insert_link South Africa SA’s Asset Forfeiture Unit Secures Preservation Order of Over 43 Million Rand The South African Asset Forfeiture Unit has successfully obtained a preservation order exceeding 43 million rand. This order specifically targets four properties and two bank accounts associated with Ngoy Timothee Makwamba, the former Defence Attaché for the Democratic Republic of Congo in South Africa. Lumka Mahanjana, the NPA regional spokesperson, disclosed that Makwamba allegedly participated in a transaction where the DRC embassy paid 49.6 million rand to the Denel Group […] todayApril 3, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa uMkhonto weSizwe Party Appeals SA IEC Decision on Jacob Zuma’s Candidacy The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has lodged an appeal with the South African Electoral Court challenging the decision made by the Independent Electoral Commission to remove former president Jacob Zuma from its list of candidates. Following the IEC's decision to uphold an objection to Zuma's candidature last week, effectively disqualifying him from standing for legislative seats in the upcoming general elections, the MK party has accused the IEC of not adhering […] todayApril 3, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa SA Political Parties Unite to Petition President Ramaphosa on Electoral Matters Amendment Bill Several South African political parties, including the African Christian Democratic Party, the DA, and the African Transformation Movement, have collectively appealed to President Cyril Ramaphosa to send the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill back to the National Assembly for reconsideration. They urge Ramaphosa to delay the bill's implementation pending further review. These parties argue that certain aspects of the bill are unconstitutional, particularly concerning its impact on the allocation of public […] todayApril 3, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa DA Calls for Urgent Debate and Vote on Motion of No Confidence Against SA’s National Assembly Speaker The Democratic Alliance in South Africa has demanded an immediate debate and vote on a motion of no confidence against the country's National Assembly Speaker, Mapisa-Nqakula. The party argues that Parliament must hold the speaker accountable, citing serious allegations against her, including charges of corruption and money laundering. Siviwe Gwarube of the DA emphasizes that the integrity and credibility of the National Assembly are on the line. todayApril 3, 2024 30
insert_link Environment South Africa’s Cabinet approves end to lion and rhino breeding South Africa’s cabinet has approved a phased end to the captive breeding of lions and rhinos as the country plans to end practices that have corrupted its reputation as a custodian of some of the world’s biggest wildlife populations. SA’s cabinet, according to Bloomberg, also agreed to limit the hunting of leopards and hold off on a push to resume the international trade of elephant ivory. todayApril 2, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa South African court rejects Mapisa-Nqakula’s bid to stop arrest The High Court in Pretoria has dismissed South Africa’s former speaker of Parliament Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula's attempt to stop her arrest. Justice Sulet Potterill said if the court were to grant Mapisa-Nqakula's application, all suspects would make such an appointment to prevent their arrest. Potterill ruled that the court could not declare an arrest unlawful before it happened. The Judge also struck the application from the roll and ordered her to […] todayApril 2, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa African Transformation Movement Raises Concerns Over SA’s Digital Nomad Visa Bill The African Transformation Movement in South Africa has voiced significant concerns regarding the introduction of a Digital Nomad visa Bill. The party argues that this move undermines the universally accepted principle that visas should only be granted to foreign nationals contributing to the host nation's economy through employment and tax payments. According to Zama Ntshona, spokesperson for the ATM, the introduction of the Bill contradicts the principles of economic development […] todayApril 2, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa The African Christian Democratic Party of South Africa Criticizes ANC’s Accusations Regarding Gaza Conflict Support The African Christian Democratic Party of South Africa has expressed strong disapproval of a poster released by the ANC, in which it accuses the ACDP and other political parties of endorsing violence against men, women, and children in Gaza. ACDP officials recently conducted a peace mission to Israel last month. Marie Sukers, a representative of the ACDP, stated that the ANC's actions over the past decade, particularly regarding the Israel-Gaza […] todayApril 2, 2024 9
insert_link Environment Protected products: what makes lamb from South Africa’s Karoo and France’s Mont Saint-Michel so special By Johann Kirsten, Stellenbosch University A meal or food shopping experience can be more interesting and enjoyable when you know more about a particular product, like what region it came from and the culture that shaped it. Knowing what makes the food “unique” can improve the tasting experience. Think about drinking an ice-cold glass of “real” Champagne from France or the satisfaction of serving your dinner guests […] todayApril 2, 2024 11
