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South Africa

National Orders recipients honoured for shaping democratic South Africa

Today at 12:22 PM, via SAnews

National Orders recipients honoured for shaping democratic South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the recipients of the 2026 National Orders as men and women whose contributions have helped shape a democratic South Africa founded on equality, justice and dignity for all.

Jubilation, applause and a celebratory atmosphere marked the occasion at the Sefako Makgatho...

Africa

Defunct Malawian Bank seeks $552m compensation

Today at 12:45 PM, via Mail & Guardian

A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence

Business

The Deliberate Business: A Smarter Approach to SME Funding

Today at 12:37 PM, via BusinessTech

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) play a critical role in South Africa’s economy, driving job creation, innovation, and growth across industries. But in today’s environment, running a business is not just about growth – it’s about navigating pressure.

Politics

MK Party axes Nhlamulo Ndhlela as spokesperson and MP

Today at 12:40 PM, via Mail & Guardian

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has axed Nhlamulo Ndhlela as its national spokesperson and MP with immediate effect, appointing the former editor of ‘The Star’, Sifiso Mahlangu, as his replacement

Sport

Sciver-Brunt injury gives England World Cup worry

Today at 13:41 PM, via BBC News

Nat Sciver-Brunt is a huge fitness concern for England before the home T20 World Cup after the captain was ruled out of the series against New Zealand and India with a calf injury.

Education

Liberia: Liberia’s 1st Student-Led Chemistry Symposium Draws Over 750

Today at 14:25 PM, via AllAfrica

[Liberian Observer] More than 750 high school students from across Liberia gathered in Gbarnga, Bong County over the weekend for what educators are calling a groundbreaking moment in the country’s science education journey — Liberia’s first-ever student-led Chemistry Symposium.

Education

Namibia: NSFAF Delays Leave Hungry University Students Broke

Today at 14:24 PM, via AllAfrica

[Namibian] University students have raised serious concerns over delayed Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) non-tuition payments, which they say threaten their education and daily survival.

Science/Tech

Setback for Vodacom in Kenya

Today at 14:29 PM, via TechCentral

Kenya’s high court has blocked the 15% Safaricom stake sale to Vodacom, pending a constitutional challenge.