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Maksim Oreshkin, a Deputy Chief of Staff for the Russian Presidential Executive Office, has arrived in South Africa to lead the Russian delegation at the G20 Leaders’ Summit. His appointment by President Vladimir Putin ensures Russian representation at the gathering, which is the first to be...

A political commentator, Moses Kau, has characterized President Donald Trump's reversal of his boycott of the G20 Summit in South Africa as a sign of weakness. Kau suggested the initial boycott was an unsuccessful attempt to isolate the host nation over its foreign policy positions. He argued...

Inkosi MP Ngcobo of the Amanyuswa Traditional Authority has canceled a planned special visit by the uMkhonto weSizwe Party to his coronation event. In a formal letter, the traditional leader stated that his coronation should not be used as a platform for any political campaign. He requested the...

Lieutenant-General Dumisani Khumalo has resumed his command of the South African Police Service's Crime Intelligence division while confronting active fraud and corruption charges. At least four other senior officers charged alongside him are also returning to their positions. Their...

The Lebowakgomo Magistrate’s Court granted popular Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt, whose real name is Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, a release on 5,000 rand bail. This follows his arrest for attempted murder in a road rage incident where he allegedly shot at another motorist and his vehicle. His trial is...

A deepening power struggle within the African National Congress Youth League has resulted in its president, Collen Malatji, and its secretary-general, Mntuwoxolo Ngudle, suspending each other from their positions. This mutual suspension follows a contentious national executive committee meeting...

The United States has revoked the visitor visa of Naledi Pandor, the former South African International Relations Minister and current chairperson of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Pandor confirmed she received an email notification from the US Consulate providing no explanation for the...

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro has expressed his interest in leading the South African national team, Bafana Bafana, following Hugo Broos's eventual departure. The Spanish coach stated he would accept the role, citing his extensive knowledge of local players and a commitment to youth...

Black Leopards FC chairman David Thidiela has threatened to escalate his grievances with the Premier Soccer League to FIFA. He has submitted a formal complaint to Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie, alleging that PSL leadership, including acting CEO Mato Madlala and chairman Irvin Khoza, holds...

The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture has provided essential water infrastructure and farming resources to rural communities in Nqanqarhu through its Ilima/Letsema Lokulima Programme. Agriculture MEC Nonceba Kontsiwe oversaw the handover of new spring-water schemes in Sigoga and Saqhuthe...

The Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has honored the late Professor Keolebogile Shirley Motaung as a pioneering scientist who centered her work on solving practical problems. Speaking at her memorial service, he highlighted her legacy of using research...

A women-led initiative within the South African Police Service, Operation Basadi, is actively engaging communities to promote safety ahead of the festive season. The program combines operational activities with educational outreach, focusing on issues such as gender-based violence and substance...

Opposition politicians in Johannesburg are criticizing the city for prioritizing cosmetic upgrades for the G20 Summit over completing stalled community projects. Democratic Alliance councillor Beverley Jacobs highlighted that developments like the Bertram Multi-Purpose Centre and the Hikensile...

National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi has affirmed the constitutional independence of the National Prosecuting Authority, stating that neither the President nor the Executive can interfere in prosecution decisions. Batohi provided this testimony at the Nkabinde Inquiry, which...

Police in Ruwa are searching for a Honda Fit driver after a passenger died following a physical altercation over change. The victim, Amos Karumba, had paid his fare with a US dollar and was allegedly assaulted by the driver, identified as Luckman Kamangile, concerning a dispute over 20 ZiG in...

The New Ambassador Hotel in central Harare has reopened after a comprehensive renovation costing half a million dollars. Its parent company, the Rainbow Tourism Group, stated that the project modernized all 72 guest rooms and bathrooms, incorporating sustainable features like energy-saving...

The Football Kenya Federation is facing significant criticism following the national team's 8-0 Loss to Senegal, a historic defeat for coach Benni McCarthy. According to his assistant, Vasili Manousakis, the technical team had prepared for matches against Comoros and Madagascar, not the eventual...

A new Zimbabwean airline, RIDA Falcon Air, has initiated a weekly flight service connecting Harare to Beitbridge. Its inaugural flight, carrying a delegation of senior government and customs officials, completed the journey in approximately ninety minutes. This new air link offers a...

South African rugby player Edwill van der Merwe and his wife have welcomed their first child. The Springbok winger announced the birth on social media, expressing great joy at becoming a parent. Supporters and fellow athletes subsequently sent the family numerous congratulatory messages online...

Zimbabwean representative Lyshanda Moyas achieved a significant milestone by placing among the top three African contestants at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok. She advanced into the global Top 30, a group that included Olivia Yacé of Côte d’Ivoire and Solange Tuyishime of Rwanda...