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Who is Firoz Cachalia? – Everything you must know about SA’s new Acting Police Minister
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Professor Firoz Cachalia as Acting Police Minister following allegations of criminal infiltration in SAPS.
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First wave of MK Party Johannesburg shutdowns kick off today
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party begins a series of protests in Johannesburg today, calling for criminal charges and a full shutdown of Gauteng on Friday.
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President Ramaphosa to address the nation on security matters
The President’s message will be broadcast and streamed on various platforms.
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DA files criminal charges against Senzo Mchunu
The Democratic Alliance has filed criminal charges against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, accusing him of lying to Parliament about links to a politically connected businessman.
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Senzo Mchunu doubles back on his links to Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu admitted knowing Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala, reversing earlier claims to Parliament, amid allegations linking him to criminal interference and political corruption.
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Epic prison raid uncovers smuggled objects in Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala’s cell
A mobile phone found in Vusi “Cat” Matlala’s prison cell during a raid has reignited allegations of corruption and high-level interference in law enforcement.
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Ramaphosa intervenes after Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi exposes alleged rot in Senzo Mchunu’s office
President Cyril Ramaphosa has stepped into a growing dispute within the South African Police Service (SAPS), following serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.
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BRICS Summit in Rio places Trump tariff threats on the pendulum
Heads of State from BRICS countries have gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the 2025 Summit amid tensions with US President Donald Trump over trade policies.
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David Mabuza dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Former South African deputy president David Mabuza has died at 64.
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Brian Molefe and Siyabonga Gama due in court for Transnet tender fraud
Former Transnet executives Brian Molefe and Siyabonga Gama are in court over charges related to a controversial R93 million locomotive tender.
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DA withdraws from National Dialogue: Is this the end of the GNU?
The DA has pulled out of the National Dialogue, citing corruption and broken promises from the ANC-led government under President Cyril Ramaphosa.
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Watch live: DA issues ultimatum on the fate of the GNU
The Democratic Alliance is expected to announce its decision on whether to remain in the GNU after President Ramaphosa failed to meet their ultimatum to fire corrupt ministers.
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Qatar aviation reopens airspace after Iran missile onslaught
Qatar has reopened its airspace and Qatar Airways has resumed flights after Iran launched missiles at a US military base in the country.
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Floyd Shivambu announces new political party, calls EFF a ‘cult’
Floyd Shivambu has launched a new political party after his demotion from the MK Party, claiming internal sabotage and criticising both MKP and the EFF.
Technology
TikTok set to be granted third extension in the US
President Donald Trump is expected to extend TikTok’s deadline to sell its US operations by another 90 days, keeping the app available in the US for now.
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‘Madleen yacht’ carrying Greta Thunberg rescued after dramatic ‘kidnapping’ scandal
A yacht carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists bound for Gaza has been intercepted and rescued, with Thunberg calling the ordeal a “kidnapping.”
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Elon Musk and Trump due for talk amid escalating ‘twar’
Elon Musk and President Donald Trump are set to discuss their recent public disagreement over a legislative bill and other issues, following a series of critical exchanges on social media.
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Floyd Shivambu fired from MK Party leadership
MK Party has dismissed Floyd Shivambu from his leadership role over an unauthorised trip to Malawi, citing a serious breach of party rules.
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At least 8,000 more Afrikaners expected to migrate to the US this year
Thousands of Afrikaners are expected to migrate to the US this year under a refugee policy based on claims of racial persecution in South Africa.
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Second batch of Afrikaner refugees reportedly land in the US
A US commentator claims a second group of Afrikaners have arrived in the United States as refugees.
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Repo rate announcement expected this week: Will it remain unchanged? – Here’s what the numbers say
South Africa’s Reserve Bank is expected to announce its latest repo rate decision this week, with current inflation and unemployment data providing key indicators.
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EFF rally: Julius Malema reignites ‘Kill the Boer’ chants [video]
Julius Malema reignites chants at EFF rally while criticising Ramaphosa’s White House performance and US commentary on South African land reform.
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More farm murder victims are African, Police Minister
Mchunu also sought to dispel misconceptions about so-called “land grabbing” in South Africa.
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SA National Petroleum Company officially open for business
The new state-owned enterprise (SOE) is an amalgamation of PetroSA, the South African Gas Development Company (iGas) and the Strategic Fuel Fund Association.
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SA, Tanzania research funders sign landmark MoU to deepen bilateral scientific cooperation
According to the NRF, this new MoU establishes a strategic framework for enhanced cooperation in science, technology, and innovation, including the social sciences and humanities.
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Budget Speech 3.0: Key takeaways from Godongwana’s third attempt
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered South Africa’s third budget speech for 2025, confirming no VAT increase, boosting social spending, and outlining major infrastructure investment.
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CONTEXT: Facts about the Malema video played at the White House
US President Donald Trump played a video of Julius Malema at the White House, but South African leaders say the clip was taken out of context.
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Johann Rupert debunks ‘Afrikaner genocide’, targets John Steenhuisen in Trump talks
Johann Rupert dismissed claims of white-targeted violence in South Africa during US talks, while exposing crime rates in DA-led Western Cape.
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Watch: Malema makes it to the White House in SA-US talks [video]
During a tense White House meeting, US President Donald Trump played videos of Julius Malema to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, escalating discussions on land reform and racial tensions.
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Johann Rupert touted to save South Africa ahead of Trump White House meeting
Johann Rupert is reportedly playing a key role in a high-stakes White House meeting between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump amid diplomatic tensions.
