Malawian state’s rhetoric belies reality

The president had denied that Wicknell Chivayo has been dolling out lavish gifts on his behalf

The controversial hirings have unsettled Malawi’s international partners, with funds critical for health, agriculture and infrastructure now at risk of suspension if donors conclude that accountability has been abandoned

During its G20 presidency, South Africa has made debt relief one of its top priorities

The increase was largely driven by exports, which surged 40.5% to $18.6 billion, reflecting rising global demand

The opposition officials and hundreds of youths from across the country were arrested in the wake of last month’s general elections

But ordinary Zimbabweans driven to cynicism after years of state corruption under the ruling Zanu-PF party are pessimistic

The project could change the production structure of Zimbabwe, with fuel landing at a lesser cost

The youth describe their movements as leaderless and digital, as they defy the old elites who have led to frustration due to failed economies and systemic decay.

Authorities have not released an official death toll, but unconfirmed reports suggest the number of fatalities could exceed 1 000

The Office of Botswana’s Ambassador to the United Nations recently announced that Botswana has nominated renowned jurist and scholar, Justice Oagile Bethuel Key Dingake, to run for Judge of the International Court of Justice

Finance Minister Erica Shafudah said the combined approach allows Namibia to settle the external bond without straining social spending or foreign-exchange reserves

The designated 25 individuals have allegedly orchestrated attacks on Rwandan soil, inciting Rwandans to commit and finance acts of terrorism