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No more slay queens for ANC leaders says Malema

EFF questions R52m ($2.7m) spend on South Africa deportations

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has raised alarm over South Africa spending R52.8m ($2.7m) to deport undocumented migrants, saying the costly programme is undermined by inadequate border controls. The opposition party’s concerns follow revelations that Home Affairs deported 19,750 people in just
October 23, 2024
John steenhuisen minister agriculture DA

SA coalition split as minister rejects Ramaphosa’s Russia ties

South Africa’s Government of National Unity has been rocked by a public disagreement over President Cyril Ramaphosa’s description of Russia as a “valued ally and friend.” John Steenhuisen, Democratic Alliance leader and Agriculture Minister, has firmly rejected the president’s characterisation of relations
October 23, 2024
(SADC) chairman Emmerson Mnangagwa

Mozambique tensions rise as SADC chair backs ruling party

The head of southern Africa’s regional bloc has sparked controversy by congratulating Mozambique’s ruling party before official election results are declared. SADC chairman Emmerson Mnangagwa praised FRELIMO’s “resounding victory” despite widespread allegations of vote rigging and the killing of an opposition lawyer.
October 23, 2024