Kruger National Park land claim finalised through legal agreement

After more than a decade of intense negotiations, historically land-dispossessed communities living around the Kruger National Park can finally put a painful chapter behind them, following a landmark agreement that recognises their economic and heritage rights to the land. This follows the government's recent signing of the Beneficiation Scheme Framework...

Turkey, Azerbaijan and Georgia back expanded rail and energy links in İstanbul declaration

Turkey, Azerbaijan and Georgia agreed Monday to expand transport and energy links across the South Caucasus, putting the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway and the Middle Corridor, a trade route connecting Asia and Europe through the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey, at the center of a...

World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread – here are the biggest threats health experts are watching for

When the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11, 2026, matches will be played across 16 cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Millions of fans will arrive through...

Sudan peace: the shadow of the al‑Bashir regime looms over talks

Three years into the civil war in Sudan that began on 15 April 2023, a coalition of civilian, political and armed factions has launched a new peace initiative. Announced in the Kenyan capital...

Cultural Consulate of the Embassy of Iran commemorated the life Ayatollah Khomeini

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider  On 6 June 2026, the Cultural consulate of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran took to commemorate the 37th anniversary of the death of Imam Khomeini, who is the founder of the Islamic Republic and the leader of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, at the...

World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread – here are the biggest threats health experts are watching for

When the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11, 2026, matches will be played across 16 cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Millions of fans will arrive through multiple airports and will pack into stadiums, airports, hotels, bars and public transit systems over...

Sudan peace: the shadow of the al‑Bashir regime looms over talks

Three years into the civil war in Sudan that began on 15 April 2023, a coalition of civilian, political and armed factions has launched a new peace initiative. Announced in the Kenyan capital...

Chad is making Arabic equal to French in schools: the politics behind the move

In most multilingual African countries, language policy is a highly charged and controversial issue. It touches on regional identity, religion and political power – as is evident in Chad, in central...
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Authentically Taiwan with all the flavours and finesse

By Virginia Keppler-Young Referring to himself as an authentic product from Taiwan, Representative Oliver Liao, a career diplomat of the Republic of China (Taiwan), not only presented authentic Taiwanese dishes, but he is a pro at flipping an oyster omelette. And he definitely knows how to make the tastiest Bubble tea,...

SA, Kenya work towards deeper economic integration to unlock Africa’s growth potential

South Africa and Kenya are deepening trade, investment and industrial cooperation, as the two countries position themselves to drive Africa's economic transformation. Speaking at the...

Police Seize 3 million worth of crystal meth in Diepsloot

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider The South African Police Service (SAPS) seized 3 million rand worth of methamphetamine during an intelligence operation raid in Diepsloot on...
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Kruger National Park murders: Two suspects have been arrested in Mozambique

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider  The relevant authorities have apprehended two suspects that are connected to...

The next phases of ICJ case are currently set

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider It's been almost three years since South Africa made the bold...

Chad is making Arabic equal to French in schools: the politics behind the move

In most multilingual African countries, language policy is a highly charged and controversial issue. It touches...

SA, Kenya work towards deeper economic integration to unlock Africa’s growth potential

South Africa and Kenya are deepening trade, investment and industrial cooperation, as the two...

Phase 1 of SANParks collaboration with Germany with Just Energy Transition is underway

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider  Germany’s handing over of the first phase of renewable energy project...

Europe is spending billions on deporting migrants. Why the strategy isn’t working

For over a decade, the European Union (EU) has relied on external partnerships to...

Bitcoin, capital and conflicting judgments: where does the industry stand?

By Dr. Wiehann Olivier - Partner and Global Co-Head of Digital Assets at Forvis Mazars For years,...

What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading

As public health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo work to rein in...

Police Seize 3 million worth of crystal meth in Diepsloot

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider The South African Police Service (SAPS) seized 3 million rand worth...

Choosing the right EPC is essential for the advancement of South Africa’s energy transition 

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider  As South Africa finds itself at a balanced state since experiencing...

France reiterates its support for the territorial integrity of the kingdom of Morocco over its Sahara

France reiterated that "the present and future of the Sahara are within the framework...

The King of Morocco has kindly granted his pardon to set free the Senegalese fans

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has pardoned the Senegalese football supporters jailed after violence at...

Panama reaffirms its firm support for Morocco’s autonomy plan as the only solution to the Western Sahara issue

Republic of Panama reaffirmed, last week in Rabat, its long-standing and unwavering support for...

Big day for Kaalfontein Primary as they unveil their new library

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider Kaalfontein Primary School, celebrated an immense win on Tuesday when they...
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Police Seize 3 million worth of crystal meth in Diepsloot

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider The South African Police Service (SAPS) seized 3 million rand worth...

Europe is spending billions on deporting migrants. Why the strategy isn’t working

For over a decade, the European Union (EU) has relied on external partnerships to...

Two Mozambican nationals and SA teenager killed in Mossel Bay

Police in the Western Cape are investigating the murders of two Mozambican nationals and...

What’s wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading

As public health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo work to rein in...

America and Iran are neck and neck in latest string of attacks 

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider  Latest satellite reports over the weekend have verified that since the...

HIV in South Africa: why rolling out a groundbreaking new shot will miss a critical group of men

The first shipment of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable that prevents HIV with two shots...

Africa at the World Cup: 10 teams, local coaches and tactical depth usher in a new era

The 2026 men’s Fifa World Cup marks a seismic shift in the global football landscape. The...

Senegal’s ruling alliance has split: will political turmoil follow?

Power struggles often play out in Senegal’s political arena, both within a party and...

Aaron Motsoaledi involved in fatal car crash that killed mother and 1 year old son

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider On Saturday night, a vehicle which had been transporting the Minister...

The Stimson Center’s report on Morocco, highlighting several positive aspects of the Kingdom

The prominent American think tank The Stimson Center has just published a report on...

Investment pledges could create 230 000 jobs, says President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says investment commitments secured through the South Africa Investment Conference (SAIC)...

SA government, OPEC Fund sign US$150 million development policy loan agreement

South Africa has secured a US$150 million development policy loan agreement from the OPEC...

Zambia reaffirmed its support for Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara 

The Republic of Zambia has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Morocco's territorial integrity and...

The growing international dynamic in support of the Moroccan Autonomy proposal for Western Sahara

The Moroccan autonomy proposal for Western Sahara is witnessing a succession of international recognitions,...