Have you heard the exciting news about South Africa and Germany teaming up to make the world a better place? It’s true! These two nations recently sat down for their 2024 Intergovernmental Negotiations on Development Cooperation, and let me tell you, it was quite the meeting of minds. South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa just announced some pretty big changes to our National Executive. It’s always exciting when our government shakes things up a bit, isn’t it? These changes are all thanks to the powers given to the President under Section 91(2) of our Constitution. Let’s dive in and see what’s
On December 1, 2024, South Africa stepped into the spotlight as it took over the G20 presidency from Brazil. This moment marks a significant milestone for the nation and the African continent as a whole. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s formal launch in Cape Town sets the stage for a year of
The 2024 electoral outcome in South Africa has left us all a bit surprised. For the first time since 1994, the African National Congress (ANC) didn’t secure a majority. This shake-up has led to the formation of a Government of National Unity (GNU), something we haven’t seen in a while.
Have you heard about the recent buzz in Kenya? The Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi just said “no, thank you” to a hefty donation from President Ruto. It’s got everyone talking about the relationship between churches and politics in Kenya. Let’s dive into this interesting story and see what it’s all
Have you heard the latest news? President Ramaphosa has just made a big announcement about food safety in South Africa. It’s a pretty serious situation, with the government acting to close down spaza shops, supermarkets, and even some warehouses. Let’s dive into what’s happening and why it matters to all
To all the African politics enthusiasts! Let’s chat about some big news in the world of the African Union Commission (AUC). If you’re not familiar with the AUC, it’s like the engine room of the African Union, working hard to keep the continent moving forward together. Recently, Mauritius made waves
Julius Malema, the firebrand leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), recently made waves at the Gauteng Provincial Assembly with a passionate speech about the Phala Phala scandal. He didn’t mince words when he promised to lead mass protests against President Cyril Ramaphosa’s handling of the affair. Malema’s main gripe?
Let’s chat about something interesting happening in South African politics. Jacob Zuma, the former president, has come up with a bold idea. He wants to bring together all the major black-led political parties under one roof. Zuma plans to merge his new uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party with the African National
In a move that has sent shockwaves through East African politics, Dr. Kizza Besigye, Uganda’s prominent opposition figure, was reportedly taken from Nairobi, Kenya, during what should have been a peaceful book launch event. As someone who has challenged President Yoweri Museveni’s leadership four times, Besigye’s sudden detention has raised
