President Cyril Ramaphosa insisted he was staying in office despite renewed political pressure and calls from opposition parties for his impeachment, amid the ongoing Phala Phala farm scandal.
Kenyan President William Ruto called for urgent reforms to the global financial system, saying the current international financial architecture remains structurally unequal and continues to place disproportionate constraints on African countries seeking access to concessional financing or developing infrastructure.<
Namibia has reiterated its support for Africa's common position on reforming the United Nations Security Council, calling for two permanent and five non-permanent African seats and the abolition of the veto power.
If the veto is retained, Namibia insists it should be extended to all Council members.
Addis Ababa hosts first influencer summit to fight stereotypes, reclaim narrative from Western media
Trade ties between Africa and China are growing stronger.
Beijing recently announced a zero tariff for 53 African countries with diplomatic relations, which will expand duty-free access for African exports under this framework.
SADC and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) engaged in discussions regarding potential areas of mutual cooperation concerning the displacement of people within the region.
The SADC region has been jolted into convening a high-level side event at the ongoing Africa Travel Indaba to consider ways to boost the region's tourism potential.
The World Health Organisation attempted to calm fear around the planet on Thursday, saying the 'rat virus' first identified aboard a Dutch cruise ship was not the start of a 'new Covid'.
Botswana's President Duma Boko has announced a three-day mourning period following the death of the country's third President, Festus Mogae.
Mogae died in his residency in Gaborone yesterday.
Namibia joined the world in observing World Press Freedom Day, with the official handover of the Windhoek Declaration inscription certificate.
The declaration was adopted in Windhoek 35 years ago and remains an important part of global efforts to promote a free, independent, and responsible press.
