MK can win Joburg, says mayoral candidate Bongani Baloyi: MK Party mayoral candidate Bongani Baloyi is betting on a breakthrough in Johannesburg ...
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MK can win Joburg, says mayoral candidate Bongani Baloyi
ANC biggest party but fails to convert numbers into control: DA and IFP outperform ANC in converting plurality to power
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ANC biggest party but fails to convert numbers into control
McKenzie: PA would reinstate death penalty, bring God into schools: PA leader Gayton McKenzie says the party would reinstate the death penalty ...
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McKenzie: PA would reinstate death penalty, bring God into schools
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WATCH | "We have water, electricity and title deeds — some have forgotten that." A Hammarsdale resident in KZN vouches for the ANC and says he prays ... Show more
OpinionThe ANC will not self correct its way out of collapse: In an era of disillusionment, can the ANC recover its lost identity? Explore the party's tumultuous ...
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The ANC will not self correct its way out of collapse
Key FactsRamaphosa rejects ANC collapse claims in KwaZulu-Natal
Sep 28, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
  • Ramaphosa says the ANC is gaining momentum in KwaZulu-Natal and rebuilding support before the November 4 local elections.

  • In 2024, ANC support fell from 54% to about 16%; MK won 45%, while the IFP finished ahead.

  • Analysts Zakhele Ndlovu and Dr Siyabonga Ntombela question evidence of momentum, citing poor services and unfulfilled promises among their concerns.

  • In eThekwini, the ANC won 42% in 2021 and governed through a coalition; MK received 48% there in 2024.
  • I said it can’t be; the ANC will never die here in KZN. KZN is the home of the African National Congress.
    — Cyril Ramaphosa; remarks in eThekwini rebutting claims that the ANC was 'dead' in KwaZulu-Natal after the 2024 election setback.
3 Filipinos arrested for illegal fishing in Yanbu: Coastal patrols of the Border Guard in Yanbu governorate in the Madinah region apprehended three Filipino ...
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3 Filipinos arrested for illegal fishing in Yanbu
The United Nations General Assembly has backed a resolution calling for the traditional Mercator world map to be phased out in favour of projections that more ... Show more
UN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africa's true size: The Togo-sponsored resolution was backed by 164 nations - with the US as the only nation to vote ...
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UN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africa's true size
Key FactsUN backs world map depicting Africa more accurately
Sep 5, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
  • The Togo-sponsored resolution received 164 votes; the United States opposed it, while six countries abstained.

  • The non-binding decision will see institutions worldwide change the maps they use.

  • The Mercator projection makes Africa appear roughly as large as Greenland, although Africa is 14 times larger.

  • In February, the African Union’s 54 member states adopted the Equal Earth projection, created by cartographers in 2018.
  • A fair world begins with a fair map.
    — Togolese Foreign Minister Robert Dussey, speaking to Reuters ahead of the UN vote
UN to vote on adopting new world map that shows Africa’s true scale: Togo-sponsored resolution calls to phase out traditional map that depicts continent as ...
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UN to vote on adopting new world map that shows Africa’s true scale
ANC mulls approaching Electoral Court after party misses deadline on candidate list
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ANC mulls approaching Electoral Court after party misses deadline on ...
DA targets governance in 60 councils after local polls: The DA wants to become the largest party in Gauteng’s three metros and believes it has a chance of ...
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DA targets governance in 60 councils after local polls
ANC’s election list battle widens as ATM seeks court intervention: The intervention comes as the ANC seeks to overturn an IEC decision rejecting its party lists ...
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ANC’s election list battle widens as ATM seeks court intervention
ANC says 181 candidates affected in IEC nomination dispute, rejects special-treatment claims
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ANC says 181 candidates affected in IEC nomination dispute ...
Key FactsMbalula confirms error behind Chikane’s missing ANC listing
Sep 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: timeslive.co.za
  • Fikile Mbalula confirmed Frank Chikane was omitted through an error, with correction potentially coming after the election.

  • A Sunday Times report said the administrative lapse also omitted Andile Lungisa and Nocawe Mafu, mayoral candidates in Nelson Mandela Bay and Buffalo City.

  • The report cited this and the failure to submit a complete councillor candidate list as grounds for calls for Mbalula’s accountability and disciplinary hearing.

  • Regarding alleged list manipulation and unauthorised reopening, Mbalula said the NEC had requested the amendments on Friday.
  • You also reported about the issue of mayoral candidates who are not on the list; that is an error, and it will be resolved because they belong [on] the PR [proportional representation] list.
    — Fikile Mbalula said this about the error in the mayoral candidate list and its planned correction.
UN votes to adopt new world map that shows Africa’s true scale: Togo-sponsored resolution called to phase out traditional map that depicts continent as similar ...
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UN votes to adopt new world map that shows Africa’s true scale
Local govt elections 2026: How did the ANC fumble its candidate list?: The ANC’s candidate-list failure in parts of the Eastern Cape has raised questions about ...
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Local govt elections 2026: How did the ANC fumble its candidate list?
UN votes to adopt new world map that shows true size of Africa: The resolution is part of the #CorrectTheMap campaign led by Togo and backed by all 55 African ...
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UN votes to adopt new world map that shows true size of Africa
UN General Assembly adopts new world map that shows Africa's true size | Africanews
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UN General Assembly adopts new world map that shows Africa's true size | ...
LISTEN | Mbalula says some members ‘lazy liars’ as ANC faces IEC heat: Party blames missed candidate list deadline on technical glitch as IEC denies fault
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LISTEN | Mbalula says some members ‘lazy liars’ as ANC faces IEC heat
UN votes to adopt new world map that shows Africa’s true scale: Togo-sponsored resolution called to phase out traditional map that depicts continent as similar ...
theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/04/un-vote-world-map-mercator-equal-earth-africa
UN votes to adopt new world map that shows Africa’s true scale
Ghana has revealed plans to export electricity to Nigeria. Ghana's Energy Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor, says it will be a kind of "trade by ... Show more
National Assembly speaker Didiza survives motion of no-confidence: Action brought by EFF fails after 282 members of parliament vote ‘against’ ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2026-08-26-national-assembly-speaker-didiza-survives-motion-of-no-confidence/
National Assembly speaker Didiza survives motion of no-confidence
‘Attention seeker’: Zuma-Sambudla questioned over ANC, EFF regalia: Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has sparked debate over her political allegiance after appearing in ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-09-02-attention-seeker-zuma-sambudla-questioned-over-anc-eff-regalia/
‘Attention seeker’: Zuma-Sambudla questioned over ANC, EFF regalia
Türkiye showcases growing naval capabilities at top maritime festival: Türkiye’s growing naval capabilities, domestically developed defense technologies and ...
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Türkiye showcases growing naval capabilities at top maritime festival
Herman Mashaba confident he will be Joburg Mayor again: "We go out and work in the communities… We don't go around swimming in potholes," Mashaba said.
ewn.co.za/2026/08/17/herman-mashaba-confident-he-will-be-joburg-mayor-again
Herman Mashaba confident he will be Joburg Mayor again
ANC at 18%: Former DA man Gareth van Onselen's hidden hand behind the polls: A Johannesburg poll putting ANC support at 18% has prompted scrutiny of the ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-08-23-anc-at-18-former-da-man-gareth-van-onselens-hidden-hand-behind-the-polls/
ANC at 18%: Former DA man Gareth van Onselen's hidden hand behind the ...
ANC, MK Party open criminal cases against DA's Mark Burke: Two criminal cases have been opened against DA federal finance chair Mark Burke over R4bn the Reserve ...
iol.co.za/news/2026-08-21-anc-mk-party-open-criminal-cases-against-das-mark-burke/
ANC, MK Party open criminal cases against DA's Mark Burke
A group gathered and cheered outside Henry Ford Centennial Library while individuals raised Palestinian flags and the flag of Saudi Arabia as anti-Muslim ... Show more
Two French nationals detained in Togo since July 27: A pair of journalist-directors working for a French production company have been held in Togo since July 27 ...
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Two French nationals detained in Togo since July 27
RSF calls for release of French journalists detained in Togo | Africanews: Advocacy group Reporters Without Borders is calling for the release of two French ...
africanews.com/2026/08/20/rsf-calls-for-release-of-french-journalists-detained-in-togo/
RSF calls for release of French journalists detained in Togo | Africanews
Madonsela’s ANC ties may compromise impeachment process, Ramaphosa warns Didiza : President cites potential conflict due to advocate’s prior ANC work ...
sundaytimes.timeslive.co.za/politics/2026-08-19-madonselas-anc-ties-may-compromise-impeachment-process-ramaphosa-warns-didiza/
Madonsela’s ANC ties may compromise impeachment process, Ramaphosa warns ...
Key FactsRamaphosa Challenges Madonsela’s Impeachment Role
Aug 19, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: citizen.co.za
  • Ramaphosa based his formal objection on the possibility that Madonsela could be conflicted because he removed him from the JSC in 2022 and because of his earlier legal advice to the ANC on the impeachment matter.

  • Opposition parties, including the MK party, called the objection a delaying tactic, while ANC representatives abstained from voting on the appointment because of Madonsela’s prior involvement.

  • The committee resolved on Wednesday to obtain a legal opinion, leaving Madonsela’s appointment as chief evidence leader unresolved for the time being.

  • On 12 January 2026, the Constitutional Court dismissed Ramaphosa’s urgent bid to appeal, while a review of findings concerning the theft of approximately US$580,000 is scheduled before the Western Cape High Court from 2 to 4 September.
  • Ordinarily, a legal practitioner ought not to act in a matter that is substantially the same as one in which he or she previously advised a former client… particularly where confidential or privileged information may have been disclosed.
    — Ramaphosa's warning in his written submissions to the National Assembly about Adv. Thandazani Madonsela's appointment as chief evidence leader.
Impeachment committee backs Madonsela to lead Phala Phala evidence against Ramaphosa
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Impeachment committee backs Madonsela to lead Phala Phala evidence against ...
Key FactsImpeachment Committee debates evidence threshold in Phala Phala case
Aug 5, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
  • The committee agreed to adopt a parliamentary legal opinion stating that the Constitution and the law should guide the standard of proof.

  • The legal advisers recommend using the procedure followed in the 2022 Section 194 inquiry into the impeachment of former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane when assessing the allegations against President Cyril Ramaphosa.

  • The ANC suggested that the committee might decide not to launch a full inquiry after reviewing the available evidence, while the EFF rejected this and said the Section 89 process was already well underway.

  • ActionSA’s Athol Trollip supported the balance of probabilities rather than proof beyond reasonable doubt, while MK parliamentary leader John Hlophe called for clear definitions for assessing the evidence.
  • We must apply the law. We must listen to the evidence, and based on the evidence that we hear and based on the balance of probability as opposed to beyond reasonable doubt.
    — Athol Trollip (ActionSA), speaking during the Impeachment Committee debate on the standard of proof
Kerala orders police probe into RSS leader’s ‘would’ve shot’ Jantar Mantar protesters remark
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Kerala orders police probe into RSS leader’s ‘would’ve shot’ Jantar Mantar ...
Protesters in Togo call for return to previous constitution | Africanews: Hundreds of people gathered Saturday in Vogan, southern Togo, at the call of opposition ...
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Protesters in Togo call for return to previous constitution | Africanews
US, Japan join Philippines in South China Sea drills: MANILA — The US and Japan joined the Philippines in maritime exercises in the South ​China Sea ...
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US, Japan join Philippines in South China Sea drills
Traffic snarl looms as FG resumes repair on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: Expect significant traffic delays on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway as the Federal Government ...
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Traffic snarl looms as FG resumes repair on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Here are the five distinguished international experts appointed to serve on the Commission of Inquiry into the MV Barima tragedy ... Show more
India on Sunday urged its citizens to carefully assess the security situation before taking up jobs in maritime zones witnessing conflicts ... Show more

India urges citizens to assess security situation before taking up jobs in maritime conflict zones
Family to mark 60th memorial anniversary of Aguiyi-Ironsi: The family of the late Major General Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi, Nigeria's first Military Head of ...
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Family to mark 60th memorial anniversary of Aguiyi-Ironsi
Zandile Gumede dumps ANC, joins MKP as deputy provincial convener: Zandile Gumede, the former mayor of eThekwini, has joined the uMkhonto weSizwe Party ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-07-14-zandile-gumede-dumps-anc-joins-mkp-as-deputy-provincial-convener/
Zandile Gumede dumps ANC, joins MKP as deputy provincial convener
Pro-Trump Influencer Laura Loomer Visits Ukraine, Changes Tone on Russia: Loomer previously amplified Russian narratives but admitted she was “wrong” after ...
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Pro-Trump Influencer Laura Loomer Visits Ukraine, Changes Tone on Russia
Key FactsLoomer’s Shift and Meeting with President Zelenskyy
Jul 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
  • Laura Loomer, previously spreading Russian propaganda, has expressed remorse and traveled to Ukraine.

  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with the right-wing influencer to provide firsthand perspectives.

  • Loomer described experiencing an air raid alarm in Kyiv and admitted minimizing Ukraine’s struggle.

  • The encounter is seen as a crucial move to address past misinformation about Ukraine.
  • We have been fed with propaganda by Russia to such an extent that we didn't even realize it.
    — Laura Loomer; she spoke about the impact of Russian propaganda and how she and others had been affected.
Human capital to shape Nigeria’s maritime future – SIFAX chair: SIFAX Group Chairman, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, emphasizes that Nigeria's maritime future hinges on ...
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Human capital to shape Nigeria’s maritime future – SIFAX chair
EU, Portugal boost Nigerian Navy with patrol boats, crime equipment: The EU and Portugal have donated patrol boats and crime equipment to the Nigerian Navy ...
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EU, Portugal boost Nigerian Navy with patrol boats, crime equipment
Cilliers Brink meeting on tavern near school descends into chaos after alleged 'ANC disruption'
iol.co.za/news/2026-07-20-cilliers-brink-meeting-on-tavern-near-school-descends-into-chaos-after-alleged-anc-disruption/
Cilliers Brink meeting on tavern near school descends into chaos after ...
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. honors the 327 cadets and 21 master’s degree graduates of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) Salighirang Class of ... Show more
Police arrest two Togolese in foiled Kwara kidnap attempt: Kwara State Police Command foils a planned kidnapping and extortion attempt in Okuta ...
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Police arrest two Togolese in foiled Kwara kidnap attempt
Fikile Mbalula counters EFF's defamation claims and highlights hypocrisy: ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula shared his lawyer's letter stating the accusations ...
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Fikile Mbalula counters EFF's defamation claims and highlights hypocrisy
💛🖤KUPI IS BACK IN YELLOW🖤💛 Mikkel Kupijbida was back in action for AC Horsens in yesterday's training match against his former club FC Copenhagen after ... Show more
ANC calls for investigation after Steenhuisen allegedly accuses Tony Leon’s firm of insider lobbying
ewn.co.za/2026/06/29/anc-calls-for-investigation-after-steenhuisen-allegedly-accuses-tony-leon-s-firm-of-insider-lobbying
ANC calls for investigation after Steenhuisen allegedly accuses Tony ...
Qatar Blames Iran for Missile Strike on LNG Tanker, Demands End to Maritime Attacks
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Qatar Blames Iran for Missile Strike on LNG Tanker, Demands End to ...
MKP MPL likens Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma to Winnie Madikizela-Mandela: Siphiwe Mbatha-Moyo claims the March and March founder has done more to address migration than ...
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MKP MPL likens Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma to Winnie Madikizela-Mandela
Police in Ghana say they have arrested 186 people in a major operation against organized crime. The suspects include 86 Ghanaians ... Show more
Malema plans to table motion for Didiza to relinquish oversight role over impeachment proceedings
ewn.co.za/2026/06/24/malema-plans-to-table-motion-for-didiza-to-relinquish-oversight-role-over-impeachment-proceedings
Malema plans to table motion for Didiza to relinquish oversight role over ...
TG Jones at risk of collapse due to £8 million shortfall: TG Jones, formerly known as WH Smith, has 450 sites across the UK, but could face insolvency without a ...
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TG Jones at risk of collapse due to £8 million shortfall
Baba Vanga is said to have predicted an alien invasion during a major sporting event. Now, a self-proclaimed psychic is piggybacking on that said prophecy and ... Show more

Baba Vanga's prophecy of 'alien invasion at sporting event' revived by self-styled psychic - 'I saw so much screaming'
A family from Togo with German roots has been made stateless by German authorities who took away their legally obtained citizenship ... Show more
Almost all of France’s squad trace their lineage to Africa – Cameroon, Benin, Nigeria, Togo, Algeria, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and the Republic of Congo ... Show more
Ex, current spies must get boss’s green light before testifying, ANC proposes ahead of impeachment probe
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Ex, current spies must get boss’s green light before testifying ...