African Union (AU) Special Representative visits African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) personnel in Nairobi hospitals

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has firmly dismissed any discussions around succession He urged supporters of Deputy President Paul Mashatile's presidential campaign to exercise patience and refrain from pushing the agenda prematurely. Mbalula's statement emphasizes the importance of waiting for the appropriate time for such discussions, indicating that the current focus should remain on unity and stability within the party. His remarks highlight the ongoing dynamics within the ANC as it navigates leadership aspirations and internal...

The Togolese leader, Faure Gnassingbé, has been sworn in as "President of the Council of Ministers," a new role created following constitutional reforms that ended presidential elections and established a parliamentary system, which critics argue allows him to remain in power indefinitely. His family has ruled Togo for 58 years, and the recent constitutional changes have been labeled an "institutional coup d'état" by opposition figures. With his party, the Union for the Republic, holding a...

At least seven people were killed and 20 injured when helicopter gunships bombed a hospital and local market in Old Fangak, Jonglei state, South Sudan, according to Doctors Without Borders (MSF), which runs the hospital. This attack, deemed a "clear violation of international humanitarian law," comes amid escalating tensions between President Salva Kiir and Vice-President Riek Machar, raising fears of a return to civil war. The conflict, which has already caused significant casualties and displacement...

A 43-year-old company director is set to appear in the Evander Magistrate's Court on Monday, facing allegations of defrauding a bank by using falsified documents to secure a R1-million overdraft. This financial maneuver was intended to benefit one of his two companies, raising concerns about fraudulent practices within corporate governance. The case underscores the serious legal implications of financial misconduct in the business sector. Full Article

A selection of the week's best photos highlights significant events across Africa and beyond. Images include people watching wildfires at Table Mountain National Park in South Africa, a Requiem Mass for Pope Francis in Kenya, and fashion showcased during South Africa Fashion Week. Other notable moments feature a performance by the Kivu Dancers' Collective in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the London Marathon where Sabastian Sawe from Kenya won, and a climate action project in...

Walter Tebogo Letsie Controversy Walter Tebogo Letsie, the chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Higher Education, faces backlash following accusations of making "unfounded and defamatory" statements about the University of Limpopo during media interviews. The remarks have sparked criticism and raised concerns regarding their impact on the university's reputation. Letsie's comments have drawn attention, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny and accountability of public figures in their commentary on educational institutions. Full Article