Andrew Geoghegan

As the Football World Cup enters its final week another kind of international tournament is underway in South Africa. Audio

The South African government has called for an end to violent street protests over poor living conditions as it marked the 50th anniversary of the Sharpeville massacre. Audio

Thousands of ANC supporters have been celebrating in South Africa as the party takes the lead in the presidential election. Audio

In South Africa the ruling African National Congress has taken a commanding early lead . Audio

The polls in South Africa have just opened in what may be the most competitive election since the end of apartheid in 1994. Audio

The African National Congress is facing its toughest challenge since coming to power 15 years ago. Audio

In Zimbabwe a proposed power sharing agreement seems to have fallen apart before it even began. Audio

Southern African leaders have gathered for what are being billed as"make or break"talks for Zimbabwe's political future. Audio

South African president Thabo Mbeki flew to Zimbabwe to mediate. Audio

One of the few groups allowed to observe Zimbabwe's election has described it as neither free nor fair. Audio

The election is only 8 days away, and already opposition supporters are accusing the government of condoning several beatings. Audio

Over the weekend there was a recount of votes for 18 crucial parliamentary seats, the ruling Zanu-PF party has lost control. Audio

Zimbabwe's opposition is claiming victory based on early results in the country's elections. Audio

There are more fears President Mugabe governing party could rig the election in Zimbabwe. Audio

A few days out from the Zimbabwe election, there are more fears the government of Robert Mugabe is attempting to rig the poll. Audio

After Mr Mugabe's 28 years in power, his country is facing economic ruin. Audio