Anke Rousseau
Anke Rousseau reports on foreign affairs and Pan-African developments from Cape Town for Africa Pulse Media's herald desk. She follows diplomatic shifts, regional institutions and cross-border policy, using interviews, field reporting and regional contacts to unpack what changes mean for South Africa and the wider continent in concise, context-rich dispatches.
Articles by this author
South African Women Eye Global Pickleball Stage After Vietnam Gold
South African-born Israeli athletes advance to World Cup after Vietnam tournament victory
Forced from homes: 50,000 migrants face violence and homelessness in South Africa
Migrants and refugees face systematic violence and displacement across South Africa.
South Africa's Digital Creators Operate Without Safety Nets, Study Warns
Creators shape public discourse but lack training, legal support and safety infrastructure.
Africa's AI Future Rests on Unglamorous Foundations, Not Hype
Building reliable infrastructure and workforce capacity must precede AI deployment across the continent.
South Africa Hikes Sugar Import Price; Consumers Face Higher Costs for Food, Drinks
Tariff increase on imported sugar will raise costs for households and food manufacturers across the country.
Justice System Under Scrutiny as Crime Kingpin Testimony Shakes Gauteng Courts
Corruption allegations and criminal cases test public trust in law enforcement and institutions across South Africa
Africa faces isolation as global cooperation weakens; small nations lose voice
Weakening global institutions threaten African nations' ability to negotiate collectively on security, trade and climate.
South Africa's Offshore Oil and Gas Reserves Could Power Nation for Decades
Exploration firms update resource estimates for South Africa's Orange Basin block.
China's Xi Heads to Egypt with Billions in Investment, Military Ties at Stake
Beijing deepens economic and military ties as Xi visits Egypt for first time in a decade.
Millions jobless as South Africa struggles to create work; officials eye growth push
South Africa expands public-private partnership to tackle unemployment and accelerate economic growth.
Africa's Raw Materials Trapped in Colonial Supply Chains; SADC Pushes Back
Regional leaders push to break Africa's dependence on exporting raw materials and importing finished goods.
South Africa's Justice System Tested as Xenophobia Threatens Fair Trial for Defendant
Public pressure and legal process collide in citizenship dispute with far-reaching implications.
South African Artists Bear Rising Cost of Preserving Own Visual Legacy
Independent creators shoulder financial burden as institutional support for visual culture documentation collapses.
South African Rugby Coaches Excel at Home but Face Global Opportunity Gap
Proven South African rugby coaches struggle to secure equivalent roles in international competition.
South Africa's highest court halts Shell's offshore drilling plans, protecting coastal com
Court affirms coastal residents' right to meaningful participation in development decisions
Crackdown on Migrant Workers Fails to Create Jobs for South Africans, Study Shows
Restricting migrant workers worsens conditions for all low-wage earners in South Africa
Severe Drought Devastates South Africa's Famous Wildflower Season
Rainfall deficit and heat waves collapse the region's iconic winter bloom display
South Africa's Democracy Faces Urgent Repair, Former Finance Minister Warns
Governance failures and institutional erosion threaten public services and economic opportunity across the nation.
Africa's Anti-Migrant Wave: When Economic Pain Fuels Border Hostility
Structural economic failures drive scapegoating of migrants across the continent.
Moroccan-American Hip-Hop Star Brings Two-City South African Tour This December
Rapper to headline inaugural AFROTRAX live series across two South African cities in December.
Patients with blood cancer face critical shortage as South Africa's stem cell donor regist
Misconceptions about donation deter registrations needed to save lives
South Africa's Alcohol Crisis: One Activist's Push to Break a Nation's Drinking Habit
Communities demand action on alcohol's toll on families and public safety.
Africa's Development Leaders Map Path to Translate Pledges Into Real Change for Citizens
Summit in Lagos establishes framework for translating African development pledges into measurable outcomes.
Judge Faces Accountability for Fabricated Case Citations in AI-Assisted Ruling
Judicial system grapples with accountability gap after AI-assisted ruling contains fabricated citations.
Two African Nations Pull Further Ahead in Global Travel Freedom Rankings
Mauritius and Seychelles lead continent in visa access while other nations lag behind.
South Africa's Defence Chief Attends Military Ties Event at Chinese Embassy Reception
South African and Chinese military leaders discuss deepening defence cooperation at embassy reception.
South Africa's Workers and Farmers Brace for Higher US Trade Costs
Export-dependent sectors face margin pressure as tariff raises costs for American sales.
Mismanagement costs Johannesburg billions as Cape Town's property market surges ahead
Governance failures drive Johannesburg's commercial property collapse relative to Cape Town.
South Africa's Accountability Delayed: Court Pauses Presidential Impeachment Over Farmgate
Court delays parliamentary inquiry into president's handling of stolen farm cash
Government Backs South Africa's Hockey Teams for World Cup Push
Government grant removes financial strain on athletes preparing for international competition.
Drug Safety Oversight Gaps Put South African Patients at Risk
Compounding pharmacies raise urgent questions about tracking medicine safety in real-world use
Fading Stars Find Second Life on South African Concert Stages
Aging pop stars find renewed audiences in South Africa's concert venues and arenas.
Women Leaders Shape Africa's Economic Future at Johannesburg Summit
Women entrepreneurs and public-sector leaders converge to translate policy into investment and trade partnerships.
South Africa's Justice System in Crisis: 96% Say Crime Goes Unpunished
Public trust in criminal justice collapses as prosecution bottlenecks block accountability
Intra-continental trade hits $220 billion, reshaping economic opportunity across Africa
African businesses deepen internal trade, creating jobs and reshaping continental economic ties
Viewers Vote on South Africa's Best-Kept Secrets in New BBC Interactive Series
Audiences shape travel storytelling through voting on South Africa's undiscovered destinations.
South Africa's Anti-Migrant Violence Drives Thousands to Flee; Citizens Face Daily Safety
Xenophobic violence displaces migrants while structural failures remain unaddressed
South Africa's Youth Jobs Crisis Fuels Scapegoating of Migrants, President Warns
Economic desperation and anti-immigrant sentiment collide in a nation facing structural unemployment.
South Africa's Faltering Port Threatens Farmers, Workers and Everyday Consumers
Deteriorating port infrastructure undermines agricultural exports and supply chains across the nation.
Lawmakers Push Back on Stalled Lottery Fraud Investigations
Parliament demands faster action on lottery fund corruption cases affecting vulnerable communities
Luxury car seized in Tembisa Hospital corruption probe; dealer arrested
Public funds allegedly diverted from hospital care surface in asset recovery investigation.
Central Africa Grapples with Surging Ebola Deaths as WHO Warns of Containment Risks
Armed conflict and population displacement complicate disease control efforts across the region.
Nation Divided Over Immigration Policy as South Africa Weighs Security Priorities
Competing visions on border enforcement and migrant rights shape political landscape
Budget Airline Collapses After Three Decades, Leaving Travelers Stranded Globally
Budget carrier's sudden collapse disrupts global travel and raises pricing concerns.