insert_link South Africa South African Minister to meet SANDF chief over Iran comments South African Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Ronald Lamola (Photo: publicsectorleaders.co.za) South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, is expected to meet with South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Chief, General Rudzani Maphwanya, to clarify remarks he made during a visit to Iran. Lamola had praised cooperation with Iran in addressing what he termed “global arrogance and aggressive colonial approaches,” comments that have sparked debate at […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link World EU Calls for Calm Amid Rising Iran-Israel Tensions The European Union has voiced concern over growing tensions between Iran and Israel, calling on both nations to engage in dialogue and avoid further escalation. EU Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, said the bloc is closely monitoring the developing crisis in the Middle East. today26 June, 2025
insert_link Africa Lesotho Foreign Minister Condemns Trump’s Dismissive Remark In a Reuters report, Lesotho’s foreign minister expressed shock and insult on Wednesday over U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that "nobody has ever heard of" the African nation. Trump made the remark during his address to Congress while criticizing foreign aid spending, including $8 million allocated for LGBTQI+ programs in Lesotho. In response, the minister invited Trump to visit the country. today6 March, 2025
insert_link World European leaders back Ukraine after Zelenskyy row Leaders across Europe have come out in support of Ukraine's President Volodimir Zelenskyy following a heated exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump. European powers gathered for a meeting in London on Sunday to discuss ongoing support for Kyiv and how to handle the transatlantic relationship. William Denselow reports from Brussels. today3 March, 2025
insert_link World European leaders back Ukraine after Zelenskyy row Leaders across Europe have come out in support of Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky following a heated exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump. European powers are gathering for a meeting in London on Sunday to discuss ongoing support for Kyiv and how to handle the transatlantic relationship. William Denselow reports from Brussels. today1 March, 2025
insert_link World Russia has named career diplomat Alexander Darchiev as new ambassador to the United States Russia has named career diplomat Alexander Darchiev as new ambassador to the United States, filling a role vacant since last year in another sign of easing tensions. US president Donald Trump has sought to restore ruptured ties with Moscow since taking office, reaching out to president Vladimir Putin and initiating high-level talks for the first time since Russia launched its offensive in Ukraine in 2022. Putin withdrew his former envoy […] today1 March, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Minister in the Presidency in S.A says G20 presidency is progressing well Minister in the Presidency of South Africa, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says its G20 presidency is progressing well following the successful Foreign ministers' meeting in Johannesburg last week and the ongoing Finance ministers and central bank governors' meeting in Cape Town. According to Ntshavheni, the cabinet highlighted that the G20 remains essential for international economic cooperation and for advancing South Africa’s goals of solidarity, equality, and sustainability: today28 February, 2025
insert_link World EU offers Ukraine rival minerals deal to US The European Union has presented a deal to Ukraine for access to its critical materials. The move comes as the Trump administration claims it is close to reaching an agreement with Kyiv for a share of its natural resources in exchange for support against Russia. William Denselow reports from Brussels. today26 February, 2025
insert_link World Macron contradicts Trump on Ukraine compensation in Oval Office French President Emanuel Macron has contradicted President Trump in the Oval Office, and told him that Russia, not Ukraine, should be paying compensation for the war Vladimir Putin has waged over the last 3 years. The US leader claimed that President Volodymyr Zelensky will soon travel to the United States to sign a minerals deal designed to repay Washington for its assistance to Kyiv. From Washington Simon Marks reports. […] today25 February, 2025
