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Jacob Zuma’s MK Party poses a major threat to South African democracy – new book

South Africa’s general election in May 2024 fundamentally changed the country’s political landscape when the African National Congress (ANC) lost its majority for the first time. Collette Schulz-Herzenberg and Roger Southall are the editors of a new book called Election 2024, South Africa: Countdown to Coalition. They fielded some questions.

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Ray McCauley, the bodybuilder turned pastor who introduced the prosperity gospel to a new South Africa

News of the passing of South African pastor Ray McCauley on 8 October was met by a flood of tributes from across the spectrum of society, from President Cyril Ramaphosa to everyday worshippers at the Rhema Bible Church. McCauley established the influential church in 1985. It has since attracted a…

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South African President Cleared Of Criminal Charges In Cash Scandal

South African President Ramaphosa cleared of criminal charges in hidden cash scandal at his ranch involving 0,000 in U.S. banknotes. Allegations of kidn...

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After a 2-year investigation, South African president won't be charged over $580K hidden in a couch

Prosecutors say South African President Cyril Ramaphosa won’t face criminal charges over a hidden cash scandal that was revealed more than two years ago and triggered an investigation by a special police unit

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Pravin Gordhan: a lifetime of service to South Africa – as an activist and then in building the new democracy

It is hard to give an account of Pravin Gordhan’spolitical commitment in a few words.

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Daughter of South Africa’s ex-president Zuma to be Eswatini king’s 16th wife

Engagement of Nomcebo Zuma, 21, to King Mswati, 56, confirmed at annual Umhlanga reed dance

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South Africa's Tatjana Smith wins swimming gold at Paris Olympics

Tatjana Smith took South Africa's first gold of the Paris Olympics on Monday and added the 100 metres breaststroke title to the 200 metres she won at Tokyo in 2021 under her maiden name of Schoenmaker. For more, we speak to sports journalist Mbulelo Thinta.

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South Africa’s ANC expels ex-president Zuma for leading rival party in election

Jacob Zuma backed MK party, which African National Congress said cost it its parliamentary majority

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ANC expels former South African leader Jacob Zuma from party

The African National Congress (ANC) officially severed ties with its former leader, Jacob Zuma, on Monday, expelling him from the party after his involvement in forming a rival political group.

Radio France Internationale

South Africa's Ex-leader Zuma Expelled From Ruling ANC

South Africa's ruling ANC on Monday expelled its former leader ex-president Jacob Zuma for leading a rival party into elections following disciplinary proceedings.

International Business Times

South Africa’s ruling ANC expels ex-president Zuma for backing rival party

Jacob Zuma, who once led the African National Congress, has been accused of campaigning to dislodge the ANC from power.

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South Africa's ANC To Expel Ex-president Zuma: Media

The disciplinary committee of South Africa's ruling ANC has decided to expel former president Jacob Zuma for leading a rival group into elections in May, several media reported Sunday, citing a leaked document.

International Business Times

South Africa has a new top diplomat. What does that mean for Palestine?

Foreign minister Ronald Lamola takes over at critical time amid ICJ case against Israel and ongoing regional conflicts.

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South Africa is trying to put a stop to the abuse of its intelligence agencies - what still needs fixing

South Africa’s security laws are open to abuse by rogue intelligence operatives and politicians. These laws are meant to govern the conduct of covert activities by intelligence agencies and oversight mechanisms. But weaknesses have been exploited to spy on citizens and for political ends.

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Jacob Zuma Faces Disciplinary Hearing With ANC Party

Former South African President Jacob Zuma faces ANC disciplinary hearing for campaigning against the party, potentially leading to expulsion.

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South Africa’s new parliament needs to do a better job of holding cabinet to account: legal scholar weighs the chances

South Africa has entered new territory with a government of national unity after the May elections. The parties representing more than 70% of the electorate will now be the dominant force in parliament.

International Business Times

Zuma's Party Joins S.African Opposition Alliance

South African former president Jacob Zuma said Sunday his new party would join an opposition alliance to coordinate resistance to the government, while maintaining its challenge to the general election results.

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Cyril Ramaphosa: from anti-apartheid activist to leader of South Africa's coalition government

Cyril Ramaphosa, the former trade unionist and key participant in the fight against apartheid, is set to be given a second mandate as South Africa's president, albeit without an absolute majority in parliament. He remains the ANC leader too.

Al Jazeera

Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected South African president after ANC, DA reach deal

African National Congress leader Cyril Ramaphosa secures second term with the help of lawmakers from opposition parties.

International Business Times

S.Africa's ANC Strikes 11th-hour Deal To Form Government

South Africa's long-standing ruling ANC said Thursday it has reached an agreement with several other parties to form a coalition, after failing to win an outright majority in May's general election.

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Jacob Zuma: South Africans have five theories about why he’s still popular

A number of theories are being touted in South Africa about why and how former president Jacob Zuma retains his appeal as a leader. And why the party he formed – uMkhonto we Sizwe – to contest the recent elections managed to get 14.58% of the vote in the national…

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South Africa: last-minute negotiations as Ramaphosa faces deadline for presidency deal

South African president Cyril Ramaphosa looks set to form a government of national unity (GNU) with four other allied parties when South Africa’s parliament meets tomorrow for the first time after the recent election.

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Cyril Ramaphosa’s leadership style didn’t impress voters – but seeking consensus may be what South Africa’s unity government needs

South Africa’s 2024 general election, with its devastating loss of a majority for the ruling African National Congress (ANC), is also damaging for President Cyril Ramaphosa (71). To lead your party to such a huge loss of electoral support is an indictment, and the toughest test of your leadership capabilities.

Al Jazeera

South Africa’s ANC wants a national unity government: What is it?

The ruling ANC is avoiding a coalition government with any one opposition group as it faces its toughest challenge yet.

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