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Who will be the next government of South Africa?: Our poll tracker, results and guide to the presidential hopefuls
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What are key issues in South Africa 2024 election?: South Africans will vote in a national election on May 29 with an unprecedented sense of uncertainty about ...
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Who’s Who in South Africa’s Tightest Post-Apartheid Election: For the first time since White-minority rule ended three decades ago, South Africa is heading into ...
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Key issues for voters in wide-open 2024 elections: South Africans will vote in national elections on May 29 with an unprecedented sense of uncertainty about the ...
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South Africa: Why Johannesburg shouldn't exist at all: If you want to experience South Africa beyond the spruced-up Cape Town and the safari national parks ...
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South African Voters Reject the Party That Freed Them From Apartheid: The African National Congress received less than 50 percent of the national vote for the ...
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South Africa has failed its Black majority. Nelson Mandela’s political heirs may pay the price
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South Africa election: ANC could lose majority: South Africans will vote on Wednesday with widespread anger over power cuts, joblessness and corruption ...
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What to know about South Africa's May 29 elections: Pollsters and analysts say these could be the most pivotal elections since the country's first democratic ...
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South Africa’s ‘lost leader’ faces the end game: What’s at stake in Cyril Ramaphosa’s last election
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South Africa’s ‘lost leader’ faces the end game: What’s at stake in Cyril Ramaphosa’s last election
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South Africa's National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill: Why it is controversial: President Ramaphosa approves a law that seeks to provide universal health care for ...
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INTERVIEW | Kuda Takura unpacks his passion for Ford: Born in Harare, Zimbabwe, Kuda Takura has called South Africa home for the past 18 years ...
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Key FactsSouth Africa faces potentially pivotal election
May 16, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- The African National Congress (ANC) faces its toughest election yet, potentially losing its parliamentary majority.
- President Ramaphosa seeks reelection amid corruption and unemployment affecting the ANC's reputation.
- Key parties and politicians in South Africa's upcoming election are outlined, including the ANC, Democratic Alliance, and Economic Freedom Fighters.
- Former President Zuma's return with a new party raises security concerns and could impact the elections.
Julius Malema - South Africa's radical agenda-setter leading the EFF into 2024 elections
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Key FactsJulius Malema - South Africa's Radical Agenda-Setter Leading the EFF into 2024 Elections
May 8, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, is known for pushing boundaries.
- His vibrant speeches during routine parliament meetings go viral, and the party he established almost 11 years ago has grown to become South Africa's third largest party.
- Despite controversial opinions, Julius Malema has successfully shaped his party into a disciplined force that influences policy areas.
- Julius Malema faces new challenges as the EFF deals with competition and internal tensions, but his dedicated followers remain loyal to his radical vision.
Africa Live: Zanu-PF isn't interfering in our election, ANC insists - BBC News
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South Africa's social safety net at a crossroads as ANC support wanes: South Africa's African National Congress (ANC), fighting to extend its 30-year grip on ...
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Key FactsOpposition alliance poised for victory in South African elections
May 8, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- An alliance of opposition parties in South Africa is on the brink of winning the upcoming election on May 29, marking a significant shift after three decades of ANC rule, as stated by the leader of the discussions that culminated in the formation of the alliance.
- Comprising 11 member parties, the Multi-Party Charter (MPC) has reached a consensus on key policy priorities, including a firm commitment to a free-market economic system. Their primary goal is to unseat the ANC in what is anticipated to be the most uncertain election of the post-apartheid era.
- The MPC stands a chance at success if 2 million individuals show up to support member parties, given the prevailing discontent with the ANC, which is unlikely to see an increase in its voter base.
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The young South Africans rethinking Nelson Mandela’s legacy: Some of those born after the end of apartheid are taking inspiration from the radical politics of ...
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Key FactsYoung South Africans Reconsidering Nelson Mandela's Heritage
Apr 24, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ft.com
- Kenneth Khoza is canvassing near Vilakazi Street for the uMkhonto we Sizwe party, named after the former armed wing of the African National Congress.
- Some young South Africans are questioning Mandela's legacy due to the deep disillusionment in the country marked by unemployment, crime, and racial inequality.
- There is a growing critique of the ruling ANC party, as some believe Mandela and the leadership of the liberation era should have taken more radical measures to correct the injustices of the apartheid era.
- While the ANC is expected to emerge as the largest party in the elections, polls suggest increasing dissatisfaction with its performance, potentially ushering in a new era of coalition politics.
South Africa will mark 30 years of freedom amid inequality, poverty and a tense election ahead
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Drama and dance in the days of apartheid — recollections of an American diplomat in SA
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SA’s legal action against Israel’s Palestine actions could derail Agoa deal, expert warns
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Anti-Apartheid’s International Militants: A new book edited by Ronnie Kasrils finally reveals the secret operations taken by foreign volunteers against South ...
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ConCourt unlikely to overturn Ezulweni liquidation order – but it could buy time for the ANC
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Key FactsHigh Court Sheriff Attempts ANC Asset Seizure Over R102-Million Election Banner Debt
Dec 4, 2023 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailymaverick.co.za
- The ANC faces legal trouble after blocking the Gauteng high court sheriff from attaching its physical assets.
- The R102-million debt, plus interest and costs, owed to Ezulwini Investments for election banners and campaign material is at the center of the issue.
- A writ of execution has been served to attach movable goods like furniture, laptops, and printers.
- Ezulwini is determined to recover its money as the ANC disregards court processes, even after two judgments in the company’s favor.
Trevor Noah clears the air on that R33 million SA Tourism ad: ‘Sometimes I think it’s AI that’s writing these articles’
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Key FactsTrevor Noah earns R33 million for 5-minute SA Tourism ad
Sep 8, 2023 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- Trevor Noah commissioned for new ad promoting South Africa as a tourist destination.
- He earns approximately R6.6 million per minute.
- Concerns raised about the use of tax money.
- Arguments made for alternative social projects with the funds.
Beware South Africa’s rising star: Cape Town ‘Shoot to kill! Kill the Boer, the farmer! Kill the Boer, the farmer! Brrrr! Pah! Pah!’ These were the words chanted ...
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