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UNAIDS: Eastern and Southern Africa cuts HIV infections and AIDS deaths by 62% since 2010
Four decades into the global HIV response, Eastern and Southern Africa has made significant progress in reducing new infections and AIDS-related deaths. A new UNAIDS Special Report, launched ahead of the 26th International AIDS Conference, shows a 62-percent decline in both new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths in the region since 2010. But UNAIDS says that progress remains fragile, with millions of people still living with HIV and prevention and treatment programmes facing challenges. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports...
Amnesty accuses Russia of trafficking foreign nationals into military service in Ukraine
Amnesty International says Russia has used deceptive, coercive and exploitative practices to recruit foreign nationals into its military forces and send them to fight in Ukraine. This is according to a new briefing published today. The organisation says in many cases this amounts to the human rights violation and crime of human trafficking, which remains widespread in Russia and which the international community should urgently address. Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.
African Arty Beats: Exploring the continent’s vibrant arts, culture and creative talent
Here's this week's segment of the African Arty Beats.
Global Flyways Summit focuses on protecting migratory birds and vital habitats
The Global Flyways Summit gets underway in Nairobi, Kenya today, bringing together governments, scientists, conservation organisations and financial institutions to discuss the protection of migratory birds and the habitats they depend on.Migratory birds travel across countries and continents each year, relying on a network of wetlands, feeding grounds and resting sites along the way. The summit will focus on how these habitats can be protected, as bird populations face growing pressures from habitat loss and environmental degradation.For more on what’s at stake and what the summit hopes to achieve, we’re joined from Nairobi by Martin Harper, CEO of BirdLife International.
9/11 at 25: Assessing how governments have responded to evolving security threats
On The Discourse today, we reflect on 25 years since the 9/11 attacks in the United States, and how they changed the way governments understand and respond to security threats. On 11 September 2001, al-Qaeda hijackers seized four passenger planes. Two were flown into New York's World Trade Center, another struck the Pentagon, and a fourth crashed in Pennsylvania. Nearly 3,000 people were killed. In the years since, questions have remained about warnings that were missed, intelligence that was not properly connected, and whether governments drew the right strategic conclusions. A quarter of a century on, are governments better prepared to recognise the next major threat? For more on this, we're joined by Dr Terence McNamee, a senior fellow at the Montreal Institute for Global Security.
Six Nigerians face extradition to US over alleged $6 million online romance scam
South African and United States law-enforcement authorities are stepping up their fight against transnational organised crime, with six Nigerian nationals set to be extradited to the United States today. The men are alleged to be members of the Black Axe organised criminal network and are wanted in the US on charges of wire fraud and money laundering. They are accused of defrauding more than 100 people, including pensioners and businesspeople, of more than $6 million US dollars through sophisticated online romance scams. The Hawks and INTERPOL South Africa say the extradition underscores growing international cooperation in tackling organised crime that operates across borders. For more on this, we are joined on the line by Spokesperson for the South African Police, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe...
Kenya foreign trader ban faces legal challenge over regional integration and EAC treaty obligations
The Law Society of Kenya has criticized the government's directive banning foreign nationals from operating as small-scale traders and hawkers. The Society has warned that the order by President William Ruto violates critical regional treaties. A week ago, president Ruto made an announcement that foreign traders and small business owners had until the 7th of September to shut their stores. He was addressing a micro, small and medium-sized enterprise traders at State House in Capital Nairobi. The Law Society says this order breaches the East African Community Treaty and the Common Market Protocol. To discuss this further we are joined Teresia Wavinya Nicholas, Vice President of the Law of Society Kenya
DRC school fire kills more than 20 children as stampede claims lives in Bukavu
A fire in the DR Congo has killed more than 20 children. Authorities say at least 24 schoolchildren are feared dead in a stampede as they tried to flee a fire that engulfed two schools in rebel-held Bukavu in the eastern DRC. 300 houses have also been destroyed in the fire. The tragedy follows a similar fire in Kinshasa last weekend, where residents died in a stampede at a wedding banquet hall.For the latest we are now joined by Jimmy Shukrani Bakonera, Channel Africa correspondent in the DRC
Africa Roundup: Key Stories Shaping Africa and the World in the Past 24 Hours
Time now for our daily Africa Roundup. Each morning, just after the six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the continent and the world over the past 24 hours. With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context - helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead
SADAG Urges South Africans to Start Conversations on Suicide Prevention
As countries mark World Suicide Prevention Day 2026 today - the 10th of September, the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has launched its annual suicide prevention campaign with a message: "Every Conversation Counts". The campaign highlights the power of starting conversations about suicide and mental health. SADAG says sometimes, simply asking someone how they are, listening without judgement, and creating a safe space to talk can make a meaningful difference. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), suicide rates in Africa remain a critical public health concern. We spoke to Lebohang Mokoena, Volunteer Training Coordinator at SADAG
African Rights Commission Marks 40 Years of Human Rights Progress and Challenges
It’s time now for The Discourse, and this morning we go to Senegal, where the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights is conducting a pre-mission ahead of its 89th Ordinary Session. The mission is part of preparations for the session, which will also mark 40 years since the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights came into force — a milestone for Africa’s human-rights system. The anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on four decades of progress, as well as the challenges that remain in promoting and protecting human rights across the continent.For more on this, we crossed to Dakar, Senegal, and spoke to Abiola Idowu-Ojo, Executive Secretary of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
Burundi-Kenya tensions rise over treatment of Burundian nationals and reciprocal measures
Burundi's Foreign Affairs Minister Édouard Bizimana, has warned that continued anti-Burundian rhetoric and alleged harassment of Burundian nationals in Kenya could lead to reciprocal changes affecting Kenyans living in Burundi. Bizimana posted the statement on social media following a directive by Kenyan President William Ruto ordering a crackdown on undocumented foreign nationals and restricting small-scale, petty trading businesses to local citizens. Ruto had set Monday as the deadline for foreigners operating small-scale businesses to cease work. Long queues were seen outside Burundi's embassy in the capital, Nairobi, Burundians seeking repatriation. We spoke to Emery Pacifique Igiraneza, President of the Movement for Patriotic actions - MAP Burundi Buhire
Sudan aid cuts threaten essential health services as humanitarian needs reach record levels
As world leaders prepare to gather at the UN General Assembly, aid agencies are urging governments and institutional donors to maintain support for essential health services in Sudan. They say as the ongoing war drives Sudan's needs, funding cuts are shrinking the response to the world's largest humanitarian crisis. An estimated 33.7 million people are projected to need humanitarian aid in 2026, representing the highest number globally. Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.
Digital banking fraud rises as criminals target victims beyond banking apps
Sameer Kumandan, Director of SearchWorks says fraud can occur without accessing banking apps. The latest report released by the South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC), indicates that banking app-related crime accounted for about 89% of reported digital banking crime cases in 2025 and 70.5% of the total claim amount. Thuto Ngobeni has more…
Mozambique search continues for missing South African after Niassa camp attack
A 30-year-old South African from Limpopo remains missing following an attack at a camp in Mozambique's Niassa Province on the third of September. DIRCO says four other South Africans caught in the incident are safe, with two already back home. The five were part of a group providing services at the camp. Mozambican security forces are searching for the missing man, while South Africa's embassy continues receiving regular updates on the search. Department of International Relations and Cooperation spokesperson Nelson Kgwete tells us more...
South Africa and India seek stronger trade and investment ties as preferential deal talks advance
South Africa is looking to deepen its economic and investment relationship with India, as Brand South Africa presents the country's investment case to Indian government and business leaders in New Delhi. The push comes at a critical time, with India and the Southern African Customs Union moving towards negotiations for a preferential trade agreement. South Africa is also highlighting recent improvements, including the end of load shedding, its exit from the FATF grey list and a sovereign ratings upgrade, as it seeks to attract more foreign investment and position itself as a gateway into the wider African market. Innocent Semosa has more
Central Africa Roundup: Key regional stories and developments in focus
We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the Central Africa region. We speak to Aaron Nga'mbi, Geopolitical Analyst
Africa Roundup: Key African and global developments shaping the day ahead
Time now for our daily Africa Roundup. Each morning, just after the six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the continent and the world over the past 24 hours. With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context - helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead...
Guinea seeks increased trade and investment as political stability opens new opportunities
Guinean First Counsellor in charge of Economic Affairs at the High Commission in South Africa, Santou Dabou, says Guinea is open for business and investment, following the country's recent presidential elections and the formation of what she describes as a stable government. Dabou says the return to political stability is creating opportunities for increased trade, investment and small-business development. She was speaking to Channel Africa on the sidelines of the two-day third edition of the Embassies Business and Conference at the CSIR in the country's capital Pretoria, which concluded this Wednesday. Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe filed this report….
Mandela Rhodes Foundation announces four finalists for 2026 Äänit Prize recognising young African innovators
The Mandela Rhodes Foundation has announced four finalists for the 2026 Äänit Prize, which recognises young African entrepreneurs developing solutions to some of the continent's pressing challenges. The finalists, from Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Zambia, are working in areas including food security, agriculture, climate resilience and education. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange has more...
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