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President Cyril Ramaphosa to Deliver State of the Nation Address Today Amid 30 Years of Freedom and G20 Presidency
06
Feb

President Cyril Ramaphosa to Deliver State of the Nation Address Today Amid 30 Years of Freedom and G20 Presidency

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South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa will take to the podium today at 7:00 PM local time to deliver the highly anticipated 2025 State of the Nation Address (SoNA), an address that comes with considerable weight and significance. The speech will be presented before a joint sitting of the National Assembly and the National Council of […]

Trump Wants Ukraine’s "Valuable Rare Earth" as Compensation for Continued Military Aid
06
Feb

Trump Wants Ukraine’s “Valuable Rare Earth” as Compensation for Continued Military Aid

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In a striking statement that has raised eyebrows around the world, U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that while he intends to continue funding Ukraine’s war effort, he expects something in return control over Ukraine’s valuable rare earth metals. These critical minerals, essential for U.S. high-tech and defense industries, are at the heart of his […]

Zelenskyy Offers to Hold Direct Talks with Putin, Kremlin Responds with Skepticism
06
Feb

Zelenskyy Offers to Hold Direct Talks with Putin, Kremlin Responds with Skepticism

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In a dramatic turn in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his willingness to engage in direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to help bring an end to the devastating conflict. However, the Kremlin swiftly dismissed these comments, calling them “empty words” and reiterating its position that negotiations would proceed […]

M23 Rebels Seize Mining Town in Eastern Congo Despite Unilateral Ceasefire, Tensions Escalate
06
Feb

M23 Rebels Seize Mining Town in Eastern Congo Despite Unilateral Ceasefire, Tensions Escalate

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In a dramatic escalation of the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have taken control of the strategic mining town of Nyabibwe in South Kivu province, even as they declared a unilateral ceasefire just days earlier. This latest move brings the rebels perilously closer to Bukavu, the provincial capital, a […]

Russia and Ukraine Exchange Prisoners, Bringing Home Dozens of Soldiers Amid Ongoing Conflict
06
Feb

Russia and Ukraine Exchange Prisoners, Bringing Home Dozens of Soldiers Amid Ongoing Conflict

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In a rare yet heartening moment amid the brutal ongoing war, Russia and Ukraine have successfully carried out a significant prisoner exchange, resulting in the release of 300 soldiers, many of whom had been imprisoned for years. The exchange, which took place early this week, is a testament to the continuing, albeit fragile, negotiations between […]

South Africa is gearing up for the State of the Nation 2025
05
Feb

South Africa Is Gearing Up For The State Of The Nation 2025

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What to expect from the first SONA under the Government of National Unity South Africa is gearing up for the State of the Nation 2025, where the president will address the nation on the economic and political state of the country. This is a crucial moment in South African history as the country is under […]

China Responds to U.S. Plan on Gaza, Emphasizing Palestinian Governance
05
Feb

China Responds to U.S. Plan on Gaza, Emphasising Palestinian Governance

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China has expressed reservations over U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding the Gaza Strip, highlighting its opposition to the displacement of Palestinians to neighbouring countries. In a statement on Wednesday, China’s Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its position that “Palestinians should govern Palestine” as the core principle for the region’s post-conflict governance. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin […]

Anticipating SONA 2025: What you should know
05
Feb

Anticipating SONA 2025: What You Need to Know Ahead of February 6th

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On Thursday evening, South Africans everywhere will tune in to hear President Cyril Ramaphosa deliver the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) from Cape Town’s City Hall. This address, scheduled for 7pm SAST, will be the first of the seventh administration, but it comes at a time when Ramaphosa’s leadership is increasingly under fire. […]

Uganda's Supreme Court bans military trials for civilians; government rejects ruling
05
Feb

Uganda’s Supreme Court Bans Military Trials for Civilians; Government Rejects Ruling

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Uganda’s recent Supreme Court ruling, which declared that civilians should not be tried in military courts, has been widely welcomed by human rights organisations and legal experts who view the decision as a critical step toward ensuring the protection of fundamental rights. The Case Against Military Courts The case that led to the Supreme Court’s […]

US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong
05
Feb

US Postal Service Suspends Inbound Parcels from China, Hong Kong

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The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced a temporary suspension of parcel shipments from China and Hong Kong. This move follows recent actions by the Trump administration to end a trade provision that previously allowed retailers to ship low-value packages to the U.S. without paying tariffs. As of Tuesday, President Trump implemented an additional […]