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Paul Mashatile warns of a soon-coming Cabinet reshuffle
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has confirmed a possible Cabinet reshuffle and says the Government of National Unity will continue even if the DA steps away.
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ANC expects DA to exit the GNU: Here’s what happens if that’s the case
The ANC says it is expecting the DA to exit the Government of National Unity after the DA voted against the budget.
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The AFRIKANER Act: What it means, who can apply, how it affects white South Africans
A new US bill proposes giving special refugee status to white South Africans—here’s what it means, who qualifies, and how it may affect those applying.
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Trump imposes ‘discounted’ 30% tariff on South Africa
Donald Trump has announced a new 30% tariff on South African imports, escalating tensions between the two countries just as officials were trying to mend relations.
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Budget vote 2025: DA vows to challenge VAT hike in court
The Democratic Alliance says it will take the 2025 budget vote to court after Parliament approved a VAT hike without its support.
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Budget Vote 2025: ANC pushes fiscal framework through without the DA
South Africa’s national budget has been approved by Parliament, despite the ANC’s largest partner in government, the DA, voting against it.
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Budget vote 2025: What to expect, how to watch live in South Africa
Parliament will vote on the 2025 budget framework this afternoon amid political tensions — here’s what to expect and how to watch it live.
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Budget 2025: Steenhuisen holds 11th-hour talks with Ramaphosa ahead of GNU decision
DA leader John Steenhuisen met President Ramaphosa as the future of the Government of National Unity hangs in the balance over budget negotiations.
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SA automotive industry wants Ramaphosa to counter Trump’s 25% car tariff
South Africa’s automotive sector is calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to retaliate after Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported vehicles.
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Home Affairs minister under pressure to deny Cape Independence leader Phil Craig’s citizenship
ActionSA has written to the Home Affairs minister urging him to deny citizenship to Cape Independence leader Phil Craig, as a petition calling for his deportation gains momentum.
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ANC Cape Town leader Banele Majingo resigns and joins the DA
ANC caucus leader in Cape Town, Banele Majingo, has resigned from the party in a dramatic twist, joining the DA during a council sitting on Thursday.
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Trump administration expels Ebrahim Rasool as SA ambassador to US
The US has expelled South Africa’s ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool, citing political tensions and diplomatic disagreements between Washington and Pretoria.
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Happening today: Finance minister delivers budget to Parliament committees
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces a tough round of questioning from Parliament today as opposition parties challenge his budget, VAT hike, and government spending priorities.
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Budget Speech 2025: What to expect, how to watch live in South Africa
After last month’s failed budget, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers his revised 2025 Budget Speech today. Here’s what to expect and how to watch live.
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Donald Trump opens US citizenship for Afrikaner families ‘under threat’ in South Africa
Donald Trump announced that Afrikaner farmers facing safety concerns in South Africa will be given a fast-track to US citizenship.
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President Ramaphosa kicks off Gauteng oversight visit
The President was addressing the Gauteng Provincial Government and the National Executive during an oversight visit to the province, on Thursday.
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Bonginkosi Khanyile’s ‘July 2021 unrest’ kicks off in Durban
Bonginkosi Khanyile’s trial for inciting the July 2021 unrest begins in Durban after a brief bail revocation.
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Trump issues new threat to Hamas: ’Shalom’ means hello and goodbye, you can choose’
President Trump has issued a direct ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the release of Israeli hostages and threatening severe consequences if they do not comply.
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Trump Congress speech sparks outrage: Here’s what happened
Donald Trump’s first Congress speech since returning to power sparked outrage, as Democrats protested, Canada retaliated over tariffs, and markets reacted.
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Afriforum’s AGOA leverage: Why Afrikaner lobbyists present a dilemma for South Africa
South African lobby group Afriforum’s recent visit to the US sparked controversy at home, culminating in four high treason dockets.
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DA shoots down claims of an agreement in national budget
The DA has denied reports of an agreement on the national budget, rejecting claims that a deal has been reached just days before Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s speech.b
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Trump and VP Vance scold Zelensky during extraordinary Oval Office meeting
A tense Oval Office meeting between Trump, Zelensky, and VP Vance turned confrontational, with Trump accusing Zelensky of being ungrateful and reckless in handling the war.
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Ex-US State Department official links USAID funding to regime influences in developing countries
Former US State Department official Mike Benz claims USAID was used to influence regimes worldwide as the Trump administration permanently shuts down its funding in South Africa.
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Who is Dana Brown? – US deputy ambassador to SA resigns with immediate effect
Dana Brown, the US chargé d’affaires in South Africa, has resigned with immediate effect amid rising diplomatic tensions between Pretoria and Washington.
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Donald Trump effectively shuts down HIV/AIDS funding to South Africa
The Trump administration has permanently cut HIV/AIDS funding to South Africa, leaving critical health programs in jeopardy.
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Afriforum meet Trump to push for ‘Amerikaner’ agenda
AfriForum and Solidarity met with Trump officials to push for US intervention in South Africa.
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Donald Trump launches $5 million gold card for US citizenship
Donald Trump has announced a new $5 million Gold Card program, allowing wealthy foreigners to buy US residency and a path to citizenship.
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Budget Speech faces new uphill battle as GNU at odds over ‘wealth tax’
South Africa’s Cabinet has rejected Enoch Godongwana’s revised Budget over tax disagreements, deepening the standoff within the GNU.
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AGOA on shaky grounds but B-BBEE businesses score crucial deal on poultry imports
The South African government is allowing black-owned businesses to import US chicken without anti-dumping duties, but potential AGOA revocation could impact poultry prices.
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SA expresses concern over conflict situations
Lamola addressed the attendees at the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Nasrec, Johannesburg, while President Cyril Ramaphosa officially opened the gathering.
