4 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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17 h. ago Global trade war is inevitable following Trump’s tariffs: Analyst

Parks Tau says they are still trying to make sense of the new tariffs

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21 h. ago Kiir attempting to shore up his position amid discontent: Analysts

President Salva Kiir placed his longtime rival Machar under house arrest last week.

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23 h. ago DA Cabinet seats at risk after backlash in budget vote, analyst warns

Political analyst says seats allocated to the DA in cabinet may be reduced significantly.

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53 h. ago South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar

A diplomatic rift has emerged after Raila Odinga claimed South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir blocked him from meeting Vice President Riek Machar and insisted he see Uganda’s President Museveni first. Kiir’s office has firmly denied the claim, calling it a misinterpretation of diplomatic norms. Press Secretary David Amuor Majur clarified that Odinga’s Uganda visit was… Read More »South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar The post South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago There are still people who are intolerant of free speech: Swana

Analyst Sandile Swana says an expression doesn't become hate speech because it doesn't please people

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8 d. ago DA shooting itself in the foot over budget vote stance: Analyst

She further says their actions will harm the Government of National Unity.

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8 d. ago Over 700 suspects arrested in police’s Vala Umgodi in past 2 weeks

Some were nabbed for illegal-mining-related crimes, murder, attempted murder

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9 d. ago Dangote Refinery Exports Spur Significant Increase in US Jet Fuel Imports

US jet fuel imports are soaring this March, hitting their highest level in two years. This development, which analysts suggest could drive down the price of aviation fuel in the US, is partially attributable to Nigeria’s Dangote refinery. In March alone, six vessels delivered 1.7 million barrels of jet fuel from the Lagos-based refinery to… Read More »Dangote Refinery Exports Spur Significant Increase in US Jet Fuel Imports The post Dangote Refinery Exports Spur Significant Increase in US Jet Fuel Imports first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Citizens mustn’t let events beyond their shore divide them: Ramaphosa

Ramaphosa says that South Africans must reject politics of divisiveness.

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1 week ago KZN police investigate murder, attempted murder after tavern shooting

KwaZulu-Natal police are investigating a case of murder and four counts of attempted murder

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1 week ago DA used visit to the US to promote a positive image of SA: Zille

DA’s US visit aimed to mend SA–US ties amid Trump’s PEPFAR suspension and Rasool expulsion

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2 w. ago Defence in Joshlin Smith’s case on attempt to discredit state witness

Appollis's lawyer, Fanie Harmse is attempting to discredit Lombaard as an unreliable witness

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2 w. ago W Cape man gets life imprisonment for murdering former girlfriend

Wayne Lawrence shot his former girlfriend and attempted to murder their daughter.

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2 w. ago Morocco’s Grand Stade Hassan II to Become World’s Largest Football Stadium

That’s an exciting development for the 2030 World Cup! The Grand Stade Hassan II, with its planned 115,000-seat capacity, could become a historic venue for global football. Positioned as the centerpiece of Morocco’s hosting efforts, it would surpass many of the world’s current largest stadiums in terms of scale and design. Populous, the firm behind… Read More »Morocco’s Grand Stade Hassan II to Become World’s Largest Football Stadium The post Morocco’s Grand Stade Hassan II to Become World’s Largest Football Stadium first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Zimbabwe’s Mutapa Investment Fund Sparks Debt Relief Concerns

Zimbabwe’s public debt has surged by $3 billion to $21 billion following the recapitalization of the Mutapa Investment Fund. The fund received $1.9 billion, while $900 million was allocated to the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe. Critics argue that the fund lacks transparency, raising concerns about governance and financial oversight. Analysts warn that this debt increase… Read More »Zimbabwe’s Mutapa Investment Fund Sparks Debt Relief Concerns The post Zimbabwe’s Mutapa Investment Fund Sparks Debt Relief Concerns first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project

The U.S. Export-Import Bank has reauthorized a $4.7 billion loan for TotalEnergies’ Mozambique liquefied natural gas (LNG) project, initially approved during the Trump administration but delayed due to security concerns in the Cabo Delgado region. This funding is pivotal for the $20 billion initiative, positioning Mozambique as a significant LNG exporter. The project faced setbacks… Read More »U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project The post U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Khayelitsha pastor’s rape and attempted murder case postponed

The alleged crimes took place between November 2022 and January of this year.

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2 w. ago KZN Authorities Issue Urgent Warning as Heavy Rainfall Causes Fatalities and Damage

KwaZulu-Natal authorities have urged residents and motorists to remain vigilant amidst ongoing heavy rains and flooding across the province. This follows the tragic discovery of a Pinetown woman’s body early Friday morning, after her vehicle was swept away as she attempted to cross a bridge while returning from work. The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance… Read More »KZN Authorities Issue Urgent Warning as Heavy Rainfall Causes Fatalities and Damage The post KZN Authorities Issue Urgent Warning as Heavy Rainfall Causes Fatalities and Damage first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout

South Africa’s ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool, appears to have been frozen out in Washington, failing to secure key meetings with State Department officials and key Republicans. Rasool, who occupied the same position during the Obama administration, is likely being shut out due to his pro-Palestinian stance and past criticism of Trump. His ordeals… Read More »US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout The post US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout first appeared on iAfrica.

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