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Cyril Ramaphosa

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Africa

South Africa’s new intelligence bill is meant to stem abuses – what’s good and bad about it

  By Jane Duncan, University of Glasgow When South Africa became a constitutional democracy in 1994, it replaced its apartheid-era intelligence apparatus with a new one aimed at serving the country’s new democratic dispensation. However, the regime of former president Jacob Zuma, 2009-2018, deviated from this path. It abused the intelligence services to serve his political and allegdly corrupt ends. Now the country is taking steps to remedy the situation. […]

todayJanuary 12, 2024 5

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President Ramaphosa says South Africa should be recognised as a true champion of human rights

SA President Cyril Ramaphosa says his country should be recognised as a true champion of human rights. This is after South Africa presented its case against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague in the Netherlands yesterday, accusing Israel of committing genocide against the Palestinians living in Gaza. Ramaphosa says the country’s legal team led by Justice minister Ronald Lamola presented sound arguments and he is so […]

todayJanuary 12, 2024 11

South Africa

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the ruling party exist to serve South Africans

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the ruling party exist to serve South Africans and remains the party of choice. He addressed the cake-cutting ceremony at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga yesterday, as the ANC celebrated its 112th anniversary. Ramaphosa says the formation of the ruling party was also to unite people in the country and it has led to the process of ending apartheid.  

todayJanuary 9, 2024 7

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South Africa

ANC’s national executive committee plans to announce its continued coalition partnerships

The ANC’s national executive committee plans to announce its continued coalition partnerships by the end of the month. Notable alliances include those with the EFF and the Patriotic Alliance. The ANC’s head of political education, David Makhura, says that a comprehensive report on the party’s co-governance approach will be finalised in January. These announcements coincide with the ANC’s 112th birthday celebration. Makhura emphasised the party’s commitment to ensuring the legality […]

todayJanuary 9, 2024 3

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South Africa

Resignation calls for Nzimande and Khosa intensify over kickback allegations

Demands for the resignation of South Africa's Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande and National Students Financial Aid Scheme board chair Ernest Khosa have intensified amidst allegations of receiving millions of rand in kickbacks from service providers. Nzimande's spokesperson, Ishmael Mnisi told Newzroom Africa that it’s a witch hunt. Meanwhile, Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen says the party's shadow ministers and student organisation will mass mobilize campaigns for South African President […]

todayJanuary 8, 2024 52

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South Africa

Former South African President Zuma withdraws his support of the ANC ahead of general elections

Advocate Modidima Mannya, speaking to Newzroom Afrika, stressed that as a member of the African National Congress, former South African President Jacob Zuma is obligated to follow the party's constitution. This follows Mr. Zuma's withdrawal of support for the ANC in the upcoming general elections. The ANC currently faces challenges, with recent polls suggesting it may secure less than 50% of next year's votes, potentially leading to the need for […]

todayDecember 18, 2023 18

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South Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa underscored that inequality in the country persists

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa underscored that inequality in the country persists as the foremost hurdle to achieving substantial and enduring reconciliation. Addressing the Day of Reconciliation commemoration in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, Ramaphosa emphasized that advancing reconciliation requires a united endeavor to tackle poverty, unemployment, and diminish inequality. He highlighted the government's dedication to enhancing the economic circumstances of individuals who were deprived of opportunities during apartheid. Acknowledging the enduring consequences […]

todayDecember 18, 2023 18

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South Africa’s Activists and Citizens Forum says the government’s strategy of recruiting more police officers is insufficient

South Africa's Activists and Citizens Forum says the government’s strategy of recruiting more police officers is insufficient to combat rampant crime. The forum argues that as long as criminals possess more power than the Police Service, increased recruitment will be ineffective in curbing crime. Spokesperson Dennis Bloem notes a troubling trend where criminals and society no longer fear law enforcement. Bloem calls for an urgent overhaul of the criminal justice […]

todayDecember 15, 2023 52

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