49 h. ago Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy

Guinea’s military junta has announced September 21, 2025, as the date for a long-awaited constitutional referendum—a key step toward restoring democratic rule in the West African country. The referendum will determine the adoption of a new constitution to replace the military charter currently governing the country. Initially, junta leader Col. Mamadi Doumbouya pledged to begin… Read More »Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy The post Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy first appeared on iAfrica.

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49 h. ago Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions

Mozambique’s parliament has unanimously passed a landmark law aimed at restoring peace through national dialogue and constitutional reform. Backed by all political parties, the law stems from a March 5 peace agreement between President Daniel Chapo and opposition leaders. It proposes restructuring the state, decentralizing power, and revising presidential authority to enhance democratic governance. While… Read More »Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions The post Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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49 h. ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced substantial reductions in fuel prices effective from midnight tonight. Petrol 93 (ULP & LRP) will drop by 58 cents per litre, while petrol 95 (ULP & LRP) will decrease by 72 cents per litre. Diesel users will also benefit, with diesel (0.05% sulphur) dropping by 83.80… Read More »South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight The post South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure

The Ministry of Electricity and Energy has announced plans to expropriate privately-owned land, with compensation, as part of a major initiative to expand and upgrade Eskom’s infrastructure in the coming years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined a comprehensive 10-year plan to enhance South Africa’s energy network during a media briefing on Tuesday. The ambitious project… Read More »Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure The post Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Prince Harry hails travel initiative as charity row rumbles on

The dispute is between the Prince and the chair of the Sentebale charity created in honour of Diana.

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5 d. ago LIVE: Ramokgopa briefs the media on Electricity Transmission

This initiative is vital for enhancing national energy security and economic prosperity

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7 d. ago Youth encouraged to take advantage of film industry opportunities

Gauteng Film Commission is empowering young and female filmmakers to transform the industry.

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7 d. ago Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,000 As International Aid Starts To Arrive

Foreign rescue teams began flying into Myanmar on Saturday to aid the search for survivors from an earthquake that killed more than 1,000 people in the impoverished Southeast Asian nation crippling critical infrastructure amid a grinding civil war. The death toll in Myanmar was 1,002, the military government said on Saturday, up sharply from initial… Read More »Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,000 As International Aid Starts To Arrive The post Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,000 As International Aid Starts To Arrive first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Interledger Foundation To Top $21M Invested In Open Digital Financial Ecosystem With New Funding Round

The Interledger Foundation has opened funding for fintech and web-based platform projects that will become part of its interoperable payments network via the Interledger Protocol (ILP) – to build out its vision for an open digital economy.With projects in 40 countries, the organisation is already working with businesses to spearhead initiatives that reimagine existing financial… Read More »Interledger Foundation To Top $21M Invested In Open Digital Financial Ecosystem With New Funding Round The post Interledger Foundation To Top $21M Invested In Open Digital Financial Ecosystem With New Funding Round first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities

South Africa is collaborating with the World Bank on a $3 billion initiative to revitalize urban infrastructure in eight major cities, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. These cities have experienced challenges, ranging from power outages and water shortages to degraded road networks and waste management systems. Under the plan, the World Bank will provide… Read More »South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities The post South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago 23 South Africans rescued from human trafficking in Thailand

They were allegedly conned by an employment agency which promised them jobs, free accommodation.

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1 week ago Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election

Gabon’s Constitutional Court has ratified eight candidates for the upcoming presidential election. The candidates include Brice Oligui Nguema, the head of the transitional government that has led the country since a 2023 military coup. Ordinarily, transitional leaders are restricted from running for election. However, a new constitution passed in November exempted Nguema, raising concerns about… Read More »Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election The post Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago KZN budget not addressing challenges faced by teachers: SADTU

The union says the budget does not talk to the issue of permanent employment of teachers.

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1 week ago AG clamps down on municipalities failing to pay employees’ pensions

About 100 municipalities across the country were found to have violated the act

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1 week ago Over R60 billion needed to bolster SA’s nuclear program: Ramokgopa

Ramokgopa says an initial investment of R1.2 billion will be set aside to fund the project.

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1 week ago Home Affairs to introduce digitised system to fight border corruption

The initiative aims to curb corruption through collaboration with stakeholders.

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1 week ago Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum

The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) has recaptured the Presidential Palace in Khartoum, marking a symbolic victory in its battle against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Since April 2023, both sides have fought bitterly for control, plunging Sudan into a humanitarian catastrophe that has left over 28,000 dead and displaced 11 million people. The RSF,… Read More »Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum The post Sudanese Army Retakes Presidential Palace in Fierce Battle for Khartoum first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago IFP Youth Brigade Rallies Young Voices to Carry Buthelezi’s Legacy Forward

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) Youth Brigade in KwaZulu-Natal is on a mission—not just to celebrate 50 years of the party’s existence, but to ignite a new wave of young leadership. On Sunday, thousands filled the Prince Mangosuthu Stadium in Ulundi, honoring the vision of IFP founder Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. But for the party’s youth… Read More »IFP Youth Brigade Rallies Young Voices to Carry Buthelezi’s Legacy Forward The post IFP Youth Brigade Rallies Young Voices to Carry Buthelezi’s Legacy Forward first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Africa’s Tech Boom: Innovation Grows Despite Funding and Infrastructure Hurdles 

Africa’s tech scene is expanding, with cities like Lagos, Nairobi, and Cape Town attracting global interest. While no African city made the global top 40 startup rankings, youth-driven innovation and mobile-first solutions are fueling growth. Lagos leads the continent in fintech advancements, though limited funding, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory challenges persist. Experts urge African governments… Read More »Africa’s Tech Boom: Innovation Grows Despite Funding and Infrastructure Hurdles  The post Africa’s Tech Boom: Innovation Grows Despite Funding and Infrastructure Hurdles  first appeared on iAfrica.

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