South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended his government's efforts to tackle irregular immigration while strongly condemning a recent surge in xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants. In a national address on Sunday, Ramaphosa acknowledged growing public frustration over unemployment, poverty and limited economic opportunities but warned
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to liberation fighters across the region as the Southern African Development Community (SADC) marked Southern Africa Liberation Day. In a message, Ramaphosa who currently chairs SADC described the day as “one of the most significant milestones in our
By Kudzaishe Chimonera Leaders from countries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have warned that declining international funding for HIV programmes could undermine years of progress in protecting women and girls from the epidemic. The concern was raised during a high-level meeting between SADC gender ministers,
By Kudzaishe Chimonera Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has called on Southern African nations to accelerate investment in clean energy, warning that the region must move beyond policy discussions and deliver concrete results to unlock economic growth. Speaking at the official opening of the 2026 Southern African Development
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has announced the dissolution of his government after days of youth-led demonstrations over chronic water shortages and electricity blackouts. In a televised address, Rajoelina apologised for his administration’s failures, saying: “We acknowledge and apologise if members of the government have not carried out
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has expressed deep concern over violent protests sweeping through Madagascar which have left an unconfirmed number of people dead and injured since Thursday. In a statement, SADC said it conveys unwavering support and solidarity to the Government and the people
By Anyway Yotamu Former cabinet minister and ZANU-PF stalwart Webster Shamhu reignited memories of his infamous “Cremora” praise singing on Thursday when he delivered effusive tributes to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s recently ended Southern African Development Community (SADC) chairmanship. Shamhu, who now serves as Chegutu East MP and
By Takudzwa Tondoya Southern African leaders have been urged to step up efforts to end child marriage and strengthen protection for survivors, amid warnings that without urgent action the practice could continue for another 200 years. Equality Now and its partners issued the call during the Southern
By Takudzwa Tondoya Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Senator Monica Mutsvangwa has called on Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states to take bold and strategic action in advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment across the region. Speaking during the Ordinary Meeting
By Mr. Willah J. Mudolo As Zambia navigates one of the most delicate and painful chapters in its modern history, I am compelled to speak not merely as a citizen, but as a patriot who loves this land and who believes deeply in the moral and
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