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Some June 6 history: The 'Longest Day' and it's bloody slaughter on the beaches, an asteroid explodes
What happened back in the day on June 6.
How Kim White Towne's family is fighting to bring her home after her murder in the US
After the tragic murder of Kim White Towne, her family launches a BackaBuddy campaign to bring her home, highlighting the complexities and costs of repatriating a loved one.
US arrests nihilist over fertility clinic bombing
An American man has been arrested in connection with the bombing of a fertility clinic in California
'Makeshift flamethrower' attacker facing US federal hate charges
A man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at Jewish protesters in Colorado is now facing federal hate crime charges.
What did the Trump-Ramaphosa meeting tell us about the image of SA and its leaders?
The meeting gave the international community the impression that South African leaders are failing in their constitutional duty to protect citizens and govern the country.
Two seismic shifts in American health policy point have RFK’s fingerprints all over them
This week, two pivotal events highlight the evolving landscape of American health policy, revealing RFK Jr. 's significant influence on the direction of health care in the US.
10 years for smuggler linked to family’s death
'Smugglers exploited the victims and callously did nothing to save them'
Ramaphosa defends Malema amid Trump’s pressure over ‘Kill the Boer’ remarks
President Ramaphosa remains steadfast in his decision not to arrest Julius Malema over his controversial ‘Kill the Boer’ comments, despite pressure from former President Trump and other international figures.
Ramaphosa stands firm against Trump: 'We will not arrest Malema over Kill the Boer'
President Cyril Ramaphosa has firmly dismissed US President Donald Trump’s demand for the arrest of EFF leader Julius Malema, defending national sovereignty and the legal status of the controversial chant.
Washington-based firm appoints Ajay Sooklal to lead Africa/South Asia division
Global Political Solutions elevates its Africa division with the appointment of attorney Ajay Sooklal, signalling a new era of opportunities for cross-continental business collaborations.
Julius Malema criticises Presidents Donald Trump and Cyril Ramaphosa: ‘He will never do that nonsense in my presence’
EFF leader JJulius Malema asserts he should have been part of the Trump-Ramaphosa meeting, insisting that Trump ‘would never dare’ to confront him, while criticising Ramaphosa's leadership.
ANC denies easing B-BBEE rules to benefit Elon Musk, denounces Trump’s ‘white genocide’ as a comedy
Nomvula Mokonyane, ANC deputy Secretary-General, firmly denies that new ICT licensing proposals are designed to favour Elon Musk’s Starlink.
EFF and MK Party slams policy easing for Starlink as ‘backdoor for foreign monopolies'
The EFF and MK Party criticised a government policy easing B-BBEE rules for satellite providers, accusing officials of enabling foreign tech giants like Starlink to dominate without meaningful local investment.
Trump's Deportations Betray American Ideals
This article critiques Trump’s second term for escalating deportations and invoking the outdated 1798 Alien Enemies Act. It highlights the forced expulsion of migrants, particularly Venezuelans detained in El Salvador without due process. The piece questions the legality, morality, and transparency of U. S. immigration actions, warning of the damage to America’s human rights reputation and global credibility.
Clarifying the absence of Mcebisi Jonas at the White House: No US visa ban, says Presidency
Claims that South Africa’s US envoy Mcebisi Jonas was denied a visa have been rejected by the Presidency, which says Jonas chose not to attend talks between President Ramaphosa and Donald Trump, despite holding valid travel documents
Two shot dead outside Jewish museum in Washington
The Israeli embassy staffers were shot dead late Wednesday officials said, with the US government and Israeli diplomats expressing shock and outrage over the attack.
SA farmers express concerns as Trump and Ramaphosa prepare for crucial talks on land, refugee status
South African farmers voice their concerns as President Ramaphosa meets with President Trump, amid rising tensions over land reform and accusations of genocide.
Protocol and times: What you need to know about Ramaphosa and Trump's White House meeting
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will hold high-stakes talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington, D. C, as Pretoria aims to rebuild strained relations, which will include tech mogul Elon Musk.
The bromance is dead: Donald Trump gives Elon Musk the boot
Elon Musk's political ambitions take a hit as he is reportedly ousted from the US Department of Government Efficiency.
Cyril Ramaphosa's crucial meeting with Donald Trump: Addressing tensions over 'genocide' claims
President Cyril Ramaphosa's meeting with Donald Trump on Wednesday seeks to address rising tensions over 'genocide' claims against white Afrikaners.
Steenhuisen: White farmers issue ‘didn’t come up’ in US trade talks
“No, it didn’t come up at all. ” These are the words of Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen on whether White farmer concerns were raised in US trade talks.
Will Elon Musk's Starlink finally launch in South Africa? Ramaphosa seeks deal
President Cyril Ramaphosa is reportedly considering offering Elon Musk's Starlink a workaround to South Africa’s BEE rules, as part of a broader strategy to reset strained relations with the United States.
South African woman faces backlash for claiming refugee status to join husband in the US
Jacqueline Botha's controversial refugee claim to join her husband in the US has sparked outrage, with many questioning the legitimacy of her motives amid claims of racial persecution.
Shudu Musida's study break: dancing with nature and rediscovering joy
Join former Miss South Africa, Shudu Musida, as she embarks on a transformative journey through the American Southwest, discovering the healing power of travel amidst the pressures of academic life.
‘She just wanted a free trip’ : SA woman slammed for refugee claim to join US husband
Jacqueline Botha is facing backlash after leaving her affluent South African suburb to join her husband in America, under refugee status many say she didn’t need.