South African Radio Presenter Taken into Custody in Russian Military Recruitment Controversy
Nonkululeko Patricia Mantula, aged 39, who hosts a morning show on South Africa’s state radio network, SAFM, made an appearance in court on Monday following her arrest. She faces charges related to allegedly recruiting South African men to fight for Russia in Ukraine. The issue of Russian recruitment in South Africa has gained attention recently. […]
South African bank is the first on the continent to connect with China’s cross-border payment system.
Standard Bank Approved for CIPS Services at Lujiazui Forum Standard Bank has received the green light to offer CIPS services, a move announced during the Lujiazui Forum in Shanghai, scheduled for June 2025. The official launch of this merger took place at a gathering organized by the South African Reserve Bank, which saw participation from […]
Minneapolis Police Chief Apologizes After Highlighting ‘East African’ Crime in the City
Minneapolis Police Chief Apologizes for Comments During a news conference on Thursday, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara expressed his regret after previously commenting on crimes involving “a group of East African children.” O’Hara made these remarks during an interview on November 11. Following his comments, there has been a petition on Change.org demanding an apology, […]
South African fintech plans significant acquisition of Michael Jordaan’s Bank Zero in $60 million agreement
Resaca Technologies Acquires Bank Zero A deal unveiled in July, valued at around $60 million, involves a mix of newly issued Resaca shares and as much as $5 million in cash. Shareholders of Bank Zero are anticipated to own about 12% of Resaca’s shares on a fully diluted basis. As part of the arrangement, Jordaan […]
Pope Leo XIV condemns recent massacre in African country following hospital attack
Pope’s Concern over Violence Against Christians in the DRC Pope Leo XIV has expressed deep concern over the ongoing discrimination and persecution faced by Christians globally. He highlighted the situations in countries like Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Sudan, where attacks on communities and places of worship are all too common. Specifically, he offered prayers for […]
African Union representative dismisses Nigeria genocide allegations during crisis
Nigeria’s ongoing crisis has drawn renewed international attention after a senior African Union official refuted allegations of genocide against Christians, prompting a strong reaction from the U.S. government. The conflict has escalated, particularly in northern and central Nigeria, where Christian communities report alarming rates of killings, kidnappings, and village attacks. In response to inquiries about […]
Cocoa Prices Fall Due to Indications of a Big West African Cocoa Harvest
Cocoa Prices Plummet Amidst Mixed Harvest Reports Today’s December ICE NY Cocoa (CCZ25) saw a decline of 254 points, or 4.16%, while December ICE London Cocoa #7 (CAZ25) dropped by 206 points, translating to a 4.73% fall. Cocoa prices took a hit today, with New York cocoa hitting a four-week low and London cocoa dropping […]
Specialist discusses how a small African kingdom may be important for US border safety.
As the Trump administration intensifies its efforts against illegal immigration, countries like Eswatini, a little-known African monarchy, are starting to appear more frequently in the news. Border and immigration specialists suggest that these smaller nations may play a significant role in U.S. national security. Since Inauguration Day, the number of deportations has surpassed 515,000, with […]
Trump Administration Removes Deportation Protections for Migrants from This African Country
The Trump administration is set to terminate deportation protections for South Sudanese immigrants who have been in the United States for over 14 years. As stated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), those from South Sudan who entered the U.S. in 2011 will now be at risk of deportation if they do not leave […]
MAB Group’s R18 Billion Valuation: A Significant Turning Point for African Mining
How Pinagale Mogodi’s Empire is Reshaping Junior Mining in Africa As we approach the end of 2025, significant attention is focused on a major development in South Africa’s mining sector. There’s a pending sale of a 40% stake in a company that could mark a crucial turning point for young miners across the continent. At […]