The Listening Post

President Zuma and the media in South Africa

We explore Zuma's grip on broadcasters, and Wikimedia Foundation on facts, trust and open source knowledge.

Africa

Tropical Cyclone Dineo bears down on Madagascar

The fifth cyclone of the Southern Hemisphere cyclone season threatens flooding in Mozambique and South Africa.

Talk to Al Jazeera

Trevor Noah: 'Any leader tweeting policy is ridiculous'

The TV host and comedian on his new book "Born a Crime", the link between comedy and politics, and Donald Trump.

Africa

Punches fly as South Africa's Zuma delivers key speech

Chaos erupts in parliament as security forces drag opposition MPs trying to interrupt president out of the chamber.

Health

Could decriminalising sex work reduce HIV rates?

South African activists call for the decriminalisation of sex work to protect human rights and reduce spread of HIV.

Human Rights

Illicit miners scrape for diamonds on abandoned mines

In South Africa digging for diamonds with picks, shovels is only means of income for many, though it is against the law.

Africa

S Africa: White men in court over racist coffin attack

The two accused face assault charges after video emerged online showing them forcing a black man into a coffin.

Islamophobia

'Islamophobia to blame' for South Africa mosque attacks

Muslim leaders call for calm and unity after mosques in Cape Town are defiled with pig blood and a pig's snout.

Politics

South Africa: Zuma calls for ANC unity, admits mistakes

President Jacob Zuma calls for end to ANC infighting as South Africa's ruling party marks 105 years since its formation.

Politics

South Africa's ANC marks 105 years amid deep divisions

President Zuma to address party members in Soweto just months after surviving a no-confidence vote.

Women's Rights

Lady Liberty brings legal options to South Africa women

A mobile legal office hits the road to empower and defend South African women.

Talk to Al Jazeera

2016 in review: The best from Talk to Al Jazeera

We revisit some of the year's most interesting and impactful interviews.

Africa

Rebels kill S African peacekeeper and policeman in DRC

Clashes between security forces and rebel fighters come amid rising tension as President Kabila's mandate runs out.

audio

The Poachers Pipeline: Exposing wildlife trafficking

Our panellists discuss The Poachers Pipeline, Al Jazeera's investigation into the illegal rhino horn trade.

slavery

Cape Town slave descendants share stories of strength

An exhibit on South Africa's history of slavery helps a new generation understand their heritage.