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Nigeria's legal establishment is pursuing sweeping reforms to modernise practice standards, with the Bar Association endorsing amendments to foundational legislation whilst senior advocates warn of ethical imperatives in the age of artificial intelligence.
A strike at Kenya's primary aviation hub has grounded flights while Zimbabwe's banking sector navigates workforce restructuring alongside negotiated wage increases, revealing the complex labour dynamics reshaping African employment landscapes.
Bulawayo faces city-wide water cuts as electricity outages cripple pumping stations, while ZESA faces a landmark US$66,000 compensation order for negligence—highlighting the compounding failures in Zimbabwe's essential services.
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.
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 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.
A wave of violence across Nigeria has claimed multiple lives in recent days, with bandit attacks in Kwara State, a fatal mining collapse in Ebonyi, and the killing of a Nigerian national in South Africa exposing the country's deepening security challenges.
As Oscar Pistorius's parole period continues to spark debate and the Proteas march toward T20 World Cup glory, the region's news cycle reflects a society grappling with justice, celebration, and the complexities of public memory.
As Southern African football intensifies, coaches from Pirates, Chiefs, and Gallants reveal the mounting tactical and psychological challenges facing top-tier clubs balancing continental ambitions with domestic survival.
Zimbabwe's neighbours saw tens of millions in lottery jackpots contested over the Valentine's Day weekend, with South African draws offering R50 million across multiple games as regional gaming economies expand.
As South African music celebrates multi-platinum achievements and legendary artists prepare for a historic unity concert, personal stories of struggle and success reveal the human dimension behind the industry's glittering façade.
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency is driving shipyard development whilst the Customs Service targets a 48-hour cargo clearance system, signalling a coordinated push to modernise trade infrastructure and unlock blue economy potential.
From 2Baba's lavish Valentine's gesture to Omotola's revelation about her iconic nickname, Nigerian entertainers are sharing intimate relationship stories that challenge traditional narratives about celebrity marriages and co-parenting.
As mass killings claim 6,000 lives in el-Fasher and political tensions threaten South Sudan's fragile peace, the region confronts overlapping crises that have displaced thousands and shattered communities across both nations.