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ANC, MK Party to square off in another crunch by-election in KZN
The by-election comes as the ANC’s faced internal challenges with waning influence in some regions, particularly in the face of growing opposition parties, including the rising uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP), the IFP, who will be contested Ward 4.
IEC rules out electronic voting for 2026 local government elections
he Electoral Commission of South Africa has declared that electronic voting is unlikely for the 2026 local government elections, following a recent conference
No more guessing: Academy Awards make film viewing mandatory for voters ahead of the 98th Oscars
The Academy's Board of Governors has introduced new voting rules for the 98th Academy Awards, requiring voters to watch all nominated films.
Racialised politics a sad hallmark of America’s historical legacy
The writer explores the historical journey of racial politics in America, tracing the path from the oppression of Black slaves to the transformative Voting Rights Act of 1965, and explore its lasting implications for contemporary society.
Kremlin calls for 'sober' German relations following landmark election
In the wake of Germany's surprising election results that saw the far-right AfD secure second place, Moscow signals readiness for diplomatic reset.
AfD lawmaker predicts Trump's victory will reshape European politics
A prominent member of Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) party predicts Donald Trump's potential return to power would dramatically reshape European politics and restore diplomatic relations with Russia.
'Put it back': 43 million Spanish speakers affected as White House removes language support
In a controversial move affecting millions of Spanish-speaking Americans, the Trump administration has eliminated the White House's Spanish language website, drawing immediate backlash from Democratic leaders and Hispanic advocacy groups. The decision impacts 43 million Spanish speakers amid heightened tensions over immigration policy.
Mozambique opens new Parliament amid protest, boycott
Mozambique swore in its new parliament on Monday with the streets of the capital deserted after the opposition leader called for a strike to protest the result of highly disputed elections.
Thousands welcome Mozambique opposition leader as he returns from exile
Thousands of people turned out to meet Mozambique's main opposition leader after he returned home from more than two months in exile Thursday to push his claim that he won the October presidential election.
EFF leadership elections: Godrich Gardee set to replace Floyd Shivambu, according to sources
Godrich Gardee is hinted to fill up Floyd Shivambu’s deputy position following his (Shivambu) defection to uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party beating Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi to it, sources reveal.
Ghana's ex-president Mahama returns with election win
Ghana's former president John Drahami Mahama won a historic comeback election victory on Sunday after the ruling party accepted defeat with voters appearing to punish them for the government's handling of an economic crisis.
Irakli Kobakhidze approved as Georgian Prime Minister - voting results
Then - lawmaker stated that all the changes should be done in a way that takes into account the interests of all parties involved.
Biden to attend Trump's inauguration
Trump's victory was declared by all leading media outlets involved in vote counting: the Associated Press, Fox News, CNN, NBC, ABC, and CBS.
Elon Musk heads to the White House
US President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed that Elon Musk will co-lead a new department in the White House.
Nara Smith and husband, Lucky Blue Smith face backlash for supporting Donald Trump
Tiktok star and model, Nara Smith has caused quite a controversy on social media after social media users have claimed that Smith and her husband voted for Donald Trump during the US elections.
Mauritius votes in poll clouded by phone-tapping scandal
Mauritius was voting Sunday in a close-fought parliamentary election, with police at polling stations as the opposition warned of the risk of fraud in one of Africa's most stable and prosperous democracies.
ActionSA proposes electoral reform to boost accountability and voter engagement
ActionSA calls for compulsory voting and a Mixed Member Proportional system to increase accountability and engage more South Africans in politics.
How does SA benefit from a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris win?
As Americans gear up to vote in the November 5 elections, an economist breaks down what a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris administration could look like for South Africa.
Donald Trump claims victory over Kamala Harris in US presidential election
Republican former president Donald Trump closed in on a new term in the White House early November 6, just needing a handful of electoral votes to defeat Democratic candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris.
BREAKING NEWS: Donald Trump declares early victory in historic 2024 US presidential race
With this victory, Trump becomes only the second president in American history to serve non-consecutive terms, marking an unprecedented comeback following his initial defeat to Joe Biden in 2020.
Mood darkens at Democratic parties as Donald Trump gains key states, moves closer to win
With networks calling North Carolina and Georgia — two of seven swing states — for Donald Trump, the path to victory for Kamala Harris appeared to be narrowing.
US Elections 2024: Trump takes an early lead as projections tumble
Republican former president Trump won strongholds including Florida and Texas, while Democratic vice president Harris took several eastern states including New York as results started to flow in.
US election: Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump — when will we know who won?
Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump will be vying to get to the all-important 270 votes that pushes them past the halfway mark and guarantees them the keys to the Oval Office.
US Elections 2024: Harris vows Gaza peace, Trump tone darkens in final hours
The Democratic vice president and the Republican former president frantically blitzed several swing states as they tried to win over the last holdouts with less than 36 hours left until polls open on Election Day on Tuesday.
Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi concedes election defeat, says he will ‘step aside’
Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi said on November 1, he would “step aside” after his party suffered a resounding defeat in general elections, according to preliminary tallies.