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Minister Motsoaledi reassures South Africa on HIV/Aids funding amid US withdrawal
Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi reassures South Africans that the country's HIV/Aids programme will not collapse despite recent funding cuts from the US, emphasising the importance of local investment and ongoing support.
Minister assures South Africa's HIV/Aids funding remains stable despite US cuts
In a decisive statement aimed at alleviating public concern, South Africa’s Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, assured citizens that the nation's HIV/Aids programme would not face collapse, despite recent defunding by the US under President Donald Trump. Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Motsoaledi conveyed a strong message of resilience, emphasising that South Africa is able to sustain its extensive efforts in combatting HIV/Aids.
Mashatile urges farmers to stay in South Africa, promises to tackle safety issues
Deputy President Paul Mashatile addresses farmers' concerns at NAMPO Harvest Day, promising to tackle rural safety, crime, and infrastructure issues.
Funding cuts 'threaten HIV testing in South Africa'
Funding cuts from the United States’ Pepfar programme have reportedly led to a significant decline in HIV viral load testing in South Africa, raising concerns about the impact on vulnerable populations.
Addressing SA’s foot-and-mouth disease: The need for strategic vaccination and traceability
South Africa faces significant challenges in combating foot-and-mouth disease, with the Freedom Front Plus calling for improved traceability, strategic vaccination, and domestic vaccine production to mitigate economic impacts on farmers.
‘Crime is planned from prison,’ says former police minister Bheki Cele
Former Police Minister, Bheki Cele has revealed that South Africa's violent crime is often orchestrated from within prisons by inmates serving life sentences.
Political parties call for action as South Africa's unemployment crisis escalates
Political parties are demanding urgent action from the government as the crisis deepens, highlighting significant disparities and the need for effective job creation strategies.
Understanding the Banks Act exemption: MEC Zondi’s insights on Ithala
KwaZulu-Natal Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs MEC Reverend Musa Zondi addresses the media on the Banks Act exemption and its impact on Ithala SOC Limited.
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi removed from meeting over Gwede Mantashe’s son’s SETA appointment
EFF MP Sihle Lonzi was forcibly removed from a parliamentary meeting after questioning the appointment of Gwede Mantashe’s son to a SETA board, igniting a political storm.
SA Government rejects ‘refugee’ label for Afrikaners resettled in US
49 Afrikaners from South Africa have been granted asylum in the US, raising concerns from the South African government over allegations of racial discrimination and farm attacks.
Misinformation and diplomatic setbacks: The current state of US-SA relations
Misinformation is jeopardising US-South Africa relations.
Amapiano in the limelight: Africa Awards to celebrate the beat that conquered the world
The inaugural Amapiano Africa Awards will take place on November 15 at Sun City Resort, recognising the significant impact of the Amapiano genre on music and culture.
Political parties demand action as South Africa's unemployment crisis escalates
As South Africa's unemployment rate hits a staggering 32. 9%, political parties are demanding urgent government action to tackle the escalating crisis.
Cosatu downplays economic impact of Afrikaner immigration to the US
COSATU said the economic implications of Afrikaner immigration to the US must not be exaggerated.
‘They lied to you’: Deputy President Mashatile invites Trump to witness SA's reality amid genocide claims
Deputy Preaident Paul Mashatile says Donald Trump was lied to about Afrikaner genocide and suggests President Ramaphosa will invite Trump to South Africa to witness the reality when he visits the US.
Mdaka leads Amajita back to the world stage with Afcon heroics
Amajita's thrilling extra-time victory over DR Congo secures their place in the FIFA U20 World Cup, marking a significant milestone for South African football
SA White Afrikaners land in US, but Episcopal Church says ‘not in our pews’
Episcopal Church in the United States has rejected a government directive to resettle White Afrikaners refugees over more vulnerable global populations, citing moral and theological concerns.
Lamola refutes claims of persecution as US relocation programme begins
International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola addressed claims of genocide against white farmers in South Africa, saying there is no evidence to support such allegations.
EXCLUSIVE: Hope rekindled as breakthrough emerges in 20-year search for missing girl Asheeqah Noordien
After two decades of searching, police have reopened the case of Asheeqah Noordien, a girl who vanished in Manenberg. With new leads suggesting she may still be alive, her family holds onto hope.
Lamola says 'no proof of persecution' against white farmers in South Africa
International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola on Monday addressed the claims of genocide against white farmers in South Africa, saying there is no evidence to support such allegations.
‘Crime affects all’ : International Relations Minister Lamola refutes Afrikaner persecution claims as 49 relocate to the US
Minister Ronald Lamola challenges the narrative of Afrikaner persecution, asserting that crime impacts all South Africans equally as 49 Afrikaners emigrate to the US.
Tiger Brands settles listeriosis class action, a breakthrough for affected families
The Department of Health has welcomed Tiger Brands' settlement offer in the long-running listeriosis class action, marking a significant step towards justice for affected families.
EFF leader Julius Malema condemns UK visa denial as an ‘act of cowardice’
Julius Malema criticises the UK for denying him a visa, calling it an attempt to suppress free speech and accusing Elon Musk and Donald Trump of trying to criminalise his political views.
China suspends imports of cloven hoofed animals due to Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak in SA
Following the recent Foot and Mouth Disease outbreaks in South Africa, China has suspended imports of cloven hoofed animals and related products.
US affording refugee status to fleeing Afrikaners 'disturbs' South Africa government
President Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump recently spoke, agreeing to meet to resolve tensions. However, the South African government has maintained its hard line against the US, saying that its actions are undermining the country's sovereignty.