History

Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First African and Female Olympic President
- By the Editor
- . 22 March 2025
In a moment that will reverberate across the sporting and political landscape of Africa and the world, Zimbabwean Olympic legend

African Scientists Set Genomics ‘World Speed Record’ in Confirming Ebola Case
- By the Editor
- . 22 March 2025
In a milestone for Africa’s genomic surveillance capabilities, scientists in Uganda and South Africa confirmed within 24 hours that Ebola

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Makes History as Namibia’s First Female President
- By the Editor
- . 21 March 2025
In a defining moment for Namibian and African history, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was officially sworn in as Namibia’s first female president

South Africa Imposes 10-Year Fishing Ban to Protect Endangered African Penguins
- By the Editor
- . 19 March 2025
In a landmark conservation victory, the Pretoria High Court has issued a decisive ruling to safeguard the critically endangered African

African Leaders Approve a Financial Stability Mechanism
- By the Editor
- . 19 February 2025
African leaders have approved the establishment of the African Financial Stability Mechanism (AFSM), a continental financial safety net aimed at