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Analogues of Oreshnik missile will not appear soon in world - Putin
Russia has already launched mass production of the Oreshnik missile.
German Arms in South Africa: Why Daily Maverick and the Oppenheimer Shield Rheinmetall
The financial and political power amassed by Rheinmetall's supporters raises a question that reverberates beyond economics: What legacy will South Africa leave, and at what price, asks the writer.
Gnassingbe dynasty’s been in power for almost six decades
OPINION: Faure Gnassingbe has been in power in the West African country since 2005 when he succeeded his father, Gnassingbe Eyadema, who had ruled the country since 1967 after seizing power through a military coup, writes Dr Sizo Nkala.
Election in Chad is just a box-ticking exercise
OPINION: Prominent opposition voices with the potential to mount a formidable challenge to Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno have been eliminated from competing, writes Dr Sizo Nkala.
Sanctions backtracking aimed at de-escalating tensions
OPINION: Perhaps by lifting the sanctions, Ecowas is trying to de-escalate tensions and make room for diplomacy and negotiations, writes Dr Sizo Nkala.
Ramaphosa welcomes latest ICJ ruling, situation is perilous
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the International Court of Justice has made it clear that any planned military operations in Rafah by Israel was in violation of provisional measures issued by the court last month.
Ecowas divorce a serious blow for regional integration, stability
OPINION: However, despite the punitive measures from Ecowas, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger dug in and responded by forming the Alliance of Sahel States in September 2023 to collaborate in fighting extremist violence in their respective states and also help each other economically to blunt the impact of Ecowas sanctions, writes Dr Sizo Nkala.
The crisis in Gaza is both personal and political
OPINION: For many South Africans, the Israeli military onslaught on Gaza has ripped a band-aid off an old wound, writes Lebogang Ramafoko.
Nelson Mandela University appalled by loss of life in Palestine
Nelson Mandela University called for a ‘permanent pause’ in the conflict and for a commitment to upscaling humanitarian aid interventions in Gaza, where Israel continues its onslaught.
Mbeki calls for peace in Palestine and Sudan
Former President Thabo Mbeki said they are also working with other parties to find a solution to the conflict in Sudan.
History of arms exports reveals SA’s double standards
OPINION: Similar to the Palestine conflict, the Yemen conflict has resulted in the immense suffering of the civilian population, writes Dr Atilla Kisla.
Ramaphosa urged to implement Parliament resolution on Israel
The Palestine Solidarity Campaign said they want government to shut down the Israeli embassy and cut off all ties with Tel Aviv.
SA wants Israel to be declared an apartheid state
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor said they will petition two international courts to declare Israel an apartheid state.
Israel is attacking the Palestinian healthcare system. This is why it matters
To attack and destroy healthcare is to destroy hope, and it is a classic war strategy, said world-renowned physician, humanitarian, and activist Dr Mads Gilbert, who is currently visiting South Africa to share his experiences as Israel continues to launch attacks on Gaza.
Global leaders call for US president Joe Biden’s peace plan for Middle East
The former leaders said the world has been torn apart by the conflict and people on all sides want peace.
LIVE BLOG: Israel ramps up attacks on Gaza. Here’s how it’s unfolding
The Palestinian resistance, or Hamas, as many refer to it, launched a major military campaign, targeting various Israeli cities and settlements. We take a look at the latest developments.
Hamas exercising its right to defend against illegal Israeli occupation, apartheid, massacres
Our struggle is not against Jews, but against the violent occupation, colonialism, and apartheid, murders and massacres we encounter daily; the religion of our occupiers is inconsequential, says Hamas.
WATCH: Hundreds dead in Israel-Gaza war as Hezbollah launches attacks
Israel's prime minister on October 8 warned of a “long and difficult” war, as fighting with Hamas left hundreds killed on both sides after a surprise attack on Israel by the Palestinian militant group.
Coup leaders in Niger may target French companies in stand-off
OPINION: French President Emmanuel Macron said the coup was illegitimate and dangerous and called for an immediate restoration of the constitutional order, writes Dr Sizo Nkala.
Military the face of resistance to repressive ruling elite
OPINION: Wednesday’s coup d'état in Gabon is the ninth military takeover to have happened in the past three years in West and Central Africa, after Mali twice, in August 2020 and May 20021; Chad in April 20021; Guinea in September 2021; Sudan in October 2021; Burkina Faso twice, in January and September 2022; and Niger in July 2023, writes Dr Sizo Nkala.
Thousands rally in Niger, seek withdrawal of French troops
Niger’s military regime fired a new verbal outrage at France on Friday, accusing Paris of “blatant interference” by backing the country’s ousted president.
Ramaphosa raises alarm over increase of coups in Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the issue of coups showed that there were factors behind these events.
UN boss condemns coup in Gabon
UN head António Guterres called on the military to bring an end to what is happening in Gabon after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.
AU condemns coup in Gabon, deposed leader calls for help
The deposed president of Gabon, Ali Bongo, has called for the international community to help as he has been put under house arrest and his wife and other family members taken by the military to unknown locations.
Top American diplomat meets with military leaders in Niger
US acting Secretary of State Victoria Nuland has called for the military leaders in Niamey, Niger, to return to constitutional order.