Kholofelo Morena

Kholofelo Morena

Southern African Correspondent based in Johannesburg
478 Articles

Eswatini Seeks Belarus Aid for Ailing Health Sector

Mbabane, Eswatini – Eswatini is pinning its hopes on a new partnership with Belarus to revitalize its beleaguered healthcare system.…

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Zambia Concludes SADC Organ Chairmanship

Lusaka, Zambia – Zambia has expressed gratitude to SADC member states for their support during its chairmanship of the Organ…

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Nigerian Drug Baron Arrested in Imo Mansion After Fleeing South Africa

Imo State, Nigeria - The operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a notorious drug lord,…

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President Samia Appoints Third Spy Chief in Two Years

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has appointed Suleiman Abubakar Mombo as the new head of Tanzania Intelligence and Security Services (TISS),…

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UN Report Accuses Uganda of Backing M23 Rebels in DR Congo

Paris, France - July 8th, 2024 - A new report by the United Nations has ignited fresh tensions in the…

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UN Accuses Rwanda of Backing M23 Rebels in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces a fresh escalation in its long-running conflict with the M23 rebel group, as…

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Burkina Faso Junta to Criminalize Homosexuality

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso - Burkina Faso's military junta has taken a significant step towards outlawing homosexuality, adopting a draft amendment…

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Kenya’s Credit Rating Cut Deeper into “Junk” Territory

Nairobi, Kenya - Kenya's creditworthiness took a hit on Monday as Moody's, a credit ratings agency, downgraded the country's sovereign…

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Zambia Hands Over School to Turkish Foundation

Zambia and Turkey have taken a bold step towards strengthening their educational ties with the handover of Kabulonga Trust School…

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South Africa Lures Investors with New Government

Johannesburg, South Africa - South Africa's political shift has triggered a welcome change of heart among foreign investors. Following the…

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Militia Attack Targets Chinese Miners in DR Congo

Beni, Democratic Republic of Congo / Beijing, China - A brutal militia attack on a Chinese-run mining site in northeastern…

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Congo’s Disarray Fuels Wider War Fears as Rebels Gain Ground

GOMA, Democratic Republic of Congo - A recent court martial exposing the disarray within the Congolese army raises serious concerns…

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Minister McKenzie Donates R2.68M Salary to Missing Children’s Fund

Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has announced he will donate his entire annual salary of R2.68 million to the Joshlin Smith…

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Foreign Vendor Shot Dead in Alleged Hijacking in Durban

A foreign vendor was shot and killed during an apparent hijacking attempt in Jacobs, Durban, on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024.…

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University Boosts Student Success with Data and Collaboration

Johannesburg, South Africa - Wits University is revamping its approach to student success, with a focus on data-driven programs, integrated…

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