Southern African Development Community

South Africa xenophobic violence and mass migrations

210 clusters · 488 sources · last updated 1 day ago

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

Regional tourism growth in 2026

5 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Eswatini tourism arrivals rise 8 per cent amid growth targets

Various nations in Africa and Southeast Asia reported significant increases in international tourism arrivals during 2026. In Brunei, visitor arrivals rose by 7.8 per cent in the first half of the year, reaching nearly

SADC regional leadership and security summits

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 3 days ago

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.

African cross-border trade integration efforts

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: African cross-border trade faces high costs and payment friction

Efforts to improve African cross-border trade are addressing both physical infrastructure and financial systems. In East and Southern Africa, regional integration initiatives are focusing on One-Stop Border Posts (OSBPs)

Economic diversification and resource management in Southern

6 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Botswana addresses economic vulnerabilities amid diamond slump and rising energy costs

Botswana and Namibia are intensifying efforts to transform natural resource wealth into sustainable prosperity through economic diversification and regional cooperation. In Namibia, officials are emphasizing local value

Southern Africa pharmaceutical manufacturing initiative

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: UNAIDS, China, and South Africa partner to boost African pharmaceutical production

UNAIDS, the Southern African Development Community (SADC), and China have launched a strategic initiative to expand pharmaceutical manufacturing within Southern Africa. The collaboration aims to reduce the region's depen

Hichilema sworn in for second term amid treason charges

49 clusters · 168 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Hakainde Hichilema begins second term in Zambia amid shifting US relations

President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second five-year term following the August 13 election, in which he secured approximately 60 percent of the vote. The inauguration ceremony took place on September 1,

Mozambique energy infrastructure and training development

4 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 9 days ago

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

EU CBAM and trade regulation impacts on global exporters

7 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Carbon emissions impact export competitiveness in Latin America

In late July 2026, the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) became a focal point for industry and policymakers concerned about the influx of Chinese steel. EU lawmakers warned that the sector could

Gabon President's West African tour and domestic expansion

8 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Gabon celebrates third Liberation Day with infrastructure focus

Following his West African diplomatic tour in late July and early August 2026, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has continued to engage in domestic and international state affairs. On 8 August, the President met wi

Durban 2026 SADC Summit and industrialisation

9 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 21 days ago

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

Xenophobic violence against migrants in South Africa

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: South African President apologizes for violence against migrants

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned recent xenophobic violence and the exclusion of foreign nationals within the country. Speaking at a Southern African Development Community (SADC) public lecture, Rama

SADC Media Awards recognition

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: South Africa announces 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards details

The 2026 SADC Media Awards were announced in Durban, South Africa, during the 46th Ordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State and Government. The awards honor journalism that supports regional integration, development, and c

SADC regional industrialization and mineral development

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: SADC leaders urge mineral beneficiation and regional development fund

The 9th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Industrialisation Week in Durban, South Africa, focused on transitioning from policy discussions to concrete actions regarding regional manufacturing and economic div

SADC Summit security in Durban

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Durban SADC Summit security breach leads to three arrests

In preparation for the 46th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit in Durban, the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) activated a large-scale security operation. Lieutenant Gen