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President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on all sectors of society to play a role in assisting government to build an inclusive society. He was speaking at the national Human Rights Day commemorative event in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The President called upon the business sector to drive inclusive growth and create opportunities for the working class. Ramaphosa says it is the …

President Donald Trump says the U.S. was considering “winding down” its military operation against Iran, as Iran and Israel traded attacks on Saturday and Iranian media said the nuclear enrichment facility in Natanz had been attacked. In a social media post, Trump said the U.S. was close to meeting its goals but insisted that other countries should take the lead …

African National Congress (ANC) National Executive Committee member, Ronald Lamola says the party condemns the US-Israel war on Iran. This comes as the party led the People’s March in what it calls Defence of Sovereignty and Democratic Gains in Johannesburg to mark Human Rights Day. Lamola also says the government has implemented measures to curb the impact of rising oil …

The South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO) in KwaZulu-Natal says this Human Rights’ Day, it is reminded of the importance of advocating for better service delivery. The organisation says poverty and unemployment are preventing many people from enjoying a decent standard of living. Socio economic rights and service delivery are central to communities’ human rights and, addressing these issues by …

The Fuel Industry Association of South Africa has joined others in expressing concern about the affordability of fuel in the coming months. Motorists have been urged to avoid panic buying ahead of April’s price changes, as this could place unnecessary pressure on the supply system. Chief Executive at Fuel Industry Association of South Africa, Avhapfani Tshifularo, says fuel supply remains …

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) President Julius Malema has told hundreds of supporters that they must ensure that they persuade South Africa’s youth to vote in the local government elections. Malema was delivering the keynote address at the party’s Voter Registration Campaign at Ghandi Square on the doorstep of its Headquarters in Johannesburg. #SABCNews The EFF paints Joburg’s Ghandi Square red …

Brief recaps of recent good news, bad news and absurd news A wrap-up of good news from Ukraine, bad news from Russia and absurd news from Vanuatu: The Supreme Court of Ukraine (Photo courtesy of the court’s website) Ukraine Supreme Court confirms legality of same-sex marriage Ukraine’s supreme court dismissed an appeal of a lower court decision that for the …

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 69 peaceful protesters who were shot and killed in cold blood in the Sharpeville Massacre did not die in vain, but died for a future they themselves would never see. Speaking at the official Human rights Day commemoration in Galeshewe, near Kimberley, Ramaphosa says the historic day reminds South Africans that human rights were not …

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The U.S. military has multiple MQ-9 drones operating in Nigeria alongside 200 troops ​to provide training and intelligence support to the military, which is fighting Islamist militants across the north, U.S. and ‌Nigerian officials told Reuters. The troops are not integrated within Nigerian units on the frontline and the drones are collecting intelligence and not carrying out airstrikes, officials from …

Residents of Lekwa in Standerton, Mpumalanga, say they have little to no reason to celebrate Human Rights Day due to a lack of water. They believe that insufficient water provision is a violation of their rights. Some of them claim that they have been without tap water for many years now. They also raised concerns that the water provided to them …

Tshwane Metro Police Deputy Commissioner, Umashi Dhlamini has been suspended amid serious allegations levelled against him, relating to tender irregularities, at the Madlanga Commission. In a statement by the Tshwane Metro Police Department Communication Unit, it’s indicated that Dhlamini has requested to be placed on suspension with immediate effect. “TMPD Commissioner Yolande Faro has considered Dhlamini’s request and duly approved …

To commemorate Human Rights Day and mark the 30th anniversary of the Bill of Rights, the Human Rights Commission says that the Constitution had given South Africans dignity like never before. However, it calls on South Africans to demand all their constitutional rights from those who are supposed to serve them, including mayors, councillors, and executives. Human Rights Day | …

Law Society Urges Release of Political Prisoners before Eid Africa-Press – Uganda. The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has called for the immediate and unconditional release of political prisoners, warning that their continued detention could undermine the country’s democratic future. Speaking during the ULS weekly press briefing in Kampala on Thursday, the society’s General Secretary Babu Ssali expressed concern over unresolved …

Sports, Arts and Culture minister, Gayton McKenzie, has commended work done by the Government of National Unity (GNU). The GNU, which was established in 2024 after the general elections, has committed 10 political parties in the country to joint decision-making and ethical governance. RECONCILIATION DAY | Minister Gayton McKenzie defends the GNU, adding that South Africans are united under the …