EBENHAEZER DIBAKWANE: A LEGACY OF LAUGHTER AND THE FIGHT FOR MENTAL HEALTH
This past week, South Africa mourned a great loss, one of its brightest comedic talents with the passing of Ebenhaezer Dibakwane. The actor, writer, creative and award-winning comedic bright-spark was a beloved figure in both the comedy scene and on the big screen. His quick wit, infectious humour and downright authentic relatability made him an […]
DEPUTY PRESIDENT MASHATILE TO UNDERTAKE A WORKING VISIT TO JAPAN
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on 16 – 19 March 2025, undertake a working visit to Tokyo in Japan, aimed at reaffirming the strong cooperation between South Africa and Japan in areas of mutual interest. The two countries enjoy well established diplomatic relations, and the year 2025 marks 115 years of such relations. The working visit […]
SA GOVT BEMOANS THE SHOCK EXPULSION OF ITS US ENVOY, AMB RASOOL
The SA government has bemoaned the shock expulsion of its top envoy to Washington, Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool. The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a social media post yesterday that Amb Rasool has been declared a persona non grata. The state department accused Amb Rasool of being a “race-baiting politician who hates America”. […]
US EXPELS SA AMBASSADOR RASOOL
The US has expelled SA Ambassador Ibrahim Rasool from Washington. In a surprise social media post, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced he has declared Rasool a “persona non grata”. The announcement means Amb Rasool need to leave the US effective immediately.Rubio further said that Rasool was a “race-bating politician who hates America”. The […]
VIDEO TRIBUTE TO THE LATE DR GOMOLEMO MOKAE
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ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE OF HOW RUSSIANS HELPED BOERS IN THE ANGLO-BOER WAR
On 14 March 2025, Ambassador-designate of the Russian Federation to South Africa H.E. Mr. Roman Ambarov participated in annual commemorative events in Utrecht, KwaZulu-Natal, to honour the memory of Russian volunteers who took part in the Second Anglo-Boer War. Rector of St. Sergius Orthodox Church in Midrand, Daniil Lugovoy served a lity for those who […]
SA’S RELOCATION OF TAIWAN’S OFFICE OUT OF THE CAPITAL IN LINE WITH INTERNATIONAL LAW
Earlier this month, on March 5 to be specific, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) officially updated its website, renaming the “Taipei Liaison Office” to the “Taipei Commercial Office”. The significance of this move in light of bilateral relations between Pretoria and Beijing cannot be overemphasized. Taiwan, autonomous part of China, cannot enjoy […]
RUSSIA EMBASSY HOSTS A “SPECIAL ART AND MOVIE” EXHIBITION
The Embassy of Russia in South Africa held a special twofold art and movie cultural event. The event kicked off with the inauguration of the 10th Andrei Stenin international press photo contest exhibition, featuring works from Russia, South Africa, China, India, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Syria, Italy, and more. “South Africa holds the record for the number […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA ADDRESSES 8TH SA-EU SUMMIT
“This Summit affirms our long-standing and close relationship, which is underpinned by the South Africa-European Union Strategic Partnership. This is a partnership based on shared values and common interests. A partnership that seeks to create prosperity for our citizens and promote peace, safety and stability. We share a commitment to inclusive multilateralism as the most […]
MALAWI TO EXTRADITE PROPHET SHEPHERD BUSHIRI AND WIFE MARY BACK TO SA
Controversial evangelical tycoon couple Prophet Shepherd Bushiri (42) and his wife Mary are set to be extradited back to SA where they sensationally escaped from the claws of justice whilst awaiting trial.The Chief Resident Magistrate Court in Lilongwe has ruled that Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary must be sent back to South Africa […]
REFLECTIONS ON LESSONS LEARNT FROM #FEESMUSTFALL A DECADE LATER
Rage, anger, despair, desperation … the intense emotions that escalated into the 2015 #FeesMustFall revolt! A time when university campuses were engulfed by violence, chaos, police brutality, uncertainty, fear, and disruptions. The extent was so severe that it was described as a ‘war zone’ (Tau, 2016). This year marks 10 years since South Africa witnessed […]