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South Africa

Kigali’s Infrastructure Goals the Real Winner in UK Botched Deal

13 July at 12:33 PM, via iAfrica

The Rwandan government has hinted that it won’t reimburse more than $300 million it has received from the United Kingdom since 2022 for a deal to deport asylum seekers deemed to have arrived illegally in the UK to the East African nation. Earlier this week a government spokesperson said that its migrant deal with the… Read More »Kigali’s Infrastructure Goals the Real Winner in UK Botched Deal

Some Multinationals have Chosen to Stay with Abuja

13 July at 12:32 PM, via iAfrica

Nigeria is undergoing a significant transition towards sustainable energy solutions and companies like BAT Nigeria is leading the charge in aligning with this national priority. Their state-of-the-art solar power plant at the Ibadan manufacturing facility serves as a groundbreaking project. The solar plant capacity was crafted by the BAT Photovoltaic (PV) Standard, incorporating Tier-1...

State of Africa’s Rail Network

13 July at 12:31 PM, via iAfrica

After gaining independence in the mid-20th century, many African countries took control of their railway systems and invested in improving transport connections within and across borders. Despite these efforts, African railways faced significant challenges, including underinvestment, mismanagement, and maintenance issues. In recent years, there has been a renewed focus on developing and...

Researchers Ask ‘Can Africa Learn from the Chinese Urbanisation Story?’

13 July at 12:29 PM, via iAfrica

Asia and Africa have urbanised at similar speeds. Africa is undergoing the fastest urban transition the world has experienced to date with projections that nearly 1 billion more people will live in Africa’s cities by 2050.There’s a difference too. Across China and south-east Asia, urbanisation has been coupled with industrialisation and, through increases in economic… Read More...

Storm-Battered Western Cape Declared A Disaster Area

12 July at 16:55 PM, via iAfrica

The Western Cape has been officially designated as a disaster area following multiple severe cold fronts. This declaration came after the provincial government sought disaster classification from the National Disaster Risk Management Centre, given that approximately 100,000 residents in Cape Town have been severely affected by the harsh weather. Further complicating the situation, more...

NPA ‘Considering Legal Options’ After Affidavit Related To VBS Case Leaked

12 July at 16:51 PM, via iAfrica

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has directed the director of public prosecutions in Pretoria to collaborate with the Hawks to identify who leaked a critical witness statement in the VBS Mutual Bank scandal case. This directive followed the media leak on Thursday of a revealing 77-page affidavit by former VBS chairperson, Tshifhiwa Matodzi, which outlined… Read More »NPA...

WCED Says Nearly 300 Schools Sustained Damage From Storms

12 July at 16:49 PM, via iAfrica

Almost 300 schools have sustained storm damage. The Western Cape Education Department (WCED)’s Bronagh Hammond said that since Friday, 30 schools had requested closure due to flooding or structural damage. “Two hundred and ninety-nine schools have now reported some form of damages or disruption, with 121 schools being regarded as urgent. The continued rain and winds… Read More »WCED...

GNU Parties Have Enough In Common To Have A Seamless First Cabinet Lekgotla – Analyst

12 July at 16:48 PM, via iAfrica

Some might anticipate conflicts among parties in the Government of National Unity (GNU) during their first Cabinet lekgotla this weekend. However, Dr. Ongama Mtimka, an analyst, believes these parties share enough common ground to ensure a smooth meeting. The statement of intent, agreed upon by the parties within the GNU, aligns with the country’s Constitution… Read More »GNU Parties Have...

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