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Former South African finance minister Pravin Gordhan dies from cancer aged 75

The ex-minister was a veteran of the anti-apartheid struggle

Evening Standard

Critics say a South African education bill on language in schools threatens new unity government

South Africa's second largest political party says an education bill that would give the government more control over white minority language schools is a threat to the country’s new government of national unity

The Independent UK

South Africa's justice minister denies corruption allegations against her in a mutual bank scandal

South Africa’s justice minister has denied corruption allegations against her related to a mutual bank scandal in which thousands of retirees lost their life savings

The Independent UK

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China Pledges Billion In Financial Support For Africa

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledges billion to African nations, strengthening ties and cooperation for mutual development.

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China Rolls Out The Red Carpet For African Leaders

China on Monday rolled out the red carpet for leaders from across Africa, seeking to deepen ties with the resource-rich continent it has furnished with billions in loans for infrastructure and development.

International Business Times

Competition in South Africa’s electricity market: new law paves the way, but it won’t be a smooth ride

South Africa endured an electricity crisis from 2008 characterised by intermittent rolling blackouts and a growing culture of non-payment. The state-owned utility, Eskom, came to be regarded as the single largest risk to South Africa’s economy. At the end of March 2020 Eskom’s debt stood at R488 billion (US$27.4 billion).

The Conversation

Congo reports more than 1,000 new mpox cases in a week

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control issued advice to travelers to mpox-affected areas

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South Africa's Ex-leader Zuma Expelled From Ruling ANC

South Africa's ruling ANC on Monday expelled its former leader ex-president Jacob Zuma for leading a rival party into elections following disciplinary proceedings.

International Business Times

South Africa’s unity government could see a continuation of the ANC’s political dominance – and hurt the DA

The ANC’s loss of its majority in the recent election, and President Cyril Ramaphosa’s formation of a government of national unity, have been interpreted by some commentators as indicating the end of the ANC as a “dominant party”. That is, one which recurrently wins elections and hence dominates a political…

The Conversation

South Africa's ANC To Expel Ex-president Zuma: Media

The disciplinary committee of South Africa's ruling ANC has decided to expel former president Jacob Zuma for leading a rival group into elections in May, several media reported Sunday, citing a leaked document.

International Business Times

South Africa Appoints First Female Chief Justice

Mandisa Maya appointed as South Africa's first female chief justice, marking a historic milestone in the country's judiciary.

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South Africa's New Multiparty Coalition Government Addresses Key Challenges

South African President Ramaphosa inaugurates multiparty government coalition after historic election, emphasizing unity and collaboration to address press...

Radio France Internationale

World marks International Mandela Day at turning point for South Africa

On 18 July every year, the world marks International Nelson Mandela Day as an occasion to reflect on the life and legacy of the iconic South African freedom fighter. In recent years, many South Africans use the international celebration as a chance to do good in disadvantaged communities.

International Business Times

South Africa's President To Lay Out New Government Plans

President Cyril Ramaphosa will lay out the new government's vision for South Africa on Thursday, opening parliament after elections in May forced his long-ruling ANC into an uncomfortable coalition.

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Higher education faces many challenges in South Africa: 3 priorities for the new minister

When South African president Cyril Ramaphosa named Nobuhle Nkabane as the minister of higher education on 3 July 2024, many people I know in the sector had to Google her name. Dr Nkabane had been deputy minister of mineral resources and energy since August 2021.

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South Africa’s new environment minister must focus on people, not profits from fossil fuels – climate ecologist

There are huge profits to be made in exploiting South Africa’s natural resources, but these come at a cost to society and the environment. Pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and depletion of natural wealth have a disproportionate impact on the country’s Black and low-income communities and workforce.

The Conversation

South Africa’s 400 parliamentarians are about to get down to business: 4 essential reads

On 29 May 2024 South Africans went to the polls and delivered a strong message to their political leaders: we’re tired of the “same old same old”.

The Conversation

Ramaphosa made practical choices for South Africa’s multi-party cabinet – how this will help him down the line

South African president Cyril Ramaphosa’s multi-party cabinet of national unity has been sworn in. Much of the attention leading up to the announcement of ministerial portfolios focused on the acrimonious negotiations between the Democratic Alliance and the African National Congress over the allocation of these positions.

International Business Times

Biden, Facing Tempest At Home, Devotes Time To S.Africa Leader

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday congratulated South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa on winning a new term, devoting time to a key if complicated relationship despite a political storm in Washington.

Radio France Internationale

South Africa's Ramaphosa announces cabinet that includes ex-opposition leader

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed former opposition leader John Steenhuisen as minister of agriculture on Sunday, bringing the Democratic Alliance and other parties into his new coalition cabinet.

Al Jazeera

South Africa’s Ramaphosa names new cabinet as deadlock broken

National unity government formed following weeks of deadlock.

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