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Serbian Prime Minister resigns amid protests as Russia warns of 'chaos'

Russia has issued a stark warning about potential 'chaos' in Serbia as anti-corruption protests force Prime Minister Milos Vucevic's resignation. The demonstrations, triggered by a fatal train station collapse that killed 15 people, have exposed deep-rooted concerns about corruption in the country, putting strain on Serbia's delicate balance between its Russian allies and EU aspirations.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Triumphant Trump set for return to power

Donald Trump prepares to make American political history as he returns to the presidency, promising sweeping changes and a 'golden age' in an unprecedented indoor inauguration ceremony. From executive orders to international relations, here's what to expect as the 47th president takes office.

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AFP|Published

French Prime Minister Bayrou faces critical no-confidence vote amid budget crises

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou confronts a dramatic showdown in parliament as opposition forces mount a no-confidence vote over his controversial budget reforms and pension plans. Despite fierce criticism from both left and right, political analysts predict Bayrou will survive this first major test of his leadership, though challenges loom over his ambitious economic agenda.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

MK Party a great nightmare to other parties, but must go for conference

As former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers joins the uMkhonto weSizwe Party, political analysts reveal how Zuma's new movement is dramatically reshaping South Africa's political landscape, emerging as a formidable threat to both the ANC and EFF.

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Thabo Makwakwa|Published

Syrian political process should take place without outside interference

The inter-Syrian dialogue and political process in Syria after the stepping down of President Bashar Assad should take place without outside interference and in Damascus, the head of the Syrian opposition's Moscow Platform, Qadri Jamil.

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Sputnik|Published

With Donald Trump's help, conservative podcasts in US get a boost

Conservative podcasters have enjoyed a popularity boost in the United States in recent months, thrusting them into an evolving media market that has been dominated by liberal political voices.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

French luxury mogul Arnault defiant at ex-spy chief trial

Agreeing to the deal was a question of ‘‘avoiding being caught up in the media uproar that followed’’, Arnault told the court.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Trump nominates entrepreneur John Phelan for secretary of navy

A presidential election took place in the United States on November 5.

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Sputnik|Published

‘Ramaphosa must be held accountable’, says EFF leader Julius Malema on Phala Phala saga

Ramaphosa should be held accountable for the circumstances surrounding the February 2020 break-in at his Phala Phala game farm, according to the EFF.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Biden to attend Trump's inauguration

Trump's victory was declared by all leading media outlets involved in vote counting: the Associated Press, Fox News, CNN, NBC, ABC, and CBS.

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Sputnik|Published

Bosa slams indefinite water cuts in Johannesburg as ‘Water-Shedding gift from GNU’

‘If load shedding was the gift from the previous administration, water shedding is the gift from this administration,’ said Bosa deputy president Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Jabu Mbalula’s appointment as acting Premier sparks outrage over political favouritism

EFF and ActionSA urge investigations into Free State officials as the ANC faces backlash for mishandling corruption allegations and appointments.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

Fikile Mbalula’s brother Jabu Mbalula appointed acting Premier of the Free State

The EFF has demanded Letsoha-Mathae's resignation, claiming that her conduct was impeding the province's development and sound government.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Mpumalanga MEC of Economic Development accuses Forestry Minister Dion George of racial segregation, but George rubbishes claims

George voiced disappointment that Masilela had aired her grievances publicly, instead of addressing them directly with him.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

Access Denied: Gauteng government declines DA's request for forensic reports

Meanwhile, the DA has previously accused Gauteng Panyaza Lesufi of corruption and also withholding forensic reports that allegedly showed corruption and poor management at the Department of Social Development (DSD).

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Gauteng public schools owe close to R300 million to municipalities, DA demands accountability

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng has voiced concerns over the revelations by Gauteng MEC of Education Matome Chiloane that public schools owe over R262 million to municipalities, which it said is affecting municipalities in providing services to residents.

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Simon Majadibodu|Published

EFF condemns Solly Malatsi’s withdrawal of the SABC Bill, accuses Minister of serving white-owned media

EFF condemns Minister Malatsi’s withdrawal of the SABC Bill, accusing him of undermining public broadcasting and serving white-owned media.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

‘He is my brother’: Shivambu opens up about 20 year brotherhood with Ndlozi despite political differences

Floyd Shivambu clarifies that MK Party’s focus is on grassroots growth, not recruiting leaders from other political parties.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

Malema attends Botswana inauguration amid EFF shake-up following Mpofu’s exit

This moment was not only a personal win for Malema but also a sign of the strengthening ties between South Africa and Botswana.

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Christopher Buda|Published

‘It’s lies’: Former MK Party national organiser McDonald Mathabe dismisses Dali Mpofu’s role in establishing MK Party

McDonald Mathebe refutes claims of Dali Mpofu’s involvement in MK Party’s formation, stating, “Zuma never wanted Mpofu part of the establishment. ”

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Hope Ntanzi|Published

PA and SA's youngest MP Cleo Wilskut resigns from Parliament

Parliament has reportedly confirmed that the Wilskut has resigned and the party has not put forward any member to formally replace her.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Donald Trump claims victory over Kamala Harris in US presidential election

Republican former president Donald Trump closed in on a new term in the White House early November 6, just needing a handful of electoral votes to defeat Democratic candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

BREAKING NEWS: Donald Trump declares early victory in historic 2024 US presidential race

With this victory, Trump becomes only the second president in American history to serve non-consecutive terms, marking an unprecedented comeback following his initial defeat to Joe Biden in 2020.

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Lee Rondganger|Published

US election: Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump — when will we know who won?

Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump will be vying to get to the all-important 270 votes that pushes them past the halfway mark and guarantees them the keys to the Oval Office.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Zille slams ANC's unilateral National Dialogue plans, calls for collaborative governance

Deputy President Paul Mashatile announces the date for the inaugural National Dialogue, aiming to address pressing socio-political issues in South Africa.

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Hope Ntanzi|Published