AfriForum welcomes U.S. condemnation of “K*ll the Boer” chant AfriForum has welcomed the United States government’s condemnation of the controversial chant “K*ll the Boer,” calling the move a significant step in raising international awareness about what it sees as incitement to violence against South Africa’s white minority. In a statement
NCC declares FlySafair’s overbooking practices illegal under Consumer Protection Act The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has ruled that FlySafair’s practices of overbooking and overselling tickets are illegal under South Africa’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA). Speaking in a parliamentary meeting on April 2, 2025, Acting Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu cited sections 19(2)
South African killed in Myanmar earthquake, DIRCO confirms The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) confirmed on Friday, April 4, 2025, that a South African citizen has died following the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar? Asia on March 28. The victim, an English teacher, was among 11
EFF’s plan to join GNU gaining traction as coalition tensions escalate Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has been outspoken about his strategy to position his party within Government of National Unity (GNU), particularly as tensions within the coalition escalate. Malema’s plan is based on the belief
U.S. considers sanctions against South African officials amid growing tensions The United States is considering targeted sanctions against South African political figures for the first time since the apartheid era, according to reports. These potential measures are in response to concerns over South Africa’s foreign policy alignments and alleged corruption
Legal Practice Council seeks to have Mkhwebane struck off the roll of advocates The Legal Practice Council of South Africa is seeking to have former Public Protector, Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane, struck off the roll of advocates in the country. According to News24, the council has confirmed that it will be
Generations: The Legacy could be canceled as contract delays leave future in doubt Generations: The Legacy, the long-running South African soap opera on SABC1, is facing uncertainty over its future following delays in contract renewals with the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). Currently on a production break, the show was
PA leader Gayton McKenzie urges DA’s Steenhuisen to resign Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader and Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie has publicly called on Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen to resign from the Government of National Unity (GNU), following the DA’s decision to legally challenge the recently
Miss South Africa 2025 entries open with no height or weight requirements and an expanded age limit. The Miss South Africa Organisation officially opened entries for the 2025 pageant on Wednesday, April 2, at 14h00, with the application window set to close on Friday, April 11, at 18h00. Aspiring contestants
South Africa unveils strategy to counter US tariffs and strengthen economic resilience South Africa has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to mitigate the economic impact of new US tariffs, set to take effect on April 9, 2025. The plan, outlined by Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola alongside Trade,
