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Farewell, Baba: Raila Odinga’s death echoes across Africa
From airport surges to a state funeral, Kenya mourns Raila Odinga as Africa weighs his legacy and what it means for our shared democratic future.
FRIDAY, 17 OCTOBER 2025, 10:07
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From airport surges to a state funeral, Kenya mourns Raila Odinga as Africa weighs his legacy and what it means for our shared democratic future.
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Politicians overwhelmingly vote to oust the Mongolian premier, four months after doing the same to his predecessor.
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State of emergency to be declared in capital as protests that led to last week’s ouster of former president intensify.
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Past visits by top leaders to Yasukuni, which honours convicted war criminals, have angered Japan’s neighbours.
South Africa
An aircraft went missing from Eswatini on its way to Mbombela
South Africa
Health and Education departments cited as part of those involved in unauthorised expenditures.
South Africa
Shack fires erupted overnight in various informal settlements in parts of Cape Town.
South Africa
Accused on in the Meyiwa trial says he was not acquainted with the witness at the time of the murder
World
Authorities believe three-year-old was abducted from Fairy Meadow beach in Wollongong in January 1970.
World
Daniel Duggan, an ex-Marine, is accused of conspiring with others to train Chinese military pilots between 2010 and 2012.
World
Though the search for Gus Lamont has ended, police say they will continue investigating his disappearance.
World
The Trump-Putin phone call came a day before Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky visits the White House.
Africa
Mourners carrying national flags and portraits of the late leader pay their final respects at a city stadium.
Africa
A selection of the week’s best photos from across the African continent and beyond.
Africa
Thousands of mourners fill the streets of Nairobi from the airport to the Kasarani Stadium to pay their respects.
Africa
Patrick Herminie says he will stop further development of the Qatar-backed Assumption Island resort.
Business
The new Saxdowne Shopping Centre, anchored by Shoprite and Clicks, is coming to the Stellenbosch area.
Business
While mining production in South Africa declined in August, sales have increased dramatically over the last year amid a rise in commodity prices, especially gold.
Business
In today’s fast-moving world of business and technology, financial security is about more than just keeping up—it’s about creating something lasting.
Business
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 17 October 2025.
Politics
Mchunu told the committee that he was more than keen to tell his side of the story.
Politics
So far 325 submissions have been made to the committee.
Politics
Mathe says the visit is part of ongoing investigations being discussed before the commission
Politics
Ad Hoc Committee evidence leader Norman Arendse pressed Mchunu on disbandment of the PKTT.
Sport
Zimbabwe coach Michael Nees faces mounting pressure after a poor run of results, with fans calling on ZIFA to sack him
Sport
England fast bowler Mark Wood says he is “quietly confident” of being fit for the first Test of the Ashes series in Australia.
Sport
The elite fields for the 2025 Cape Town Marathon on Sunday, 19 October will include some of the world’s fastest marathoners.
Sport
Women’s Rugby in South Africa continues to reach new heights, and SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has shared some big highlights.
Education
[GroundUp] Parents with children at Otters’ Creek Junior are scrambling to find space at other special needs schools
Education
[Vanguard] …Urges President Tinubu to Stem Wave of Resignations in Public Varsities
Education
[Vanguard] Abuja — The Federal Government has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on some media platforms claiming that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is no longer required for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
Education
[Daily Trust] The Federal Government and the European Union (EU) have inaugurated a National Programme Steering Committee (NPSC) to oversee the €40 million Education and Youth Empowerment in Northwest Nigeria (EYEPINN) programme.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
The amount landlords are able to command for rent in the township greatly depends on the level of tenant-focused design and amenities …
Lifestyle
South African singer Tyla has been accused by an American rapper of stealing the concept for a new song titled ‘Chanel.’
Lifestyle
Ace Frehley, the pioneering guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band Kiss, has died at the age of 74 following a fall at his home.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
It’s bizarre and brilliant. Australian animated show ‘The Amazing Digital Circus’ is grown-up slapstick with a large layer of home truths.
Entertainment
Actress Candida Mosoma has been setting the West End stage alight in London. She’s also turned her attention to children’s books.
Science/Tech
Cell C explained why there is a R10 billion difference in the assets on its balance sheet between its reporting and that of its largest shareholder, Blue Label.
Science/Tech
The discussion surrounding Pepe Coin Price Prediction rages on as investors weigh its short-term popularity against long-term potential. While meme coins trend again across social media platforms, investors are questioning whether PEPE will keep rising in 2025 or other new altcoins with stronger fundamentals will overtake it. While Pepe’s community remains active, the broader investor […]
Science/Tech
The largest appliance in the home is no longer a static, single colour block. It is a dynamic canvas for self-expression.
Science/Tech
The XLM price prediction is back in focus as traders hunt the next high growth crypto into the year-end. After a volatile stretch driven by DeFi project upgrades and macro headlines, Stellar’s setup looks primed for a decisive move. There is also a fresh payments-focused contender quietly gathering attention and some investors already view it […]
Motoring
Hatchback gets radical makeover from the earlier model that was sold in South Africa.
Motoring
Sprinting from 0-100km/h in just 6.9 seconds, this icon was a wolf in sheep’s clothing.
Motoring
Jetour T1 is an urban lite off-roader and T2 a more rugged SUV for adventure seekers.
Motoring
Series of videos showcases the toughness of the SVI Stopgun V2.0 armouring package.
Health
Struggling to feel pleasure is a key marker of depression. But this distressing symptom can also occur on its own.
Health
Older players of pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the United States, are more vulnerable to eye injuries, some of which could lead to vision loss, researchers reported.
Health
More than 3,000 people in Britain have joined a lawsuit accusing the company of knowing that its baby powder contained carcinogenic fibers, including asbestos.
Health
A council hopes it will inspire physical activity, and “create learning and career opportunities”.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.