Antony Blinken's goal is to bring South Africa into the Western fold.

news24.com/news24/southafrica/politics/us-secretary-of-states-sa-visit-start-of-a-new-chapter-after-seven-years-of-silence-20220808

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US Secretary of State's SA visit start of a 'new chapter' after seven years of silence

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Secretary of State Antony Blinken says U.S. is "equal partner" with African countries

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Associated Press

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Aug 08 22

In South Africa speech, Blinken details US policy for Africa: JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa’s neutral stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine was discussed in a ...

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BBC News

bbc.com/news/world-africa-62463651

Aug 08 22

Blinken Africa trip: The world should not dictate to the continent: The US's top diplomat is trying to curry favour amid growing influence from Russia and China.

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Reuters Top News: LIVE: Antony Blinken holds joint news conference with South Africa's Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor

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Axios (website)

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Biden won't force African countries to choose U.S. or China, Blinken says: "The United States will not dictate Africa’s choices. Neither should anyone ...

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CNBC

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Aug 08 22

'Echoes of the Cold War' as Blinken heads to Africa, vying with Russia for influence

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U.S. Africa strategy stresses China, Russia threats amid Blinken visit to continent

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The Globe and Mail

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U.S. launches new Africa strategy to counteract Russian and Chinese power: The new U.S. strategy for Africa, Blinken says, is ‘rooted in the recognition that ...

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Aug 08 22

PICS & VIDEO: Minister Naledi Pandor says she is looking forward to Secretary Blinken’s Africa Strategy

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It’s the beginning of new chapter in SA-US relations, says US Secretary of State Antony Blinken

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Antony Blinken aims to bring South Africa into western fold: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has kicked off his Africa trip on Sunday by paying tribute to ...

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allAfrica.com

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Biden Administration Reveals New U.S. Strategy on Africa: The Biden Administration's top foreign policy official, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken ...

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CNN.com

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Blinken draws distinctions between US and Russia as he seeks to make case for US partnership in Africa

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Africa: Blinken in South Africa - Compares South African Struggle for Equality to U.S.

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Dr Esther Mahlangu to get an honorary doctorate from Unisa: In recognition of her mathematical prowess, Unisa will be awarding an honorary doctorate to Dr Esther ...

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Apr 17

How Migration Became an Election Issue for South Africa, New Zealand and Peru: US voters increasingly cite migration as their chief concern. But these case ...

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Jacob Zuma wins court battle to stand in South Africa's election: South Africa's ex-president wins an appeal against his earlier disqualification by the ...

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Quick Glance: The Unstoppable Impunities of Jacob Zuma

Former President Jacob Zuma secures a significant victory for his MK party, confirming his candidacy.

The MK party leverages court cases for nationwide publicity, establishing a strong presence in voters' minds.

Zuma, amidst surviving various scandals, aims for a political comeback with support from the ANC government.

The ANC's actions have facilitated Zuma's resurgence, inadvertently creating a formidable opposition in the process.

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Apr 18

South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world

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Apr 15

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Apr 17

South Africa inflation slows slightly more than expected in March

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Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.

Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.

Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.

Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.

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Apr 16

Zuma apologises for MK Party rally flop in Gqeberha: Former president Jacob Zuma's MK Party found it hard to crack one of the ANC's strongholds ...

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Apr 12

Next Africa: Chocolate Crisis to Linger; West Africa Cocoa Farmers Race to Plant: Welcome to Next Africa, a twice-weekly newsletter on where the continent stands ...

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Quick Glance: Africa's Chocolate Crisis: Cocoa Farmers Rush to Plant

African farmers are returning to cocoa cultivation due to a global cocoa frenzy, with prices soaring to $10,000 per ton.

Bad weather in West Africa has affected harvests in Ivory Coast and Ghana, the top chocolate producers.

Upcoming EU regulations may impact chocolate makers' expansion plans by requiring proof of no contribution to deforestation.

Zimbabwe's ZiG currency strengthened against the US dollar, and Moderna paused plant construction in Kenya due to decreased Covid-19 vaccine demand in Africa.

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Apr 18

Man named Vote will cast ballot for change in South Africa: When Mariana Ubisi went into labour in her one-room home in rural South Africa ...

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Apr 12

China Says Wang Yi Condemned Iran Embassy Attack in Blinken Call: China said its top diplomat used a call with Secretary of State Antony Blinken to condemn an ...

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Apr 15

El Nino: Zimbabwe Millers Go to Brazil Seeking Corn: Zimbabwe is considering importing corn from Brazil for the first time since 2014 as the El Niño weather ...

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Apr 18

China foreign ministry welcomes Blinken's visit to China as tensions simmer: China's foreign ministry on Thursday welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony ...

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Apr 18

WATCH | Spaza shops need to be audited and pay tax: Motsoaledi on new immigration proposals

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South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world

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Quick Glance: South African Butts Rated Biggest in the World

South Africa tops the list of the biggest butts in the world in the latest research.

South Africa's successful athletes have won the Rugby World Cup and a mixed martial arts trophy in recent years.

The size of the buttocks fluctuates with fashion trends, but genetics play the most significant role.

South Africa's butts have long been a symbol of posteriors. Researchers at Gitnux evaluated the top 15 countries with the biggest buttocks, with South Africa leading the list.

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Israel gave US last-minute warning about drone attack on Iran, Italian foreign minister says at G7

Quick Glance: US Alerts G7 about Iran Drone Attack: Israel Issues Final Warning

According to the Italian foreign minister, the United States informed the G7 foreign ministers that it received "last minute" information from Israel about a drone action in Iran.

The details were shared during a Friday morning session that was spontaneously modified to discuss the suspected attack.

Following the three-day meeting, the ministers urged in a statement for the parties to prevent further escalations and expressed support for Israel's security.

Additionally, the group cautioned Iran against transferring ballistic missiles and related technologies to Russia and called for the release of hostages and adherence to international and humanitarian law.

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WATCH | 'I can't change my face': DJ Zinhle doppelgänger on constant comparison

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Apr 17

Five parties join forces with Gayton McKenzie’s PA to take on DA in Western Cape: The race for votes in the Western Cape is heating up, with the Patriotic ...

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Risk sensitive South African rand weakens as geopolitical tensions bite: South Africa's rand weakened in volatile trading early on Friday, as reports of an ...

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Apr 17

Ant and Dec dealt major blow as ITV 'axe' show despite huge ratings: ITV bosses have reportedly decided to axe one of the biggest spin-off shows of the year ...

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Blinken Hasn't Ended Aid for Israeli Military Units Tied to Killings, Rapes | Common Dreams

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Apr 14

Zuma, MK Party triumph as IEC loses bid to bar former president from election: Former president Jacob Zuma and the MK Party have triumphed over the Electoral ...

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Apr 17

Blinken Has Not Sanctioned Israeli Units Linked to Killings, Rapes Despite Staff Recommendations

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Apr 12

'We don't like to live with hate in our hearts' – Luke Fleurs' family

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Apr 17

US warns China not to aid Russia's war efforts | Blinken to raise concerns during China visit

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Apr 18

Man named Vote will cast ballot for change in South Africa

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Apr 08

South Africa Has Spurned Europe For a Year on Trade Summit: South Africa has spent more than a year frustrating its biggest trade partner and largest foreign ...

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Apr 15

THANGO NTWASA | Gen Z is right — old school TV is cringey to watch: Out with the old and in with the new era of big and small screen fans

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Apr 13

South Africa recalls J&J's cough syrup sold in six African nations after suspected toxicity

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Apr 16

2023 was a record year for wind installations as world ramps up clean energy, report says

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Apr 17

Another honorary doctorate for Esther Mahlangu, for 'mathematical prowess'

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Global Food Roundup: Africa's Drought Impacts Global Food Trade: A devastating El Niño-induced drought across a swath of southern Africa is sending ripples ...

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Proteas women skipper Laura Wolvaardt a superior generational talent with records to boast

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Apr 10

Seche Opens South Africa’s First Landfill Water Treatment Plant: A unit of Seche Environnement SA has opened South Africa’s first landfill water treatment plant ...

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Apr 09

UK's Cameron to meet Blinken, Trump while pressing US Congress on Ukraine aid: British Foreign Minister David Cameron will meet Secretary of State Antony Blinken ...

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Quick Glance: Cameron Warns US Politicians Against Russia Appeasement

UK Foreign Secretary intensifies efforts to secure aid for Ukraine but faces rejection from a senior Republican.

Cameron warns against 'appeasement' and emphasizes the need for military aid to Kyiv.

Despite meetings with top US officials, Cameron failed to gain support from US Republicans.

He faced limited reception on Capitol Hill and struggled to make an impact.

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Apr 13

PSG challenges South Africans to help solve SA’s economic growth woe: PSG Financial Services has launched the inaugural PSG #ThinkBigSA Competition in ...

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Apr 16

Blinken to Jewish leaders: Escalation with Iran is not in U.S. or Israel's interests

axios.com/2024/04/16/iran-israel-escalation-blinken

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Liberia: Afrirent Holdings Sets its Sights on West African Gaming, Lottery, and Betting Market Expansion

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South Africans agree with global consensus that single-use plastics should be banned

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Zando launches international unit to counter Shein and Temu in South Africa: South African online fashion retailer Zando on Thursday launched an international ...

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Apr 09

South Africa, EU Say Relations Strong As They Prepare Summit: South Africa’s government and the European Union delegation to the country stressed the strength of ...

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Apr 11

South Africa Election: EFF’s Malema Vows Investor Clarity, Consistency: Julius Malema, leader of South Africa’s leftist Economic Freedom Fighters ...

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Honouring culinary legend Peter Veldsman — one of the greatest of the 44: Charlize Theron landed herself in hot water in 2022 with her rash comments about the ...

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Unisa social work students celebrate two-year extension of programme following Daily Maverick report

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Apr 15

WATCH | Another Shebeshxt public altercation goes viral: Shebeshxt was blocked by a bodyguard in his latest public altercation.

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Bitcoin slides as geopolitical risks overshadow upcoming halving: Bitcoin sank as part of a wider retreat in cryptocurrencies amid a wave of caution across ...

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Apr 09

Electoral court finds Zuma eligible to participate in elections: This will be seen as another blow to the ANC’s prospects of regaining its majority

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Apr 18

Trial date set for men accused of robbing and killing MUT lecturer Shan Dwarika: A trial date has been set for four men charged with murdering and robbing senior ...

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Apr 16

Cat's out the bag: MK Party to sport Zuma as its leader on election ballot: The face of the IFP's campaign remains the late Mangosuthu Buthelezi

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Apr 13

Zuma, a man of (dubious) firsts: Jacob Zuma will be the first presidential candidate to be on the ballot paper and a charge sheet simultaneously

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Apr 14

Zuma once again tests the limits of our laws: The constitution prescribes consequences for breaking the law. A lawbreaker should not be a lawmaker ...

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Apr 18

Meyiwa trial: Another expert links the accused through phone records: Cellphone data analyst Gideon Gouws tells the court calls and deleted messages were ...

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Apr 11

LIVE: US Vice President Harris and Secretary of State Blinken host a luncheon for Japanese prime minister

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Apr 07

Hardest Geezer: Who is the man completing run spanning across the entirety of Africa?

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Apr 05

US 'looking closely' at Gaza aid deliveries, Blinken warns Israel ｜ DPA: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned Israel that humanitarian aid for the ...

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Apr 11

‘Definitely’ a different Kaizer Chiefs coach next season: Kaizer Jnr: Kaizer Motaung Jnr says there will “definitely” be a new Kaizer Chiefs coach next season.

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Apr 11

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Apr 14

‘I cannot tell you’: Riveiro on why Pirates suddenly enjoying avalanche of goals: Jose Riveiro was cagey on the reasons why Orlando Pirates have suddenly scored ...

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