4 h. ago GBV a result of societal, cultural and structural factors: Ramaphosa

Legal fraternity has gathered in Cape Town to discuss GBV.

Culture

8 h. ago LIVE | Ramaphosa addresses 17th IAWJ Biennial Women Judges Conference

Ramaphosa delivers the keynote address at the 17th Biennial Conference

Events

13 h. ago DA should not preside over a budget they did not vote for: Mbalula

Mbalula says the ANC will now reset the GNU and engage with other politicial parties.

Politics

29 h. ago ANC Initiates ‘Reset’ of Government of National Unity Amid DA Tensions

The African National Congress (ANC) has announced intentions to recalibrate the Government of National Unity (GNU) by engaging with additional political parties, following the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) opposition to the 2025 National Budget. Despite this move, the DA and Freedom Front Plus (FF+) will remain within the GNU for the time being. ANC Secretary-General Fikile… Read More »ANC Initiates ‘Reset’ of Government of National Unity Amid DA Tensions The post ANC Initiates ‘Reset’ of Government of National Unity Amid DA Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

30 h. ago Ramaphosa urges fight against corruption, calls for holistic policing

President Ramaphosa has urged police members to distance themselves from corrupt activities

Events

37 h. ago Pucovski confirms retirement amid ongoing concussion struggle

The setback he suffered against Tasmania was the 13th known instance of concussion over his career

Politics

55 h. ago DA would have to support the budget to stay in GNU: Mashatile

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the DA must vote for the budget, they must come to support it.

Politics

4 d. ago PP clears Ramaphosa in RDP house handover during ANC campaign

The Public Protector investigated a complaint against President Ramaphosa.

Politics

5 d. ago Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports

Lesotho has become the world’s second hardest-hit country by President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, facing a 50% rate on all exports to the US—just behind China. The move threatens Lesotho’s thriving textile trade, including exports of Levi’s and Wrangler jeans, which have benefited from tariff-free access under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).… Read More »Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports The post Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

5 d. 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.

Politics

5 d. 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.

Politics

5 d. ago DSA, civil groups march in Pretoria, demands Ramaphosa resign

Defend South Africa and civil groups march in Pretoria today, calling for Ramaphosa's resignation.

Politics

5 d. ago Mashatile urges investment in skills, education for economic growth

The Deputy President says education and skills are key in growing the economy and creating jobs.

Events

6 d. ago Kiir attempting to shore up his position amid discontent: Analysts

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

Politics

6 d. ago GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition

The Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa is experiencing significant strain after the Democratic Alliance (DA) opposed the recently proposed national budget, leading to questions about the party’s role within the coalition. The DA’s rejection of the budget, primarily due to disagreements over a proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, has intensified existing… Read More »GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition The post GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

6 d. ago South African Presidency Expresses Concern Over New U.S. Tariffs

The South African Presidency has voiced apprehension regarding the recent imposition of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump, describing them as punitive measures that hinder international trade. On Wednesday, President Trump announced extensive global tariffs, asserting they were in retaliation for what he termed unfair trade practices. South Africa is among the nations affected, facing… Read More »South African Presidency Expresses Concern Over New U.S. Tariffs The post South African Presidency Expresses Concern Over New U.S. Tariffs first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

7 d. ago Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign

Sophie Chandauka, chair of Sentebale, the African charity co-founded by Prince Harry, has accused the Duke of orchestrating a bullying campaign to oust her. In an interview, she claimed Harry’s Netflix commitments disrupted a fundraising effort for the charity and that the behavior of Harry’s wife, Meghan, at the same event created tension between herself… Read More »Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign The post Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

7 d. 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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9 d. ago OPINION | Summits, Imbizos, and Advisory Panels: Ramaphosa just wants to talk

Ramaphosa’s presidency will ultimately be judged not by the number of summits he convened: Sejaphala

Politics

9 d. ago Mbeki describes Trump’s behaviour as America’s fight for dominance

The former President also touched on the current tension between the US and South Africa.

Politics