Sally Motlana dies: Ramaphosa pays tribute to struggle activist
Cyril Ramaphosa sent condolences to the Motlana and Maunye families following the passing of veteran anti-apartheid activist, Sally Motlana
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Belarus president claims Wagner leader Prigozhin accepts truce
According to the Belarus presidency, a truce has been negotiated with Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin.
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Vladimir Putin Set to Address Nation Amidst Turmoil Surrounding Wagner Russia Takeover
President Vladimir Putin is expected to deliver an address in response to the alleged attempt of the Wagner group to seize control of Russia.
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Chief Justice Zondo courts backlash for claiming govt can’t prevent another state capture
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo drew ire from social media when he claimed former president Jacob Zuma was a target of state capture.
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Tina Joemat-Pettersson cause of death listed as ‘unnatural’
An inquest is underway to determine Tina-Joemat Pettersson after a coroner listed it as ‘unnatural’.
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Poland saga: Here’s Ramaphosa’s agenda in crunch talks with Putin
Amid the Poland saga, President Cyril Ramaphosa will meet with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin to hold crunch talks.
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Poland accused of ‘sabotaging’ Ramaphosa peace mission
Poland has been accused of sabotaging President Cyril Ramaphosa’s peace mission after intercepting an SAA flight carrying his protection unit.
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What is AGOA? – Here’s everything you need to know
In the midst of rumblings about South Africa’s precarious position in AGOA, we compiled a comprehensive fact file on the trade agreement.
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Tina Joemat-Petterrson mysterious death deepens after Mkhwebane leaks audio recordings [audio]
Suspended Busisiwe Mkhwebane leaked alleged audio recordings that plunged Tina Joemat-Pettersson at the centre of a bribery scandal.
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Ace Magashule expelled from ANC but more trouble lies ahead
Former ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule was expelled from the party, on Monday. But his woes are far from over. Here’s what you must know.
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When is Tina Joemat-Petterrson funeral? – Here are the latest updates
The funeral of Tina Joemat-Petterrson will be held on Saturday, 10 June 2023. Here are more details on her memorial service.
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Marlene van Staden dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
The Democratic Alliance (DA) confirmed Marlene van Staden died, on Thursday, 8 June 2023. She was 42. Marlene van Staden dies: What’s the cause of death? The DA’s first-ever Limpopo mayor, elected in the 2016 local government elections, passed away on Thursday morning, after a long battle with cancer. Jacques Smalle, the DA’s provincial chairperson,
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Kabelo Gwamanda rushed to hospital: Here’s everything we know
Johannesburg mayor Kabelo Gwamanda was rushed to hospital after he fainted during a debate on his State of the City Address.
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Karyn Maughan, Billy Downer defeat Zuma in court: Here’s a breakdown of the ruling
Zuma will be responsible for covering the attorneys’ and advocates’ fees for both Billy Downer and Karyn Maughan, totalling four counsels.
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Tina Joemat-Pettersson activity before mysterious death raises eyebrows
Days before her death, Tina Joemat-Pettersson was linked to the alleged bribery of suspended Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane.
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Russia ties reportedly cost South Africa F1 hosting bid
South Africa will reportedly no longer host a F1 event in the near future and according to sources, it’s all got to do with ties to Russia.
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Tina Joemat-Pettersson dies: Here’s what we know about cause of death
Tina Joemat-Pettersson died aged 59, only days after she was implicated in Mkhwebane’s bribe scandal. Here’s the latest on her cause of death.
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Hawks re-arrest John Block in dramatic take down
John Block, who’s serving a 15-year bid in Upington, was re-arrested by the Hawks on Tuesday morning. Here’s everything you must know.
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Lady R inquiry: Ramaphosa sets up panel to probe Russian vessel saga
On Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the panel responsible for unravelling the ‘Lady R’ Russian vessel saga.
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Watch: Prince Mashele blasted in fiery eNCA interview [video]
Prince Mashele insisted there was a loan agreement between himself and Herman Mashaba, and he currently owes the ActionSA leader the full R12.5 million.
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Edwin Sodi ‘Rooiwal’ scam resurfaces amid Hammanskraal cholera outbreak
In the midst of soaring outrage over the Hammanskraal cholera outbreak, Edwin Modi’s shoddy past with a water tender has resurfaced.
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AI-generated image of ‘fake’ Pentagon bombing affects stocks
The image of the fake Pentagon bombing spread rapidly across various social media accounts, triggering a brief dip in the stock market.
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Ramaphosa sets the record straight on Russia, South Africa relations
President Ramaphosa insisted South Africa’s neutral stance does not ‘favour Russia above other countries’. Here’s what else he said.
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A dangerous game? – SA army commander in Moscow for ‘combat readiness’ summit
A South African (SA) army commander Lt Gen Lawrence Mbatha is reportedly in Moscow, Russia, for a ‘combat readiness’ summit.
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‘Govt is handling this’ – DIRCO rep reacts to US claims about SA arming Russia
DIRCO’s Clayton Monyela insists the government is dealing with the US’ claims that South Africa armed Russia with ammo and weapons.
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Klaas de Jonge dies: Ramaphosa mourns Dutch anti-apartheid activist
Klaas de Jonge, a Dutch anti-apartheid activist, passed away on Friday, 5 May 2023, at the age of 85 following an extended illness.
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Ramaphosa vows to deliver National Health Insurance in 2023
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government is forging ahead with the National Health Insurance this year.
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King Charles III coronation: Here’s everything you need to know
Here is everything you need to know about King Charles III’s coronation.
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Kabelo Gwamanda: Another Al-Jamah councillor becomes Joburg mayor
Another Al-Jamah party member, this time Kabelo Gwamanda, returned to the helm as mayor of Johannesburg.
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Kanye revives ‘YE 2024’ presidential campaign and rehires Milo Yiannopoulos
Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) resumed his 2024 US presidential campaign after rehiring Milo Yiannopoulos.