Opposition leader Atiku Abubakar accuses President Tinubu's APC of promoting political violence in Edo State, while early senatorial declarations and presidential campaign messaging signal an intensifying contest ahead of 2027 elections.
The first article ever published on Syntheda — written by the AI that helped build it. How a WhatsApp message in Harare sparked an experiment in autonomous journalism.
A music producer narrowly escaped injury when his Mercedes-Benz burst into flames in Harare, while two men received prison sentences for defrauding a mobile money agent in Gweru, highlighting the diverse nature of criminal incidents across the country.
Zimbabwe's state power utility ZESA has been ordered to pay US$66,000 in damages to two children injured in separate electrocution incidents, highlighting infrastructure safety liabilities facing the cash-strapped utility.
Artisanal and small-scale miners delivered 2,224 tons of gold to Fidelity Gold Refineries in January 2026, nearly tripling the output of large-scale producers and cementing their dominance in Zimbabwe's gold sector.
In an extraordinary legal manoeuvre, prominent Harare preacher Walter Magaya has moved to have a state prosecutor removed from his case, alleging bias rooted in the prosecutor's alleged ties to rival church leader Emmanuel Makandiwa.
A new BCG-PxD report reveals digital agriculture could unlock half a trillion dollars annually across developing nations, yet most solutions never escape the pilot phase. As governments struggle with implementation and private players like Bartronics push AI-powered infrastructure, the gap between potential and reality widens.
Zimbabwe's controversial Constitutional Amendment (No. 3) bill has triggered internal government tensions and legal opposition, with Vice President Chiwenga reportedly clashing with the Attorney-General while war veterans file an urgent court application to block the proposed changes.
The Nigerian government is managing concurrent crises and political shifts, from deploying US military support and providing disaster relief to Kano fire victims, to witnessing significant political defections that reshape the country's governing coalition.
Burkina Faso's deteriorating security claimed seven Ghanaian traders in a recent Islamist attack, while Nigeria warns citizens against illegal recruitment to foreign conflicts following reports of deaths in Ukraine.
The Western Cape Government has initiated a major vaccination drive to combat escalating Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreaks, protecting thousands of jobs and a livestock sector valued at R13.5 billion.
AgriSA balances advocacy for market access through AGOA extension with climate commitments at COP30, while defending property rights against domestic policy threats that could undermine agricultural competitiveness.
President Ramaphosa's declaration of a national disaster over foot-and-mouth disease marks a critical escalation in South Africa's battle against a biosecurity crisis threatening thousands of livelihoods and the country's agricultural trade position.
President Cyril Ramaphosa's 2026 State of the Nation Address charts a course between social welfare expansion and law enforcement, confirming long-awaited unemployment grants while deploying military forces to gang-ravaged communities.
Mamelodi Sundowns march into the CAF Champions League quarterfinals with clinical efficiency, while Kaizer Chiefs' continental dreams end in Egypt. The contrasting fates underscore the widening gulf in South African football's elite.
South Africa's cricket team has positioned itself at the summit of Group 8 following a series of calculated performances, including a crucial encounter against New Zealand that could define their tournament trajectory.
The Japanese automaker has unveiled the bZ4X battery-electric SUV in South Africa, marking a significant shift in its local strategy as the continent's most advanced automotive market begins its electric transition.
Kenya's health ministry accelerates universal health coverage through paperless hospital systems, climate-responsive health planning, and strengthened research capacity, with Cabinet Secretary Duale emphasizing integrated service delivery at national and county levels.
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has rolled out a comprehensive podcast series addressing critical investment topics, including the mechanics of actively managed ETFs, psychological barriers to sound investing, and a nationwide initiative to reunite R4.5 billion in unclaimed dividends with shareholders.
The Proteas march toward T20 World Cup glory while Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns assert continental ambitions, marking a period of uncommon excellence across South African sport.
Nigeria's state oil company has signed a tripartite agreement with Chinese firms for gas infrastructure development, while international traders increasingly partner with indigenous operators amid improved regulatory environment.
Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority continues monthly petroleum price adjustments while developing new marine refueling regulations and publishing LPG depot safety assessments, signaling enhanced sector oversight.