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South Africa Opposition Leader Offers Little Beyond Scare Tactics: John Steenhuisen of the Democratic Alliance, who has been re-elected leader of the opposition ...
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CHOOSING DARK SIDE OF HISTORY OP-ED: In apparent effort not to upset Putin’s Russia, ANC government bans arms sales to Poland
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REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK: The DA’s big-time, on-time congress felt refreshingly normal in disturbed times
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GEOPOLITICS: Digging ever deeper: ANC visits Moscow to meet its new BFF — Putin’s United Russia party
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S.Africa party officials in Russia for talks on new 'global order': Moscow has been looking for years to bolster its political and economic ties with ...
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South Africa’s ANC party officials in Russia for talks on new ‘global order’
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South Africa sends ANC officials to Russia for 'new global order' talks
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ANC undertakes working visit to Russia: The ANC is undertaking a working visit to Russia which began on Thursday and ends on Sunday.
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South African ruling party wants to strengthen alliance with Putin party in Moscow
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DA is preparing for unrest should ANC lose power in 2024: Official opposition says it should lead the process to develop a declaration for a peaceful transition ...
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Mbalula says ANC supports KZN coalition government, despite uncertainties: Amidst the potential collapse of the Government of Provincial Unity in KZN ...
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Key FactsANC Affirms Backing for KZN Coalition Amid Uncertainty
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- The ANC confirmed continued full support for the coalition government involving the IFP and DA in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Challenges within the NFP are viewed as temporary and have not altered the ANC’s stance on the Government of Provincial Unity.
- Ambiguity surrounds Mbali Shinga’s position as Social Development MEC following her expulsion and court proceedings.
- The NFP is preparing to replace Shinga with its president Ivan Barnes and backs a motion to remove Premier Ntuli.
We are still part of the GPU and we have not taken a decision that suggests otherwise. The NFP problem is just a sparkle and what is happening is not unique to KwaZulu-Natal, it happens everywhere... so is the nature of coalitions.— Fikile Mbalula at a party rally in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa's Left Can Rebuild — If It Rejects Corruption: The South African left today is dominated by parties of patronage and corruption and small ...
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OpinionTrump’s tariff bullying shows signs of backfiring: India defies US President Donald Trump’s bullying. Will African countries do the same?
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Key FactsTrump’s Tariffs Boost China’s African Trade Dominance
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- India resists Trump's 50% tariffs and plans to increase Russian oil imports despite American sanctions.
- South Africa struggles with US tensions, while pursuing joint military exercises with Russia and China.
- China grants 53 African nations zero-tariff access, significantly expanding its trade surplus on the continent.
- Russia expands its influence in Africa through economic ties, propaganda, and military involvement despite limited resources.
Xi’s gesture reinforces China’s narrative as a reliable and equitable partner for the [Global South].— Linda Calabrese wrote for London-based think tank ODI Global in July, contrasting it with Western and especially US protectionism.
How Vladimir Putin Got Checkmated in South Africa – Takeaways for Team Trump: Opinion - In the summer of 2003, I was upbraided by then long-shot presidential ...
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It Is MKP, Not Ramaphosa’s ANC, That Will Lead South Africa to Sovereignty and a Multipolar Future
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The DA’s Ukraine Push and Ramaphosa’s Dilemma: A return to an independent, consistent foreign policy is now urgent. President Cyril Ramaphosa must reject any ...
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Key FactsDA's Ukraine Initiative Challenges South Africa's Foreign Policy
Oct 29, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The DA's proposal for visa-free access to Ukrainian officials raises concerns about South Africa's foreign policy direction.
- The DA's assertion that Ukraine significantly contributed to the anti-apartheid struggle overlooks historical facts and aligns with Western interests.
- Ramaphosa's indecision on the DA's initiative could jeopardize BRICS relationships and undermine South Africa's role as an advocate for the oppressed.
- A clear and independent foreign policy is essential to preserve South Africa's national interests and historical integrity.
WATCH | Ramaphosa's warm message to Putin leaves its GNU partner, the DA, cold
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Key FactsRamaphosa Defends Russia Ties Amid DA Criticism
Oct 24, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- President Cyril Ramaphosa referred to Russia as a valuable ally during a meeting with Vladimir Putin.
- The DA distanced itself from Ramaphosa's remarks, asserting that Russia is not an ally of South Africa.
- Ramaphosa's spokesperson emphasized that the DA cannot control the president's foreign policy, which is rooted in historical context.
- Critics argued that the DA's comments could jeopardize diplomatic relations, highlighting the importance of supporting the government.
WATCH | Ramaphosa's warm message to Putin leaves its GNU partner, the DA, cold
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South African authorities agree to issue arrest warrant for Putin
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Key FactsSouth African Court Orders Arrest of Putin for War Crimes
Jul 21, 2023 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The South African court has ordered the government to arrest Russian President Putin upon his arrival in the country, in compliance with the International Criminal Court's (ICC) directive.
- The court has accepted the demands of the opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) and ordered the government to adhere to the obligations under the Rome Statute and arrest Putin.
- The ICC has issued a warrant against Putin for alleged war crimes during Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- Despite President Cyril Ramaphosa's efforts to shield Putin from accountability for his alleged war crimes, the court has ordered his arrest.
Unfair for South Africa to decide on Putin’s invite to BRICS Summit, says ANC: ANC’s first deputy secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane said invitations have been ...
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Pretoria once again on the horns of an ICC dilemma: Will other African countries now also consider withdrawal from the International Criminal Court so Putin can ...
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South Africa’s Ramaphosa says governing party wants ICC exit: The decision comes after a warrant issued against Russia’s Putin and before a BRICS summit in South ...
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Key FactsSouth Africa will try to withdraw from the ICC again, according to Ramaphosa.
Apr 26, 2023 · Reading time: ~20 sec.
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- 1/2] South African President Cyril Ramaphosa responds to a legislative debate on his state of the country address on February 16, 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa.
- Only two days before, South Africa's parliament stated that it would abandon a seven-year-long legislative procedure to withdraw South Africa from the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.
- "He has been invited by President Ramaphosa and Russia has indicated attendance," Anil Sooklal, South Africa's official in charge of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) relations, told Reuters.
South Africa appears to have forgotten that Putin is a monster: South Africa is preparing to host a meeting of the BRICS countries – Brazil, Russia, India ...
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ANC applying its mind after ICC issues warrant of arrest on Putin who is due in South Africa
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Putin's visit a headache for South African govt: The International Criminal Court in the Hague has issued a warrant of arrest for the Russian leader.
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Why South Africa continues to be neutral in Ukraine-Russia war: Pretoria has refused to condemn Moscow’s invasion but continues to call for dialogue.
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