The storm, which has killed 21 people already, has hit several countries in southeastern Africa and is on track to last longer than the record of 31 days.
Author: Lynsey Chutel
South Africa’s Embattled Deputy President Resigns
Despite scandal and controversy, David Mabuza remained in office for five years, only leaving once he had lost power within the governing African National Congress party.
South African President Declares ‘State of Disaster’ Over Power Crisis
President Cyril Ramaphosa, facing rising public wrath, on Thursday declared a “state of disaster” and pledged to end an energy crisis that threatens economic and political stability.
Apartheid-Era Assassin in South Africa Is Stabbed Days Before Release Date
Janusz Walus, who killed the charismatic anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani, was stabbed just before he was due to be freed on parole, in a ruling that ignited anger in South Africa. He survived.
Jacob Zuma’s Release Was Unlawful, South African Court Rules
The Supreme Court decision raises the possibility that former President Jacob Zuma, who was granted medical parole from a contempt-of-court sentence, may have to return to prison.
Teenagers Died of Asphyxiation in South Africa Tavern, Parents Are Told
Health officials met with families that had waited more than two months to learn why 21 teenagers died one June night in an overcrowded bar.
Police Arrest Owner of South African Tavern Where 21 Teenagers Died
Two employees were also arrested. Investigators have yet to say what killed the teenagers, who were found one June night collapsed in an overcrowded bar.
At Least 21 Dead After 3 Tavern Shootings in South Africa
The shootings further highlighted concerns about safety, coming only two weeks after 21 teenagers died mysteriously in a coastal city tavern.
South Africa’s Corruption Inquiry Leaves Few of the Nation’s Powerful Unscathed
The final portion of a three-year investigation reported graft on a massive scale under former President Jacob Zuma, but also found the current president’s actions wanting.
Africa’s First Covid-19 Vaccine Factory Has Not Received a Single Order
Aspen Pharmacare, in South Africa, was licensed to produce the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. It was hailed as an answer to Africa’s struggle to get access to vaccines.