43 h. ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

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63 h. ago Eastern Cape officials probe triple rape cases at private schools

MEC says three children have been allegedly raped in Matatiele's private schools.

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67 h. ago South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks

A senior South African delegation, led by International Relations Director-General Zane Dangor, has returned from Washington, where it met top US officials to discuss bilateral issues and clarify Pretoria’s stance on contentious policies like the Expropriation Act. The US officials, including those from the White House and State Department, were reportedly “cordial and receptive.” The… Read More »South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks The post South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Dirco delegation met with US officials to clear misconceptions

The discussions included the misconceptions about the violations of human rights for minority groups

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5 d. ago Ratepayers oppose eThekwini’s proposed R2.8 million rebranding plan

The proposal has been met with opposition, particularly from organisations representing residents.

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6 d. ago Not In My Name condemns officials’ inaction in EC school rape case

There's been public outrage at school officials' lack of cooperation after the rape of a 7-year-old.

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8 d. ago KZN Agriculture Dept official among two arrested for tractor theft

KZN MEC commends arrest of two suspects, including a department official.

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9 d. ago No formal notice issued regarding next US ambassador to SA: DIRCO

US President Donald Trump has nominated Brent Bozell III to be the Washington's ambassador to SA.

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1 week ago Ghana and Morocco Announce Plans to Eliminate Visa Requirements

Accra and Rabat are moving to scrap visa requirements for travelers between Ghana and Morocco to boost diplomatic and economic ties. According to Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the agreement will soon be presented to the parliaments of both countries for ratification. Ablakwa, who met with Morocco’s ambassador to Ghana Imane Ouaadil, revealed… Read More »Ghana and Morocco Announce Plans to Eliminate Visa Requirements The post Ghana and Morocco Announce Plans to Eliminate Visa Requirements first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Angola Pulls Out of Mediating Eastern Congo Peace Negotiations

Angola has officially ended its mediation role in the conflict between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda, and the M23 rebels, citing failed talks and external interference. Luanda referenced last week’s fiasco, which saw the M23 pull out of direct negotiations with the DRC, a day before it was scheduled to occur, due to… Read More »Angola Pulls Out of Mediating Eastern Congo Peace Negotiations The post Angola Pulls Out of Mediating Eastern Congo Peace Negotiations first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays

With only three weeks remaining until the Easter weekend, authorities have already intensified efforts to enhance road safety. Cape Town’s traffic department confirmed that preparations are well underway, with all traffic officers fully mobilised for the busy holiday period. Last week, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy officially launched the national Easter road safety campaign, highlighting lessons… Read More »Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays The post Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago SA delegation arrives in New York to brief G20 member states

Meeting with member states is billed as an opportunity to better understand priorities of the summit

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1 week ago Kusile’s Final Unit Begins Generating 800MW, Boosting SA’s Energy Grid

On Sunday, Kusile Power Station’s Unit 6—the facility’s final unit—began contributing up to 800MW of electricity to South Africa’s national grid for the first time. Eskom announced that Unit 6 will undergo further testing over the next six months before its full integration into the grid as an official part of Eskom’s generation fleet. Once… Read More »Kusile’s Final Unit Begins Generating 800MW, Boosting SA’s Energy Grid The post Kusile’s Final Unit Begins Generating 800MW, Boosting SA’s Energy Grid first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Addis Secures Debt Restructuring Deal to Ease Financial Burden

Ethiopia has reached an agreement with its official creditors to restructure $8.4 billion in international debt, marking a major step in its economic recovery efforts. The deal, negotiated under the G20 Common Framework and backed by the International Monetary Fund, will reduce debt service payments by $2.5 billion through 2028. According to Ethiopia’s finance ministry,… Read More »Addis Secures Debt Restructuring Deal to Ease Financial Burden The post Addis Secures Debt Restructuring Deal to Ease Financial Burden first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago EFF open to budget talks but only without DA and FF Plus: Dlamini

Marshall Dlamini says the party has met with the ANC in a chief whip's forum.

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2 w. ago Only a Third of Companies Comply with Employment Equity Act, Says Labour Department

The Department of Employment and Labour has revealed that just 34% of companies inspected in 2024 complied with South Africa’s Employment Equity Act. Minister Nomakhosazana Meth disclosed this figure in a recent written response to Parliament, highlighting significant non-compliance among businesses. Out of 3,152 workplaces inspected during the 2023/24 financial year, only 1,082 met compliance… Read More »Only a Third of Companies Comply with Employment Equity Act, Says Labour Department The post Only a Third of Companies Comply with Employment Equity Act, Says Labour Department first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Ramaphosa expects a full report from expelled SA ambassador to the US

The US will today officially strip expelled ambassador Ebrahim Rasool of his recognition.

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2 w. ago Mauritania’s Iron Ore Train: A Thrilling but Challenging Desert Adventure

Mauritania’s Iron Ore Train stretches across the Sahara Desert, offering an adventurous yet difficult 18-hour journey. With its cargo of iron ore, the train becomes a unique ride for locals and tourists alike, often attracting those who hitch rides on the ore carriages. While officially costing €15 for a seat, many opt for the clandestine… Read More »Mauritania’s Iron Ore Train: A Thrilling but Challenging Desert Adventure The post Mauritania’s Iron Ore Train: A Thrilling but Challenging Desert Adventure first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago SACP Rejects IEC Deregistration Notice, Prepares For Independent Electoral Participation

The South African Communist Party (SACP) says it has no intention of deregistering as a political party after receiving a notice of cancellation by the Electoral Commission (IEC). This week, the IEC released a list of 192 inactive political parties it aims to officially deregister. These were parties not represented in any municipal, provincial or… Read More »SACP Rejects IEC Deregistration Notice, Prepares For Independent Electoral Participation The post SACP Rejects IEC Deregistration Notice, Prepares For Independent Electoral Participation first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago South Africa Responds to US Expulsion of Ambassador, Vows Continued Diplomacy

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) expressed its respect for the United States’ decision to expel Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool. The US government issued a 72-hour notice on Saturday, instructing Rasool to leave the country following an announcement by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who declared Rasool “persona non grata” via social media.… Read More »South Africa Responds to US Expulsion of Ambassador, Vows Continued Diplomacy The post South Africa Responds to US Expulsion of Ambassador, Vows Continued Diplomacy first appeared on iAfrica.

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