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A year later, Pahalgam rises strongly from the ashes of terrorism in Kashmir state

Zingisa Mkhuma|Published

One year after the tragic 2025 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists, the region is witnessing a revival as it reopens to visitors amid heightened security measures.

Palestinian flag row erupts at Houghton Golf Club

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

A controversy has erupted at Houghton Golf Club after a visitor claimed he was asked to leave for displaying a Palestinian flag on his car.

'Hands Off Malema' protest takes place in New York as activists rally in support of politician

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

A small protest dubbed " Hands Off Malema" took place in New York City on Sunday.

'Not above the law': Political parties respond as Malema gets 5 years

Hope Ntanzi and Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Political parties have welcomed the sentencing of EFF leader Julius Malema.

Optimism in the markets as Israel and Lebanon peace talks progress

Ashley Lechman|Updated

Investors are responding positively to geopolitical negotiations, as optimism fuels market rallies worldwide. Will this sentiment lead to lasting stability?

Trump ‘permanently opening’ Strait of Hormuz ‘for China’

RT News|Updated

The US president claims Beijing has agreed “not to send weapons to Iran”.

Police arrest two over London synagogue arson attempt

AFP|Updated

Police in London arrested two people on Wednesday over an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in the north of the city, amid an upsurge in antisemitic incidents ...

Dr. Naledi Pandor's strong condemnation of Israel's apartheid-linked death penalty law

Karabo Ngoepe|Updated

Dr. Naledi Pandor's fierce condemnation of Israel's proposed death penalty law for Palestinians draws alarming parallels to South Africa's apartheid history, igniting ...

Ramaphosa defends Roelf Meyer as US ambassador amid backlash

Lee Rondganger|Updated

Speaking on the sidelines of the National Local Economic Government Conference on Wednesday, Ramaphosa said that any ambassador who does not toe the South African ...

Who is Roelf Meyer, SA’s new US envoy?

AFP|Updated

Roelf Meyer, 78, has been appointed as SA's new Ambassador to the US

Court ruling for Patrice Motsepe after $195m mining deal with US company turns sour

Loyiso Sidimba|Updated

Dr. Patrice Motsepe's African African Rainbow Capital is cleared of liability in a US$195 million lawsuit regarding the breach of a confidentiality agreement, as ...

South Africa flagged as Facebook exposed as global hub for illegal wildlife trade

Nivashni Nair|Updated

Pangolin scales, cobras and protected species are being openly traded on Facebook, according to a new report by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized ...

Russia considers refugee status for South African farmers

AFP|Updated

Errol Musk linked to initiative offering South African farmers refuge in Russia

Pope to urge peace in Cameroon's conflict zone

AFP|Updated

Pope Leo XIV is to arrive in Cameroon on Wednesday as part of his 11-day tour of Africa.

Ramaphosa appoints Roelf Meyer as South Africa's ambassador to the United States

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer as South Africa's new ambassador to the United States, confirmed by spokesperson Vincent Magwenya.

Who really decides if Starlink can launch in South Africa? It’s not who you think

Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

We look into the intricate web of regulations and compliance that determines whether Starlink can operate in South Africa, revealing the roles of government, regulators, ...

Elon Musk spreading lies against South Africa – presidency

RT News|Updated

The Tesla CEO’s disregard for the country’s laws undermines the relationship he is “forcefully seeking,” spokesman Vincent Magwenya said

'Blasphemous': Catholic bishops slam Trump over AI Jesus image post

Nivashni Nair|Updated

The Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference has condemned an AI-generated image posted by US President Donald Trump depicting himself as Jesus Christ, calling ...

Elon Musk again slams South Africa's B-BBEE policies as Starlink licence stalls

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Elon Musk has launched a fierce critique of the country's B-BBEE policies, claiming they are 'extremely racist'.

Elon Musk vs Sam Altman (OpenAI): A battle that matters for SA

Wesley Diphoko|Updated

AI war between Elon Musk and Sam Altman