Latest articles on DRC

Searching for justice in the war on womxn’s bodies

Opinion Gabriel Hoosain Khan - 9 Sep 2020

In a world defined by gendered violence, what can we do differently?

The DRC’s response to Covid-19 must be tailored to local context

Article Edouard Beigbeder - 2 May 2020

Immunisation and other preventative programmes for malaria, cholera, measles and malnutrition, which kill children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, must continue

DRC in mourning as funeral parties banned

Africa Samir Tounsi - 2 Apr 2020

Numerous countries around the world have adopted similar measures to try to counter Covid-19

Pandor goes into self-isolation after Covid-19 scare

Article Thanduxolo Jika & Sabelo Skiti - 25 Mar 2020

The minister of international relations took the precaution after allegations that an employee had tested positive for the virus

Mega lessons from mega-events

Article Staff Reporter - 3 Mar 2020

Expo 2020 Dubai has already engaged 30 000 volunteers from the city

Amended Refugee Act restricts fundamental rights

Article Nation Nyoka - 20 Jan 2020

Minister of Home Affairs Aaron Motsoaledi has defended the new amendments to the Refugees Act that came into effect at the...

Ebola in the Congo: a forgotten conflict became a danger to world health

Africa Aymar Nyenyezi Bisoka - 12 Sep 2019

Local communities are wary of the sudden arrival of outsiders and of their interest in regions where there's been violence for years

Durban refugee office turns away asylum applicants

Article Jan Bornman - 23 Jul 2019

A staff shortage means asylum seekers are unable to make appointments to apply for refugee status

DRC’s Ebola outbreak spreads to Uganda

Africa Simon Allison - 11 Jun 2019

World Health Organisation confirms one case of the virus

More than 1 000 dead in DRC Ebola epidemic

Africa Agency - 4 May 2019

The current outbreak is the second deadliest on record, after an epidemic killed more than 11 300 people in West Africa in 2014-2016

It’s time for a reckoning for Kagame and his estern cheerleaders

Africa Timothy B Reid - 23 Apr 2019

As we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide, we cannot keep excusing the crimes of Rwanda’s current government

DRC’s Ebola outbreak has all the makings of a humanitarian crisis

Africa Jacqueline Weyer - 8 Apr 2019

The current Ebola outbreak in the DRC is devastating vulnerable communities already affected by displacement and violence

Debating media’s role in driving Rwanda’s genocide

Africa Amanda Grzyb - 2 Apr 2019

Although many years have passed, the Rwandan genocide still has much to teach us about the centrality of media in cases of state violence

Ebola outbreak spreads to new city in conflict-hit Congo

Africa Deutsche Welle 1 - 21 Mar 2019

Home to nearly one million people, Bunia is the latest Congolese city to report an Ebola infection

French court to rule in Koffi Olomide assault case

Article Agency - 17 Mar 2019

A French court will on Monday announce a verdict in the trial in absentia of the Congolese music star, accused of sexual assaulting his dancers

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Hawks swoop down with more arrests in R1.4-billion corruption blitz

khaya koko - 22 Oct 2020

The spate of arrests for corruption continues apace in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape.

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SANDF hid R200m expenditure on ‘Covid’ drug it can’t use

Sabelo Skiti - 22 Oct 2020

Military health officials are puzzled by the defence department importing a drug that has not been approved for treating coronavirus symptoms from Cuba

National

Epic fail: Africa’s Fortnite battle

Eyaaz Matwadia - 22 Oct 2020

Forced onto the backfoot by poor ping and overseas servers, African gamers are getting creative in an attempt to play one of the biggest competitive games. In the second instalment of our gaming corner, we chat to some of the innovators

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Special Reports

Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

Special Reports

In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

Special Reports

Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection

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Mental Health

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

During the pandemic there's been a dramatic increase in depression, anxiety and suicides, according to some of the surveys done

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Expert financial advice still recommended – especially in uncertain times

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

A financial advisor is an expert who will help you to protect your wealth and make a realistic plan when unexpected events threaten your wellbeing