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South Africa xenophobic violence and mass migrations

210 clusters · 488 sources · last updated

Latest: South Africa processes over 86,000 deportations amid migration tensions

The anti-immigrant wave in South Africa has intensified, driven by nativist groups like ‘March and March’ that set a September 30, 2026, deadline for illegal migrants to depart. This follows a June 30 deadline that trigg

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SADC regional leadership and security summits

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Eswatini begins SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security chairship

During a SADC Summit in Durban, South Africa officially assumed the SADC Chairpersonship for the 2026–2027 term. Minister Ronald Lamola described the role as a “collective responsibility” to promote regional solidarity.

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Lake Kariba ferry disaster: Relief measures and transport's]

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Latest: Zimbabwe announces relief measures for Lake Kariba ferry disaster victims

The death toll from the Mbuya Nehanda ferry disaster on Lake Kariba has reached 97 following the recovery of additional remains. The vessel, operated by the Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (RIDA), capsized on Aug

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Tharisa Karo platinum project development in Zimbabwe

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Latest: Zimbabwe signs Karo Platinum lease amid mining sector liquidity concerns

Tharisa Plc has advanced the development of the Karo platinum group metal (PGM) project in Zimbabwe through new regulatory and commercial agreements. On August 24, 2026, Tharisa signed a 25-year special mining lease wit

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Ghana road safety crisis and new traffic regulations

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Latest: Ghana records 1,492 road accident deaths in first half of 2026

Ghana continues to struggle with a severe road safety crisis. Data from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) reveals that 1,492 people died in road accidents during the first half of 2026, averaging approximately 25

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Mozambique energy infrastructure and training development

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Latest: Mozambique and Zimbabwe launch CPMZ pipeline expansion

Mozambique is advancing its energy sector through infrastructure development and technical training initiatives. Following a memorandum with TotalEnergies, the Mozambique LNG Academy was established to train 260 techni

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Kudakwashe Tagwirei Senate appointment

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Latest: Kudakwashe Tagwirei sworn in as Zimbabwean senator

Following the enactment of Constitutional Amendment Act No. 3, which expanded the Zimbabwean Senate from 80 to 90 members, President Emmerson Mnangagwa nominated businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei and nine others for appoin

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Youth economic empowerment in Namibia and Zimbabwe

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Latest: African leaders urge young women to pursue economic empowerment

Leaders in Namibia and Zimbabwe are emphasizing economic empowerment and skill development for youth and young women. In Namibia, officials have called for young people to embrace technology, innovation, and emerging s

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Fatal road accidents in Zimbabwe

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Latest: Zimbabwe declares State of Disaster after 27 die in highway crash

In August 2026, Zimbabwe experienced two significant fatal road accidents. On August 7, a military vehicle crash on the Harare–Mutare Road near Marondera resulted in the deaths of four Zimbabwe National Army soldiers and

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Drug and money laundering case involving Mnangagwa family

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Latest: Kelsea Tafirenyika apologizes to Zimbabwe's First Lady amid money laundering case

Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika, the daughter-in-law of Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, was arrested following a police raid on her Harare residence. During the raid, detectives from the CID Drugs and Narcotics Unit a

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Zimbabwe crackdown on illegal land occupation

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Latest: Zimbabwean authorities demolish illegal settlements in Harare and Zvimba

The Zimbabwean government initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal land barons and rogue traditional leaders following a directive from President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel G

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South Africa-Zimbabwe bilateral cooperation

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Latest: South Africa and Zimbabwe sign bilateral cooperation agreements

South Africa and Zimbabwe have concluded the Fourth Session of the South Africa–Zimbabwe Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Pretoria, hosted by President Cyril Ramaphosa and attended by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The sum

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Zimbabwe Mnangagwa family criminal investigations

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Latest: Bulawayo magistrate denies bail to Mnangagwa in-laws in drug case

Authorities in Zimbabwe have launched investigations into a criminal enterprise involving the family of Collins Mnangagwa, son of President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The probe includes allegations of drug trafficking and money

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Durban 2026 SADC Summit and industrialisation

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Latest: SADC Summit in Durban focuses on regional integration and infrastructure

Leading up to the 46th Ordinary SADC Summit in Durban, South Africa assumed the Chairship of the SADC Council of Ministers for 2026–2027. Minister Ronald Lamola prioritized economic transformation and moving from raw mat

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Zimbabwean political landscape and opposition challenges

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Latest: Zimbabwe political tensions rise amid activist abduction and claims of law abuse

Zimbabwean politics are characterized by long-standing regional power shifts and the structural challenges facing opposition movements. Since 2017, there has been a trend toward Karanga regional influence within the stat

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Youth employment initiatives in Zimbabwe and Ghana

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Latest: National Youth Authority aims to train 100,000 youth by 2026

African nations, specifically Zimbabwe and Ghana, are implementing various initiatives to address youth unemployment and foster economic growth. In Zimbabwe, the Ministry of Youth, Sport, Arts, and Recreation launched t

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Zimbabwean elite wealth and political proximity

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Latest: President Mnangagwa praises businessman Wicknell Chivayo

Prominent Zimbabwean businessmen have drawn significant public scrutiny due to high-profile displays of wealth and their perceived political connections. In Kenya, businessman Wicknell Chivayo attracted attention at a t

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