Press freedom under siege in southern Africa
According to the report, this decline is compounded by shrinking civic space, global tensions, and intensified state efforts to control independent information.
By Staff Reporter
May. 3, 2026
Sadc media freedom push launched under new legal reform partnership
The collaboration combines academic research, legal advocacy, and media influence to turn evidence into action.
By Staff Reporter
May. 3, 2026
SADC sounds warning over unauthorised use of name, logo
“The mere fact of operating within the Southern African region does not confer any right… to adopt the name ‘SADC’ or utilise the SADC brand, identity, or associated trademarks,” the notice said.
By Donald Nyandoro
Apr. 29, 2026
Namibia fuel hub targets Zim, regional markets
The project forms part of a US$3 billion financing facility designed to strengthen intra-African trade in refined petroleum products and lower fuel costs across Southern Africa.
By Business Reporter
Apr. 28, 2026
Puma opens Mhandamabwe rural fuel retail station
PUMA Energy Zimbabwe general manager Patrick Ngugu said location should not hinder one from accessing energy.
By Sukuoluhle Ndlovu
Apr. 23, 2026
Zim students join ‘transformational’ filmmaking academy
Twenty participants from Southern Africa are enrolled for the Lusaka-based course this year.
By Staff Writer
Mar. 6, 2026
Sadc speaks with one voice on SDG7
The Sadc Sustainable Energy Week, which was officially opened by the Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga on behalf of President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
By Edzai Kachirekwa
Mar. 1, 2026
How to get private sector funding for renewable energy projects
If Southern Africa is serious about infrastructure independence, strengthening domestic savings systems and bond markets is not optional. It is foundational.
By Sam Matsekete
Mar. 1, 2026
Finding ‘salvation’ next to the church security fence
Nothing unites residents like free Wi-Fi in a struggling economy, where data is expensive.
By Evans Mathanda
Feb. 20, 2026
The sungura derby: Strategic retreat or respectful deference?
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By Sindiso Dube
May. 10, 2026
