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James A. Abi

James A. Abi Journalist

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James Abi is a journalist, media entrepreneur and founder of Africa Pro 24 Media, an African-focused digital newsroom committed to telling stories that matter to the continent and its people.

His journalism focuses on African politics, business, development, education, entrepreneurship, innovation and the social and economic issues shaping communities across Africa. He is particularly interested in stories that go beyond headlines to examine the people, policies and forces driving change across the continent.

Through Africa Pro 24 Media, James is building a platform that gives African journalists and voices greater space to report on Africa from African perspectives, while producing credible, accessible and impactful journalism for audiences in Africa and around the world.

He is passionate about strengthening African journalism, supporting emerging journalists and using digital media to contribute to a better-informed, development-ready Africa.

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Zimbabwe Farmers Feed ARVs to Chickens in Bid to Boost Growth and Profits Crisis

Zimbabwe Farmers Feed ARVs to Chickens in Bid to Boost Growth and Profits

In a desperate drive to maximise profits, Zimbabwean chicken farmers are regularly buying antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) intended for HIV patients on the black market and mixing them into chicken feed, a practice that is unlawful and poses serious health risks to unsuspecting consumers.

Jul 28, 2026 131
MTN, Vodacom Take Icasa to Court Over Data Expiry Rules Telecommunications

MTN, Vodacom Take Icasa to Court Over Data Expiry Rules

South Africa's two largest mobile network operators, MTN and Vodacom, have launched separate legal challenges against communications regulator Icasa over new consumer protection rules that would force them to automatically roll over unused data bundles, with the regulations due to come into effect in January 2027.

Jul 28, 2026 268
2026 Women's AFCON: South Africa's Campaign Opens with Shock Defeat to Tanzania Football

2026 Women's AFCON: South Africa's Campaign Opens with Shock Defeat to Tanzania

The defending champions, Banyana Banyana, began their quest for a second consecutive Women's Africa Cup of Nations title with a 2-1 loss to a resolute Tanzania side in their Group B opener at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca on Monday evening.

Jul 28, 2026 197
United States Hits South Africa with 12.5% Tariff on Exports World

United States Hits South Africa with 12.5% Tariff on Exports

The United States has enacted a significant trade measure against South Africa, imposing a 12.5% tariff on a broad range of South African exports, effective July 24, 2026, as part of a broader action against 60 economies over forced labour import bans.

Jul 24, 2026 228
President Cyril Ramaphosa Wins Court Interdict, Halts Impeachment Inquiry Politics

President Cyril Ramaphosa Wins Court Interdict, Halts Impeachment Inquiry

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured a significant legal victory after the Western Cape High Court granted an interim interdict halting Parliament's impeachment proceedings over the Phala Phala scandal, temporarily pausing one of the country's most politically sensitive inquiries.

Jul 24, 2026 205
Tinubu Expands Nigerian Army to 12 Divisions, Approves 28,000 New Recruits Politics

Tinubu Expands Nigerian Army to 12 Divisions, Approves 28,000 New Recruits

President Bola Tinubu has approved a major expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions and authorised the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the country's security architecture and improve military operations across various regions.

Jul 24, 2026 168
Former Kenyan Governor Obado Found Guilty of Murdering Pregnant Student Crisis

Former Kenyan Governor Obado Found Guilty of Murdering Pregnant Student

Former Kenyan county governor Okoth Obado has been found guilty of murdering 26-year-old university student Sharon Otieno, who was pregnant with his child at the time of her death in September 2018.

Jul 24, 2026 187
SARB Holds Rates at 7% Despite Rising Inflation Business

SARB Holds Rates at 7% Despite Rising Inflation

The South African Reserve Bank unexpectedly kept its benchmark repo rate unchanged at 7% on Thursday, defying market expectations for an increase as policymakers sought to balance rising inflation risks against a fragile economic recovery.

Jul 24, 2026 201
South Africa's Ramaphosa Faces Impeachment Push Politics

South Africa's Ramaphosa Faces Impeachment Push

A deep political rift has opened in South Africa's Parliament over the proposed impeachment inquiry into President Cyril Ramaphosa, with the ruling ANC proposing a two-stage approach to the Section 89 investigation while opposition parties demand the President give oral testimony immediately.

Jul 23, 2026 161
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