West Africa

We must continue to empower women entrepreneurs to grow Africa

Africa Elsie S Kanza - 8 Mar 2020

If we increase the number of high-growth, women-founded startups, they can bridge the inclusivity gaps in their respective economies and societies

Faure Gnassingbe: Togo leader treads in father’s steps

Africa Celia Lebur - 24 Feb 2020

To silence Africa’s guns, empower its youth

Africa Edwin Ikhuoria - 13 Feb 2020

It may be impossible to end the cycle of conflict in various countries on the continent without creating jobs for young people

To really silence the guns, the AU’s resolve must be stronger

Africa Solomon Dersso - 5 Feb 2020

Conflict in Africa — and the world — is on the rise. The continent needs to take concrete measures to stop the escalating violence

Guinea opposition leaders jailed

Africa Mouctar Bah & Afp - 25 Oct 2019

Rights group criticised the ruling, saying “no one should be detained for having organised or called for a peaceful demonstration”.

West Africa’s failed ‘war on drugs’

Article Comment Author - 2 Oct 2018

It is clear that West Africa’s drug laws are doing more harm than good, writes former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo

DRC Ebola response hampered by conflict

Africa Kiri Rupiah - 20 Aug 2018

The number of suspected Ebola cases in eastern DRC has risen to 73 as ongoing conflicts in the region stymie containment efforts

Football’s dashed hopes: The teenagers sold a Premier League lie

Article Agencies Author & The Guardian - 24 May 2018

They thought they were signing up for a dream but it turned out to be a trafficking nightmare.

The testing ground: Could an experimental vaccine save the DRC from Ebola?

Article Agencies Author & The Guardian - 22 May 2018

The virus’ resurgence, this time in a city of more than one-million people could set the scene for a fast-spreading disaster.

A love letter to struggling Sierra Leone

Africa Chude Jideonwo - 17 May 2018

The poor country epitomises the step-by-step realisation of democracy taking place in Africa

Seven things you should know about this country’s largest Lassa fever outbreak

Article Africa Check Author - 11 Apr 2018

Nigeria's latest and largest epidemic has claimed almost 100 lives. Find out more about the virus.

Guinea pleads for calm after 7 people die in post-election violence

Africa Mouctar Bah - 9 Feb 2018

Activists have erected barricades in several neighbourhoods in the capital, Conakry

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Mbalula defends changing taxi operating times

Thando Maeko - 3 Apr 2020

Regulations for taxis have been relaxed over the last few days of the lockdown prompting criticism. Transport minister Fikile Mbalula however, has defended the decision

Coronavirus

A week in lockdown: SA Covid-19 cases at 1 505

Lester Kiewit - 3 Apr 2020

The health department says it is awaiting confirmation on whether two deaths in Kwazulu-Natal are related to the coronavirus disease

Coronavirus

Lockdown heroes feed hungry kids

Lester Kiewit - 2 Apr 2020

Feeding schemes inundated with requests to assist during Covid-19 lockdown

Press Releases

Special Reports

New energy mix on the cards

Derek Davey - 3 Apr 2020

REI4P already has and will continue to yield thousands of employment opportunities

Special Reports

The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

Special Reports

Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

Special Reports

20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele special AGM rescheduled to March 25 2020

Staff Reporter - 18 Mar 2020

New voting arrangements are being made to safeguard the health of shareholders