GOVERNMENT CONGRATULATES SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNALISTS RECOGNISED AT THE 2026 SADC MEDIA AWARDS
The South African Government congratulates two South African journalists who have been recognised for excellence in journalism at the 2026 SADC Media Awards, announced during the 46th Ordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State and Government in Durban. The awards recognise outstanding journalism that contributes to greater understanding of regional integration, development and cooperation among […]
CHINESE AND AFRICAN BANKS WORK ON REPLACEMENT FOR SWIFT SYSTEM
Chinese banks are increasingly aligning their financial infrastructure with Africa’s broader trade expansion, supporting commerce under China’s zero-tariff policy for 53 African nations, and overlapping with the implementation goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Major institutions like the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Standard Bank (South Africa) are facilitating direct […]
BUS ACCIDENT CLAIMS THE LIFE OF EDUCATOR
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The Northern Cape Department of Education is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of an educator from Kathu Primary School following a bus accident that occurred on the morning of the 13th of August 2026. A total of 44 learners and 10 educators were travelling to Seodin Primary School to participate in a sports day […]
RATHER THAN ASK IF NUCLEAR WAR IS IMMINENT, MOBILIZE MANKIND IN A NEW DIRECTION
Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has caused a firestorm by posting on X that she is not speculating when she says that President Trump is contemplating nuclear strikes on Iran. In a post which has now over five million views, MTG said, “They are discussing using nuclear weapons on Iran in strategy meetings. Yes you […]