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Billionaire Rob Hersov speaks out against the Expropriation Act, claiming it drives away foreign investment.
Negotiations between the ANC and DA over the National Budget are at a standstill, with both parties struggling to reach an agreement on key issues, including a proposed VAT increase.
The Economic Freedom Fighters have opposed the potential appointment of Joel Pollak as the US Ambassador to South Africa, labelling him a 'white supremacist' and vowing to block his entry into the country.
The Solidarity Movement, allied with AfriForum, embarks on a month-long European campaign, urging G20 nations to pressure the South African government to reconsider the Expropriation Act.
Health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has told the members of the National Assembly that South Africa must take responsibility for the HIV/AIDS funding crisis after US President Donald Trump slashed funding aid.
As South Africa faces mounting pressure from US billionaires and political figures, this analysis explores how the nation can maintain its economic sovereignty while navigating global political tensions and misinformation campaigns. Learn why quiet diplomacy and strategic international partnerships might be the key to South Africa's continued growth
South Africa’s Expropriation Bill has sparked a diplomatic firestorm. With passionate arguments on both sides of the debate, the truth lies in the messy middle.
The Democratic Alliance has completed crucial diplomatic talks with the Trump administration in Washington, addressing escalating tensions over South Africa's Expropriation Act while launching legal challenges against the controversial legislation.
Despite concerns over land policy, President Ramaphosa reassures that South Africa and the US will continue to work together diplomatically.
Helen Zille accuses ANC of unconstitutionality in Expropriation Act as DA files court challenge.
MK Party files treason case against AfriForum, claiming betrayal of South Africa's sovereignty.
ANC declares its intent not to engage AfriForum amid its controversial campaigns in the US over land rights.
Elon Musk has called for immediate sanctions for Julius Malema and for the former ANC Youth League leader to be declared as an international criminal, while the EFF leader says the billionaire is an enemy of the South African people.
However, tensions between Pretoria and Washington have been simmering for some time, with diplomatic tensions escalating since the Ukraine and Russia war, while there were also tensions further fuelled by Pretoria taking Israel to the International Criminal Court for the genocidal bombardment of Gaza by the US ally, Israel.
Explore how MMA fighters like Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis intertwine their political beliefs with their sporting careers, particularly their support for Donald Trump.
The internet was alive into early hours of this morning as Donald Trump’s latest hit on South Africa went live: he’s stopping all Aid to South Africa and also offering Afrikaners refugee status in America.
President Trump has ordered the prioritisation of white South Africans for resettlement in the US, accusing the South African government of discrimination against Afrikaners through the Land Expropriation Bill.
President Cyril Ramaphosa is merely attempting to use the ANC’s numbers in the GNU as a launch pad for the renewal of the ANC, argue the writers.
On Thursday, IOL reported that President Cyril Ramaphosa aimed at US President Donald Trump, telling him that South Africa will not be bullied following his comments on the land issue. Now he plans behind closed doors talks with Rwandan President Paul Kagame over the conflict in DRC.
The issue of land expropriation gained widespread attention following a statement from former US President Donald Trump, who threatened to suspend funding for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) to South Africa, pending an investigation into allegations of land expropriation.
South Africa cannot untangle itself from racially based capitalism, which is interwoven with the global system of capitalism, benefitting from the re-concentration of land to a minority.
South Africa's UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis has lauded Conor McGregor's influence on mixed martial arts, hailing him as one of the all-time greats in the sport. But he has also caused a stir by wearing a T-shirt that caused offence.
Political analyst Steven Friedman argues that South Africa must rethink its approach to international relations in light of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's recent criticisms and Donald Trump's unilateral stance.
What does the Expropriation Act mean for South Africa's political landscape? Explore the intense debates and the implications of President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision.
Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said that President Cyril Ramaphosa intends to welcome in a state visit ahead of the G20 summit. South Africa will hold the summit in November this year. The US will hold it in 2026