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As the leader of the African National Congress, or ANC, Ramaphosa won convincingly in Parliament against a surprise candidate who was also nominated — Julius Malema of the far-left Economic Freedom Fighters. Ramaphosa received 283 votes to Malema's 44 in the 400-member house. The 71-year-old secured his second term with the help of lawmakers from the country's second biggest party, the Democratic Alliance, and some smaller parties. They backed him in the vote and got him over the finish line following the ANC's loss of its long-held majority in a landmark election two weeks ago that reduced it...
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Zimbabwe is seeking comments on the crypto industry to establish a policy for the sector, media outlets reported on Wednesday. The government has set up a committee to consult operators in the digital asset space and wants comments by June 26. Countries worldwide have been looking to understand crypto and regulate the nascent sector. South Africa recently started registering companies, and Nigeria has been establishing its approach to crypto in recent years. To keep up with the global race, Zimbabwe is exploring comprehensive crypto regulations and is inviting public input to better understand...
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The storm, which struck Monday, caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure. Disaster teams are assessing the damage and providing relief, with displaced residents sheltered in government buildings. The South African Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes struck the region, causing widespread destruction. The province, historically prone to extreme weather, faced similar devastation in 2022 with over 300 deaths due to severe flooding.
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With nearly 99% of votes counted, the once-dominant ANC had received just over 40% in the election on Wednesday, well short of the majority it had held since the famed all-race vote of 1994 that ended apartheid and brought it to power under Nelson Mandela. The final results are still to be formally declared by the independent electoral commission that ran the election. While opposition parties hailed it as a momentous breakthrough for a country struggling with deep poverty and inequality, the ANC remained the biggest party by some way but will now need to look for a coalition partner or partne...
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With a significant turnout, polling stations across nine provinces closed after 14 hours of voting. While officials prepare for tallying, final results aren't imminent. The independent electoral commission plans to announce outcomes by Sunday. The African National Congress faces a challenge to its three-decade rule, with a new generation discontented amid widespread poverty. Despite winning six consecutive elections, the ANC's support has dipped below 50%, potentially endangering its parliamentary majority.
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is to rule on Friday on further legal steps to prevent the genocide of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip in response to a South African application. The ICJ said on Thursday that the ruling would be announced during a public sitting at the Peace Palace in the Dutch city at 3 pm (1300 GMT). ICJ presiding judge Nawaf Salam will read out the court's order. The ruling refers to a request by South Africa on May 10 this year concerning the application of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in the Gaza Strip and an urgent appl...
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is to rule on Friday on further legal steps to prevent the genocide of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip in response to a South African application. The ICJ said on Thursday that the ruling would be announced during a public sitting at the Peace Palace in the Dutch city at 3 pm (1300 GMT). ICJ presiding judge Nawaf Salam will read out the court's order. The ruling refers to a request by South Africa on May 10 this year concerning the application of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in the Gaza Strip and an urgent appl...
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is to rule on Friday on further legal steps to prevent the genocide of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip in response to a South African application. The ICJ said on Thursday that the ruling would be announced during a public sitting at the Peace Palace in the Dutch city at 3 pm (1300 GMT). ICJ presiding judge Nawaf Salam will read out the court's order. The ruling refers to a request by South Africa on May 10 this year concerning the application of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in the Gaza Strip and an urgent appl...
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The Constitutional Court's decision comes ahead of a critical election on May 29, raising political tensions. Zuma, who led the African National Congress (ANC) until 2017, resigned as president in 2018 amid corruption allegations. He re-entered politics last year with a new party, criticizing the ANC and President Cyril Ramaphosa. The upcoming election is seen as pivotal, potentially marking the most significant political shift since the end of apartheid.
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Former South African President Jacob Zuma launched his newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party's manifesto at a rally in Johannesburg on Saturday. Addressing thousands of supporters he lamented the high levels of poverty amongst Black South Africans and promised to create jobs. And he also pledged to tackle the high levels of crime ahead of the country's much anticipated elections. And his party would build factories where many South Africans would be employed and provide free education for the country's youth, he added. Zuma has also pledged to change the country's Constitution to restore mo...
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