South Africa: Zuma’s Legal Setback Clears Way for Long-Awaited Arms Deal Trial
In a critical judicial ruling on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, South Africa’s embattled former President Jacob Zuma suffered a significant legal blow as the Pietermaritzburg […]
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Life Sentence for Mother and Accomplices in Harrowing Child Trafficking Case in South Africa
In a deeply unsettling case that has gripped South Africa, Racquel “Kelly” Smith and two accomplices have been sentenced on May 29 to life imprisonment […]
South Africa’s Court Hears Heart-Wrenching Testimonies Amid Child Trafficking Verdict”
A South African courtroom was reduced to tears on May 28 as a video of six-year-old Joshlin Smith laughing was played during sentencing proceedings for […]
Musk’s Starlink Sparks Policy Storm in South Africa Over Black Ownership Rules
As debates intensify over South Africa’s transformation policies, Communications Minister Solly Malatsi has refuted on May 27 claims that a proposed relaxation of Black ownership […]
South Africa to Appeal a Nigerian Pastor Found not Guilty of Rape
The authorities in South Africa say they will follow to the end legal action against Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso who has left the country. Omotoso […]
Ramaphosa Rejects Refugee Status for Departing Afrikaners Amid US Resettlement Plans
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has firmly rejected on May 12 the classification of white Afrikaners emigrating to the United States as refugees, stating they […]
Outpouring of Grief as Slain South African Journalist and Partner Identified After Weeks Missing
A profound sense of sorrow has gripped on May 8 South Africa’s media fraternity following the discovery of decomposed bodies believed to be those of […]
Julius Malema Denied UK Visa Ahead of Africa Together Conference
South African opposition leader Julius Malema has accused the UK of attempting to silence dissent after being denied a visa to attend the ‘Africa Together […]
South Africa Battles Relentless Rhino Poaching as Over 100 Killed in First Quarter of 2025
In an unrelenting assault on one of Africa’s most emblematic endangered species, South African authorities have confirmed that 103 rhinos were killed by poachers in […]
South Africa Launches Judicial Inquiry into Alleged Political Sabotage of Apartheid-Era Justice
South Africa is poised to confront the shadows of its past as President Cyril Ramaphosa authorizes a judicial inquiry into longstanding claims of political interference […]