South Africa Urgently Clarifies General’s Remarks Made During Iran Trip
The South African International Relations and Cooperation Agency (DIRCO) is preparing to release a statement regarding Luzzani Mahwana, the chief of the South African Defence Force, who recently visited Iran. According to reports, General Mahwanya’s trip to Iran this week was a show of solidarity against the United States. This visit follows an attack that […]
South Africa Sends Military Representative to Iran to Strengthen Ties over ‘Anti-Colonial’ Position
South African Defense Chief Visits Tehran Amid Controversial Relations General Luzzani Mahwana, the head of the South African Defence Force, made a trip to Tehran on Tuesday to meet with Major General Amir Khatami. This meeting seems a bit unexpected, given the reality of Iran’s regime, known for its oppressive nature and role in global […]
South Africa Human Rights Report Shows Conditions Have Deteriorated, More Abuses Against Minorities
Recent assessments indicate that the human rights situation in South Africa has worsened considerably, raising concerns about the treatment of minority groups—a topic highlighted by President Donald Trump. The report notes a significant decline in human rights over the past year. Following the signing of the Expropriation Bill (B23-2020) on December 20, there are heightened […]
U.S. State Department reports that human rights in South Africa have ‘greatly deteriorated’
The US State Department has reported a “significant worsening” of human rights in South Africa, marking a rise in incidents of “extrajudicial killings” and suppression of racial minorities over the past year. This annual review, focusing on human rights globally, highlights South Africa in its 2025 report, which was released on Tuesday. Several reports were […]
ISIS attacks Christians in Africa, reports of beheadings emerged
International observers have noted alarming reports of ISIS operatives beheading Christians and setting fire to churches and homes in Central and South Africa. The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), a nonprofit focused on counter-terrorism, has raised concerns over what it describes as a “silent genocide” against Christians. Recently, the Islamic State of Mozambique (ISMP) […]
Ukraine Discovering Mercenaries from China, Pakistan, and Africa Fighting for Russia
Ukrainian President’s Claims About Mercenaries On Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the troops in Kharkov are battling not only Russian forces but also mercenaries from various Asian and African nations. During his visit to Kharkiv, Zelensky accused Pakistan and others, pointing out the government’s claims about these mercenaries. He implied it lacked a […]
South Africa Becomes One of the Countries Facing 30% Tariffs After Inability to Agree on Terms
South Africa is unable to stop President Donald Trump from increasing tariffs on goods to 30%. This move poses a significant challenge for South Africa, which relies heavily on trade with the US as its second-largest partner. The nation is now hastily working to support local industries likely to be impacted. The economic difficulties for […]
South Africa uses radioactive rhino horns to combat poaching
A South African university kicked off a prevention campaign on Thursday, injecting rhino horns with harmless radioactive isotopes that can be identified by customs officials. This initiative, part of a collaborative effort involving Witwatersrand University, nuclear energy experts, and conservationists, has already seen five rhinos treated. The hope is that this marks the beginning of […]
Trump might not attend the G20 summit in South Africa due to its poor policies.
Trump Critiques South Africa’s Policies, Skipping G20 Summit On Tuesday, Donald Trump announced that he would not attend the G20 summit in South Africa this November due to what he described as “very bad policies” in the country. He hinted that another representative might attend on behalf of the U.S. While speaking to reporters aboard […]
Zane Dangor from South Africa provides reasons for the absence of a U.S. trade agreement as the deadline nears.
Diplomatic Tensions as South Africa Faces Trade Deadline South Africa’s top diplomats have offered justifications for their shortcomings as the August 1 deadline for trade agreements with the US approaches. They have criticized the US for prioritizing “non-trade” matters, particularly Black Economic Empowerment (BEE). According to reports, South Africa could soon encounter tariffs of 30% […]