28 h. ago Minister says school pit latrines will be mostly eradicated by June

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube stated that all pit latrines will be eliminated by June.

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29 h. ago Motsoaledi admits not consulting before ban on cannabis products

The minister insists his decision was rational, considering the negative effects of cannabis.

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36 h. ago Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy

Guinea’s military junta has announced September 21, 2025, as the date for a long-awaited constitutional referendum—a key step toward restoring democratic rule in the West African country. The referendum will determine the adoption of a new constitution to replace the military charter currently governing the country. Initially, junta leader Col. Mamadi Doumbouya pledged to begin… Read More »Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy The post Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy first appeared on iAfrica.

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36 h. ago Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions

Mozambique’s parliament has unanimously passed a landmark law aimed at restoring peace through national dialogue and constitutional reform. Backed by all political parties, the law stems from a March 5 peace agreement between President Daniel Chapo and opposition leaders. It proposes restructuring the state, decentralizing power, and revising presidential authority to enhance democratic governance. While… Read More »Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions The post Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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48 h. ago US decisions on SA not based on ‘correct facts’: Steenhuisen

Steenhuisen was among the economic cluster ministers who were answering oral questions in the NA.

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61 h. ago Godongwana questions GNU member’s decision to vote against budget

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says he's concerned about GNU partners that are against the budget

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62 h. ago Omotoso acquittal a complete humiliation for NPA: Gender activist

Omotoso and his co-accused faced 32 charges including rape, human trafficking and racketeering.

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3 d. ago US judge blocks Trump cuts to legal aid for migrant children

That law requires the government to ensure all unaccompanied children receive legal counsel.

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4 d. ago Minister Macpherson plans to tackle mafia and infrastructure issues

Macpherson was speaking on the sidelines of the Inaugural Public Works Infrastructure Summit.

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4 d. ago Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure

The Ministry of Electricity and Energy has announced plans to expropriate privately-owned land, with compensation, as part of a major initiative to expand and upgrade Eskom’s infrastructure in the coming years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined a comprehensive 10-year plan to enhance South Africa’s energy network during a media briefing on Tuesday. The ambitious project… Read More »Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure The post Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Advent of climate change in SA is no more an imaginary theory: Gina

The Science and Technology Deputy Minister says SA is experiencing the advent of climate change.

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4 d. ago “Those who want foreign policy changes must follow proper channels”

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola says the GNU agreement is clear on this issue.

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5 d. ago Transport Minister asked to waive toll fees at Oribi Toll Plaza

Residents have had to use the N2 and pay toll fees to travel to town, which is R40 for cars.

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5 d. ago Teaching boys respect is key to ending gender violence: Gwarube

Minister Siviwe Gwarube says change starts in society.

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5 d. ago Minister Kubayi stresses need to protect NPA, rule of law in SA

Kubayi says it is important that all South Africans protect institutions that uphold the rule of law

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6 d. ago Kubayi opens case over newspaper article regarding NPA interference

Minister Kubayi spoke outside the Brooklyn Police Station in the east of Pretoria.

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7 d. ago Former Minister’s Lawyers Question State Witness Incentives in Corruption Case

Lawyers representing former minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, who faces corruption charges, are demanding clarity on the incentives offered by the State to controversial businesswoman Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu to testify against her. Mapisa-Nqakula appeared in the Pretoria High Court on Friday to submit an application requesting that the State disclose additional documents related to her case. She currently… Read More »Former Minister’s Lawyers Question State Witness Incentives in Corruption Case The post Former Minister’s Lawyers Question State Witness Incentives in Corruption Case first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Corrupt contractors to face ‘full might of law’: Minister Macpherson

After 10 years and R247 million spent, the centre remains nowhere near completion.

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8 d. ago Ethiopia’s Abiy Calls for New Tigray Leader Amid Party Power Struggle

Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, has called on Tigrayans to publicly nominate a new regional leader in a bid to ease tensions and prevent renewed conflict. This follows deepening divisions within the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), which recently saw armed supporters of party leader Debretsion Gebremichael seize key towns in the region, forcing interim… Read More »Ethiopia’s Abiy Calls for New Tigray Leader Amid Party Power Struggle The post Ethiopia’s Abiy Calls for New Tigray Leader Amid Party Power Struggle first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Machar’s Detention Sparks Fears of Renewed War in South Sudan

Kenya has urged South Sudan’s leaders to de-escalate tensions following the reported detention of First Vice President Riek Machar in Juba. Kenyan Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei, who made the call, stressed the importance of adhering to the 2018 Revitalised Peace Agreement (R-ARCSS), warning that the country’s fragile peace is at risk. Machar was… Read More »Machar’s Detention Sparks Fears of Renewed War in South Sudan The post Machar’s Detention Sparks Fears of Renewed War in South Sudan first appeared on iAfrica.

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