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South Africa Urges Rwanda’s M23 to Cease Hostilities and Withdraw from DRC

South Africa Permanent Representative at the United Nations ambassador, Mathu Joyini, has called for Rwanda’s M23 to immediately cease all hostile actions and withdraw from the Democratic Republic of Congo. This comes after 13 soldiers including nine South African National Defence Force members were killed in clashes with M23 rebels. Addressing the UN Security Council emergency meeting on Sunday, Joyini said it is crucial for the Rwanda Defence Forces […]

27 January, 2025

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DA Urges Minister to Brief Parliament on DRC Crisis

The DA is calling on minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, to urgently brief Parliament on the deteriorating situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This comes after M23 rebels in the eastern DRC killed nine South African National Defence Force soldiers last week. The DA’s, Chris Hattingh, says a detailed report to members of Parliament will help determine how best to withdraw the SANDF from the […]

27 January, 2025

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DA renewes call for South African Defence Force withdrawal from the DRC

The DA has renewed its call for the South African Defence Force withdrawal from the Democratic Republic of Congo after the death of the soldiers. DA spokesperson Chris Hattingh criticised the SANDF’s lack of communication and questioned its preparedness, citing years of budget cuts. He demands an end to the deployment amid escalating conflict:

27 January, 2025

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EFF says it will be opening a criminal case against Public Works minister

The EFF says it will be opening a criminal case against Public Works and Infrastructure minister, Dean Macpherson, over what it describes as his corrupt interference in the affairs of the Independent Development Trust. The minister is accused of bypassing the Trust’s executive leadership and board, by emailing a junior staff member to demand a report on the payment delays to Lonerock Construction. The company was appointed to rehabilitate sinkholes […]

22 January, 2025

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DA in Gauteng says the potential for theft in Ekurhuleni continues to increase

DA in Gauteng says the potential for theft, fraud, and corruption in Ekurhuleni continues to increase, due to the political machinations of the ANC-EFF coalition. This is as the coalition has been wrangling over the vacancy of the Finance Committee chairperson. The position has been vacant since the 30th of September last year. The DA’s, Lucky Dinake, says the extended length of this vacancy has set a dangerous precedent […]

22 January, 2025

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South Africa’s says it cannot yet determine its stance on a common BRICS currency

South Africa's Deputy president Paul Mashatile says his country cannot yet determine its stance on a common BRICS currency. Highlighting the country’s reliance on the US dollar, Mashatile emphasised the need for caution in trade decisions. He noted that while discussions continue, South Africa must prioritise its economic stability before committing to such significant shifts:

22 January, 2025

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S.A’s Ramaphosa calls for global cooperation to tackle 21st century challenges

S.A's Ramaphosa calls for global cooperation to tackle 21st century challenges such as climate change, pandemics, poverty, and geopolitical tensions. In his address, he stressed that united action is crucial to addressing these crises and ensuring progress for all nations. Ramaphosa urged world leaders to prioritise collaboration, and highlighted the role of institutions like the G20 in promoting solidarity and inclusive growth, particularly for the world’s poorest and most […]

22 January, 2025

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S.A President says his country will focus its G20 Presidency on solidarity

S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will focus its G20 Presidency on solidarity, equality, and sustainable development adding that the G20 is important in shaping and strengthening global architecture and governance on major international economic issues. In his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Ramaphosa, says it is important to foster cooperation to deal with the challenges the world faces:

22 January, 2025

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South African Police Hunt Suspects in Fatal Shooting Outside Lenasia Court

South Africa's Police are searching for two suspects who fatally shot a 27-year-old man outside the Lenasia Magistrate's Court in Gauteng. The victim, a witness in a murder trial, was approached and shot without warning. One other person was wounded. Gauteng police spokesperson Mavela Masondo has appealed to anyone with information to contact their nearest police station to aid the investigation:

22 January, 2025