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Nothing to show for Africa’s space ventures as AUC turns to Europe

Investments in Africa’s space industry are yet to bear fruit. The continent is still struggling ...

  • 29 March 2023
  • Africa
Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways Acquires 25% Stake in South African Carrier Airlink

Qatar Airways has purchased a 25% stake in the privately owned South African airline Airlink, ...

  • 29 March 2023
  • South Africa
Millions in African countries need power

Millions in African countries need power

Electricity supply remains a significant challenge across Africa, affecting millions and hampering economic growth. Countries ...

  • 23 March 2023
  • Africa
South African restaurant crafts a nearly 10-foot Gatsby sub

South African restaurant crafts a nearly 10-foot Gatsby sub

A South African restaurant recently made headlines by serving a massive 3-meter-long (9.8 feet) sandwich, ...

  • 18 March 2023
  • South Africa
Climate change wiping out Africa’s traditional vegetables

Climate change wiping out Africa’s traditional vegetables

A significant number of African vegetable varieties are facing extinction, with some already lost, as ...

  • 11 March 2023
  • Tanzania
Mass Shootings in Rural South Africa Claim 17 Lives, Including 15 Women South African police are conducting a search for the suspects, with national police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe stating, "A manhunt has been launched to apprehend those behind these heinous killings." The motive behind the shootings is still unknown, though local media reported that the victims had been attending a family gathering at the time. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, speaking at a press briefing, announced that a team of detectives and forensic experts has been deployed to investigate. Mchunu stressed, "We have full faith and confidence in the team. Either they hand themselves over, or we will fetch them ourselves." South Africa has been grappling with increasing gun violence in recent years. According to police statistics, the country of 62 million recorded over 12,700 homicides in the first half of 2023, with firearms being the leading cause of death. Mass shootings have become more frequent, often targeting people in their homes. In April 2023, ten members of the same family were killed in a mass shooting in KwaZulu-Natal province, highlighting the growing problem of gun violence in the country. Although South Africa has strict firearm laws, the availability of illegal and unregistered guns has contributed significantly to the rise in shootings. The authorities continue to face challenges in addressing the issue of illegal firearms, which pose a serious threat to public safety.

Mass Shootings in Rural South Africa Claim 17 Lives, Including 15 Women

Seventeen people, including 15 women, were killed in two mass shootings in Lusikisiki, a rural ...

  • 9 March 2023
  • South Africa
Rwanda to Begin Trials of Vaccine for Marburg Virus

Rwanda to Begin Trials of Vaccine for Marburg Virus

Rwanda is set to begin clinical trials for a vaccine aimed at combating the deadly ...

  • 8 March 2023
  • Rwanda
Madagascar

Madagascar president resigns ahead of polls in November

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has announced his resignation ahead of the country’s upcoming presidential elections ...

  • 8 March 2023
  • Madagascar
High tariffs drive Africans to shop for food abroad

High tariffs drive Africans to shop for food abroad

High tariffs on agricultural products within Africa are hampering trade between African countries, pushing them ...

  • 7 March 2023
  • Africa
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Extremist Attacks in Northern Cameroon Leave Eight Dead

On Tuesday, extremist fighters launched multiple attacks in northern Cameroon, killing eight people, including soldiers, ...

  • 7 March 2023
  • Cameroon
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