cup tickets go on sale tomorrow....
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*** UN Security Council imposes tougher sanctions on North Korea....
*** South Africa remembers anti apartheid struggle icon Steve Biko....
*** In Economics: Concerns over cabinet reshuffle rumours in South Africa..
*** And In Sports: Faf du Plessis to lead South Africa in all three cricket formats… .
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*** African Union high level panel on Libya meets in Congo......
*** Herdsmen kill at least 10 people in Nigeria's Plateau State....
*** Hundreds of women march in Burundi's capital Bujumbura.....
*** In Economics: Tanzania plans to nationalise seized diamonds....
*** And In Sports: South African Football Association to hold emergency meeting.....
UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, believes North Korea is the most dangerous crisis facing the world today. A prominent opposition member of parliament in Tanzania has been shot and seriously wounded by unknown attackers. Opposition political parties in Togo are urging west African countries to intervene in ongoing political tension in the country. In Economics: Retailers in Zimbabwe want the Central Bank to put a speedy end to foreign payment bottlenecks for suppliers of goods and commodities to shops in the country. *And In Sports: SAFA to appeal Fifa ruling over World Cup qualifier match against Senegal.
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*** South African President Jacob Zuma calls for calm in Lesotho.....
*** Rwandan politician Diane Rwigara has been released.....
*** Burundian refugees agree to be repatriated.....
*** In Economics: Nigeria exits recession but recovery remains fragile......
*** And In Sports: Cape Verde beat South Africa in World Cup Qualifier..
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*** Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta accused of threatening judges......
*** South African opposition head to the Constitutioonal Court......
*** In Economics: Petro-SA signs a deal with Russian exploration company ROSGEO
*** And In Sports: Nigeria draw with Cameroon in FIFA World Cup Qualifier....
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*** Deputy President of South Africa's ruling ANC, Cyril Ramaphosa says he is being targeted within the party for taking a stance against corruption ....
*** What's next for Kenya after the country's Supreme Court officially nullified the re-election of President Uhuru Kenyatta? .....
*** Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe has put to rest claims of food poisoning on his deputy Emerson Mnangagwa....
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*** UN condemns North Korea's latest missile launch....
*** South Sudan camp crime cut by half.....
*** WFP calls for urgent funding to assist Tanzanian refugees...
*** In Economics: China's R and F to invest 2 billion dollars in Zimbabwe....
*** And In Sports: African nations prepare for FIFA World Cup qualifiers.....
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*** Kenyan opposition gets access to electronic vote-count systems...
*** European and African leaders hold migration talks in Paris...
*** WHO regional committee meeting gets underway in Zimbabwe....
*** In Economics: Experts say rail is key to driving trade in landlocked countries....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's men's water polo team register their first win....
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*** Angola goes to the polls today to elect a new president....
*** UN Envoy expresses concerns over human trafficking in Libya....
*** In Economics: Oxfam says South Africa's efforts to alleviate poverty will fail....
*** And In Sports: Spain's La Liga to help SAFA develop South African football...
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*** Human rights experts concerned about the situation in Burundi...
*** Thousands flee insecurity in the Central African Republic..
*** President Muhammadu Buhari urges Nigerians to unite....
*** In Economics: Mozambique to set up sovereign investment fund....
*** And In Sports: South African swimmer qualifies for 200 metre freestyle final in Taipei.....
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*** Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari returns from UK....
*** Mixed reaction to South Africa's decision to grant Grace Mugabe diplomatic immunity...
*** SADC appoints special envoy to Democratic Republic of Congo....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe tightens screws on miners export earnings....
*** And In Sports: Zambia qualifies for African Nations Championship....
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*** South Sudan refugees in Uganda pass one million mark ....
*** Millions of people face acute hunger in the DRC........
*** In Economics: BRICS bank's newly-launched centre to benefit Africa..
*** And In Sports: Usain Bolt releases X-rays proving he was injured in his farewell race....
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Grace Mugabe back in Zimbabwe after dodging South African police...
South Africa's Marikana Massacre victims still seek justice 5 years after mass shooting...
300 dead and 600 missing in Sierra Leone mudslides...
In Sports: Bafana Bafana third string squad has been hit by withdrawals......
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*** Kenya's opposition leader urges people to stay away from work....
*** Zimbabwe's Vice President Emerson Mnangagwa rushed to hospital....
*** In Economics: DRC reinstates VAT on imports for mining companies...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Caster Semenya retains world 800 metre crown…
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*** Kenya's opposition want Raila Odinga to be declared winner of the election...
*** UN maintains zero tolerance to militarization of camps in South Sudan...
*** South African opposition files motion calling for early elections....
*** In Economics: IMF revises Botswana's 2017 growth forecast...
*** And In Sports: Wayde van Niekerk wins 200 metre silver at the World Championships…
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*** Voting gets underway in Kenya.....
*** South African President faces no confidence vote this afternoon....
*** In Economics: Botswana's Debswana to re-open its Damtshaa diamond mine..
*** And In Sports: Caster Semenya claim South Africa's third medal of World Championships ....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Gunmen kills at least 11 people at a church in Nigeria......
*** Burundian opposition leader accuses his former advisor of plotting to kill him...
*** Kenyan presidential candidates hold final rallies to woo voters...
*** In Economics: New oil pipeline to boost east African economies..
*** And In Sports: Wayde Van Niekerk breezes into 400 metre final at the World Champs....
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*** Rwandans vote today in presidential election....
*** Concern over unrest in Mauritania ahead of referendum....
*** UN Envoy meets South Sudan's President Salva Kiiir...
*** In Economics: South Africans urged join efforts to protect the country's fiscal integrity...
*** And In Sports: World Athletics championships get underway today..
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*** Former Rwandan Prime Minister slams President Kagame...
*** Kenya's electoral body says its ready for presidential polls...
*** Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo visits Nigeria......
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe central bank warms up bond note printing presses.....
*** In Sports: Top South African bowler returns for 4th test with England.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Top Kenyan election official found dead...
*** Rwandan parties begin final push to woo voters ahead of election...
*** South African parties reject DA's call for early elections....
*** In Economics: Nigeria's UAC seeks approval to raise 42 million dollars.....
*** And In Sports: Top Kenyan runner pulls out of World Championships....
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*** Kenyan police kill gunman at Deputy President Ruto's home....
*** Concerns over political killings in South Africa....
*** Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe speaks on succession
*** In Economics: Fraud threatens survival of South African medical schemes...
*** And In Sports: England set a towering target for South Africa to win third test.....
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*** Zimbabwe's first lady urges Robert Mugabe to name his successor...
*** Botswana's decision to grant Dalai Lama visa angers China....
*** UN Chief António Guterres call for calm in Jerusalem....
*** In Economics: US oil firm Halliburton to pay 30 million dollars to settle bribery case in Angola....
*** And In Sports: England's Alastair Cook keeps Proteas seamers at bay on the opening day of the third Test......
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*** Diplomatic row is brewing between Cameroon and Nigeria...
*** Boko Haram attacks are hampering development in Nigeria....
*** South Africa's ruling ruling ANC leaders meet in Pretoria...
*** In Economics: South Africa to harvest 15 million tonnes of maize this season...
*** And In Sports: South African strike bowler Kagiso Rabada returns for the third test against England....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa's EFF says it is ready to take over government...
*** African petroleum producers meet in Nigeria.....
*** In Economics: Black industrialists to gain access to finance in South Africa....
*** And In Sports: Cameron van der Burgh cruises into the 50metre breastroke final in Budapest.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN camp residents in South Sudan feel safer after weapons searches.....
*** South African opposition slams President Zuma amnesty reports....
*** Book about Nelson Mandela's last days withdrawn from circulation..
*** In Economics: Kenya Airways plane damaged at Jomo Kenyatta Airport..
*** And In Sports: Athletics South Africa withdraws Hogan from World Champs..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over humanitarian situation in DRC....
***South Africa's former President heads AU Election Observer Mission to Kenya.....
*** Zimbabwe introduces a 60-year jail term for rapists...
*** In Economics: AB InBev to spend 310 million dollars in Africa....
*** And In Sports: Zambia beat South Africa in COSAFA under-17 Championship...
- South Sudan rebel leader Riek Machar refuses to renounce violence
- Kenya's history of election violence threatens to repeat itself
- Key milestone reached in the fight against HIV
- In Economics: Nigerian court orders seizure of former oil ministers multi million dollar property
- And In Sports: South African sprinter has sub-43 second barrier in sight for 400metre
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over violence against children in Central African Republic...
*** Calls for South African President Jacob Zuma to step down intensify...
*** Zimbabwean opposition party slams the country's electoral commission....
*** In Economics: South Africa's power utility Eskom to release its financial results today..
*** And In Sports: England beat South Africa to reach ICC Women's World Cup final...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
- Concerns over violence against children in Central African Republic
- Calls for South African President Jacob Zuma to step down intensify
- Zimbabwean opposition party slams the country's electoral commission
- In Economics: South Africa's power utility Eskom to release its financial results today
- And In Sports: England beat South Africa to reach ICC Women's World Cup final
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*** Nelson Mandela day celebrations get underway across the world....
*** UN launches progress report on Sustainable Development Goals...
*** In Economics: Japanese car maker Mazda extends defective airbag recall...
*** And In Sports: Former Namibian sprinter Frankie Fredericks suspended.......
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*** Conflict displaces millions of people in Nigeria....
*** Concerns over rising hunger across East Africa....
*** South African Communist Party to contest elections independently...
*** In Economics: Lesotho Trade unions demand minimum wage.....
*** And In Sports: England need a world record 474 to beat South Africa in the second Test...…
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*** UN pays tribute to Botswana's late president Sir Ketumile Masire....
*** Religious leaders find common ground to prevent future atrocities...
*** In Economics: Barclays Africa challenges findings on apartheid-era bailout...
** And In Sports: Sudan re-admitted to international football…
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*** Ugandan women demand full access to justice.......
*** UN Envoy briefs Security Council on the situation in Yemen....
*** South African Communist Party leaders elected unopposed...
*** In Economics: DRC to double the size of INGA 3 hydro-electric plant..
*** And In Sports: South African sprinter wins 100 metre gold at the World under 18 Championships....
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**** Security experts call for a national emergency following a series of break-ins at investigating and prosecuting authorities in South Africa...
**** Kenya's president and chief justice clash as elections approach
**** And today Today marks World Population Day
In Economic news........Gupta-owned Oakbay Resources to be de-listing from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange
And in Sport.....The International Olympic Committee discuss the 2024 bids ahead of their LA and Paris visits…
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan marks grim 6th independence anniversary.....
*** South Africa lauds adoption of a treaty banning nuclear weapons...
*** Kenya's interior minister dies in hospital....
*** In Economics: Algeria's Tassili Airlines signs a deal with US planemaker Boeing..
*** And In Sports: Zimbabwe beat Zambia to win Cosafa Castle Cup......
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*** Peacekeepers in the CAR face sexual abuse allegations...
*** UN refuses to comment on ICC ruling against South Africa....
*** World leaders gather in Germany for the G20 summit.....
*** In Economics: South Africa faces critical questions from potential investors.....
*** And In Sports: Supersport United on the verge of qualifying for Confederations Cup quarterfinals...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** ICC to rule on South Africa's failure to arrest Sudanese President...
** South Africa's ruling ANC policy conference ends....
** Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka reappointed as head of UN Women......
** In Economics: Rwandan traders urged to leverage new customs reforms.....
** And In Sports: England beat South Africa at the Women's Cricket World Cup...
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*** Zimbabwe donates 1 million dollars to the African Union.....
*** South Africa's ruling ANC leaders outline challenges facing the party....
*** Kenya becomes first country to introduce new HIV drug.......
*** In Economics: Etisalat Nigeria chairman resigns after debt talks collapse....
*** And In Sports: Proteas captain, Faf du Plessis, to miss first test against England....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** African Union summit gets underway in Addis Ababa....
*** South Africa's ruling ANC policy conference continues....
*** In Economics: Tunisia raises petrol prices by 6 point 7 percent....
** And In Sports: Zimbabwe on course for a record fifth COSAFA CUP title...
- UN Envoy urges more support for Somali refugees.
- South Africa's President Jacob Zuma meets his DRC counterpart Joseph Kabila.
- Tributes continue to pour in for the late former Botswana president Sir Ketumile Masire.
- Economics: IMF to visit Mozambique to discuss debt audit concerns.
- Sports: South Africa clinch opening ICC Women's World Cup win.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA DIGEST THIS HOUR..
*** South Africa's constitutional court refers the request for a motion of no confidence secret ballot back to parliament...
*** Amnesty International says the EU must stop cooperating with the Libyan Coast Guard in returning refugees...
In Economics: Copper production in Africa's second biggest producer of the metal expected to rise to 850-thousand tonnes...
And in Sport: South African Rugby coach announced his team ahead of the 3rd test clash against France..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa's highest court to rule on secret ballot case....
*** UN welcomes deployment of force to fight terrorism in Sahel region....
*** Refugee Solidarity Summit gets underway in Uganda today...
*** In Economics: South Africa's credibility on the line with foreign bond investors....
*** And In Sports: Kenyan athletes gather in Nairobi for national trials....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South Sudan prepares for national dialogue...
** Uganda appeals for funds to help South Sudanese refugees...
** South Africa's former president hails late Namibian struggle icon Toivo ya Toivo...
** In Economics: Moody's warns on political risks in Zambia........
** And In Sports: Springboks prepare for final test match against France..
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** Lesotho National Assembly reconvenes after elections...
** South African opposition pushes for parliamentray probe into state capture...
** Action plan gives renewed hope to people with albinism in Africa....
** In Economics: South African banks and insurers downgraded by Moody's....
** And In Sports: Iran qualifies for 2018 World Cup …...
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** Efforts to continue to withdraw South Africa from the ICC...
** Kenya launches helpline for women to report gender-based violence..
** In Economics: Nigeria's presidency to sign 2017 budget into law this week.....
** And In Sports: India crushes South Africa to reach Champions Trophy semifinal....
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** Vote counting gets underway in Lesotho........
** Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe kicks off election campaign....
** Burundians welcome East African Community support....
** In Economics: Uber slammed for price surges during London terror attack .....
** And In Sports: South Africa begin preparations for AFCON qualifier against Nigeria....
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** Pressure mounts on South African president Jacob Zuma to step down....
** South African opposition leader to lay criminal charges against President Zuma.....
** In Economics: Countries meet in Norway to tackle illlegal fishing trade.....
** And In Sports: South African coach upbeat ahead of Women's Cricket World Cup...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Kenya's main opposition leader cleared to run for presidency.....
** Lesotho politicians make final push for votes........
** In Economics: British Airways passengers face disruptions.......
** And In Sports: Senegal are through to the second round of the Under-20 World Cup....
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** AU expresses concern over ongoing conflict in South Sudan...
** South Africa calls for increased infrastructure development in Africa......
** In Economics: G7 Summit gets underway in Italy.......
** And In Sports: ICC on high betting alert ahead of Champions Trophy....
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** Africab Union seeks international help for forces fighting LRA rebels....
** DRC refugees continue to cross into Angola......
** In Economics: Concerns over jobs losses in South Africa ...
** And In Sports: Senegal beat Saudi Arabia at the under 20 FIFA World Cup...
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** SADC election observers arrive in Lesotho...
** UN report documents human rights abuses in South Sudan.....
** In Economics: Nigerian union suspends Exxon Mobil strike in Rivers state..
** And In Sports: India clinches Cricket South Africa Women's quadrangular series ..
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** Boko Haram rebels continue to abduct villagers around Sambissa forest...
** Palestine gets special observer status at the Pan African Parliament....
** In Economics: Mobile phone giant MTN fined for license breaches in Rwanda....
** And In Sports: South Africa's star midfielder withdrawn from under 20 World Cup....
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** Ugandan troops face sexual abuse charges in Central African Republic...
** Lake Malawi dispute rages on between Malawi and Tanzania.....
** AU says presidential term extensions are threatening democracy in Africa....
** In Economics: Ease of Doing Business Conference gets underway in Zambia....
** And In Sports: South African team departs for Under 20 Rugby Championships in Georgia...
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** Concerns over worsening humanitarian situation in South Sudan..
** South Africa's highest court reserves judgment in secret ballot case....
** In Economics: Tourism Indaba kicks off in South Africa today.....
** And in Sports: South Africa ready for Women's Cricket World Cup...
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** Burundi marks second anniversary of failed coup....
** Race for South Africa's ruling ANC presidency hots up.....
** In Economics: Mozambique receives Kroll audit into hidden debts...
** And..In Sports: South Africa wins World Rugby Sevens Series...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** UN warns about increase in fighting in South Sudan....
** Health of Nigeria's president stokes governance concerns....
** London conference on Somalia tackles drought and security reforms...
** Economics: South African businesses encouraged to invest in Africa...
** And In Sports: South Africa's Under-20 team to play Costa Rica ahead of Fifa World Cup...
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** DRC opposition slam President Kabila's new transitional government....
** South African President Jacob Zuma begins state visit to Tanzania...
** Leaders gather in London for a Conference on Somalia...
** Economics: South Africa and Tanzania set to boost relations..
** And In Sports: Tough Rugby World Cup draw for South African Springboks....
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** UN condems deadly attack on peacekeepers in Central African Republic...
** The Elders express concern over the political situation in South Africa....
** In Economics: Old Mutual to scale back its global footprint...
** And...In Sports: FIFA vows to act on racism in soccer........
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** Famine threatens millions of children in Somalia......
** Zimbabwean civil society groups unite against President Mugabe...
** Mixed reaction to Gambian President Adama Barrow's first 100 days in office....
** In Economics: World Economic Forum on Africa gets underway in Durban...
** And...In Sports: South African government could support Rugby World Cup bid....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Concerns over human rights abuses across the world....
** UN releases emergency funding for DRC refugees in Angola....
** South African President Jacob Zuma booed at workers day rally....
** In Economics: Libya's oil production rises to 760-thousand barrels per day...
** And..In Sports: US cricket governing body faces expulsion from ICC....
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** UN envoy says a ceasefire is urgently needed in South Sudan......
** Concerns over the use of anti-terror laws to clampdown on media freedom...
** Top Nigerian government officials face corruption allegations....
** And In Economics: Nigeria's Lagos State redeems 183 million Dollars from bond holders..
** And In Sports: Junior Springboks continue preparations for World Championships.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South Africa's ruling ANC Presidency race hots up......
** Children in Africa set to receive the world's first malaria vaccine....
** Women and girls pay the heaviest price as Yemen's crisis deepens...
** In Economics: South Africa's Finance Minister meets investors in New York...
** And In Sports: Former South Africa bowler charged with match-fixing........
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Burundi rejects request to grant immunity to coup plotters...
** DRC children sent to Angola to avoid militia recruitment.....
** South Africa's Deputy President declares support for inquiry into state capture...
** In Economics: South Africa's ESKOM told to reconsider former CEO's pension payout...
** And In Sports: Kenya's Mary Keitany breaks London Marathon record....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Calls for South African President to step down intensify...
** Boat accident kills at least 37 people in Malawi........
** In Economics: Nigeria plans to get out of recession by boosting government revenues...
** And In Sports: South African athletes target double titles at the ASA Senior Championships....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Zimbabwean parties sign a pact to challenge President Robert Mugabe...
** Calls for independent probe after mass graves discovery in the DRC...
** World Food Program warns of severe funding shortfall in Nigeria....
** In Economics: World Bank expert says Nigeria needs to reform its finance....
** And In Sports: Cricket South Africa name squad for ICC Champions Trophy......
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****Russia vetoes UN resolution on Syria
****Boko Haram increasingly using children as bombers
**** South Africa's National bus strike continues indefinitely
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South Sudan's President Salva Kiir appeals frot aid to tackle famine.....
** African women demand land ownership......
** In Economics: Fitch downgrades South Africa's credit rating to junk status...
** And In Sports: South Africa fails to qualify for Women's Sevens Rugby World Series
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Marches against President Zuma set to get undeway across South Africa....
** US launches military strikes against the Syria government.......
** UN peacekeeping chief urges support for Mali peace process....
** In Economics: Zambia urged to take advantage of the London Stock exchange....
** And In Sports: African soccer legends to participate in a charity match in Lagos..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Gambians head to the polls today to elect Parliamentarians...
** Central African Republic to honour slain South African soldiers...
** UN meets amid growing outrage over chemical attack in Syria.......
** In Economics: S&P rating agency downgrades major South African banks....
** And In Sports: South African Swimming Championships get underway....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Pressure mounts on South African president Jacob Zuma to resign....
** Lesotho's Former Prime minister Tom Thabane appears in court....
** UN Envoy briefs Security Council on the situation in Darfur...
** In Economics: Moody's places South Africa's credit rating on review for downgrade.......
** And In Sports: Stuart Baxter set the record straight about the Bafana bafana job.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South African opposition push for motion of no-confidence in President Zuma...
** US envoy defends her country's posture at the United Nations...
** UN food agency launches plan to end hunger in Zimbabwe....
** In Economics: Standard and Poor's downgrades South Africa to junk status....
** And In Sports: South Africa guns for elusive Hong Kong Sevens Rugby title.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** UN renews mandate of its peacekeeping mission in the DRC....
** South African President may face another no-confidence motion ....
** In Economics: Total buys Gulf Africa Petroleum Corporation's assets......
** And In Sports: Search for Bafana Bafana coach continues...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South Africa reacts to President Zuma's latest cabinet reshuffle.......
** Concerns in the DRC after Catholic bishops withdrawal from peace-talks....
** In Economics: South African Reserve Bank leaves the repo rate unchanged....
** And In Sports: FIFA reveals proposed slots for 48-team World Cup...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Six aid workers killed in an ambush in South Sudan.....
** UN expresses concerns over sexual violence in conflict areas...
** Anti apartheid struggle stalwart Ahmed Kathrada to be buried today..
** In Economics: Tourism experts prepare to meet in South Africa....
** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana draw with Angola in a Friendly …
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Concerns over deteriorating security situation in the DRC...
** Governments urged to do more to stop racial hatred...
** In Economics: World bank disburses another 1 billion dollar loan to Egypt ....
** And In Sports: Botswana and Morocco football associations sign partnership agreement....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** President Robert Mugabe urges African leaders to unite...
** South Africans commemorate Human Rights Day today........
** Algeria is Africa's happiest country......
** In Economics: Leaders meet to discuss ways to boost intra Africa trade...
** And In Sports: South African Davis Cup team prepares to take on Slovenia...
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Concerns over human rights violations in South Sudan.....
** UN chief warns against abrupt US funding cuts to the world body....
** Namibian tribes sue Germany over colonial-era genocide....
** In Economics: Kenyan president seeks cuts to MP and civil servant wages...
** And In Sports: Madagascar FA chief Ahmad elected as new CAF president.......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Moussa Faki Mahamat assumes African Union leadership.....
** South African police arrest four people in connection with OR Tambo Airport heist....
** In Economics: Ethiopia to launch its first trans-boundary railway network....
** And In Sports: African football leaders gather in Ethiopia for CAF elections....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South Africa launches hate crime unit with Nigeria...
** Hunger related illnesses kill at least 47 children in Mogadishu...
** In Economics: Zimbabwe negotiates new power deal with South Africa's power utility Eskom...
** And In Sports: Durban loses rights to host Commonwealth Games....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Nigeria's President Buhari returns from medical leave in UK...
** Commission for Darfur peace accord concludes its latest meeting....
** In Economics: Sudan inflation hits 33 percent in February.....
** And In Sports: Zambia wins Under 20 Africa Cup of Nations....
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Lesotho to hold general elections in three months.....
** UN Secretary General visits famine hit Somalia.......
** Zimbabwean government urged to release two journalists...
** In Economics: Nigeria expects return to strong growth under recovery plan.....
** And In Sports: Guinea's Almamy Camara elected to FIFA Council....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Pan African Parliament members raise safety concerns in South Africa....
** Burundi MPs criticised for boycotting East African Legislative Assembly....
** Efforts underway to avert another disaster in Somalia...
** In Economics: Kenyan real estate firm shatters dreams of new homeowners........
** And In Sports: Nambia's Frankie Fredericks steps aside from IAAF task force .....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South Africa's President Jacob Zuma arrives in Indonesia.....
** EFF leader, Julius Malema, says his party may resign from parliament.....
** In Economics: Indian Ocean Rim Association Summit begins in Jakarta....
** And In Sports: South Africa prepares for first test match against New Zealand...
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Lesotho prime minister set to call election after losing confidence vote...
** DRC government intensifies crackdown on dissenting voices...
** UN Envoy briefs security council on the situation in Somalia...
** In Economics: Unilever South Africa faces prosecution for cartel activity...
** And In Sports: South African Sevens Rugby Player Werner Kok returns from injury...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Nigerian Youth Council threaten to shut down all South African businesses....
** UN Envoy says people in South Sudan live in fear.....
** Nigeria's Amina Mohammed sworn in as Deputy UN Secretary General...
** In Economics: Africa's business events representatives gather in Johannesburg...
** And In Sports: South Africa prepares to face Senegal at the Under 20 AFCON....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Former South African President Thabo Mbeki condemn recent attacks on foreigners....
** US president Donald Trump prepares for his first address to Congress....
** Concerns over humanitarian situation in the Iraqi city of Mosul...
** And In Economics: South African petrochemicals firm Sasol finds oil in Mozambique....
** And In Sports: South Africa beat Cameroon in their opening match of the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Fighting is hampering aid delivery in Central African Republic....
** UN urges leaders to work harder to combat xenophobia...
** In Economics: Mozambican authorities step up the fight against illegal mining....
** And In Sports: Stormers win pulsating South African Super Rugby derby....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** UN needs 4 biilion dollars for famine relief in four countries....
** South African court blocks government's ICC withdrawal bid....
** Amnesty International says 2016 was an awful year for human rights....
** In Economics: Concerns over financial position of state-owned enterprises in South Africa....
** And In Sports: Africa wants 10 places at FIFA expanded World Cup.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Civil society groups in Burundi reject Arusha peace talks.....
** Concerns over rising cases on enforced disappearances....
** UNICEF face challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo....
** In Economics: Barclays and Citi Group help South Africa with forex trading probe...
** And In Sports: Sundowns crowned CAF Super Cup Champions......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Nigerians express concerns over President Buhari's health....
** US ambassador to UN reaffirms her country's commitment to two-state solution in the Middle East...
** Tropical storm Dineo sweeps through some parts of South Africa....
** In Economics: Anglo American halts asset sales at worst perfoming mines.....
** And in Sports: FIFA plays down violence fears at the 2018 World Cup in Russia...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Cameroon court postpones trial of three pro english protesters....
** Morocco urged to accept Western Sahara independence...
** South African MPs debate President Zuma's state of the nation address...
** In Economics: Shell ask Nigerian court to lift forfeiture on disputed oilfield....
** And In Sports: CAF chief Issa Hayatou and Cosafa at loggerheads over backing of rival....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** UN Security Council discusses counter terrorism measures....
** Tanzanian opposition leader faces drug trafficking allegations...
** In Economics: Glencore buys remaining stake in Fleurette's Mutanda mine in the DRC...
** And In Sports: Motor racing legend says South Africa is ready to host Formula One....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Burundians reject UN report on the country's human rights situation....
** UN urges sustained momentum towards democratic governance in Somalia....
** In Economics: First Quantum to invest 1 billion dollars in Zambia.....
** And In Sports: South African Proteas ready for upcoming tour of New Zealand.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Chaotic scenes as EFF MPs are ejected from South African parliament...
** Kenyan court quashes government order to close Dadaab refugee camp...
** In Economics: IBM to train 25 million Africans for free to build workforce.....
** And In Sports: Memorial service for former Springbok legend to be held today....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** South African President Jacob Zuma to deliver state of the nation address...
** UN congratulates Somalia's new president Mohammed Farmaajo.....
** Exiled Lesotho opposition leaders to return home.......
** In Economics: Investors await Nigeria's new economic plan........
** And In Sports: South Africa to host Young Seniors World Team and Individual Tennis Championships....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Somalia heads to the polls today to elect its new president.....
** UN expert says withdrawing from ICC undermines international justice..
** African women urged to take up leadership positions.....
** In Economics: Standard Chartered Zimbabwe limits use of Visa card abroad.....
** And In Sports: South Africa beat Sri Lanka in fourth one day international....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Rebels threaten to disrupt presidential elections in Somalia....
** Burundi marks anniversary of unity charter adoption...
** Tanzania intensifies its war on drugs.......
** In Economics: Nigerians take to the streets to protest against economic policy....
** And In Sports: Russia unlikely to be re-admitted back into athletics before November...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE: * With two days before Somalian Presidential elections, Al-Shabaab beheads 4 men accused of spying * Today is dedicated to awareness of the continued practice of FGM * Mining Indaba starts today in Cape Town South Africa * In Economics: New $5 bond note distributed Zimbabwe * In Sport: Cameroon wins the Afcon Cup
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** DRC mourns veteran opposition leader Étienne Tshisekedi....
** UNICEF launches a multibillion dollar appeal to help children in crises areas...
** UN expresses concerns about planned Israeli settlements..........
** In Economics: Zimbabwe to double ferrochrome production....
** And In Sports: Cameroon beat Ghana to reach Africa Cup of Nations final.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lesotho Congress for Democracy Secretary General resigns....
*** Whereabouts of two South Sudan activists remain unknown....
*** Pastor Mawarire arrested on return to Zimbabwe from US.......
*** In Economics: Ivory Coast unrest makes cocoa grinders rethink investments...
*** And In Sports: World Anti Doping Agency Happy with Kenyan progress.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** African Union Summit wraps up in Addis Ababa....
*** Kenyan high court adjourns case of two South Sudanese dissidents.....
*** Canada funds WFP cash transfers for refugees in Tanzania.......
*** In Economics: European Union raises concerns on dwindling chicken exports...
*** And In Sports: Top Ghana striker remains doubtful for AFCON semi final clash.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** African Union urged to do more to end conflicts in the continent...
*** UN expresses concerns over US ban on refugees from Muslim countries..
*** In Economics: Crisis rocks South South Africa's poultry industry...
*** And In Sports: South Africa under-20 friendly against Zambia rescheduled....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** African Union summit gets underway in Addis Ababa....
** Heavy fighting erupts in South Sudan....
** Lesotho's new party launched in the capital Maseru....
** In Economics: African leaders to discuss financing of the African Union.....
** And In Sports: Ayew brothers lead Ghana into the AFCON semi finals....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Gambia's new president Adama Barrow set to return home today....
*** Al-Shabab attack kills at least 28 people in Mogadishu.....
*** Concerns over increasing human rights violations in the DRC...
*** In Economics: African wealth funds seek foreign partners to fix infrastructure gap...
*** And In Sports: Sri Lanka stun South Africa to bag T20 cricket series.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Race to replace African Union Commission chairperson hots up.....
*** South Sudan president refuses to meet US government officials....
*** US President Donald Trump signs order reviving controversial pipeline projects......
*** In Economics: African Development Bank approves Soft Commodity Finance Facility....
*** And In Sports: Morocco beat AFCON defending champions Ivory Coast,....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Turkish President Recep Erdogan meets his Tanzanian counterpart John Magufuli....
*** SADC Oversight Committee meets Lesotho politicians....
*** UN agency expresses concerns over humanitarian situation in Syria.....
*** In Economics: Poor countries are allowed to import generic medicines,....
*** And In Sports: Ugandan players to be rewarded for AFCON appearance......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Turkey's president Recep Erdogan kicks off state visit to Tanzania....
*** Kenya expresses concerns over travel advisory issued by the US....
*** In Economics: Coffee farmers in Kenya set to cash in on higher prices......
*** And In Sports: Sri Lanka beat South African Proteas in the second T20 match.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** West African regional bloc issues another deadline for Yahya Jammeh to step down.....
*** Donald Trump prepares to be sworn in as president of the United States....
*** In Economics: South Africa hopes for increased trade with the US.....
*** And In Sports: A new look Proteas squad takes on Sri Lanka in the T20 Tonight....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Gambia's President Jammeh refuses to leave office as deadline passes...
** UN Envoy briefs security council on the situation in Mali.........
*** In Economics: South African minister appointed to WEF stewardship board...
*** And In Sports: Cameroon beat Guinea-Bissau at the Africa Cup of Nations....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundian government to withdraw its troops from Somalia....
*** Israel says Security Council Resolution provides inspiration for terrorism.....
*** Zimbabwean government urged to do more to tackle typhoid outbreak.....
*** In Economics: Chinese president Xi Jingping adresses the World Economic Forum.....
*** And In Sports: FIFA to make Joel Matip decision on Friday....
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over divisions within South Africa's ruling ANC....
*** UK and US refute claims that they are plotting topple South Sudan's government..
*** Tributes pour in for late South African musician Thandi Klaasen......
*** In Economics: Leaders arrive in Davos to attend the World Economic Forum....
*** And In Sports: Senegal begin their AFCON campaign with victory over Tunisia.....
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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- South Africa refutes claims that South Sudan rebel leader Riek Machar is under house arrest in Pretoria.
- Russia says military action has ended in the Syrian City of Aleppo.
- UN agency expresses concerns over lack of funds to fight malaria.
- Economics: South African power utility Eskom to invite bids to build nuclear reactors.
- Sports: Mamelodi Sundowns to play Jeonbuk Hyundai today.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA DIGEST THIS HOUR..
*** The DRC's opposition expresses satisfaction after the latest round of dialogue...
*** Gambia's outgoing president rejects election results after initially conceding defeat...
In Economics: A South African economist says the country's power utility can improve its ratings outlook...
And in Sport: The Seattle Sounders claims their first Major League Soccer Cup...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Over 60 people killed in Nigeria church collapse......
*** World leaders congratulate Ghana's President-elect Nana Akufo-Addo...
*** African Union chairperson candidates hold first ever debate....
*** In Economics: Angola says there is no need to devalue its currency....
*** And In Sports: South African swimmer on top form at the FINA Short Course Championships.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Ghana's main opposition party claim election victory....
*** Burundi's ruling party says its not ready for talks with the opposition....
*** World Bank launches a project to tackle TB in Southern Africa....
*** In Economics: Fitch Ratings agency revises outlook on South Africa's power utility,....
*** And In Sports: Nigerian FA resolves bonus payment dispute with the Super Falcons....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Ghanaians prepare to go to the polls to elect their new president.....
*** Cameroon steps up efforts to reduce tensions in northern parts of the country.....
*** In Economics: Nigerian President to submit 2017 budget to lawmakers......
*** And In Sports: Springbok sevens team in high spirits ahead of weekend series.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Cameroon defends security forces response to protests....
*** Ghana's President says he deserves a second term to consolidate gains...
*** UN launches record aid appeal lto help 93 million people.....
*** Economics: Zimbabwe want industries to pay in advance for imported power.....
*** And In Sports: Sundowns depart for Japan to take part in the Fifa Club World Cup.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Ghana's presidential candidates make their final push for votes....
*** Kenyan rival political parties launch election campaigns.......
*** South Africa remembers former President Nelson Mandela......
*** In Economics: Egyptian lender seeks central bank guaranteed syndicated loan....
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Fiji to win World Sevens Series opener....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over serious human rights violations in South Sudan.....
*** South Africa's ruling party pays tribute Cuba's former leader Fidel Castro.....
*** South Africa launches major new trial of AIDS vaccine....
*** In Economics: Investors take a backseat on Zimbabwe's mining sector..
*** And In Sports: Proteas stand-in captain explains the teams turn around...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundi president's spokesperson escapes assassination attempt.....
*** South African president Jacob Zuma survives attempt to remove him from office....
*** Zambian President Edgar Lungu wraps state visit to Tanzania....
*** In Economics: Qatar to provide 1 billion dollars in aid to Tunisia.....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria beat South Africa to reach women's Africa Cup of Nations finals..
But first, here's Anne Moosa, with the news..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lack of funding threatens Central African Republic's fragile recovery.....
*** Ugandan king arrested over deadly clashes between police and militia...
*** Concerns over rising cases of rape in South Sudan....
*** And In Economics: Glencore lands big contract to supply liquefied natural gas in Egypt..
*** And In Sports: South Africa clashes with Nigeria in African Nations Cup semi finals....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundians march against against foreign interference......
*** Condolences continue to pour in for Cuba's leader Fidel Castro.....
*** Zambian President Edga Lungu kicks off state visit to Tanzania........
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's central bank to circulate new bond notes today.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa prepares for Women's AFCON semi final clash against Nigeria.....
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Civil society group urges South African President Jacob Zuma to step down
*** Sudan People's Liberation Movement agrees to end use of child soldiers....
*** US President elect appoints new ambassador to the United Nations...
*** And In Economics: BP loses 68 million dollar court ruling over Morocco oil cargo ...
*** And In Sports: Third test match between Australia and South Africa gets underway...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Armed groups increasingly use water as a weapon of war.....
*** South Sudan government lashes out at the United Nations.......
*** South Africa's opposition accuses ruling ANC of defending apartheid laws....
*** And In Economics: South Africa delays nuclear power expansion plans........
*** In Sports: South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns prepares for FIFA Club World Cup......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Catholic Church apologizes for its role in Rwandan genocide...
*** UN Chief calls for more funding to tackle violence against women...
*** African Court on Human Rights marks 10th anniversary.....
*** In Economics: Nigeria considers foreign exchange reforms as dollar shortages bite....
*** In Sports: Springbok coach could make changes against Wales.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US seeks sanctions against South Sudan rebel leader Riech Machar..
*** Experts call for sustainable financing of African Union peace operation...
*** UN Climate Change Summit ends with a plea for urgent action....
*** In Economics: South Africa continue efforts to stave off downgrade to junk status....
*** In Sports: South African Springboks lose to Italy for the first time.......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US proposes UN arms embargo on South Sudan........
*** Aid groups express concerns over humanitarian situation in Central African Republic...
*** In Economics: Malawi's central bank to introduce 2 thousand Kwacha banknote....
*** And In Sports: Winger Bryan Habana returns to boost the ailing Springboks.........
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Rwanda to probe French officials accused of genocide.....
*** Security situation remains volatile in South Sudan...
*** UN Security council delegation wraps up visit to the DRC....
*** In Economics: South Africa's Reserve Bank may be forced to hike interest rate.....
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas complete second test rout of Australia.....
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
- Thousands protest Donald Trump's election victory across USA.
- African countries urged to commit funds to the African Standby Force.
- UN Envoy says corruption remains the biggest challenge for Liberia.
- In Economics: Asia shares rebound in sharp turnaround from Trump shock.
- And In Sports: South Africa hit by injuries ahead of World Cup Qualifier.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Donald trump leads as vote counting continues in US presidential elections.......
*** African leaders call for continental peace mediation efforts to resolve political crisis in Libya....
*** Authorities in South Sudan plead with Kenya not to withdraw its troops.....
*** In Economics: Nigeria's Central Bank releases over 600 million dollars to manufacturering firms...
*** And Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana prepares for World Cup qualifier against Senegal.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Americans go to the polls today to elect their new president...
*** International Criminal Court faces more criticism from Africa.....
*** South African president Jacob Zuma faces a no-confidence motion...
*** In Economics: Telkom Kenya mulls investing in multiple fibre optic cable......
*** And Sports: Kenya's Harambee Stars coach selects 12 foreign-based players for friendly matches....
- A special investigation finds that UN peacekeepers failed to respond to an attack on civilians by South Sudanese Government troops.
- Another victory for South African opposition parties in court. In Economics: Crude oil prices fall for a fourth day, as jittery investors await official U.S. stockpile figures. And in Sport: South African players dominate the CAF awards nominations.
- Pressure is mounting for South Africa's National Prosecution Authority boss Shaun Abrahams to be removed or to resign.
- Chad's president Idriss Deby says the multinational joint task force fighting the Boko Haram insurgency in Cameroon is facing major difficulties.
- In sport: Patrick Lambie will captain South Africa against the Barbarians in London.
* A spat may be brewing between South Africa and Botswana over the International Criminal Court Nearly 400-thousand children in North Eastern Nigeria are facing starvation. *** The UN Joint Office for Human Rights has expressed concerns about the increase of human rights abuses in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Economic news: South Africa's trade union AMCU, happy with the wage increase for it's members. And in Sport: TP Mazembe stands a good chance to win the African Confederation Cup.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Alshabab rebels kill at least 12 people in Kenya's Mandera county....
*** Four people killed in anti-UN unrest in Central African Republic....
*** UN Chief condemns the exclusion of women from peace processes.....
*** In Economics: Tanzania and Morocco sign over twenty investment deals.....
*** And In Sports: Mamelodi Sundowns arrive home to a hero's welcome.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa's ruling ANC leaders urged to resign......
*** South Africa's decision to leave the ICC faces criticism...
*** In Economics: Nigerian stock exchange pushes back derivatives launch to 2017....
*** And In Sports: Mamelodi Sundowns wins CAF Champions League....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Central African Republic urged to take action on foreign fighters...
*** Japanese companies forced to suspend projects in South Sudan....
*** In Economics: South Africa's Finance Minister prepares to present medium-term budget...
*** And In Sports: Kenyan runner Rita Jeptoo hopes to return soon after doping ban...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta blames agencies for sluggish anti-corruption fight...
*** US President Barack Obama tells Donald Trump to stop whining....
*** Mozambique marks 30th anniversary of President Samora Machel's death....
*** In Economics: South African Airways bans Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphone....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Banyana Banyana prepares for Egypt friendly....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN efforts to reduce the impact of cholera are underway in Haiti .......
*** Concerns over the plight of millions of people in the Iraqi city of Mosul......
*** Countries reach an agreement to cut greenhouse gases...
*** In Economics: Zimbabweans express concerns over planned introduction of bond notes
*** And In Sports: Former Bafana Bafana captain Neil Tovey shows improvement after heart attack...
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*** Burundians march in support of governments decision to quit the ICC....
*** South Africa remembers late Mozambican president Samora Machel....
***In Economics: BRICS leaders agree to implement measures to enhance trade cooperation........
*** And In Sports: South African Football Association Technical Director suffers a heart attack....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN appoints Antonio Guterres as new Secretary-General......
*** At least nine people were killed in South Sudan in renewed clashes.....
*** In Economics: Lead investor in Uganda-Tanzania pipeline may get up to 60 percent stake....
*** And In Sports: South Africa to face Brazil in the BRICS Football Cup final.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN expresses concerns over increased reports of violence South Sudan...
*** Burundi suspends cooperation with the UN Human Rights Office...
*** United Nations marks Africa Week in New York...
*** In Economics: Nigerian regulator approves transfer of Visafone shares to MTN....
*** And In Sports: Swimming South Africa is to host the 12th African Swimming Championships....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN envoy voices concerns over current political situation in the DRC....
*** Rwandan government threatens to close the French embassy.....
*** In Economics: South Africa and Kenya agree to remove trade barriers...
*** And In Sports: South Africa lose to Brazil in BRICS under 17 Football Cup...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South African President Jacob Zuma to visit Kenya....
*** Hurricane leaves widespread damage and human suffering in Haiti...
*** Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump face off in second presidential debate....
*** In Economics: South Africa calls for increased cross-border trade....
*** And In Sports: South Africa draw with China at the BRICS Under 17 tournament...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Antonio Guterres nominated to be the next UN Chief....
*** Zambian opposition leader released on bail......
*** In Economics: South Africa and Namibia set to strengthen trade relations......
*** And In Sports: Springbok coach reshuffles his team for Saturday's test match against the All Blacks....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** European Union calls for inclusive dialogue in Burundi....
*** UN envoy says serious challenges remain on the ground in South Sudan....
*** Portugal's Antonio Guterres set to be UN Secretary General...
*** In Economics: Concerns over widening gap between rich and poor countries....
*** And In Sports: South African swimmer, Chad le Clos, makes history.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Sudan encouraged to cooperate with UN chemical weapons body...
*** Morocco wants to rejoin the African Union....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe is losing 1 billion US Dollars a year to corruption...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana ready for World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
**** The DRC's Electoral Commission expects the presidential election to be delayed until December 2018
**** The first session of Zambia's 12th National Assembly has opened following the August 11th disputed general election
**** The chances of a woman replacing Ban Ki Moon as the next United Nations Secretary General received a slight shot in the arm
In Economic news: Analysts slam a BRICS ratings agency idea
And in Sport: South Africa under 17 national football team is eager to play in the BRICS tournament.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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UNFPA is concerned that more hunger is yet to come as countries brace themselves for the expected La Nina later this year
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Botswana President Ian Khama says his country remains a symbol of peace and harmony on the continent
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South Africa's Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba receives the inaugural LGBTI Pride Human Rights Award in Pretoria.
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In Economics: Kenya Airways is talking to foreign institutional investors and airlines about buying a stake to raise cash for the carrier.
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In Sports: South Africa face an anxious wait over the fitness of several key players ahead of their final Rugby Championship clash with New Zealand in Durban on Saturday.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** New rebel group formed In South Sudan....
*** Concerns over attacks on hospitals and health workers in Syria.......
*** Zimbabwean court dismisses Joyce Mujuru's application against new banknotes...
*** In Economics: Beleaguered Botswana Meat Commission set for revitalization...
*** And In Sports: World Anti-Doping Agency defends therapeutic use exemption system....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Somalia prepares for parliamentary elections......
*** Gabon's President Ali Bongo has been sworn in for a second term...
*** In Economics: South Africa's ruling party secretary general assures investors.....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria calls up Spain-based Henry Agbo for world Cup qualifier...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan's former vice president declares war against government...
*** Concerns over rising attacks on medical facilities in Syria....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean companies struggle to make international payments...
*** And In Sports: South Africa to take part in the BRICS Under 17 Football Cup in India…....
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa seeks permanent seat in the UN Security Council........
*** Heavy fighting continues in South Sudan's two regions....
*** In Economics: Egypt's Agriculture Ministry forms high level committee to resolve trade stand-off with Russia.....
*** And In Sports: South African Paralympic team wraps up the Rio games in Style.....
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Chief highlights the need for Security Council reforms.....
*** Kenyan court postpones case against three terror suspects....
*** Struggle Icon Winnie Mandela celebrates her 80th birthday......
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's reserve bank plans to introduce a local currency...
*** And In Sports: Zanele Situ bags a bronze medal for South Africa at the Paralympics.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US report accuses South Sudan's leaders of profiting during the war....
*** Diplomats pledge funds to help earthquake victims in Tanzania....
*** UN General Assembly session gets underway in New York.....
*** In Economics: Libya's oil company to restart exports from seized ports....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's medal count at the paralympic games rises to 8....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zambia's Edgar Lungu to be inaugurated today after disputed presidential elections....
*** Zimbabwean opposItion parties call for electoral reforms.......
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean government pays out 43 million dollars to white farmers...
*** And In Sports: Medals keep rolling in for Team South Africa in Rio......
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** East African Community leaders meet in Dar es Salaam today....
*** Zimbabwe's high court overturns police ban on demonstrations in Harare....
*** In Economics: Volkswagen to start assembling cars in Kenya....
*** And In Sports: Paralympic Games get underway in Rio de Janeiro....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US welcomes African Union's efforts to defuse tensions in Gabon...
*** United Nations condemns latest missile launches in North Korea...
*** In Economics: South Africa avoids recession as economy grows 3 point 3 percent..
*** And In Sports: South Africa beat Egypt to win the Nelson Mandela Challenge....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan accepts deployment of UN protection force...
*** G20 leaders agree to work together to reduce inequality.....
*** In Economics: Rwanda tightens noose on the construction sector to curb tax evasion....
*** And In Sports: Athletics Kenya renames a race in honour of the late Isaiah Kiplagat...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** World leaders gather in China for this year's G20 summit.....
*** Burundian women protest against the planned deployment of UN Police...
*** Mother Teresa declared saint by Pope Francis at the Vatican...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's NAICOM and NIA in talks on proposed recapitalisation of insurance companies....
*** And In Sports: Uganda qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time since 1978....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Political situation in Lesotho dominate discussions at a SADC meeting in Swaziland....
*** Israeli authorities urged to stop illegal settlement building on occupied Palestinian land...
*** Former Portuguese Prime Minister leads the race to be next UN Secretary General....
*** In Economics: South Africa's Eskom denies blocking coal contract investigation.......
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas gain control of the second test against New Zealand...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwean police arrest dozens after violent protest in Harare...
*** South Africa's ruling ANC urged to convene a non-elective conference....
*** Tokyo Conference on African Development ends in Nairobi...
*** In Economics: Nigerian Banks urged to freeze accounts receiving illicit forex inflows...
*** And In Sports: Channel Africa's Rachel Makhura scoops top honours at Gsport Awards...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
**** The stand-off between South Africa's Finance Minister and the Hawks draws mixed reaction from parties in parliament
****South Africa's High court to hear state's application for leave to appeal Oscar Pistorius's sentence
****Calls for East European countries to ease their restrictions on Middle Eastern migrants
In Economic news...South Africa's Transport Minister speaks out on the Passanger Rail Agency.
And in Sport.....Kenya's minister of sports disbands the Olympic Committee.......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
**** Brazil's embattled President will go on trial today
**** South Africa's Finance Minister will not present himself to the Hawks
**** Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane might become South Africa's next Public Protector.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
****South Sudan's sacked first Vice President Dr. Riek Machar has fled the country to escape government troops.
****The number of refugee children in detention centres in twelve countries has declined, according to a UN report.
**** South Africa's Deputy Public Protector Kevin Malunga did not make it to the top five candidates to be considered for the position of Public Protector...
In Economic news...South Africa's trade union, CEPPWAWU expects all its members in the petroleum industry to return to work by Monday.
in Sport.....Sunette Viljoen has bagged South Africa's ninth Rio Olympics medal..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Peace talks between Sudan's political rivals have collapsed....
*** South Sudan health workers trained to handle mass casualty situations...
*** In Economics: South African high court sets aside Eskom tariff hike....
*** And in Sports: Nigerian national soccer team take on Germany at the Rio Olympics....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zambia's Edgar Lungu wins tight presidential election.....
*** Coalition talks to govern some of South Africa's key municipalities continue....
*** Three days of national mourning begins in the DRC.....
*** In Economics: Kenyan counties submit proposal for new pension scheme...
*** And in Sports: Ugandan runner fails to reach 3000 metre steeple chase final...
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
- Zimbabwean police arrest another war veterans leader.
- Special voting continues in across South Africa.
- Fierce fighting continues in the Syrian city of Aleppo.
- In Economics: Ghana reduces the price of fuel by five percent.
- And In Sports: Nigerian relay team banned from the Rio Olympic Games.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South African parties begin final push to woo voters ahead of municipal election...
*** Concerns over the detention of children in conflict-affected areas.....
*** South African police rescue 57 children trafficked from Malawi...
*** In Economics: Djibouti joins Africa Finance Corporation...
*** And In Sports: University of Pretoria bids farewell to South African Olympians....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy says Boko Haram crisis has devastated Lake Chad region's economy...
*** Insecurity and urbanization threaten World Heritage Site in Mali.....
*** Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe vows to punish war veterans opposing him...
*** In Economics: Ghana accepts five year domestic bond worth over 200 million Dollars....
*** And In Sports: Australian athletes move into Rio's Olympic Village......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Campaigning for municipal election intensifies in South Africa....
*** Democratic party convention opens today in Philadelphia...
*** Experts say more action is needed to reduce the burden of noncommunicable diseases...
*** In Economics: Africa's public debt has reached dangerous levels....
*** And In Sports: FIFA President Gianni Infantino kicks off his visit to Nigeria....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Campaigning for municipal election intensifies in South Africa....
*** Democratic party convention opens today in Philadelphia...
*** Experts say more action is needed to reduce the burden of noncommunicable diseases...
*** In Economics: Africa's public debt has reached dangerous levels....
*** And In Sports: FIFA President Gianni Infantino kicks off his visit to Nigeria....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** President Mugabe's supporters threaten anti-government protesters....
*** Concerns over rising tensions in Northern Ethiopia....
*** In Economics: Tanzania secures multi billion dollar loan from China....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria Football Federation name new head coach for the Super Eagles....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe lashes out at anti government protesters...
*** The rate of new HIV infections remains high in many countries.....
*** In Economics: IMF says political uncertainty in South Africa continues to shake investor confidence...
*** And In Sports: South African rugby rocked by a doping scandal....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Terrorist kill at least 80 people in France during Bastille Day celebrations..
*** Ceasefire in South Sudan's capital Juba, appears to be holding...
*** Amnesty International accuses Cameroon of human right abuses....
*** In Economics: Ivory Coast aims to double oil and gas output by 2020 ......
*** And In Sports: Kenyan government slams foreign media over recent doping allegations...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Former Burundi minister Hafsa Mossi shot dead in Bujumbura.....
*** Thousands flee renewed violence in Central African Republic....
*** Violence displaces thousands of people in South Sudan.....
*** In Economics: South African retail sales remain resilient amid tough conditions...
*** And In Sports: IOC cools speculation that Russia could be banned from the Olympics...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** IGAD calls for an immediate ceasefire in South Sudan.....
*** Zimbabwe's government says protesters will face the full wrath of the law...
*** UK Prime Minister David Cameron prepares to hand over power....
*** In Economics: New report shows short-term Brexit implications for Africa...
*** And In Sports: Rio Olympic Sevens rugby ball launched....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan's Vice President Riek Machar goes into hiding....
*** Theresa May to become Britain's next prime minister......
*** Four South African terror suspects to appear in court...
*** In Economics: South Africa and France boost trade relations....
*** And In Sports: British anti doping agency investigates Kenyan claims....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN calls on warring factions in South Sudan to stop fighting.....
*** Pressure piles on Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe......
*** South African President Jacob Zuma kicks off state visit to France...
*** In Economics: India signs five agreements with Tanzania....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's under 20 team beat Lesotho in AFCON qualifier....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN envoy expresses concerns over political situation in the DRC...
*** Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins state visit to South Africa...
*** Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets his Ethiopian counterpart.....
*** In Economics: IMF says South Africa is facing significant challenges....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Under-20 soccer team ready for Youth Championship qualifier against Lesotho...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabweans stay at home in protest against economic hardships...
*** Red cross seeks more funds to tackle yellow fever outbreak in Angola ...
*** In Economics: African exports under AGOA have reduced significantly since 2008....
*** And In Sports: 25 foreign coaches apply for Malawi national soccer team job...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Oscar Pistorius to be sentenced today for murdering his girlfriend.....
*** UN Envoy says Central African Republic needs more support...
*** Kenya says Israel is a critical partner in Africa's fight against terrorism...
*** In Economics: India to import pulses from Mozambique through government channels.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Olympic body President excited about Team South Africa.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa dismisses criticism for support of SADC candidate for AU chair....
*** Hundreds protest in Nairobi over the death of Kenyan rights lawyer....
*** Zimbabwe police fire teargas as taxi drivers' protest turns violent...
*** In Economics: Vodafone says it may shift headquarters after Brexit.....
*** And In Sports: South African Olympic body refutes false reports in media regarding athletes travelling to Rio....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Bangladesh mourns victims of Dhaka terror attack....
*** Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza calls for unity...
*** MSF calls for resumption of aid and protection for Syrian refugee....
*** In Economics: South African motorists brace themselves for another petrol price hike..
*** And In Sports: France beats Iceland to reach Euro 2016 semifinals......
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
_________________________________________________ TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Democratic Republic of Congo marks 56th independence anniversary..
*** Record number of parties to contest local government elections in South Africa...
*** Ukraine warring sides urged to respect ceasefire agreement....
*** In Economics: South Africa improves in World Bank Logistics Performance Index...
*** And In Sports: South African olympic soccer team beaten by Japan
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Southern African Development Community gives Lesotho an ultimatum...
*** Drought in Zimbabwe threatens the well-being of around four million people...
*** Concerns over humanitarian situation in Africa's Sahel region......
*** In Economics: Rwanda's Central bank leaves repo rate unchanged...
*** And In Sports: Top Kenyan athletes prepare for Olympic trials....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** SADC Double Troika summit gets underway in Gaborone today.....
*** UN agency encourages Somali nationals to leave Dadaab camp in Kenya...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean government fail to reach agreement with civil servants on delayed salaries...
*** And In Sports: Iceland beat England to reach Euro 2016 quarterfinals...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Experts call for unity to fight cross-border crimes in East Africa...
*** MSF expresses concerns over humanitarian situation in South Sudan...
*** South African DJ Black Coffee wins prestigious BET award.....
*** In Economics: Africa's richest man shifts focus from cement to oil and gas.....
*** In Sports: Lionel Messi retires from international football ....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** DRC opposition leader Moise Katumbi sentenced to jail....
*** Malawian legislator leads half naked protests over albino killings...
*** In Economics: IMF extends loan program for drought hit Malawi...
*** In Sports: FIFA 2018 World Cup draw to take place in Egypt today......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Britain votes today on whether to remain part of the EU or leave the block...
*** South Africa's electoral body condemns violent protests in Pretoria....
*** Experts say torture victims right to rehabilitation is often neglected....
*** In Economics: Emirates Global Aluminium to press ahead with Guinea bauxite mine..
*** In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana advance to COSAFA Cup Final....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Congolese politician Jean-Pierre Bemba sentenced to 18 years in prison....
*** UN Envoy hopes to resume intra-Syrian peace talks in July...
*** South African government condemns violence in Pretoria...
*** Tanzania to host the International Forum For Investments....
*** In Sports: Croatia hand Spain their first Euro defeat since 2004…..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Mysterious disease kills seven people in Tanzania....
*** New report reveals grim refuugee situation in Africa......
*** SADC Ministers meet to discuss energy and water crisis...
*** In Economics: MTN appoints new CEO amid challenging economic climate...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana prepares for COSAFA Cup semi-final.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy says Liberia now ready to manage its own security....
*** African countries urged to to do more to stop Albino attacks....
*** MSF rejects EU funding over Turkey refugee deal....
*** In Economics: Cash strapped Zimbabwean government to delay military salaries...
*** In Sports: Egyptian giants Zamalek beat Nigeria's Enyimba in CAF Champions League..
- The African Union is happy that the continent is making progress when it comes to organizing and participating in elections.
- The UN says women with disabilities face "specific challenges" which are not common to men with disabilities.
- Business news: South Africa's energy company Sasol continues to invest in Mozambique...
- Sports news: Stephen Keshi Junior expresses family dissatisfaction about his father's burial.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN condemns terrorist attack on a gay nightclub in Florida....
*** UN peacekeeping chief, Hervé Ladsous visits South Sudan......
*** Mali prepares to host France Africa Summit....
*** In Economics: MTN to take immediate steps to list in Nigeria......
*** And In Sports: Lesotho claims their biggest ever victory in COSAFA Castle Cup..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** West African countries step up their fight against Boko Haram....
*** Concerns over rising attacks on oil facilities in Nigeria......
*** Disgraced South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius returns to court today for sentencing....
*** In Economics: Rwanda and Belgium agree to increase bilateral trade...
*** And In Sports: Lesotho thump Mauritius in their opening COSAFA Cup match...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South African President Jacob Zuma concludes his visit to Lesotho....
*** US President Barack Obama endorses Hillary Clinton to succeed him....
*** Boxing legend Muhammad Ali to be buried later today.....
*** In Economics: S&P says there is still a threat hanging over South Africa's credit rating....
*** And In Sports: Euro 2016 football championships kick off in France today....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over systematic human rights abuses in Eritrea...
*** UN High Level Meeting on HIV and Aids gets underway in New York....
*** In Economics: Analysts say South Africa may not survive a downgrade in six months' time...
*** And In Sports: Maria Sharapova receives two year ban for failing a drug test...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Nigerian football icon Stephen Keshi has died....
*** New report says drug resistant diseases could kill millions by 2050...
*** Pressure mounts on President Robert Mugabe to resign...
*** And In Economics: South Africa awaits Fitch's decision on credit rating...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy says peace in Darfur region can only be achieved through negotiations...
*** EU calls for renewed efforts in the middle east peace process....
*** Kenyan opposition continue protests against the electoral commision...
*** In Economics: Vodafone to launch high-speed mobile data services in Zambia....
*** And In Sports: Shakes Mashaba to face the music for Bafana Bafana's failure to qualify for 2017 AFCON.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** AU Commission seeks more funding for peacekeeping in Somalia...
*** Tributes continue to pour in for boxing legend Muhammad Ali.....
*** In Economics: Nigeria recovers billions of dollars in stolen money and assets...
*** And In Sports: South Africa fail to qualify for 2017 Africa Cup of Nations.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over recent terror attacks against peacekeepers in Mali. ..
*** Turkey's President Recep Erdogan kicks off his state visit to Kenya...
*** UN Envoy speaks out on sexual violence during conflict......
*** In Economics: Lesotho expresses concerns over South Africa's low economic growth....
*** And In Sports: South African athletes fly the flag high in Rome....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Chief expresses outrage at the latest terror attacks in Mali.
*** Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye blocked from appearing in court...
*** In Economics: Nigeria banking shares plunge 8 point 5 percent...
*** And In Sports: Liberia is on the verge of qualifying for Africa Cup of Nations....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** UN Security Council renews South Sudan sanctions.....
*** Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni vows to crack down on corruption...
*** Zimbabwean opposition parties form a coalition....
*** In Economics: Nigeria's quarter one trade account turns negative as oil prices fall...
*** And In Sports: WHO rejects scientists' call to postpone Rio Olympics....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Suspected al Shabaab militants kill three people in Kenya....
*** Former Chadian dictator Hissene Habre sentenced to life imprisonment....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe to introduce local bank notes in October...
*** And In Sports: Junior Springboks are back in camp ahead of the World cup.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Former Chadian leader awaits verdict on charges of Crimes against humanity....
*** Five people sentenced to life in prison for deadly terror attacks in Uganda...
*** In Economics: Mobile money threatens the viability of traditional banks in Zimbabwe....
*** And In Sports: South Africans dominate Comrades Ultra marathon........
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** International Criminal Court Prosecutor briefs the UN Security Council.....
*** Burundi's government welcome the resumption of inter-Burundian dialogue....
*** DRC police fire tear gas to disperse protesters in the capital Kinshasa....
*** In Economics: South Africa await review feedback from rating agencies....
*** And In Sports: South Africa mourns the passing away of former National team coach Ted Dumitru...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Thousands of people march in Harare in support of President Mugabe...
*** UN agencies provide food to families in the Central African Republic....
*** Africans urged to document and teach their own history in schools....
*** In Economics: A delegation of Polish investors in Rwanda to explore investment opportunities.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Olympic body name initial squad for Rio Olympics ....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Three people killed during opposition protests in Kenya ....
*** DRC's opposition leader Moïse Katumbi in South Africa for medical treatment.....
*** In Economics: Kenya's central bank reduces lending rate by 100 basis points....
*** And In Sports: Kenya to amend laws in line with WADA anti doping code....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta lashes out at oppostion leader Raila Odinga over protests....
** Tanzanian President fires minister accused of being drunk in parliament....
** In Economics: Nigeria suspends talks on MTN's Record fine.....
** And In Sports: South African runner Caster Semenya on top form ahead of the Olympics Games...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Secretary General pays tribute to fallen peacekeepers.....
*** Amnesty calls for release of political prisoners in South Sudan...
*** South Africa's Fort Hare university celebrates its 100th anniversary....
*** In Economics: Lesotho to slash prices of basic foodstuffs by 30 percent....
*** And In Sports: South Africa name squad for AFCON qualifier against Gambia.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenyan opposition party vows to continue anti electoral commission protests...
*** South Africa and Qatar set to strengthen bilateral relations...
*** Floods displaces thousands of people in Ethiopia.......
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe opens its 19th bank amidst fears of shrinking economy....
** * And In Sports: Ghanaian side Medeama SC qualify for CAF Confederation Cup group stages....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa lauded for its response to allegations of sexual abuse leveled against its soldiers...
*** Japan pledges to assist Zimbabwe feed millions of villagers facing food shortage....
*** In Economics: Nigerian oil output down 40 percent due to militant attacks on facilities.....
*** And In Sports: Several Moroccan athletes arrested on suspicion of doping.........
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** New documentary reveals alleged CIA role in Nelson Mandela's arrest in 1962...
*** Kenyan police fire tear gas at protesters in the capital Nairobi...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe cuts its economic growth forecast....
*** And In Sports: FIFA president says 2026 World Cup bidding process must be "bullet-proof"....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan returnees face challenges at home.....
*** Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni lashes out at the International Criminal Court ....
*** Ethiopia receives multi million dollar donation from the United States.......
*** In Economics: Nigeria denies report of a plan to devalue the Naira....
*** And In Sports: FIFA President to visit Nigeria ...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Pan African Parliament dismisses assertions that EU funding will compromise its independence.....
*** DRC opposition leader Moise Katumbi to appear in court today.....
*** More reaction to the suspension of Brazil's President Dilma Roussef....
*** In Economics: World economy's low growth trajectory is unlikely to change. ..
*** And In Sports: South African Rugby remains hopeful of bidding for 2023 World Cup....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Tragic stories of suicides and death due to hunger in South Sudan....
*** Tensions in Uganda ahead of Yoweweri Museveni's inauguration...
*** In Economics: Experts gather in Kigali for the World Economic Forum on Africa...
*** And In Sports: South African sprinting sensation Wayde van Niekerk receives much needed boost.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Liberation movements express concerns over attempts by western countries to effect regime change within the southern Africa region.....
*** UN Refugee agency express concern at the Kenyan Government's decision to close two refugee camps...
** In Economics: World Economic Forum gets underway Rwanda..
** And In Sports: South African national under 20 soccer team prepare for African Nations Cup qualifier....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over Kenyan government plan to close refugee camps...
*** UN agency warns of bleak outlook for drought ravaged Zimbabwe
*** South Africa and Venezuela set to boost bilateral relations......
*** In Economics: Nigeria's president finally signs long delayed budget into law...
*** And In Sports: South Africa prepares for World Rugby Sevens Series leg in Paris....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan leaders urged to fully implement the peace agreement....
*** Grenade attack kills at least two people in Burundi's capital Bujumbura...
** In Economics: Ecobank takes steps to reduce non performing loans...
** And In Sports: South African rider wins French Moto3 grand prix.......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** CEO of the African Peer Review Mechanism, says it remains a relevant tool to advance good governance and entrench the rule of law on the continent....
*** Voters in London are heading to the polls to elect a new mayor to replace Boris Johnson...
*** In sports: Festivities lined up in Ghana's capital Accra for the 15th anniversary of the Stadium disaster
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's central bank to enforce the use of the South African rand and the Euro in order to ease severe cash shortages of US dollars in that country...
*** The United States and Russia reaffirm a cessation of hostilities agreement in Syria moments before the UN Security Council met in an emergency session ...
*** In sports: The World Anti-Doping Agency has suspended the accreditation of Africa's only laboratory
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Security Council lifts arms embargo on Ivory Coast....
*** Concerns over the worsening humanitarian situation in Syria...
*** Papa Wemba's body arrives home in the DRC...
*** In Economics: High food prices put Zambian families under pressure ....
*** And In Sports:..Zambian athletes continue preparations for Rio Olympics...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** East African leaders welcome political developments in South Sudan....
*** UN adopts ground -breaking resolutions on peacebuilding....
*** In Economics: World Bank and Nigerian president discuss the country's crisis...
*** And In Sports:...Russia tops WADA's 2014 doping blacklist.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** The International Criminal Court to launch preliminary examination into the situation in Burundi for alleged crimes including rape, murder and torture...
*** The United Nations has confirmed that it is trying to facilitate the return of South Sudanese opposition leader Riek Machar to the country's capital Juba...
*** In sports: South Africa's Sports Minister supsends associations from bidding for major events
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa and Iran agree to increase non-oil trade and investment to a billion dollars by 2020....
*** Faith communities should "join the chorus" in addressing the issue of climate change...
*** In sports: Africans dominate the London Marathon.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** The High Court in Blantyre has adjourned the U$11 million corruption case involving former president Bakili Muluzi...
*** The World Health Organisation, WHO has warned that the yellow fever outbreak in Angola poses a threat to the entire world...
*** In sports: FIFAPresident assures Russia that they will host the 2018 World CUP
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy expresses concerns over the political situation in the Gambia.....
*** Israeli and Palestinian envoys clash at UN Security Council......
*** South African President Jacob Zuma arrives in Namibia for customs union talks.....
*** In Economics: IMF to assist Tunisia with a loan program worth billions of dollars...
*** And In Sports: Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams win Laureus awards…....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Chad oppostion parties prepare for second round of voting....
*** South Sudan rebel leader Riek Machar expected to arrive in Juba today....
*** In Economics: South Africa and Botswana set to boost trade relations....
*** And In Sports: Kenya wins the Singapore Rugby sevens series........
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Rights groups voice concerns over the security situation in Burundi....
*** MDC leader Morgan Tsvangiarai leads anti government march in Harare...
*** South Sudan Rebel Leader Riek Machar set to return home...
*** And In Economics: Anglo American shareholders urged to reject CEO's pay package...
*** And In Sports: Kenya race against time to comply with the World Anti-Doping Agency code ..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN official says Africa is being overlooked by humanitarian aid organizations....
*** Kenyan Constitutional court to hear testimonies of post election violence survivors.....
*** Zimbabwe bestows its highest honour on a South African born woman...
*** And In Economics: South Africa's Finance Minister warns arms manufacturer, Denel....
*** And In Sports: Romania to play DRC AND Ukraine in Euro 2016 warm ups...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** AU threatens to withdraw from the International Criminal Court...
*** South Sudan mediation has officially ended......
*** In Economics: China offers Nigeria a loan worth six billion US dollars .....
*** And In Sports: " DRC replaces Comoros in COSAFA 2016............
- The process of selecting the next UN Secretary General begins today.
- South African opposition party vows to boycott Parliament.
- British Prime Minister David Cameron defends his tax affairs.
- In Economics: Zimbabwe on the verge of taking over Russian-owned Vimpelcom stake.
- And In Sports: South Africa's Under 23 tecnical team prepare to leave for the Olympic draw in Brazil.
- UN Chief expresses concerns over growing number of terror groups.....
- Police chiefs from central African states meet to discuss Boko Haram.
- In Economics: Egypt to reduce spending on fuel subsidies by nearly 43 percent.
- And In Sports: Kenya's Amos Kipruto wins Rome Marathon.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over living conditions for migrants being held in detention centers in Libya...
*** Zimbabwe's war veterans demand more leadership positions in government....
**** In Economics: Burkina Faso's economy to grow by five-point-two percent this year....
*** And In Sports: Kenya handed a one-month extension to comply with the World Anti-Doping Agency code
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Renewed fighting in Sudan's Darfur region displaces thousands of people...
*** Calls for embattled South African president Jacob Zuma to resigns gain momentum....
*** Zimbabwean police block anti human trafficking protest in Harare......
*** In Economics: Nigerian President to sign a loan deal with China...
*** And In Sports: Real Madrid shocked by Wolfsbug in Uefa Champions League...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Cameroon's opposition reject ruling party's attempt to organise early elections....
*** UN confirms fresh allegations of rape against its peacekeepers in the DRC....
*** South African Parliarment to debate President Zuma's impeachment motion....
**** In Economics: South African motorists brace themselves for massive fuel price hike....
*** And In Sports: Kenya set to miss another World Anti Doping Agency deadline....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy says demobilization and security are top priorities in Central African Republic...
*** United States expresses concerns over human rights abuses in Burundi...
*** In Economics: Libyan oil firm NOC says it will work with new unity government...
*** And In Sports: West Indies crowned World Cricket T20 champions
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy briefs the Security Council on the situation in South Sudan.......
*** Kenyan MPs disrupt President Kenyatta's state of the nation address.....
*** South African opposition parties urge ruling ANC to recall President Jacob Zuma....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe expects to raise 22 million US dollars in land taxes....
*** And In Sports: FIFA bans Ivorian Interrnational soccer star for a year ......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South African Constitutinal court to hand down Nkandla judgment today...
*** South Sudan's rebel leader Riech Machar expected to return to Juba next week......
*** UN's refugee agency hails the DRC government........
*** In Economics: South Sudan government urged to invest more in agriculture ...
*** And In Sports: Morocco becomes the first team to qualify for 2017 Africa Cup of Nations.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Experts meet in Geneva to discuss the plight of Syrian refugees.....
*** Task force calls for more transparency in operations of the UN General Assembly president's office...
*** More severe climate patterns expected this year in Southern Africa...
*** In Economics: Africa Sugar Conference gets underway in Mozambique.......
*** And In Sports: Nigeria fail to qualify for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundi's ruling party citicises the Roman Catholic Church...
*** Great Lakes women demand more active role in peace talks......
*** In Economics: Dubai firm makes big natural gas find in Tanzania....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's Super Eagles ready play Egypt in AFCON qualifier....
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Diplomatic row erupts between Morocco and the United Nations......
*** Tensions continue to rise between Burundi and Rwanda .....
*** UN refuses to endorse US claims that genocide has been committed by ISIS in Iraq and Syria....
*** In Economics: Millers Association of Zambia says production of mealie-meal has been constrained....
*** And In Sports: South Africa open their T20 World Cup in India today....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan closes down some of embassies..
*** South African president Jacob Zuma faces fierce criticism over his relationship with the Gupta family.....
*** In Economics: South African Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee meets today ...
*** And In Sports: FIFA CONFIRMS 2010 WORLD CUP BRIBES WERE PAID....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over deadly violence in Western Uganda.....
*** South African Supreme Court dismisses President al-Bashir appeal.....
*** In Economics: Nigeria's telecoms regulator restores services to MTN...
*** And In Sports: International Association of Athletics Federations calls for life ban for first time doping offenders ...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Syrian peace talks get underway in Switzerland..........
*** The 60th Commission on the Status of Women is underway in New York....
*** In Economics: World Trade Organization director kicks off his visit to Lesotho........
*** And In Sports: Former South African Football Association CEO vows to take the association to court...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** African Union Commission urged to establish a Hybrid Court for South Sudan.....
*** UN adopts resolution to combat sex crimes by peacekeepers ..
*** In Economics: Moody's places the ratings of eleven South African regional and local governments under review......
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Under 17 women's football team has its world cup dream in the balance....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US face opposition on tackling sexual abuse by UN troops ....
*** Soiuth African Deputy President says business policy needs to be continuously improved...
*** In Economics South Africa's Trade Minister says AGOA act will create more than 60-thousand jobs....
*** And In Sports: Cameroon announces squad to face South Africa in AFCON qualifier ...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South African President Jacob Zuma wraps up his visit to Nigeria...
*** UN steps up efforts to tackle sexual exploitation by its peacekeepers....
*** Russia to co-operate with Africa to combat drug trafficking.....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's President supports the country's re-engagement with foreign creditors...
*** And In Sports: South African Under-17 women's soccer team, ready for World Cup qualifier against Nigeria....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Nigerian President accuses MTN of fuelling the BOKO Haram insurgency....
*** Roman Catholic Bishops express concerns over Burundi's political crisis....
*** In Economics: South Africa and Nigeria have sign 34 bilateral agreements...
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's caretaker coach hopeful of Nigeria's victory over Egypt....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Cameroon beefs up security in the capital Yaounde.......
*** South African President Jacob Zuma to visit Nigeria.......
*** South Sudan rivals fail to form a transitional government again....
** In Economics: South Africa and Nigeria set to strengthen trade ties......
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's Super Eagles ready for AFCON qualifier against Egypt....
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's former vice president launches a new party....
*** East African leaders prepare to meet in Tanzania....
*** Angola begins its Presidency of the UN Security Council...
*** In Economics: Botswana could sell its troubled 600 megawatt power station...
*** And In Sports: Gabon pulls all stops to prepare for Afcon 2017…..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Leaders agree to bolster peace keeping operations in Somalia...
*** South African president to co-chair a UN health employment commission...
*** Search and rescue operations at a South African mine set to resume.....
*** In Economics: Speculation that Barclays could be withdrawing from Africa gains momentum...
*** And In Sports: Bidding process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to begin soon.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Central Africa Republic interim president ready to hand over power....
*** African Union to deploy human rights observers to Burundi....
*** Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe rejects food aid from gay friendly countries...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari expresses concerns over oil prices.....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria Football Federation will not appoint indigenous coaches again....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** The AU's High-Level Delegation of Heads of State arrive in Burundi's capital, Bujumbura for peace talks...
*** UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-Moon uses his one-day visit to South Sudan to request President Salva Kiir and his principal political and military opponent to establish a Transitional Government of National Unity without further delay...
*** In sports: South Africa's FIFA Presidential candidate Tokyo Sexwale's camp remains cautious ahead of today's FIFA election
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundi's President grants clemency to thousands of prisoners....
*** Concerns over the worsening humanitarian situaton in South Sudan....
*** In Economics: Rating agency points out South African budget speech shortcomings...
*** And In Sports: Michel Platini launches an attack on FIFA Appeals Committee....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Uganda's main opposition leader rejects election results.......
*** Tanzania and Rwanda agree to mend diplomatic relations.....
*** In Economics: Egypt signs 500 million dollar facility agreement...
*** And In Sports: Fifa presidential candidate Gianni Infantino to visit Robben Island...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Vote counting is under way in Uganda elections.....
*** Zambabwean police clash with protesting war veterans....
*** US president Barack Obama to visit Cuba next month...
*** In Economics: IMF start talks with Tunisia over new loan programme....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's AFCON qualifier with Egypt moved....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** People across Uganda begin voting in presidential elections....
*** Former South African President pays tribute to the late Boutros-Ghali....
*** UN Secretary General urges world leaders to attend climate change meeting....
*** In Economics: South Africa at risk of slipping into recession this year....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria Football Federation rings changes to the Super Eagles set-up .....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Tributes pour in for Former UN chief Boutros Boutros-Ghali....
*** South African opposition parties slam President Zuma in parliament....
*** In Economics: Uganda's cabinet approves the sugar bill....
*** And In Sports: Athletics Kenya CEO to temporarily step aside...
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*** Rwanda pledges not forcibly repatriate Burundian refugees...
*** Ugandans prepare to vote in presidential elections....
*** Zimbabwe's first lady Grace Mugabe's mental state questioned....
*** In Economics: Rwanda's construction industry gets a boost.....
*** And In Sports: Tributes pour in for Zambian coach Fighton Simukonda....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Protesters in Burundi accuse Rwanda of backing rebels....
*** South Sudan's rebel leader Riek Machar accepts appointment as vice president...
*** In Economics: Egypt's central bank injects billions of dollars into local banks....
*** And In Sports: Kenyan government steps up its anti-doping fight....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Mixed reactions to President Jacob Zuma's State of the Nation address...
*** Kenyan deputy president William Ruto awaits International Criminal Court ruling....
*** In Economics: Lesotho's economy to grow by three percent..
*** And In Sports: South African Olympic body advises athletes on Zika virus...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US accuses Rwanda of destabilising Burundi.....
*** South African president to deliver state of the nation address today...
*** In Economics: Zimbabweans flock to Zambian town to purchase maize meal...
*** And In Sports: Cricket South Africa names squad for World T20....
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over the humanitarian situation in South Sudan....
*** UN steps up efforts to end female genital mutilation.....
*** In Economics: More South African companies face problems in Nigeria..
*** And In Sports: Third ODI between South Africa and England gets underway this afternoon....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan rival parties fail to form a Transitional Government....
*** UN Security Council condemns North Korea missile launch....
*** In Economics: Lonmin shareholders to vote on deeply-discounted share issue..
*** And In Sports: Tokyo Sexwale continues his bid to be FIFA president....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenyan fighter jets continue to bomb rebel sites Somalia...
*** New project launched to cut food waste....
*** Donor nations pledge to give 11 billion dollars in aid to Syrians...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's Central Bank to tighten exchange controls...
*** And In Sports: Mali to face DR Congo in the finals of the 2016 Chan tournament..
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwe's Prosecutor General Johannes Tomana released on bail....
*** We bring you a report about children born with albinism in Tanzania being targeted for ritual killing ...
*** In sports: ODI Serires kicks off between South Africa and England
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** The UN Secretary General welcomes a decision by the AU Head of State Summit to dispatch a high level delegation to Burundi...
*** Today marks 26 years since former South African president F.W de Klerk's historic announcement in parliament that he would release Nelson Mandela...
*** In sports: he South African Football Association dismisses reports that it's concerned about Tokyo Sexwale's campaign
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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The African Union will not intervene militarily in Burundi
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UN Secretary Ban Ki Moon visits drought stricken areas in Ethiopia
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and US congressmen discuss the adoption of Congolese children with authorities in the DRC
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in our economic news: The South African Automobile Association warns of a fuel price hike...
- and in sport: Football Kenya Federation ordered to get registered and comply with the 2013 Sports Act.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Africa is said to be making progress in women empowerment...
*** The trial of former Ivorian president gets underway...
In Economics: Mexico will today launch a long-delayed tender for one of the largest infrastructure projects...
And in Sport: Lucas Sithole seals another Wheelchair Title for South Africa...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Expectation shifts to the AU summit to provide direction on the Burundi crisis...
*** Nigerian President on his first visit to Kenya...
In Economics: South African president stands firm on new tax laws...
And In Sport: Guinea and Tunisia Qualify for quarter finals of the CHAN Tournament in Rwanda...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Chief warns the Security Council about the danger to the viability of a Palestinian state...
*** Zimbabwe fails to justify mass demolitions...
In Economics: South Africa's Competition Commission moves to clarify its probe into currency trading involving the rand...
And in Sport: Nigeria knocked out of the 2016 African Nations Championship...
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
- 2.5 million people face hunger in Central African Republic.
- Aid agencies appeal for funds to help people in South Sudan..
- SADC gives Lesotho an ultimatum on General Mahao report..
- In Economics: Barclays Bank plans to pull out of Africa..
- And In Sports: Rwanda reach African Nations Championship quarter-finals.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Bodies of Kenyan soldiers killed in Somalia arrive in Nairobi...
*** Burundi's political dialogue gets underway today.....
*** In Economics: Somalia received a pledge of aid for 50 million dollars....
*** And In Sports: Ashleigh Simon leads the ongoing Sunshine Ladies Tour....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN's Secretary General places the question of human rights and good governance at the centre of his plan of action to prevent violent extremism...
*** Air pollution causes traffic chaos in India...
*** In sports: Kenya and Ethiopia occupied top 10 positions in Hong Kong
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Chief says the use of food as a weapon of war in Syria is a war crime...
*** Uganda puts restrictions on journalists covering parliament...
*** In sports: CAF and the Asian Football Confederation to sign a Memorandum of Understanding...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** A UN Security Council visit to Burundi later this month becomes the latest effort by the international community to establish a political process...
*** Zimbabwe is still struggling to secure the services of a hangman to carry out executions...
*** In sports: AB de Villiers eager to lead the Proteas Test team against England
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** William Ruto's defense team is pushing for a ruling of "no case to answer" at the ICC...
*** The UN says evidence "on the ground" indicates that some civilians trapped in the besieged Syrian town of Madaya have been dying from starvation...
*** In sports: The Wanderers Cricket Ground is well prepared for the final test
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*** It's all systems go for South Sudan's Transitional Government...
*** The USA bullies South Africa into accepting its conditions on the AGOA deal...
*** In sports: Proteas coach has confirmed that South Africa will be without Dale Steyn for the third test
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Three South Sudan political groups will share thirty ministries in the country's newly established Transitional Government of Unity...
*** The UN says progress has been made on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender-LGBT ...
*** In economics: The World Bank bank raises concerns about the flagging performance of top emerging economies...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
**** Thousands of refugees have arrived in the DRC after fleeing South Sudan, in what the UN has described as a "disturbing trend".
**** With less than nineteen months remaining before Presidential and parliamentary elections are held in Kenya, President Uhuru Kenyatta's ruling party and Raila Odinga's opposition group, are locked in accusations and counter-accusations.
**** With just a few hours to go before South Africa's ruling party's 104th anniversary, the African National Congress pulled out all the stops to build up momentum ahead of birthday celebrations today
In Economic news...................................... Outstanding issues threatening the renewal of agricultural trade benefits between South Africa and the US have been resolved
And in Sport............................................... IAAF issues lifetime bans to three senior officials over doping cover-ups.......
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*** Burundi dismisses criticism of its security forces.....
*** Somalia beefs up security after foiling a terror plot.....
*** In Economics: Bank of Africa Mali offers shares as part of bourse listing..
*** And In Sports: FIFA's presidential candidates to be grilled by EU lawmakers....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy expresses concern over sexual violence in Syria...
*** World Trade Organisation Conference gets underway in Nairobi....
*** In Economics: South Africa's new finance minister reassures markets at home and abroad....
*** And In Sports: World Anti-Doping Agency officials arrive in Kenya .....
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*** Cameroon army frees 900 Boko Haram hostages......
*** UN urges South Sudan rivals to implement a peace deal....
*** South African appeals court to rule on Oscar Pistorius case....
*** In Economics: China to continue supporting South Africa's efforts to modernise its economy....
*** And In Sports: Fourth test between India and South Africa underway in Dehli...
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*** UN Chief recommends stepped up UN presence in Burundi...
*** Nigerian preacher TB Joshua fails to appear for building collapse trial...
*** Events to mark world Aids Day get underway across Africa...
*** In Economics: Botswana to tap some of the water from the Lesotho Highlands Water Project...
*** And In Sports: Top Kenyan athletics officials suspended...
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*** UN climate change conference gets underway Paris.....
*** Exiled Central African Republic president vows to return home...
*** Concerns over delay to form South Sudan transitional government...
*** In Economics: African governments urged to invest in proper urban planning...
*** And In Sports: Etoile du Sahel beat Orlando Pirates to win Confederation Cup..
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*** Commonwealth leaders summit gets underway in Malta....
*** Thousands celebrate Mass with Pope Francis in Kenya...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's Finance Minister unveils 2016 budget
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Orlando Pirates is travelling to Tunisia for the final leg of the CAF Confederation Cup...
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*** Pope Francis urges Kenyans to work for peace and reconciliation...
*** 40 million youth in Sahel region at risk of radicalization...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's president to decide on MTN's 5 point 2 billion dollar fine..
*** And In Sports: South African Proteas in trouble in the third test against India ...
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*** Pope Francis arrives in Kenya today....
*** South Sudan troops withdraw from the capital Juba....
*** France and US pledge to intensify their fight against terrorism....
*** In Economics: IMF urges Zambia to lower deficit to restore market confidence...
*** And In Sports: India wins the toss and elects to bat in first test against South Africa...
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*** Concerns over increasing violence in Burundi...
*** CAR refugees face difficult living conditions in Cameroon...
*** Arican Union wins prestigious peace award......
*** In Economics: African Development Bank approves100-million dollar agreement...
*** And In Sports: Wayde Van Niekerk wins big at the 2015 South African Sports Awards....
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*** The United States House of Representatives passes a bill that would make it harder for Syrian and Iraqi refugees to obtain legal status in the country...
*** Kenyan threatens to withdraw from the International Criminal Court...
*** In sport: Russsia's athletics federation is already provisionally burned from international competition...
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*** South African says it does not want to be forced to choose between membership of the International Criminal Court and Pan African Commitments...
*** The World Bank says tuberculosis in the mining sector in Southern Africa has reached crisis proportions...
*** In sport: Dick Pound says more must be done to protect whistleblowers...
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*** The UN has expressed its concern about reprisals or further discrimination directed against Muslims...
*** New figures show an epidemic of violence against children across Africa...
*** In sport: Bafana Bafana beats Angola in World Cup Qualifiers
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*** World leaders find themselves occupied by threats of further attacks from ISIS...
*** Environmentalists in South Africa worried about the impact the drought is having on wild life ...
*** In sport: South African national under 23 head coach is expected to name his team soon...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Leaders at the G-20 Summit discuss solutions to deal with the ISIS situation ...
*** Young scholars share their ideas about using the past to push towards progress and breaking stereotypes around HIV /Aids.....
*** In sport: Gabon has become the first African country to qualify for the third round for the FIFA World Cup...
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*** UN calls for political talks to resolve Burundi crisis...
*** South Sudan tribes reject the creation of new states...
*** South Africa's International Relations minister meets her Russian counterpart....
*** In Economics: Southern African Customs Union open new headquarters in Namibia...
*** And In Sports: Tokyo Sexwale make the shortlist for the FIFA Presidency...
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*** France tables a draft resolution on Burundi at the UN....
*** South African President Jacob Zuma begins state visit to Germany...
*** Somalia gets more support from the UN as it prepares for elections...
*** In Economics: Phuthuma Nhleko takes over as MTN Executive Chairman...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Under-23 soccer team to play against Tanzania....
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*** Gunmen kill nine people at a night club in Bujumbura..
*** Efforts to resolve Lesotho political crisis continue....
*** South African president Jacob Zuma to visit Germany...
*** In Economics: Congo starts producing copper at a joint venture mine....
*** And In Sports: Congo's TP Mazembe wins CAF Champions League...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Tanzania's president-elect, John Magufuli, will be sworn in tomorrow as the country's fifth head of state...
*** The current President of the UN Security Council optimistic about peace talks between Israel and Palestine...
*** In sport: South African swimmers end the Doha leg of the FINA/airweave Swimming World Cup on a high ..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Rwanda's Paul Kagame is seeking the help of INTERPOL to track down the 1994 Rwandan genocide fugitives...
*** The UN Mission in South Sudan has confirmed that 20 of its peacekeepers have been freed after being detained for three days...
*** In sport: Six medals for South Africa at the FINA/airweave Swimming World Cup in Doha
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Rwanda's Paul Kagame gets the thumbs up from the country's lower house of parliament to extend his rule beyond a second term that ends in 2017...
*** South Africa's main opposition Democratic Alliance expells its senior parliamentarian over her racial remarks...
*** Tanzania's ruling party retains power after hotly contested elections..
*** AU report reveals shocking abuses in South Sudan....
*** UN welcome the release of kidnapped civilians in Nigeria....
*** In Economics: Moody's lowers MTN group rating outlook to negative..
*** And In Sports: South African soccer giants clash tomorrow in a league match...
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*** Tanzania's ruling party extends its lead as vote counting continue...
*** DRC government urged to increase protection for students...
*** BRICS University Summit gets underway in Moscow....
*** In Economics: South Africa remains one of the top ranked economies in Africa...
*** And In Sports: Former Nigerian international fails in his bid to stand in Fifa presidential elections...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Tanzania's ruling party candidate take an early lead in the elections....
*** UN expresses concerns over rising attacks against Albinos in Africa..
*** South African Deputy president wraps up visit to Cuba......
*** In Economics: India set to increase trade with African countries...
*** And...In Sports: Franz Beckenbauer admits mistake in 2006 FIFA World Cup bid....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Vote counting gets underway in Tanzania after yesterday' presidential elections...
*** India-Africa Summit Forum gets underway in New Dehli...
*** Right groups express concerns over prison conditions in Cameroon....
*** In Economics: South Africa highlights the need for gas generated power...
*** And In Sports: South African businessman is to run for FIFA presidency...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Tanzania's opposition party claim irregularities on the voters roll...
*** South Sudan's warring parties resume talks in Addis Ababa...
*** South African president Jacob Zuma meets his Mozambican conterpart Filipe Nyusi...
*** In Economics: Unclaimed Financial Assets Africa summit moved to April....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's Golden Eaglets ready for a tough World Cup match against Croatia...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Political parties in Tanzania continue efforts to woo voters...
*** South African Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives in Cuba...
*** African leaders prepare for the India-Africa Forum summit.....
*** In Economics: South Africa and Mozambique set to boost trade ties....
*** And In Sports: South African Springboks ready for Rugby World Cup semifinal against New Zealand...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over worsening humanitarian situation in South Sudan...
*** DRC police urged to release Burundian journalist...
*** In Economics: BRICS industry ministers meet in Moscow....
*** And In Sports: Top Nigerian stiker retires from international football...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lesotho army commander files court application to block SADC inquiry....
*** Human Rights Watch expresses concerns over police brutality in Uganda...
*** Oscar Pistorius has been released from prison...
*** In Economics: Australian giant Rio Tinto reports strong rise in iron ore production...
*** And In Sports: Top South African soccer administrator dies....
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*** South Africa suspends its national police commissioner over a shooting that left 44 striking miners dead...
*** Medical experts warn that as many as seventy-percent of prescriptions for antibiotics are inappropriate...
*** In sport: South Africa's Proteas have slumped to a loss at the hands of India in the second one-day international in Indore ..
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*** The ICC still holds South Africa liable for not handing over Sudanese president Omar Al-Bashir....
*** Angola and Botswana start a new era in the bilateral cooperation on agriculture, geology and mining....
*** In sport: South Africa's Banyana Banyana ready for Equitorial Guinea ..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Drones to help protect civilians in South Sudan....
*** Security situation improves across Burundi.....
*** African prosecution chiefs meet in Zambia....
*** In Economics: Zambia's budget deficit to remain elevated...
*** And In Sports: South African tennis star Kevin Anderson breaks into world top 10....
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*** South Africa's President Jacob Zuma eases the nerves of investors ahead of his party's National General Council....
*** Foreign Minister of the Sahrawi Republic says there is a unanimous call from his people for a return to war with Morocco over the occupied territories in Western Sahara.....
*** In sport: The South African female Bantam Weight champion to face off with her Ugandan counterpart..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan rebels condemn the creation of 28 new states...
*** International Criminal Court receives submission from South Africa....
*** Former UN General Assembly president faces corruption charges....
*** In Economics: South Africa's Reserve Bank Governor says the economy will not go into recession...
*** And In Sports: South Sudan to play their first World Cup qualifier today...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundi ruling party slams EU sanctions against four senior members...
*** South Africa asks ICC for more time to explain why it failed to arrest President Al Bashir...
*** UN condemns deadly attack on a hospital in Afghanistan....
*** In Economics: World Bank reduces growth outlook for South Africa....
*** And In Sports: South Africa thrash India by six wickets in T20 international...
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*** Burkina Faso coup leader handed over to government....
*** UN diplomats discuss political situation in Central African Republic...
*** Top French Economist to deliver the Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture...
*** In Economic: Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari takes over the oil ministry...
*** And In Sports: Nigeria moves one step in latest FIFA ranking....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US and Russian military to hold talks to avoid clashing in Syria...
*** UN warns against unilateral policies to tackle migration crisis in Europe...
*** Thousands of people march against corruption in South Africa...
*** In Economic: Namibian firms seek investments opportunities in South Africa...
*** And In Sports: South African Football Association announces partnership with Burger King,...
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*** Kenyan opposition party files a motion to impeach President Uhuru Kenyatta...
*** South Sudan rival leaders blame each other for breaking the cease-fire...
*** Experts say diamonds are fueling violence in Central African Republic...
*** In Economic: South Africa's ruling party denies any involvement in Hitachi- Chancellor House deal...
*** And In Sports: Tonga beat Namibia at the IRB Rugby World Cup....
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** Burundi cabinet council adopts a decree granting amnesty to owners of illegal arms...
*** South Africa pushes for more changes at the UN Security Council...
In Economics: Australia's competition regulator says it is looking into whether VW misled consumers over its emissions claims..
And in Sport: South Africa's U20 football women's team in Zambia ahead of the world cup qualifier against the hosts...
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*** South Africa to launch special dispensation permits aimed at Lesotho people...
*** The Pope has arrived in the US on his world tour...
*** European Union leaders are meeting in Brussels to try to resolve the refugee crisis...
In Economics: China's Huabei Petrochemical Corp receives its first shipment of foreign crude oil from Algeria..
And in Sport: Shakes Mashaba names his squad for upcoming friendlies next month...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Secretary General calls for Burkina Faso's security forces to show restraint following a coup..
*** Kenya marks the second anniversary of the Westgate mall shooting...
*** CITES calls for increased anti-poaching efforts across the illegal rhino horn value chain...
In Economic news: South Africa's inflation data due to be released tomorrow...
And In Sport: It's all systems go for the CAF Under-23 soccer tournament...
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*** The Kenyan Teachers strike enters its fourth week...
*** Heads of State around the world will adopt a new agenda that could change the face of the world as we know it...
*** South African songstress remembered 11 years after passing away...
In Economic news: Tanzania told to do more to fight corruption if it wants to receive a more financial aid package next year...
And In Sport: Springbok coach apologises for a shocking loss against Japan at the Rugby World Cup...
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*** Soldiers crush protests as military seizes power in Burkina Faso...
*** Kenyan human rights group accuses police of murder and torture...
*** In Economic: U.S. Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged...
*** And In Sports: Rugby World Cup kicks off tonight in England.....
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*** South Sudan military commanders meet to discuss the ceasefire...
*** UN to continue negotiations to reform the Security Council....
*** In Economic: South Africa slips further in Economic Freedom Index.....
*** And In Sports: US and Swiss authorities expand their investigations into FIFA corruption...
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*** Lesotho's army chief appears before SADC Commission of inquiry...
*** South Africa's Benedict Daswa has been beatified....
*** Nigerian church collapse victims remembered in Johannesburg..
*** In Economics: Wage talks in South Africa`s gold sector resumes today..
*** And In Sports: Swiss Attorney General to probe contracts signed by FIFA President Sepp Blatter...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** African leaders who refuse to step down face criticism...
*** South African gvernment clarifies its stance on dual citizenship....
*** In Economics: IMF remains committed to backing Liberia's recovery...
*** And In Sports: Ivorian midfielder urged not to retire from international football ...
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*** Sudan urged to end atrocities linked to their troops in Darfur...
*** Mauritian president calls on African governments to embrace good governance...
*** Concerns over attacks on minority communities in the Middle East.....
*** In Economics: South Africa remains confident of reaching five per cent growth target..
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Orlando Pirates ready to play Egyptian giants Zamalek...
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*** US embassy in South Africa issues terror attack warning...
*** Burundi opposition party official shot dead in Bujumbura....
*** South Sudan's rivals accuse each other of violating the ceasefire...
*** In Economics: South African President says progress has been made to bring back stability in the mining industry...
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's Super Eagles beat Niger in a friendly match...
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*** Concerns over the plight of child refugees in Europe...
*** Protection site for foreigners closes in South Sudan.....
*** Experts call for sustainable use of forest resources.....
*** In Economics: Sasol to build a gas to power facility in South Africa....
*** And...In Sports: South Africa to play Senegal in Nelson Mandela Challenge...
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*** Concerns over continuing violence in Central African Republic...
*** US lifts sanctions against three Zimbabweans...
*** World Forestry Congress gets underway in Durban....
*** In Economics: IMF chief urges US Federal Reserve not rush its decision to raise interest rates...
*** And...In Sports: Sierra Leone held Ivory Coast to a goalless draw in AFCON qualifier....
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*** Security situation remains tense in Burundi's capital Bujumbura...
*** South Sudan lawmaker says the peace deal will allow the nation to focus on development...
*** Russia rejects French proposal to limit United Nations veto.....
*** In Economics: Madagascar plans to increase mining royalty fees...
*** And...In Sports: South Africa travel to Mauritania 2017 Afcon qualifier....
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*** South African parliament reject motion to impeach President Jacob Zuma...
*** US Envoy expresses concern over the situation in Burundi...
*** IOM resumes evacuation of South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's Warri oil refinery remains closed.......
*** And...In Sports: South African city of Durban to host 2022 Commonwealth Games...
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*** Concerns over reported ceasefire violations in South Sudan...
*** Speakers of Parliament from around the world meet in New York...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's Aliko Dangote to invest in cement and coal mining in Zimbabwe...
*** And...In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana to play Senegal in Nelson Mandela Challenge...
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*** Exiled Lesotho opposition leader,Tom Thabane refuses to return home...
*** South Sudan rebel leader Riech Machar rules out renegotiating peace terms...
*** In Economics: Concerns over food price fluctuations in South Africa....
*** And in Sports: South African Rugby World Cup squad to be announced today....
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*** Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza calls for unity....
*** South Sudan President Salva Kiir signs peace deal with rebels...
*** South Africa's Deputy president wraps up visit to Japan....
*** In Economics: South African economy could be headed for a recession....
*** And in Sports: South Africans await Rugby World Cup sguad announcement....
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*** South Sudan's President expected to sign a peace deal today.....
*** Efforts to repatriate M23 rebel to the DRC get underway..
*** UN Tourism agency condemns recent terrorism attacks....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe is likely to import more quantities of grain....
*** And in Sports: Namibia to host Cosafa Cup in 2019......
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*** Lesotho Prime Minister signs an agreement with exiled opposition leader....
*** UN Security Council expresses concerns over attacks on gay people....
*** Zimbabwe gets multimillion dollar grant from African Development Bank..
*** In Economics: South Africa's Deputy President allays fears in the Japanese business sector...
*** And in Sports: South Africa ready for decisive one day international against New Zealand...
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*** Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza sworn in for a third term..
*** UN vows to stamp out sexual abuse by peacekeepers in Central African Republic...
*** In Economics: Power blackouts disrupt mining operations in Zambia...
*** And in Sports: South African coach names squad for AFCON qualifier ...
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*** Burundi government urged to resume talks with opposition...
*** UN refugee agency chief calls for more support.....
*** South African government committee meets today to revise visa regulations...
*** In Economics: Botswana revenue collectors strike continues...
*** And in Sports: South African cricket team win series opener against Zew Zealand..
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*** UN chief urges South Sudan's President to sign a peace deal...
*** Concerns over ISIL led violence in Libya...
*** In Economics: Report says South Africa is the second most unequal country in the world....
*** And in Sports: Kwesi Nyantaki re-elected Ghana Football Association President..
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*** South Sudan president Salva Kiir refuses to sign peace agreement...
*** Botswana President Ian Khama takes over SADC chairmanship.....
*** Malawi President Peter Mutharika reshuffles his cabinet....
*** In Economics: Experts warn of more job losses in Zimbabwe....
*** And In Sports: Candidates make final push for IAAF presidential vote....
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*** South Sudan rival leaders expected to sign a final peace agreement...
*** SADC leaders prepare to meet in Botswana's capital Gaborone.....
*** In Economics: Botswana's Debswana opens world class Cattle Judging Ring...
*** And in Sport: Malawi names provisional squad for Swaziland game...
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*** Fighting displaces thousands of people in South Sudan.....
*** UN peacekeeping chief in Central African Republic forced to resign...
*** In Economics: South African mining industry has suffered huge financial loses...
*** And in Sport: South Africa to fight for a semi final place at the Netball World Cup ...
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*** Suspected Boko Haram blast kills at least 47 people in Nigeria..
*** UN peacekeepers accused of killing and rape in Central African Republic..
*** In Economics: South African company ranks among world's top 100 defence manufacturers..
*** And in Sport: South Africa ready for their biggest challenge at the Netball World Cup...
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*** UK court rejects bid to extradite Rwandan spy chief...
*** SADC swears in commission to probe general's death...
*** Cameroon arrests Central African Refugees...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean police block trade union protests over job losses..
*** And in Sport: South Africa beat Wales at the Netball World Cup....
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*** Thousands protest against IGAD's peace proposal in South Sudan...
*** South African opposition party takes President Zuma to court over Nkandla issue...
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe's central bank caps lending rate at 18 percent..
*** And in Sport: South Africa lose opening match of the Netball World Cup....
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*** UN Envoy briefs security Council on the situation in Central African Republic...
*** South Sudan peace talks resume today in Addis Ababa....
*** In Economics: Lesotho government to subsidise farmers to ensure food security...
** And In Sports: South Africa prepare for Rugby Championship clash against Argentina....
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Officials in Cameroon's northern border with Nigeria expel more than 3 000 Nigerians as parts of its war on Boko Haram terrorist group
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Members of the Pan African Parliament say they want to ensure that the parliament is visible and its work is known
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In sport: Springbok team doctor has an update on the fitness of the players
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundi's former security chief killed in a rocket attack.....
*** Lesotho leaders agree to revise SADC Commission of Inquiry terms of reference...
*** In Economics: Canada's First Quantum Minerals to lay off workers in Zambia..
*** And In Sports: South African national soccer team moves a step closer to qualifying for Rio Olympics...
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Central African Republic prepares to hold elections amid ongoing violence...
*** South Sudan warring parties get utimatum to reach peace agreement.
*** In Economics: Kenya's auditor general says a quarter of country's budget is unaccounted for...
*** And In Sports: Zimbabwe Football Association fined by FIFA....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** US president Barack Obama slams African leaders who cling to power...
** Burundi opposition attends parliament opening after disputed elections...
** In Economics: African diplomats hail new free trade pact with the US...
** And In Sports: Congolese player remains hospitalized after spinal injury...
OP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Fear in Somalia after Al-Shabaab annouced that it was planning an attack ....
*** Zimbabwean youths begin construction of the only resource centre meant to benefit young people in the country.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** US President Barack Obama urges Kenyans to ditch bad traditions...
*** Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza wins controversial third term...
*** South Sudan's warring parties urged to respect aid workers...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's president to split state oil company into two entities..
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana to play Angola in World Cup qualifier..
OP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenyans prepare to welcome US president Barack Obama..
*** Cameroon tightens security after deadly suicide bombings...
*** Court reserves judgment on Botswana's foreign inmates ARV case...
*** In Economics: IMF says suggests higher spending to boost global growth....
*** And In Sports: Athletes prepare for the London Diamond League meeting..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy says elections have complicated the political crisis in Burundi..
*** Record number of people are sheltering in UN bases in South Sudan..
*** US President Barack Obama will arrive in Kenya on Friday....
*** In Economics: Zambia's Sawmillers' production decline by 30 percent...
*** And In Sports: South African swimmers ready for the Fina World Championships...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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Vote counting underway in controversial Burundi elections
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South Sudan mediation team meets in Addis Ababa
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Kenyan President dismisses gay rights issue ahead of President Obama's visit
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In Economics: Lesotho launches money transfer service in Lesotho
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And In Sports: Schalk Burger to captain the Springboks against the All Blacks
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Voting is underway in Burundi's presidential elections....
*** Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari meets his US counterpart......
*** In Economics: BRICS development bank starts operation in Shanghai...
*** And In Sports: Fifa to elect its new president next year.. ..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Burundi crisis talks suspended ahead of controversial election...
** Kenya's Westgate mall reopens after deadly terror attack...
** In Economics: Air Madagascar workers end crippling strike action...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Banyana beat Kenya in Olympic qualifier..
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Tanzania's ruling party picks its presidential candidate....
*** Donors Pledge over 3 point Billion dollars for Ebola recovery plan...
*** In Economics: Eurozone leaders meet to discuss bailout deal for Greece....
** And In Sports: South African rugby coach pleased with the Boks' performance..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Security Council briefed on human rights situation in Burundi...
*** Diplomatic row erupt between South Africa and Kenya...
*** Ebola conference to generate funding and solidarity for West Africa...
*** In Economics: Brics countries vow to deepen cooperation...
** And In Sports: Tough All Africa Games draw for Ghana's Under 23 team...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
** Nigeria steps up efforts to tackle Boko Haram militants....
** Burundi's opposition reject parliamentary election results.....
** South Sudan marks its fourth independence day.....
** In Economics: BRICS leaders set to discuss economic integration...
** And In Sports: Sunday Oliseh in line to take over as coach of Nigeria's Super Eagles...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** AU Envoy arrives in South Sudan to revive stalled peace talks
*** SADC lawmakers push for a regional parliament
*** In Economics: Brics Summit gets underway in Russia
*** And in Sports: Athletics Federation of Nigeria invites 50 athletes for All Africa Games
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Rebel attack kills at least 14 people in Northern Kenya.....
*** UN seeks further inquiry on a crash that killed its former chief...
*** Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe reshuffles his cabinet....
*** In Economics: Nigeria Fidelity Bank raises 100 million Dollars via bond issu...
*** And in Sports: South African cycling team starts third stage of Tour de France in 10th position...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lesotho urged to introduce security reforms....
*** SADC urged to establish a regional parliament....
*** SADC Parliamentary Forum gets underway in Durban..
** In Economics: Euro stumbles after a Greek vote against austerity measures....
*** And in Sports: Nigeria sacks national team coach Stephen Keshi....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** The UN in Tanzania says poverty rates in in the country have not come down enough despite strong economic growth....
*** Scores of teenagers from across South Africa pledge to help in the fight against rhino poaching....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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The family of Lesotho's former military commander say they believe his death was a premeditated assassination....
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Excitement from Kenyans as American president Barack Obama heads to their country for the first time as President..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa is in Lesotho on a SADC Troika fact finding mission on the killing of former army commander Maaparankoe Mahao....
*** The UN says the food security situation in the Southern African Development Community remains serious......
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Experts discuss ways to tackle violent extremism in Africa....
*** UN drug agency says Cannabis use is increasing worldwide....
*** In Economics: Gambia rescinds expulsion of businessman accused of Hezbollah ties..
*** And in Sports: Orlando Pirates get their Caf Confederations Cup Group campaign off to a winning start....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Opposition parties in South Africa have questioned why the report of the Farlam Commission has found no one politically responsible for the killing of miners at Marikana. ....
*** Rights group, Amnesty International urges European Union, EU, leaders to ensure effective solutions to meet the growing global refugee crisis....
*** And in sports: Kenyan national Women's volley ball team qualifies for World Volleyball Cup..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
*** A UN Commission of Inquiry report has warned that violations committed under a repressive regime in Eritrea could amount to crimes against humanity....
*** South Africa's ruling tripatite alliance meet for seven days to deal with policy issues...
*** And in sports: India has avoided the white wash against Bangladesh in the third and final one-day international..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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Opposition parties in South Africa's parliament attack the ruling party of the Al-Bashir arrest issue
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Zimbabwe's child rights activists are calling for the immediate resignation of the country's Prosecutor General Johannes Tomana...
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In sports: South African premiership side Orlando Pirates is eager to on AC Leopards in the Confederation Cup Group B clash
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Israel defends its actions after a commision of inquiry finds that both the Jewish state and Hamas may have committed war crimes during last year's conflict in Gaza...
*** The 2015 World Economic Forum, Travel and Tourism report on air transport infrastructure rates Malawi as one of the worst countries globally...
*** And in sports: Brazil reach the Copa America quarter-finals.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... UN envoy steps down as mediator in the Burundi crisis....- African leaders gather in Johannesburg for the AU Summit.... South Sudan reject plans to include non IGAD countries in peace talks.... In Economics: Leaders seek alternative sources of funding for the African Union.. *** And in Sports: Fifa's Director of Communications resigns..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN envoy steps down as mediator in the Burundi crisis....-
*** African leaders gather in Johannesburg for the AU Summit....
*** South Sudan reject plans to include non IGAD countries in peace talks....
*** In Economics: Leaders seek alternative sources of funding for the African Union..
*** And in Sports: Fifa's Director of Communications resigns..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN Envoy briefs the security council on the situation in Ivory Coast....
*** Concerns over violent actions by a pro-government militia in Burundi...
*** Lesotho Prime Minister urges his predecessor to return home...
*** In Economics: South African Airways wants to focus on growing its African network ....
*** And in Sports: FIFA Under 20 World Cup reaches the knockout stage..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN report accuses Eritrea of widespread human rights abuses....
*** South Africa refutes claims that some leaders will boycott the AU summit...
*** UN leaves Israel and Hamas off children's rights blacklist....
*** In Economics: DRC Central Bank cut its 2015 growth forecast....
*** And in Sports: FIFA Women's World Cup gets underway in Canada.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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South Sudan peace talks set to resume in Ethiopia
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UN launches a probe after sexual abuse allegation in Central African Republic
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In Economics: New Cape to Cairo free trade pact to be launched this week
*In Sports: South Africa's Wayde van Niekerk dominates at the Birmingham Grand
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN to launch an independent inquiry into sexual abuses in Central Africa Republic..
*** Boko Haram militants terrorise villagers in Cameroon...
*** Experts say political leadership is needed to fight malaria...
*** In Economics: Nigeria's anti-graft body charges more bankers with currency fraud...
*** And in Sports: African fans express dissapointment at Sepp Blatter's resignation...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan's ruling SPLM to hold re-unification meeting...
*** DRC civil society prepares for national peace dialogue...
*** UN Envoy says Ebola outbreak in West Africa is not yet over...
*** In Economics: World Economic Forum on Africa gets underway...
*** And in Sports: Prince Ali to stand in new FIFA presidency elections...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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UN urges all parties in Burundi to engage in talks to calm tensions
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South African Deputy President arrives in South Sudan for peace talks
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In Economics: UN conference on youth employment gets underway
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In Sports: South African Springboks prepare for the Rugby World Cup
t's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Kenya says no police officer was killed in Al-Shabaab attack
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Concerns over the current humanitarian situation in Burundi
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Efforts get underway in Mali to provide food to three million people
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In Economics: Zambia cuts its power generation by 300 megawatts
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And In Sports: Nigerian striker wins BBC Women's Footballer of the Year Award
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Africa Day celebrations get underway across the continent....
*** South Sudan government probe rights abuses in Unity state....
*** In Economics: Zimbabwean government cancels platinum ore levy.....
*** And In Sports: Togolese football authorities to unveil their new coach....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Ethiopia's electoral body ready to hold elections on Sunday
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South Sudanese rebels seize control of oil-rich town of Malakal
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UN confirms twenty seven cholera related deaths in Tanzania
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In Economics: Concerns over the impact of illicit financial outflows in Africa
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And In Sports: Zimbabwe and Pakistan ready to do battle in the first T20 International
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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AU criticised for failing to take action against Burundi's President
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UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon condemns escalating fighting in South Sudan
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In Economics: Six global banks fined for manipulating foreign exchange rates
*In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana ready to play Botswana in COSAFA Cup
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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South African President Jacob Zuma kicks off a two day state visit to Mozambique
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Efforts to give Pan African Parliament more powers face delay
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Landslides are hampering relief deliveries in Nepal
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In Economics: UN lowers its growth estimate for global economy
*In Sports: Namibia beat Mauritius in Cosafa Cup
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Pan African Parliament opens today in Johannesburg
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South Sudan army refutes allegations of human rights abuse
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In Economics: Chad secures one billion Dollars in debt relief
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And In Sports: Kenyan runners dominate the Cape Town 12 One Run
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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UN Security Council meets to discuss Burundi crisis.....
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Concerns over worsening security situation in South Sudan...
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In Economics: US to renew the African Growth and Opportunity Act..
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And In Sports: Nigeria Football Federation promises huge incentives for the Super Falcons...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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East African leaders condemn Burundi coup attempt
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Ordinary people bear the brunt of conflict in Sudan's Darfur region
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Concerns over the plight of South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia
*In Economics: Kenya Pipeline says cartels are creating artificial fuel shortage
- And In Sports: South African cycling team ready to make history in the Tour de France
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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East African leaders meet to discuss Burundi political crisis
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Fighting forces aid agencies to withdraw from South Sudan
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ICC Prosecutor calls for more action in Libya
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In Economics: Nigeria borrows money to pay government salaries
*In Sports: Comrades Marathon attracts record number of entries
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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African Union defence and security ministers meet in Zimbabwe
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Belgium suspend aid to Burundi after violent crackdown on protesters
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EU foreign policy chief seeks UN help to tackle migrant crisis
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In Economics: Southern Africa faces possible food shortages
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And In Sports: Sixteen players turn up for Bafana Bafana's first training session
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
*** East African leaders prepare to meet to discuss Burundi crisis...
*** UN expresses concern over security situation in Somalia...
*** In Economics: Uganda's oil rush town stuck in the slow lane....
*** And In Sports: South African athlete perfoms well at the Great Manchester run...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Burundi protesters burn a man alive in the capital Bujumbura....
*** EU-Africa Business Forum underway in Belgium.......
*** Kenyan Vice President slammed over homosexuality remarks....
*** In Economics: Grain imports have started trickling into Zimbabwe.....
*** And In Sports: Ghana's Hearts of Oak to play Tunisia's Esperance...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Security situation remains tense in Mali .....
*** Kenya promises not to force Somali refugees home.....
*** Britain goes to the polls today to elect a new government.....
*** In Economics: Zambia and Saudi Arabi set to seal new oil supply deal....
*** And In Sports: Africa's richest man wants to buy Arsenal footbal club....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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Thousands of Burundian refugees arrive in Tanzania
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Armed groups in Central African Republic to release thousands of children
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In Economics: Zimbabwe to import 700 thousand tonnes of maize
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And In Sports: Mixed reactions to CAF Confederatiom draw
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Concerns over escalating violence in Burundi
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Uganda's President critices the UN Security Council
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Children bear the brunt of the conflict in South Sudan
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In Economics: Egypt to attract 20 percent more visitors this year
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And In Sports: Top Egyptian football club Al Ahly fires Spanish coach
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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UN supports reconciliation efforts in the Central African Republic
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Documentary highlights the plight of people with abinism
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In Economics: South Africans told not worry about power supply during winter
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And in Sports: Malawi coach names young side for COSAFA Cup
OP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN urges all parties in Burundi to refrain from acts of violence...
*** SADC countries urged to prioritise industrialisation....
*** In Economics: Botswana farmers told to stop hiring Zimbabweans...
** And in Sports: Kenyan athletics chief to take the doping fight to the IAAF...
OP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Thousands flee Burundi after violent anti government protests...
*** SADC heads of state and government meet in Harare...
*** UN Security Council extends its mission in Western Sahara...
*** In Economics: Libya's civil war forces European companies to write off assets...
*** And in Sports: The world awaits the richest fight in boxing history...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
Police in Burundi clash with anti government protesters
South Sudan denies putting opposition leader on house arrest
UNICEF appeals for more funds to resettle former child soldiers
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In Economics: Ghana blocked from drilling new oil wells in a disputed area
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And in Sports: Ghana to participate in five nation tournament in New Zealand
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South African minister denied visa to visit Palestine....
*** Swaziland's Chief Justice continues to evade arrest........
*** EU leaders increse funding for rescue operations in the Mediterranean...
*** In Economics: Malawi Consumers to boycott South African products...
*** And In Sports: 2015 London Marathon promises to live up to expectations ...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan President urges his rivals to put down their arms...
*** UN chief condemns Xenophobic violence in South Africa ..
*** In Economics: Botswana increases public servants salaries by six percent.....
*** And In Sports: National Basketball Association to play its first game in Africa..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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Ethiopia declares 3 days of mourning for citizens killed in Libya..
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South Africa deploys troops to tackle violence against foreigners..
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Critics slam Kenya's border wall project.....
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In Economics: South Africans told to brace themselves for more power cuts...
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And In Sports: Cricket South Africa launches Africa T20 Cup..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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UN condemns bomb attack that killed UNICEF workers in Somalia
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Concern rising over migrants' death in the Mediterranean
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Zulu king Goodwill Zwelithini slams attacks on immigrants in South Africa
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In Economics: Zambia sets mining royalty tax at nine percent
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And In Sports: Rwanda to host 2015 Cecafa Cup
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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South African Deputy President leads government delegation to Indonesia
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Zimbabwean President condemns xenophobic violence in South Africa
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In Economics: Firms express concern over DRC's proposed tax hike...
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And In Sports: South African wheelchair tennis star Lucas Sithole wins the SA Open...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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UN expresses concern over attacks on foreigners in South Africa...
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Concern over rising political tensions in Burundi.....
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In Economics: South African Airways denies merger talks with Air China....
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And In Sports: Zimbabwe Football Assosiation in financial crisis....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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South African president condemns violence against foreigners
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Violence remains a challenge in the Central African Republic
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In Economics: South African Airways in talks with Air China
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And In Sports: South African sprinter banned for refusing to take doping test
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UNHCR urges Kenya not to close Dadaab refugee camp....
*** UN approves arms embargo against Yemen rebel leaders...
*** In Economics: IMF cuts growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa...
*** And In Sports: Zimbabwe Football Assosiation given ultimatum to pay coaches...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... * Nigeria marks first anniversary of Boko Haram schoolgirl kidnappings
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Malawi orders police to shoot in a bid to protect albinos
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Election campaigns gain momentum in the UK
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In Economics: Oil prices show little sign of returning to former highs
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And In Sports: Zimbabwe Football Assosiation to appoint a new coach
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Central African Republic warring factions sign a peace deal
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Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe wraps up visit to South Africa
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In Economics: Zambia Chamber of Commerce criticize government policy
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And In Sports: South Africa slip down 5 places in the latest Fifa world rankings
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lack of resources hampers humanitarian aid in South Sudan...
*** South and Zimbabwe sign five bilateral agreements...
*** Africa-Nordic Ministerial Meeting gets underway in South Africa...
*** In Economics: South Africa's power utility locks workers out of Medupi power station...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's national team coach happy with AFCON 2017 draw....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Kenyans demand better security after another deadly terror attack...
*** Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe kicks off state visit to South Africa...
*** UN expresses concerns over the security situation in Yemen....
*** In Economics: Botswana's Morupule Colliery seals supply deals with South Africa and Namibia...
*** And In Sports: CAF president Issa Hayatou to stand for another term.....
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** World leaders congratulates Muhammadu Buhari for winning Nigeria's presidential election....
*** Amnesty International urge DRC to release human rights activists...
*** South African President Jacob Zuma meets his Algerian counterpart in Algiers...
*** In Economics: IMF applauds Zambia's efforts to resolve tax issues....
*** And In Sports: Formula 1 Champion accepts a challenge from South African rally driver....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Observers say elections in Nigeria were generally credible
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Fierce fighting erupts in South Sudan's Unity state
** In Economics: South Africa and Algeria to boost trade relations.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa call up Du Preez for Tokyo Sevens rugby tournament....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Nigerians await presidential election results......
*** Experts express concern over illegal trade in wildlife.....
*** In Economics: Zambia and Zimbabwe to build new power stations...
*** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana share the spoils with Nigeria again.......
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Nigeria wraps up presidential election campaign...
*** Lesotho's new cabinet to be to be sworn today....
*** In Economics: Embattled South African power utility receives full support from government...
** And in Sports: Nigeria offers coach Stephen Keshi a new contract...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
- Zimbabwe says it will block all attempts to have Cecil John Rhodes repatriated to Britain
- UNHCR and the Moral Regeneration Movement hold a round table discussion
- South Africa's public Enterprise minister in the dark about a vote of on confidence on Eskom's Chairperson
- In Economics: Eskom Board to meet again next week
- in Sports: The second ICC World Cup semi final Between India and Australia is underway
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
*** WFP expresses concern over food shortages in South Sudan...
*** Experts meet in Kigali to discuss Intra-Regional Migration.......
*** Russia's bid to stop UN staff benefits for gay couples fails.....
*** In Economics: IMF to provide US$18,1 million dollars to Malawi....
*** And In Sports: Nigeria's Super Eagles confident of beating Ugandan Cranes....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** United Nations urges Nigeria to conduct credible elections....
*** South Sudan rebel group releases more that 300 child soldiers....
*** In Economics: IMF completes reviews of Malawi's economic performance...
*** And In Sports: Play resumes between New Zealand and South Africa...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Tensions remain between the DRC government and UN Mission...
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UN Security Council condemns escalating violence in Yemen...
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Malawi President Peter Mutharika declares his assets...
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In Economics: Ghana seeks bridge financing to redeem domestic debt...
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And In Sports: Nigeria beat Senegal to win the African Youth Championship..
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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World leaders condemn attack on Tunisia's Bardo Museum
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UN Envoy briefs Security Council on the situation in the DRC
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In Economics: South Africa's power utility applies for further increase in tariffs
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And In Sports: Cricket World Cup quarter final between Australia and Pakistan underway
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Concerns over the security sitation in Africa's Sahel region....
*** UN urges Israeli new government to continue with the Middle East peace process....
*** Expelled MDC MPs to challenge the decision in court....
*** In Economics: New report says African cities continue to expand ...
*** And In Sports: India take on Bangladesh in the quarterfinal of the ICC Cricket World Cup...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN moves closer to pulling peacekeepers from Sudan's Darfur region...
*** Security Council faces criticism for failing to end impunity for crimes in Syria...
*** Experts say women play a critical role in reducing disaster risk.....
*** In Economics: Rwanda's economy grew by 7 percent in 2014...
** And In Sports: World Cup quarter final match between South Africa and Sri Lanka underway in Australia...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lesotho's Prime minister elect to be inaugurated today....
*** Conflict erupts between legislators in Malawi...
*** DRC security forces arrest at least fourty activists...
** In Economics: BHP Billiton put far less debt than expected into its South32 spin-off....
** And In Sports: Ethiopian distance-running pulls out of next month's London Marathon..........
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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Cameroon denies executing Boko Haram suspects
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Iran nuclear talks set to resume in Switzerland
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Tributes pour in for late South African minister Collins Chabane
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In Economics: African seed index raises bigger yield hopes for farmers
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And In Sports: Uganda's Thomas Ayeko regains top cross country title
OP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** AU faces criticism for deferring a report on human rights abuses in South Sudan...
*** Zimbabwe's civil society demand the release of kidnapped activist...
*** Experts gather in Japan for the UN Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction...
*** In Economics: GlaxoSmithKline launches a share sale in South Africa.....
*** And In Sports: Ghana and Mali qualify for FIFA under 20 World Cup....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Experts discuss issues hampering peace and security in Africa....
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Heated arguments erupt again in the South African parliament....
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In Economics: Orange Botswana to introduce 4G MiFi dongle...
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And In Sports: South Africa posts 341 for 6 against the United Arab Emirates....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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Zambia's president Edgar Lungu arrives in Johannesburg for specialist treatment
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Former United States First Lady Hillary Clinton says she believes the full participation of women and girls is the great unfinished business of the 21st Century
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And in sports: Paris Marathon revives Kenya, Ethiopia Rivalry.
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*** East African leaders meet in Kigali to discuss regional integration..
*** SADC ministers discuss response to natural disasters...
*** In Economics: South African Union rejects Eskom's plan to sell assets....
*** And In Sports: South Africa face Ghana in their African Youth championship opener...
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- UN Security Council to impose targeted sanctions in South Sudan.
- Lesotho Constitutional Court dismisses a case against King Letsie the Third.
- In Economics: Nigeria's main cities face acute petrol shortages.
- And In Sports: South Africa ready to play Mexico in the Cyprus Women's Cup.
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*** Security experts from Cameroon and Nigeria meet in Yaounde.....
*** Four women and nine children have been released by LRA rebels...
*** In Economics: Unilever Malawi is closing down its business operations...
*** And In Sports: FIFA presidential candidate proposes a 48 team World Cup...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
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SADC election observer mission begins work in Lesotho
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Armed forces in South Sudan urged to release child soldiers
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UN expresses concern over deaths of albino children in Tanzania
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In Economics: Nigeria's Central Bank scraps currency auctions.
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And In Sports: Morocco appeals CAF Ban to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** UN continues to cooperate with the DRC military....
*** South African President Jacob Zuma faces harsh criticism...
*** UN Security Council resolution backs new Ukraine ceasefire deal......
*** In Economics: South Africa urged to consider nuclear power generation...
*** And In Sports: Rwanda to host the 2016 African Nations Championships..
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*** Education in Nigeria in a bad state due to Boko Haram attacks...
*** South Africa said to be a heaven for terrorism....
*** And in sports: Cote d' Ivoire through to the AFCON finals
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*** Lesotho Attorney General sues King Letsie the Third.....
*** UN Secretary General welcomes AU force to fight Boko Haram....
*** Large-scale trials of Ebola vaccines begin in Liberia...
*** In Economics: South Africa's Sibanye agrees with unions to cut fewer jobs at Cooke mine...
*** And In Sports: Tunisia faces heavy punishment after their players attacked the referee....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** African Union to send troops to Nigeria to tackle Boko Haram....
*** UN says women and girls face unacceptable violence in conflicts...
*** In Economics: Algeria's Skikda plant shut down liquefied natural gas unit....
*** And In Sports: Ghana and Ivory Coast march into Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** AU Council meets to discuss ways to tackle Boko Haram....
*** WHO urges Ebola hit countries to intensify surveillance.....
*** In Economics: Malawi likely to miss 2015 economic growth forecast....
*** And In Sports: Ivory Coast qualify for Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** South Sudan militant group to release three thousand child soldiers
*** African leaders prepare for AU Summit in Ethiopia....
*** In Economics: The World Bank warns Sub-Saharan economies that rely on capital inflows.....
*** And In Sports: South Africa and Senegal crash out of the Africa Cup of Nations...
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- UN Commission of Inquiry recommends an International Criminal Tribunal for Central African Republic
*Police continue to maintain heavy presence outside Zambia's national results centre
*Rotary International commits eighteen-point-five million US dollars for polio eradication initiatives
*In Economy news: Oil prices dipped ahead of the announcement of a bond-buying by the European Central Bank..
- And in sports: Fans and police clash at AFCON match .....
- Polling stations open in Zambia while security is beefed up for today's presidential election.
- South Africa sends more health workers to assist the Ebola-hit Freetown in Sierra Leone.
- And in sports: A disappointing start for South Africa's Bafana Bafana at the Africa Cup of Nations.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Authorities in Malawi still battling to deal with the flood situation..
*** UNICEF supports an anti-malaria campaign targeting 2-point-4 million people in the country..
*** And in sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana ready for Algeria tonight.
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Amnesty International releases satellite images of the towns of Baga and Doron Baga showing the devastation caused by Boko Haram.
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A meeting between SADC health ministers and the private sector recommends the creation of a regional health trust to tackle Malaria, TB and HIV/AIDS.
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Human rights organisations in Zimbabwe concerned about forced removals by the country's first lady Grace Mugabe
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Showdown looms in South Africa's parliament as opposition EFF threatens to disrupt the president's speech
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And in Sports: West Indies and South Africa to play their last T20 game
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Millions march in central Paris against last week's terror attack...
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South Africa assumes the chair of the Group of 77, but how will this benefit Africa?...
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And in Sports: West Indies beats the Proteas in the T20 series
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Good Morning and Welcome to Africa RISE AND SHINE. This is Channel Africa, the voice of the African Renaissance, broadcasting live from Johannesburg in South Africa. We are on the frequencies 7230 kilohertz on the 41 metre band to Southern Africa and 15255 kilohertz on the 19 metre band to Far West Africa. I'm Lulu Gaboo,...in studio with Amanda Matshaka, Thabiso Lehoko, and Mosibudi Makhura
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lesotho political parties sign electoral pledge...
*** UN denies reports that its planning to create a protectorate in South Sudan...
*** Health experts meet in Geneva to discuss Ebola crisis.......
*** In Economics: Co-op Bank of Kenya to cut 160 jobs...
*** And in Sports: EQUATORIAL GUINEA READY TO HOST AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS.....
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
*** President Robert Mugabe appoints Emmerson Mnangagwa as his deputy...
*** Cameroon police quash planned protests against new anti terror law....
*** In Economics: The world faces the prospect of massive job losses....
*** And in Sports: World athletics governing body responds to latest doping claims...
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe fires his deputy Joice Mujuru...
*** Somali forces arrest more than 60 Al Shabab rebels.....
*** In Economics: Power challenges to affect manufacturing sector growth in South Africa....
** And in Sports: HSBC Rugby Sevens Series to be held in South Africa this weekend
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*** President Robert Mugabe accuses his deputy of plotting to unseat him..
*** Stranded Ethiopian migrants return home from Tanzania.....
*** Liberians urged to remain vigilant in their efforts against Ebola outbreak...
*** In Economics: Airtel Rwanda supports Tanzania evictees in Nyagatare...
** And in Sports: South African NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM coach happy with AFCON draw.....
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Lesotho parliament adopts motion to close parliament...
*** South African President visits China to boost bilateral relations...
*** In Economics: Mali to receive assistance from International Monetary Fund....
** And in Sports: Australia bids farewell to late cricketer Phillip Hughes....
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NGO launches campaign to mark World Aids Day
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Observers declare Namibian elections free and fair
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UN peacekeepers raise concerns in Mali about working conditions
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In Economics: Uganda's GDP expands by 13 percent
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And in Sports: Portia Modise crowned South African Sports star of the year
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Namibia's election commission ready for general elections.
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Palestinian president kicks off his visit to South Africa.
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In Economics: South African Minister announces Eskom's financial and operational recovery plan.
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And in Sports: Liberia appoints new national soccer team coach.
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East African countries launch joint military force.
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UN chief urges Israel and Palestine to resume peace talks.
*** Debate on federalism continues in Malawi.
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In Economics: Zambia fails to create decent jobs despite growth.
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And in Sports: Russian city could lose the right to host World Cup matches.
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Kenyan forces attack rebel positions in Somalia.
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UN Envoy expresses concern over humanitarian situation in South Sudan.
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In Economics: Nigeria to cut petrol subsidy by half in 2015.
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And in Sports: South Africa to host COSAFA Senior Challenge Cup.
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Various world leaders, renowned sports administrators, and athletes are determined to fight racism and discrimination in sport and in society in general
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The embassy of Germany in the Democratic Republic of Congo says it's working hard to boost cultural relations between the two countries.
- Some of the family members of those who lost their lives in Lagos, Nigeria after a building collapse in September, say although it's difficult to come into terms with their loss, they are glad that they died in the hands of the Lord.
In Economic news..... South Africa's Metalworkers union NUMSA says it has received a convincing mandate from its Western Cape province members and other affiliates, to forge ahead with plans to form an organisation that will be an alternative to the ANC
And in Sport... The Fourth One day International between South Africa and Australia is currently under way
Top stories this hour:
- South Africa and Botswana cement their ties
- South Africa's main opposition party the Democratic Alliance wants President Jacob Zuma to answer questions in Parliament
- Malawi has launched an exercise providing free screening for cervical cancer to women
- In Economics: An export conference for emerging entrepreneurs has kicked off in Durban
- In Sport: Defending Champions of AFCON Nigeria have been booted out of next year's competition
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*** Zimbabwe's vice President lashes out at her critics....
*** Israeli and Palestinian leaders urged to make compromises for peace
*** In Economics: Zimbabwe bank to issue bonds for power upgrade...
... And in Sports: Top football stars join forces to fight Ebola...
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Britain threatens to impose more sanctions against Russia...
*** 74 South African bodies returned from Nigeria...
*** In Economics: G20 leader agree on a plan to boost economic growth....
*** And IN Sports: South Africa beat Sudan to qualify for Africa Cup of Nations...
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Attacks on aid workers in Central African Republic threaten relief efforts.
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Botswana President refutes claims that his government does not respect rule of law.
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South African Parliament adopts controversial Nkandla report....
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In Economics: G20 leaders prepare to meet in Australia.
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And In Sports: DRC ready to face Cameroon in AFCON qualifier.
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In the programme today: - Tuareg rebels have made more advances in northern Mali, seizing the towns of Kidal and Menakal - Russia and China vetoe a resolution of the UN Security Council that would have allowed the ICC to investigate and prosecute war crimes in Syria - The Nelson Mandela Foundation unveils a new book about former South African President, Nelson Mandela
In the programme today:
- Malawians go to the polls in an election in which 11 candidates are vying to unseat President Joyce Banda
- Mali's President vows to step-up the military's presence in the rebel controlled northern town of Kidal
- A pledging conference opens in Norway, to support the most vulnerable in South Sudan
In the programme today:
- Clashes between Christian and Muslim fighters in Central African Republic leaves 31 people dead
- Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, has reportedly proposed a raft of reforms including setting a two-term presidential limit
- UNESCO and the Tanzanian government report that more than 30 million children in Africa are out of school
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The US is flying surveillance missions over Nigeria to help find almost 300 schoolgirls kidnapped by militant group, Boko Haram
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Jordan's kidnapped Ambassador to Libya has been freed by his captors
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Criminal law expert in South Africa, Laurie James, supports the State's bid to have murder accused, Oscar Pistorius sent for psychiatric observation
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Police in Rwanda arrest 4 people for threatening state security.... Zimbabwe's MDC party plans anti government protests..... In Economics: Zimbabwe's wireless network operator Econet seeks a local partner.... And In Sports: Ugandan boxers set to return to the big stage ...
In the programme today: - Islamic sect Boko Haram kills at least 60 people in northern Nigeria - Vote counting has started in Guinea-Bissau after a heavy turnout in yesterday's legislative and presidential elections - Australian officials leading the search for the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 say they have detected an oil slick in the Indian Ocean.
In the programme today:
- Doctors Without Borders expresses concern over fighting in the Eastern DRC
- A Nigerian Islamic group has accused the military of executing Muslims across the country on the pretext of counter-terrorism
- The UN Security Council is expected to adopt a resolution authorizing the deployment of peacekeepers to Central African Republic
In the programme today:
- The ongoing conflict in the Central African Republic creates food insecurity for one-point-six million people
- Guinea's Health Ministry says the death toll from the Ebola virus epidemic has risen to 95
- The justice and constitutional development department in South Africa has reiterated that murder accused, Shrien Dewani's security will not be compromised
In the programme today:
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UN chief, Ban Ki Moon pays tribute to the people of Rwanda, on the 20th anniversary of genocide
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Sudan to free some political prisoners and allow political parties to be active without restrictions, as part of national reconciliation efforts
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The death toll in an attack by Fulani herdsmen on a village in northern Nigeria's Zamfara State rises to 79 from 30
In the show today: - South Africa and Rwanda to hold direct talks to discuss the ongoing diplomatic spat between the two countries - UNHRC Office slams the death sentences given to 528 people in Egypt - The search for debris from the missing Malaysian airliner resumes in the southern Indian Ocean
In the programme today:
- Cote d' Ivoire's main opposition party has accused President Alassane Ouattara of using a new census to boost his re-election chances
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Three al-Qaeda supporters have been killed during a police operation in Tunisia
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has pressed forward with the procedure for bringing Ukraine's Crimea region into Russia
In the programme today:
- Former Libyan Prime Minister, Ali Zeidan has fled the country to Europe following his diposal
- Egypt's military destroys over a thousand smuggling tunnels under its border with the Gaza Strip
- South Africa's Independent Electoral Commission to announce the total number of parties that have registered for this year's general elections
In the programme today:
- The Libyan parliament ousts Prime Minister, Ali Zeidan
- The UNHRC demands an immediate halt to the attacks on unarmed civilians in South Darfur in Sudan
- The murder trial of South African paralympian, Oscar Pistorius continues
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In the programme today:
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Oscar Pistorius will stand trial for murder in the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria
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Dozens of protesters storm Libya's interim parliament building in the capital, Tripoli
-The United Nations warns of a looming food crisis in the Central African Republic
In the programme today: - The UN Security Council is being urged again to refer the Syrian crisis to the International Criminal Court - Libyan authorities are being urged to do their utmost to put an end to instability and insecurity in the country - The African Union says talks between the Sudanese government and SPLM-N rebels will resume this week
In the programme today - The European Union to pronounce on financial aid for the Zimbabwean government - Libya's Prime Minister Ali Zeidan has announced a compromise with the country's militia groups - Egyptian authorities have charged four people with forming a spy ring for Israel
In the programme today:
- CAR militia leaders arrested
- Gunmen kill hundreds in northeast Nigeria
- Obama warns Museveni over anti gay bill
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Algerians begin three days of national mourning, following one of the country's deadliest air disasters
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The Intergovernmental Agency for Development, IGAD, advises Uganda to start withdrawing its military presence from South Sudan
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The European Union expected to lift most of its remaining sanctions against Zimbabwe this month
In the programme today:
- Peace talks between the government and opposition forces in Syria resume in Geneva
- A weekend of violence and looting in the Central African Republic's capital, Bangui, leaves at least eleven people dead -Former Congolese rebel leader, Bosco Ntaganda to appear at the International Criminal Court at the Hague in the Netherlands today.
In the programme today:
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France is likely to extend its military mission in Central African Republic
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Survival International launches a worldwide advertising campaign highlighting Botswana's persecution of Africa's last hunting Basarwa people
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Tens of thousands of people in Nigeria are missing out on vital services because of the conflict :The Red Cross
In the programme today: - A group of soldiers in Central African Republic's capital execute a man they suspected of having been a rebel - Egyptian Army Chief, Field Marshal Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to run for President - Rwanda's opposition and human rights groups calls on the Rwandan government to stop attacks on exiled opponents
In the programme today:
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Violence claims more lives in the Central Africa Republic
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The UN Security Council calls on Mali's government and rebels to conclude talks as soon as possible
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US President Barack Obama invites Tunisian Prime Minister, Mehdi Jomaa to visit Washington.
In the prgramme today:
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The Syrian peace talks to expected to wrap up
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African Development Bank President, Dr Donald Kaberuka says Africa needs political and technical management to deal with fragile countries on the continent
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Uganda's government plans to double expenditure on anti-retroviral drugs, in an effort to reverse a worsening trend in HIV infections
In the programme today:
- The UN warns of a humanitarian catastrophe in south-eastern DRC
- At least eight militants have been killed in an attack by the Egyptian military in the northern Sinai Peninsula
- The joint UN and Arab League Envoy for Syria, Lakdhar Brahimi does not expect substantive progress in Syrian peace talks taking place in Geneva.
Top stories today:
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Lack of communication between rebels and their leaders "hampers" the ceasefire in South Sudan
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Boko Haram shoots dead more than 60 people in two separate attacks in North-East Nigeria
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The UN Security Council adopts a resolution on terrorist kidnapping for ransom
In the Programme today:
- Aid agencies welcome the signing of a ceasefire in South Sudan
- UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon welcomes Tunisia's adoption of a new constitution
- Negotiations between Gift of the Givers and Al Qaeda militants keeping South African teacher hostage in Yemen are severely strained.
In the progamme today:
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Central Africa Republic's new Interim President, Catherine Samba-Panza set to take the oath of office
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A new project to establish best practices for tackling stunting has been launched in Malawi
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South Africa signs a formal agreement with the British Council to work together to help improve the teaching of English to young children
In the programme today:
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Syrian peace talks begin in Switzerland, with officials expressing little hope of a major breakthrough
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The UNHRC adopts a resolution to appoint an independent expert to investigate the human rights situation in the Central African Republic
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Australia accused of human rights atrocities against refugees by the Human Rights Watch.
In the programme today:
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South Africans living abroad will for the first time be granted permission to vote
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We find out how the Red Cross is assisting people in Haiti four years after a devastating earthquake
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And in Sports: Burundi and Gabon share spoils in their CHAN clash in Polokwane
In the programme today:
- The number of wounded people in the violence in Central Africa Republic continues to rise
- Africa needs a progressive scholarship to bring about change says Thabo Mbeki
- Tight security for CHAN 2014 in Limpopo South Africa
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in the programme today:
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More than 90-000 people are expected to attend the official memorial service of former President Nelson Mandela
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The South African government puts strict security measures in place, ahead of the arrival of international visitors and royalty for President Nelson Mandela's funeral
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France deploys 1600 troops to the Central African Republic after the U.N. Security Council's authorisation to use force to help African peacekeepers struggling to restore order.
In the programme today:
- More than 200 French troops arrive in the Central African Republic
- The United Nations to fly surveillance drones over eastern DRC for intelligence-gathering purposes
- Health disparities between rich and poor nations could be banished in a generation Global health experts
In the programme today:
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Scores of insurgents killed by Air strikes on Boko Haram camps in north-east Nigeria
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Yemen admits being in violation of the International Mine Ban Treaty
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UNICEF says mother-to-child transmission of HIV has been dramatically reduced over the last seven years
In the programme today: - Clashes erupt in Benghazi between the Libyan army and Islamists wounding several people - Supreme Court of Appeals to rule in Zimbabwe torture case - The United Nations Refugee agency reiterates its support for the voluntary repatriation of Somali refugees
In the programme today:
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Mozambique's National Election Commission is to withhold election results from Nampula in the north of the country.
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Nigerian legislators have approved a six-month extension for the state of emergency that is governing the country's northeastern states.
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has persuaded the Palestinian peace negotiations team to return to the job.
In the show today:
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Mozambicans cast their ballots in local elections today, amid concerns that an upsurge in political violence will marr the voting
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Plans are at an advanced stage for the roll-out of a cervical cancer vaccine in South Africa to thousands of school girls next year
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The United Nations has called on the international community to help break taboos around toilets
In today's programme:
- Gambia cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan with immediate effect
- UN Security Council expected to make a decision on the AU's request for the trial of Kenyan President
- Nigeria's Anambra state goes to the polls this weekend to elect a new governor
In the programme today: - A humanitarian flash appeal in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines is only 13 percent funded. - Hundreds of people are feared dead after a rare tropical cyclone hit northern Somalia - U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says the conflict in Syria is having a serious impact on neighboring Lebanon
Top stories today:
- No clarity from UN Security Council regarding ICC trial of Kenya's President
- President Jacob Zuma denounces the decision by Mozambique's opposition leader not to have peace talks with the country's President
- UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki Moon praises Burkina Faso's efforts to achieve the anti-poverty goals
Top Stories today:
- UN troops will help reinforce the DRC's borders to stop rebels and arms crossing into Rwanda after the defeat of M23
- International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor claims she has evidence of individuals who tried to bribe witnesses in the Uhuru Kenyatta case
- At least eight Syrian security personnel have been killed in a car bomb attack on a military intelligence headquarters in the south
in the programme today:
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Debate on the Lake Malawi border dispute between Lilongwe and Dodoma refuses to die
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Angolan President, Jose Eduardo dos Santos has condemned "the acts of violence carried out by RENAMO in Mozambique"
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The M23 rebel group blamed for killing scores of civilians in eastern Congo over the last year have announced it was ending its rebellion
In the programme today: - Nigerian Islamic militant leader, Abubakar Shekau has claimed responsibility for the blasts that killed at least 127 people
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President Jacob Zuma calls for stability in DRC and the Great Lakes region
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China expresses concern at the current pace of negotiations in convening the Geneva II peace conference on Syria
In the programme today:
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Egypt's deposed President Mohammed Morsi goes on trial today
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The Congolese army has driven the M23 rebels out of the eastern part of the DRC
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South Sudan's controversial opposition leader Lam Akol has returned home
in the programme today:
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The judges presiding over the trial of nearly three dozen members of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood have stepped down
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A cholera outbreak in Nigeria has killed at least 75 people
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More than 3 million people globally are infected and living with tuberculosis but are not aware of it
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In the programme today:
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A team of investigators is in South Sudan's Jonglei state to probe Sunday's deadly attack that resulted in many deaths and injuries
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Central African Republic's neighbours are meeting in Chad to discuss boosting an African peacekeeping force
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There are reports of suspected polio cases in Syria
Top Stories Today:
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Suspected Boko Haram gunmen dressed in military uniform have killed 19 people near the Nigerian border with Cameroon
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A retrial of former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak resumed in a closed-door session at the weekend in which top security officials gave testimony
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UN-Arab League envoy for Syria Lakhdar Brahim says peace talks are in doubt unless a "credible opposition" takes part.
In Today's Programme:
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French President, Francois Hollande arrives in South Africa for a two-day state visit, in which he is set to push for greater cooperation on African crises
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Egyptian security forces are on high alert on the Suez Canal following threats from Al-Qaeda
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Twenty people, including fifteen young children, have reportedly died when a boat on the Niger river broke up near the central Malian city of Mopti.
Top Stories Today:
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Former Libyan rebels say they kidnapped Libya's Prime Minister over an al-Qaeda capture
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The United States has suspended deliveries of major military hardware and cash assistance to Egypt
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Eritrean authorities are being urged to release eleven Members of Parliament.
Top Stories Today:
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A joint team of UN and international inspectors have begun to oversee the process of dismantling and destroying Syria's chemical weapons production programme
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UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, strongly condemns Sunday's violence in Egypt, where more than fifty people were killed in clashes between the government military and the Muslim Brotherhood
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South African Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu says he feels "sorry for God", as he celebrates his 82nd birthday.
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Amnesty International criticises attacks on schools in northern Nigeria
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The death toll from the sinking of a migrant boat near the southern Italian island of Lampedusa has risen to 110 with the toll expected to rise even higher
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Egypt's interim government has announced plans to seize the assets of the Muslim Brotherhood
Top stories today:
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Nigeria marks 53 years of independence with little to celebrate
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Kenya's President, Uhuru Kenyatta tells Somali leaders to put their house in order
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The White House rejects a Republican plan to re-open portions of the US government.
Top Stories Today:
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Somalia's al-Shabaab Islamists denies any involvement of women in the attack on Nairobi's Westgate shopping mall
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Nigeria takes measures to improve security around schools, following the killings of forty college students at their dormitory
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European Union observers say Guinea's long-delayed elections passed calmly
Top Stories today: - Kenya's security services have arrested another suspect in connection with the deadly four-day Westgate mall siege
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Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nabil Fahmy has announced parliamentary and presidential elections will be held next year as scheduled in the country's political road map
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Cameroon voters head to the polls for legislative and local polls
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR...
*** Death toll in Kenya's mall attack rises to 69......
*** World leaders set to discuss issues facing people with disabilities...
*** And in Sports: South Africa's Orlando Pirates reaches Champions League semi-finals.
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TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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ICC adjourns trial of Kenyan vice president William Ruto and radio presenter Joshua Arap Sang
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Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe swears in new cabinet
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South Africa marks 36th Anniversary of Steve Biko's death
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In Economics: Malawi earns 361 million dollars from tobacco sales
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In Sports: Egypt completes group stage of 2014 Brazil World Cup qualification
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
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Ethnic clashes displace thousands of people in Kenya
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Kenya's Vice President pleads not guilty to ICC charges
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Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe names new cabinet
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In Economics: Mali's new government to review mining contracts
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In Sports: FIFA fines Liberia for crowd disturbances during a World Cup qualifier
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR:
Kenyan Deputy President's trial begins today at the ICC
UN urges Syria to hand over chemical weapons
East Africa makes progress in reducing child mortality
In Economics: Motor industry strike continues in South Africa
In Sports: Cameroon striker Samuel Eto'o retires from international football
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UN agency appeals for more funds to assist Syrian refugees
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African Union troops intensifies surveillance in Mogadishu
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In Economics: South African motor industry workers down tools
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In Sports: Cameroon beat Libya to reach final stage of World Cup qualifiers
*** Kenyan parliament to debate withdrawal from International Criminal Court.... * UN appeals for greater support to countries hosting Syrians refugees.
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In Economics: Slow global economy to dominate G20 summit talks.
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Sports: South Africa faces a host of problems in staging African Nations Cup Championship.
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Russia may agree to Syria strike if chemical arms were used...
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Egypt's interim President, vows government will stick to a timetable for elections next year.
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UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon is concerned about the situation in Somali.
- U.S. President Obama says America is certain that the Syrian government is behind the chemical attack.
- Asian markets feel the brunt of an eminent US attack on Syria.
- Sports: Senegal faces Rwanda in a must-win encounter at the ongoing Afrobasket championship in the Ivory Coast.
TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR
US considers military action against Syria
UN condemns killing of civilians in eastern DRC
In Economics: Trade between Malaysia and South Africa set to improve
In Sports: Cameroon names squad for World Cup qualifier against Libya
- Civilians bear the brunt of conflict in eastern DRC
- UN envoy says the Syrian crisis is the biggest threat to peace and security in the world
- UN tourism summit gets underway in Victoria falls
- In Economics: African port experts meet in South Africa
- In Sports: Malawi's national soccer team coach to report Nigeria's national team coach Stephen Keshi to FIFA
Zimbabwe's constitutional court to rule on election challenge today
Displaced Somali women continue to face sexual violence
South Africa's former deputy president sworn in as UN women Executive Director
In Economics: AngloGold Ashanti raises concern over its flagship gold mine in Ghana
In Sports: South African athletics team returns from Moscow
SADC leaders call for end to regional political turmoil Somalia and Kenya battle polio outbreak South African athlete Oscar Pistorius to appear in court today In Economics: Egypt's stock market falls sharply And In Sports: South Africa beats Burkina Faso in a friendly match
UN Rights Chief calls for dialogue to end crisis in Egypt... Zimbabwe Constitutional Court to hear MDC's election petition.... South Africa marks Ist Anniversary of the Marikana massacre.... In Economics: African ports are scaling up their operations.... *** And In Sports: Mexico thrash Ivory Coast in a friendly soccer match...
UN raises concerns over human rights abuses in the Central African Republic... Doctors Without Borders halts all operations in Somalia.... In Economics: South African unions declare wage dispute in the coal sector..... And In Sports: Egypt's national soccer team ignores troubles to beat Uganda 3-NIL...
Zimbabweans eagerly await final election results.... Situation remains calm in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo... South Sudan releases two Ugandan journalists..... In Economics: Oil theft in Nigeria hits Royal Dutch Shell profits... *** And In Sports: Nigeria's Super Eagles set their sights on winning the African Nations Championship......
Voting gets underway in Zimbabwe... UN renews mandate of its peacekeeping mission in Darfur... In Economics: Kenya Airways signs code share agreement with Air Namibia.. And In Sports: South African swimmers qualify for the finals at the World Championships
Zimbabwe's Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, wraps up his elections campaign with a message of reconciliation... Human rights abuses in Syria are getting worse by the day... *** And In Sports: Chairperson of Nigeria's National Sports Commission praises Blessing Okagbare for winning the 100m sprint final in London.....
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AU election observers begin work in Zimbabwe... Fighting in Sudan's Darfur region displaces thousands of people..... In Economics: Wage talks in South Africa's gold mining industry continue.... And In Sports: Cameroon's CHAN qualifier against Gabon postponed again...
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South African President silences his top envoy on Zimbabwe... Middle East Peace talks set to resume this week.... In Economics: Zimbabwe fails to meet revenue targets.... And In Sports: South Africa's national soccer team coach praises his players
SADC urges parties in Zimbabwe to accept election results... Fighting in eastern DRC displaces thousands of people... In Economics: Osama Saleh to return as Egypt investment minister.... And In Sports: Nigeria's soccer match fixing probe almost concluded...
*** Zimbabwe's high court postpones hearing on special vote......
*** UN condemns deadly attack on its peacekeepers in Darfur...
*** In Economics: South African gold producers offer 4 percent pay rise...
*** And In Sports: Calls for Nigerian Amateur Football league board members to resign...
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It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
It's an early morning show that begins at 05h00 and ends at 09h00. The content is strictly current affairs and includes news bulletins. It focuses on politics, human interest, education, science and technology, environment, economics and sports stories. Most stories are usually hard-core politics.
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*** IGAD leaders discuss ways to resettle Somali refugees
*** Experts stress the role of early action in combating drought in East Africa
*** In Economics: Public-private partnership ruled out to rescue cash strapped South African Airways
*** In Sports: South African Football Association to update FIFA on match fixing probe"
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