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Elon Musk's influence on Trump: A closer look at the Afrikaner genocide debate

As Donald Trump and Elon Musk publicly clash, questions arise about the potential impact on US-South Africa relations, particularly concerning the contentious issue of Afrikaner genocide.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Controversial resettlement of Afrikaners in the US sparks debate

A second group of white Afrikaners has landed in the US, igniting controversy over claims of persecution in South Africa. Explore the complex issues surrounding their migration and what it means for the future of Afrikaners back home.

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published

Trump's pastor Mark Burns speaks out against Malema and EFF's 'Kill the Boer' chant

Pastor Mark Burns, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump, shares his views on Julius Malema and the EFF's controversial rhetoric in South Africa, arguing that their divisive chants are losing traction among South Africans.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Mark Burns, Trump's top pastor, challenges genocide claims against white farmers in South Africa

During his visit to South Africa, televangelist Mark Burns confronts the narrative of white genocide against farmers, shedding light on the realities of safety and trade relations between the US and South Africa.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Johann Rupert's remarks on gang violence ignite debate on race and crime in South Africa

Billionaire Johann Rupert's comments on gang violence in the Cape Flats during a meeting with President Trump have sparked a heated debate over the intersection of race and crime in South Africa.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

SA won't beg USA for funding – Motsoaledi

In a decisive statement aimed at alleviating public concern, South Africa’s Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, assured citizens that the nation's HIV/Aids programme would not face collapse, despite recent defunding by the US under President Donald Trump. Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Motsoaledi conveyed a strong message of resilience, emphasising that South Africa is able to sustain its extensive efforts in combatting HIV/Aids.

Cape Times News
Lisa Isaacs and Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Minister Motsoaledi reassures South Africa on HIV/Aids funding amid US withdrawal

Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi reassures South Africans that the country's HIV/Aids programme will not collapse despite recent funding cuts from the US, emphasising the importance of local investment and ongoing support.

Cape Argus News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Minister assures South Africa's HIV/Aids funding remains stable despite US cuts

In a decisive statement aimed at alleviating public concern, South Africa’s Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, assured citizens that the nation's HIV/Aids programme would not face collapse, despite recent defunding by the US under President Donald Trump. Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Motsoaledi conveyed a strong message of resilience, emphasising that South Africa is able to sustain its extensive efforts in combatting HIV/Aids.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

New Bill risks further breakdown in bilateral relations amid SA fatigue and US tariff war

US Congressman Rodney Jackson's newly introduced bill demands a review of US-South Africa relations, potentially leading to economic sanctions against key officials. This move raises questions about the future of bilateral ties amid increasing tensions

Business Report Economy
Michael Walsh|Published

Trump's trade war: South Africa's unwanted casualty?

The sheer scale of the disparities, with some countries facing near-50% tariffs, signals a potential for major trade disruption.

Business Report Economy
Dr Ernst van Biljon|Published