36 h. ago ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted

African National Congress (ANC) communications head Nkenke Kekana has condemned a group of Afrikaners who have been touring the globe to raise claims of racial discrimination in South Africa, describing their actions as both disingenuous and shortsighted. In an opinion piece published on ewn.co.za, Kekana asserts that Afrikaners are an ethnic group deeply rooted in… Read More »ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted The post ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted first appeared on iAfrica.

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54 h. ago US abstains from WTO condemnation of Russian aggression in Ukraine

It is the first time the US has not supported the statement Russia's invasion

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62 h. ago Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal

South Africa’s AGOA trade deal, a vital gateway to the US market, faces renewed uncertainty amid aggressive policies from President Donald Trump’s administration. The US has threatened to cut aid over South Africa’s controversial land reform law and its legal challenge against Israel, raising fears that the nation’s tariff-free exports—especially in the automotive, fruit, and… Read More »Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal The post Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago World Bank says Ukraine needs $524 billion to recover 3 years of war

About 13% of Ukraine's total housing stock has been damaged or destroyed.

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4 d. ago Trump, Macron discuss Ukraine peace prospects at White House

Macron said Europe was prepared to provide security guarantees to Ukraine, including peacekeepers

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5 d. ago Eskom’s aggressive maintenance plan leaves little headroom: Ramokgopa

Ramokgopa says the generation capacity that they had was sufficient to meet the demand.

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6 d. ago G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Highlights Economic Divisions Amid Global Tensions

The recent G20 foreign ministers’ meeting revealed significant economic divisions, as global economic challenges, including inflation, trade tensions, and the ongoing Ukraine conflict, remain unresolved. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s absence, amid accusations of anti-American sentiment, underscored the rift between major economies. Despite the group’s importance in addressing international economic issues, differing stances on… Read More »G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Highlights Economic Divisions Amid Global Tensions The post G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Highlights Economic Divisions Amid Global Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago White House expects Ukraine to sign critical minerals deal soon

Poland's president is due to meet Trump in Washington on Saturday

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7 d. ago Ramaphosa Announces State Visit for Zelenskyy, Emphasizes Peaceful Resolutions at G20

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that he has formally invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a state visit. Ramaphosa made the revelation on Thursday morning via X (formerly Twitter), underscoring South Africa’s support for an inclusive peace process to end the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. “I welcome the constructive engagement I had with… Read More »Ramaphosa Announces State Visit for Zelenskyy, Emphasizes Peaceful Resolutions at G20 The post Ramaphosa Announces State Visit for Zelenskyy, Emphasizes Peaceful Resolutions at G20 first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago European countries criticise Ukraine’s exclusion from peace talks

Norwegian Minister says Ukraine should be part of any peace talks aimed at ending the war in Kyiv.

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8 d. ago Trump tells ‘dictator’ Zelenskyy to move fast or lose Ukraine

US President Donald Trump denounced Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a "dictator".

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8 d. ago Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara

Algeria has criticized French Culture Minister Rachida Dati’s visit to the disputed Western Sahara, calling it “objectionable on multiple levels.” Western Sahara, a former Spanish colony, has been under Moroccan control for several decades. However, the Algeria-backed Polisario Front, which seeks independence for the region, has claimed to be the rightful ruler. Algeria’s foreign ministry… Read More »Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara The post Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago South Africa to Consider Russian and Iranian Bids for Nuclear Project

South Africa’s government has confirmed it is open to nuclear energy proposals from Russia or Iran as it seeks to add 2,500 megawatts to its existing Koeberg nuclear plant. Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe stressed that no country will be barred from bidding, despite US concerns about Pretoria “reinvigorating” ties with Iran. These… Read More »South Africa to Consider Russian and Iranian Bids for Nuclear Project The post South Africa to Consider Russian and Iranian Bids for Nuclear Project first appeared on iAfrica.

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