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Javier Milei Elected as Argentina’s New President
Javier Milei has been elected as Argentina's new president. Milei, a 53-year-old congressman, secured nearly 56 percent of the vote,...
Western Cape Grapples with 10.9% Increase in Murders
The Western Cape Government has expressed disappointment at a 10.9% increase in murders from July to September 2023 compared to...
Malawi Takes Historic Step to Combat Tobacco Epidemic
In a landmark decision, the Government of Malawi officially enacted the World Health Organization's (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control...
S&P Maintains South Africa’s Credit Rating Despite Fiscal Challenges
Standard & Poor's (S&P) Global Ratings has decided to affirm South Africa's credit ratings, maintaining a stable outlook. The decision,...
South Africa Calls for ICC Probe into Alleged Israeli War Crimes Amid Gaza Crisis
In a groundbreaking announcement during his state visit to Qatar, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called for an International Criminal...
Netanyahu Challenges Biden’s Vision for Palestinian Authority in Gaza Governance
In a bold move that further deepens the rift between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Biden administration, Netanyahu...
Israeli Strike Devastates Children’s Hospital in Gaza, Escalating Conflict
An Israeli airstrike has mercilessly targeted the Kamal Adwan Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip, shattering the intensive care room...
Voters Rush to Register for Upcoming Polls Amidst Economic and Social Challenges
Despite a struggling economy and rising unemployment, voter registration numbers surge ahead of the country's crucial elections. South Africans are...
NSFAS Announces 2024 Applications Opening Amidst Leadership Shake-up
In the midst of significant leadership changes and challenges at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), Minister of Higher...
Tragedy Strikes Gift of the Givers: Ahmed Abbasi, Head of Gaza Office, Fatally Targeted
South Africa's largest disaster response organization, the Gift of the Givers, is mourning the loss of Ahmed Abbasi, the Head...