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Julius Malema's EFF stands firm after UK visa denial
Despite the UK visa denial for Julius Malema, EFF leaders remain resolute, vowing to continue their political engagements and challenge bureaucratic obstacles.
UK Visa denial: EFF not backing down
EFF president Julius Malema has hit back at the UK High Commission in South Africa, accusing them of playing politics after denying him a visa.
Stocks rise as Trump signals US-UK 'trade deal'
Stock markets and the US dollar rose on Thursday after President Donald Trump announced plans for a "major trade deal" with Britain.
UK health authorities probe unexplained mpox infection
As the UK navigates this unexpected case of mpox, health authorities continue to stress the importance of awareness and monitoring to ensure public safety.
Media Review Network slams UK rights group's call for sanctions against South Africa
The Media Review Network has strongly condemned UK-based judicial rights group leader Justen Lewis for demanding sanctions against South Africa over alleged Hamas ties. South African officials have dismissed these claims as 'unproven allegations' that echo Israel's hostile stance, with no evidence provided to substantiate the serious accusations.
SA accused of prior knowledge in Hamas attack
A UK-based judicial rights group has called for US sanctions against South Africa, claiming the government had prior knowledge of Hamas's October 2023 attack on Israel. South African officials have dismissed these allegations as 'unverified and baseless' amid ongoing international legal actions regarding the Gaza conflict.
UK announces measures to fix pothole 'scourge'
The ever-growing number of potholes, which can damage cars and cause accidents, infuriates motorists so much it has even become an election issue.
UK government to build four new prisons to ease overcrowding
The UK government announced plans on Wednesday to build four new prisons by 2031 to ease an overcrowding crisis, which triggered the early releases of hundreds of inmates this year.