EFF backs Iran after United States nuclear strikes
Julius Malema condemns Western imperialism at KZN funeral service, reaffirms support for Palestine amid escalating Middle East conflict
Female Suicide Bomber Kills 12 at Borno Fish Market
A suspected Boko Haram attacker detonated explosives at a crowded market in Konduga on Friday night, in the latest assault on civilians in Nigeria's insurgency-ravaged northeast.
Zambia’s Former President Lungu to Be Buried in South Africa
LUSAKA- Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu will be laid to rest in South Africa following a disagreement between his family and the Zambian government over his funeral arrangements. Lungu, 68, died earlier this month in a South African hospital after a prolonged
UK Denies Malema Visa Over Hamas Support, Racial Remarks
LONDON – The United Kingdom has on Wednesday formally denied Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema a visa, citing his expressions of support for Hamas and previous remarks seen as inciting racial violence. In a letter dated June 17, 2025, the
94 Israelis Injured in Iranian Missile Strikes Last Night
At least 94 people were hospitalised in Israel following overnight missile strikes launched by Iran, Israel’s Health Ministry said on Wednesday. Among those injured, one person is in moderate condition, 85 sustained minor injuries, and five remain under medical evaluation, with their
Two teen girls found burnt to death in Khayelitsha bushes
South Africa – Police in the Eastern Cape have opened two murder cases after discovering the burnt bodies of two young women in bushes at Khayelitsha outside Gqeberha on Wednesday morning. The victims are believed to be aged between 17 and 19.
Trump Targets Africa in Major Travel Ban Expansion
WASHINGTON – The Trump administration is considering travel restrictions on 25 African countries in a sweeping expansion that would affect more than half the continent, according to a State Department memo reviewed by The Washington Post. The potential expansion would dramatically escalate
South Africa Condemns Israeli Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – South Africa condemned Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities Friday that killed at least 78 people, calling the attacks a violation of international law and sovereignty. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) expressed “profound concern” about
Mashatile defends R8m travel bill amid public outcry
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has raked up close to R8m in expenditure on international trips since taking office in July 2024, with his office defending the expenses as necessary for advancing South Africa’s global agenda. The revelation came through parliamentary responses detailing
MK Party removes Floyd Shivambu as secretary general over Malawi visit
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has dismissed Floyd Shivambu from his position as secretary general following his controversial trip to Malawi, citing constitutional violations. Floyd Shivambu has been stripped of his role as secretary general of South Africa’s uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party after