insert_link World Denmark says it will not negotiate the sovereignty of Greenland Danish Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen (Photo credit: Thomas Traasdahl via AP) Denmark has firmly said it will not negotiate over the sovereignty of Greenland, despite recent comments by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting a “framework of a future deal” on the Arctic territory. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reiterated that Greenland’s territorial integrity is non‑negotiable, while expressing openness to constructive dialogue with allies on broader Arctic security issues. Reuters reports […] today22 January, 2026
insert_link South Africa S.A union COSATU Questions AfriForum’s U.S. Engagements COSATU's central executive committee has noted the latest headlines that a delegation from AfriForum had once again a meeting with officials from the United States’ administration. AfriForum and Solidarity met with US officials on Tuesday to secure funding for a separate Afrikaner settlement and community infrastructure in South Africa. Cosatu’s spokesperson, Zanele Sabela says the federation reiterates its stance and stands firmly behind president Cyril Ramaphosa and government in defence […] today1 March, 2025
insert_link World Starmer Stresses Ukraine’s Role in Future Talks Ahead of Trump Meeting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed on Sunday that discussions about Ukraine’s future cannot take place without Ukraine’s direct involvement. And according to Reuters, while speaking at the Scottish Labour Party conference in Glasgow, Starmer emphasized that while no one wants the war to continue—especially the Ukrainians themselves—it is essential that their voices shape the outcome. Ahead of a Trump meeting, he underscored that after enduring immense suffering and fighting […] today24 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa Ramaphosa says South Africa will not be bullied by U.S President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will not be bullied and will stand up for its national interests and sovereignty. Delivering the state of the nation address in Cape Town on last night, Ramaphosa said the government is concerned about the potential impact of the decision by the US government to suspend some of its funding for HIV and TB programmes in African countries: today7 February, 2025
insert_link South Africa EFF Slams Trump’s Threat Over SA Land Policy To South Africa, where the EFF has condemned US president Donald Trump’s threat to cut foreign funding to South Africa over its land expropriation policy. Party leader Julius Malema says Trump's statement undermines South Africa’s sovereignty and warns that no threats will deter the government. He emphasises that the act aims to reduce reliance on foreign aid while addressing historical injustices: Meanwhile, the Solidarity Movement has called on the United […] today4 February, 2025
insert_link Africa SADC Condemns M23 Attack on Mission in DRC SADC has condemned the 22 January 2025 attack on its mission in the DRC by the rebel group M23, citing its threat to regional peace and the DRC’s sovereignty. In a statmet issued this past weekend, the organization urged the international community to join in denouncing the aggression and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting peace and stability in the region. The attack, which targeted SAMIDRC in Goma, forced millions […] today27 January, 2025
insert_link Africa Chad ends military cooperation with France The military junta in Chad has announced an end to military cooperation between the country and France. Tesem Akende reports. Aljazeera further reports that Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah described France as "a key partner" but emphasised that Chad has now "matured and become a sovereign state that fiercely protects its independence." The announcement came on Thursday, just hours after French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot's visit. While Chad has […] today2 December, 2024
insert_link Uncategorized EU reacts to criticism over meeting with Itula The European Union Delegation to Namibia has clarified that it does not interfere in government matters or comment on election outcomes. The EU faced criticism after meeting Independent Patriots for Change candidate Panduleni Itula. The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation summoned EU diplomats to stress mutual respect and sovereignty. Ana Beatriz Martins, EU Ambassador to Namibia. today15 April, 2024
