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Transatlantic divisions over Ukraine's future threaten to dominate G20 proceedings in Johannesburg despite the American presidential absence from the gathering of economic powerhouses. President Donald Trump skipped the summit after declaring South African priorities incompatible with Washington...

Authorities in South Africa have elevated gender-based violence and femicide to national disaster status after sustained public pressure and widespread demonstrations. The classification permits government agencies to redirect existing budgets toward immediate intervention measures and allocates...

Georgia Representative Marjorie Greene announced her departure from Congress after a bitter public dispute with President Donald Trump resulted in threats against the far-right lawmaker. The 51-year-old politician stated her resignation takes effect in early January, citing unwillingness to...

Vice President Jane Ansah urged information technology practitioners to maintain professional standards while developing digital infrastructure that expands access for citizens across Malawi during an annual gathering in Mangochi. The conference brought together specialists and policymakers...

Pyramid Construction Limited has committed K20 million annually over three years to sponsor a national beach soccer competition through the Football Association of Malawi, marking one of the largest private sector investments in the discipline's development within the country. The Pyramid Top 8...

American humanitarian organization Mennonite Central Committee has delivered essential supplies to correctional facilities across Malawi, providing bedding materials, canned poultry, hygiene products and rehabilitation resources for approximately 17,000 detained individuals. Prison Service...

Mighty Wanderers and Silver Strikers battled to a 2-2 stalemate at Bingu National Stadium, with both squads maintaining their positions in the standings. The Nomads hold first place with 52 points from 22 fixtures, matching the game count of runners-up FCB Nyasa Big Bullets while preserving a...

Malawi's second-in-command has traveled to Angola's capital to participate in continental discussions between African and European representatives. Vice President Jane Mayemu Ansah will attend the seventh AU-EU Summit in Luanda, where delegations will address cooperative strategies under the...

Fed Steel Engineering has delivered classroom furniture valued at K15 million to Milonga Community Day Secondary School in Mulanje, with Managing Director Fedson Selwin citing his own experience studying without proper seating as motivation for the contribution. The alumnus recalled enduring...

National Bank of Malawi has allocated K11.2 million to the Senior Golfers Society ahead of its annual tournament and general meeting, with K5.2 million delivered as cash and K6 million designated for member uniforms. Chief Executive Officer William Mabulekesi of NBM Pension Administration...

National Bank of Malawi has provided K15 million worth of sanitation equipment to Mzuzu City Council as part of a broader K200 million corporate responsibility program supporting communities throughout the nation. Accounts Relationship Manager Gift Patsanja explained that the bank solicited...

Malawi authorities have returned William Liabunya to his position leading the Electricity Generation Company following a court decision that dismissed criminal accusations against him and two colleagues. The Chief Resident Magistrate Court in Blantyre acquitted Liabunya alongside Corporate...

Malawi's Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare Minister Mary Navicha emphasized the necessity of sustained financial backing for the Malawi Council for Disability Affairs during the launch of the organization's annual Flag Week at Parliament in Lilongwe. She contributed K1 million...

South African authorities have filed criminal charges against Operation Dudula activists after violent confrontations erupted during protests outside the G20 summit venue in Johannesburg. Police deployed tear gas and pepper spray when demonstrators attempted to breach designated protest zones...

Leaders attending the G20 summit in Johannesburg reached an agreement on a joint declaration despite the absence of American representatives, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announcing the consensus during opening remarks at the Nasrec Expo Centre. The document emphasizes climate...

A hijacking suspect wielding a toy firearm was shot by elite police officers after attempting to commandeer a vehicle transporting members of South Africa's National Intervention Unit near the G20 summit venue in Johannesburg. The lone assailant confronted the officers and tried to force them...

Paul Pogba will make his competitive return after more than two years when AS Monaco faces Rennes in Ligue 1 action. The 32-year-old French midfielder last appeared in a match for Juventus in September 2023, before a doping violation led to an extended absence from professional football. His ban...

South African leader Cyril Ramaphosa urged wealthy nations to prioritize developing regions during the inaugural African-hosted Group of Twenty proceedings at Johannesburg's Nasrec Expo Centre. The president invoked Nelson Mandela's legacy while advocating for reforms addressing inequality...

Johannesburg municipal power supplier City Power has demanded an end to harassment and threats directed at field technicians following the circulation of footage showing staff being confronted during disconnection activities in Turffontein. Spokesperson Isaac Mangena condemned public...

South African authorities reported zero security violations during the opening of the Group of Twenty summit at the Nasrec Expo Centre, where leaders from major economies gathered to address debt restructuring, environmental policy, and economic development initiatives. Deputy National Police...