Animal welfare groups have criticised Botswana for killing elephants for meat during its 60th independence celebrations
Botswana authorises killing of 23 elephants for independence festivities Read More »
Wild dogs’ 4,000 km journeys reveal vital connections between Africa’s endangered populations
African wild dogs travel over 4,000 km in search of mates Read More »
Facing financial constraints, the UN World Food Programme closes its Southern Africa bureau, while the region endures the impact of an ongoing El Nino-induced drought.
WFP closes Southern Africa office due to funding cuts Read More »
The 2024 elections in southern Africa marked a significant shift, as liberation parties struggled to maintain power amidst growing economic dissatisfaction and demands for reform from a younger electorate.
Liberation parties face challenges in southern Africa elections Read More »
A severe drought caused by El Niño has devastated southern Africa, leading to widespread hunger and malnutrition.
UN warns of ‘human catastrophe’ in drought-hit southern Africa Read More »
Southern African Development Community officials gathered in Zambia to discuss conflict resolution and political stability in the region.
Regional leaders meet in Zambia to promote peace in Africa Read More »
A nationwide blackout has hit Malawi, leaving hospitals and other essential services crippled.
Power crisis cripples Malawi, hospitals affected Read More »
Malawi secures $11.2 million insurance payout to address the devastating impact of the El Nino-linked drought.
African Development Bank pays $11.2 million to Malawi Read More »
The drought, which began in early 2024, has severely impacted agricultural production across the region
Southern Africa’s El Nino drought hits 68M, regional bloc reports Read More »
WFP warns of a deepening crisis as the lean season approaches, urging for urgent aid to prevent widespread malnutrition.
WFP warns of soaring food insecurity in southern Africa Read More »
