Fikile Mbalula, the secretary-general of South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC), is a political survivor. At 54, he navigates the party’s fractious internal landscape with a reputation as a savvy operator, a role underpinned not just by his own ambition but by a durable network of allies and confidants. While Mbalula publicly dismisses speculation […]
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has stated that the United States’ decision to boycott the upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg is a loss for Washington itself. The boycott, ordered by President Donald Trump, stems from escalating tensions over rejected claims of white farmer persecution in South Africa and the country’s pursuit of a genocide case […]
In a surprising turn of events, billionaire businessman Patrice Motsepe is reportedly being considered as a potential candidate for the presidency of South Africa by senior members of the African National Congress (ANC). As the party gears up for its 2027 elective conference, insiders are quietly rallying behind Motsepe, who has yet to publicly express […]
In a strategic move to ease escalating tensions with the United States, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has initiated a comprehensive diplomatic campaign. This comes in response to a series of critical remarks from the newly elected U.S. President, Donald Trump, aimed at South Africa’s domestic policies. Ramaphosa’s approach seeks to leverage all available diplomatic […]
South Africa’s Deputy President Paul Mashatile has highlighted the critical need for clearer rules as the African National Congress (ANC) gears up for the presidential race ahead of the 2027 elections. In his call for transparency, Mashatile stresses that establishing unambiguous guidelines is essential for fostering trust among party members and voters alike. He believes […]
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