Lise Beyers
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Zimbabwean opposition leader Tendai Biti was arrested while rallying against constitutional changes extending President Mnangagwa’s term, amidst rising dissent.
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Stocks tumbled on Monday and oil prices rose after Donald Trump and Iranian leaders traded threats over the key Strait of Hormuz, whilst Israel said the Middle East war could last several more weeks.
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Western Cape faces severe water shortages amid a national crisis, urging collective action and awareness to promote sustainable water management.
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Gauteng residents face ongoing human rights violations, poor governance, and corruption, undermining dignity and essential services. Change is urgently needed.
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Hundreds of Muslim worshippers held Eid prayers at the gates of Jerusalem’s Old City Friday, with Israel closing access to the Al-Aqsa mosque.
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The Western Cape Government warns suppliers against diesel rationing, emphasizing adequate reserves amidst agricultural sector pressures and Middle East tensions.
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President Ramaphosa emphasizes job creation as South Africa’s key priority, urging collaboration to convert economic growth into sustainable employment opportunities.
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This week’s unusual stories include a possum in a gift shop, a popular baby macaque, Trump’s controversial remarks, a lawsuit over hot chocolate, and a tense Senate hearing.
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The Western Cape government is addressing Knysna’s severe water crisis through urgent interventions, infrastructure repairs, and water management improvements.
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Oil prices fell over 2% after comments on the Iran war, causing market volatility amid concerns over energy supply disruptions.
