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Analyst: “US President Donald Trump’s executive order for Afrikaaner solidarity, safety, and rights is not surprising”

Kouthar Sambo 11 February 2025

By Kouthar Sambo South Africa’s G20 theme is Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability. South Africa will be heading four strategic foreign policy pillars: national interests, the African agenda, South-South cooperation, and multilateralism. Additionally, the South African Chamber of Commerce in the United States of America (USA) has expressed confidence in South Africa hosting the G20

Jacob Zuma orders daughter to apologize for remarks on Floyd Shivambu

Ragheema Mclean 11 February 2025

In his capacity as MK Party leader, Jacob Zuma has directed his daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, to issue a public apology for her social media comments about the party’s secretary-general, Floyd Shivambu. Zuma-Sambudla sparked controversy after calling Shivambu “useless” and “the worst thing that happened to MK,” leading to backlash from

Muslim mortuary approved for Mowbray Cemetery

Ragheema Mclean 11 February 2025

The Moslem Cemetery Board has confirmed that plans to develop a dedicated Muslim mortuary at Mowbray Cemetery have officially been approved. This follows the City of Cape Town’s recent approval of the building plans, which would mark a significant step toward improving burial services for the Muslim community. Speaking on

Grieving father says justice finally prevailed

Loushe Jordaan Gilbert 11 February 2025

Azmir Oosthuizen, father of Emaan Solomons who was fatally wounded in gang crossfire in Ocean View five years ago said he can finally grieve peacefully now that those responsible for the death of his beloved daughter is finally sentenced for her murder. The Western Cape High Court found the suspects

Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s first president, dies aged 95

Aneeqa Du Plessis 10 February 2025

By Rachel Mohamed Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s first president, has passed away at the age of 95. Nujoma, a revered leader, became the country’s first president following its independence from South Africa in 1990. The Namibian presidency confirmed his death over the weekend, with President Nangolo Mbumba stating that Nujoma had

Trump escalates stance on South Africa with executive order on Afrikaner resettlement

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 10 February 2025

The United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump has intensified his stance on South Africa, following earlier claims about land confiscation. In a controversial move, Trump has directed U.S. officials to prioritise the resettlement of Afrikaners as refugees, and on Friday, he signed an executive order halting financial aid to South

The Green Connection weighs in on Ramaphosa’s energy plans and renewable future

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 10 February 2025

Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address last week, energy and electricity remain critical issues for South Africans. With ongoing challenges in the sector, we turn to The Green Connection for expert insight into the government’s plans, sustainability efforts, and what this means for the country’s energy future.

Increased police presence at Nyanga taxi rank after devastating fire

Ragheema Mclean 10 February 2025

Police has deployed additional officers to the Nyanga taxi rank following a fire on Sunday night (9 February) that destroyed 13 taxis, four sprinter buses, and a civilian vehicle. Emergency services were called to the scene after flames were seen engulfing several vehicles. SAPS detectives have opened a case of

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