THE AFRICA BRIEFING

Africa first. Globally informed.

A live briefing on significant developments shaping South Africa and the continent—across current affairs, business, leadership, and society.

SOUTH AFRICA

NC police sergeant accused of murdering partner out on R3 000 bail

NC police sergeant accused of murdering partner out on R3 000 bail

SABC NEWS · 23 OCT 2026

Quinton Cloete has been charged in connection with the alleged murder of 27-year-old Farren Maarman.

Mabuyane notes findings against former Fort Hare VC

Mabuyane notes findings against former Fort Hare VC

SABC NEWS · 23 OCT 2026

Mabuyane was de-registered from his Master’s Degree studies during Buhlungu’s tenure.

BUSINESS & ECONOMY

Numsa National Congress delayed due to unresolved issues

Numsa National Congress delayed due to unresolved issues

SABC NEWS · 23 OCT 2026

The committee says Irvin Jim’s actions are seen to be unlawful and unconstitutional.

Diko calls for urgent action to finalise SABC funding model

Diko calls for urgent action to finalise SABC funding model

SABC NEWS · 23 OCT 2026

Diko spoke to SABC News during the 16th annual Percy Qoboza memorial lecture at Unisa in Pretoria

AFRICA

New famine risk haunts war-torn Sudan with El Niño-driven drought

New famine risk haunts war-torn Sudan with El Niño-driven drought

SABC NEWS · 23 OCT 2026

The worst-hit areas are Darfur and the Kordofan region, the WFP said.

Building collapses in Kenyan capital, rescuers on the scene

Building collapses in Kenyan capital, rescuers on the scene

SABC NEWS · 23 OCT 2026

It was not immediately clear what caused the building to collapse.