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 murder of two tourists that were visiting the Kruger National Park. The bodies that were found were those of Ernst (71) and Dina (73) Marais which were discovered last month.  Their stolen vehicle was found...

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 stance to take the state of Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) as South Africa has accused Israel of genocide against the people of Palestine. The court has...

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...

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 South Africa-Kenya Business Forum in...

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 South Africa-Kenya Business Forum in Midrand, Johannesburg, on Thursday, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Kenyan President William Ruto called for stronger collaboration between the continent's leading...

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 Africa. Around 130 languages are spoken in the multi-ethnic and multi-religious Chad. The two official languages are Standard...

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 increase the return of migrants who don’t have the right to stay in Europe. It...

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, one question in South Africa’s crypto debate has been deceptively simple: if bitcoin is bought...
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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,...

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...

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 power supply instability businesses find themselves investing in private energy...
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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...
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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...

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...

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...

Funda Wande aims to build learner confidence through language 

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider  The education non-profit organisation Funda Wande in tandem with Wits School...

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...

After the U.S. withdrawal of NATO troops, what might the future of European security be?

The debate over NATO's future is as old as the alliance itself. As the...

Iran war is exposing South Africa’s dependency on diesel: what went wrong

It is forgivable to think that an oil shock mainly hurts at the petrol...

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,...

Nigerian law makers seek to impose sanctions on South Africa due to violent protests 

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider  Nigerian law makers are planning to visit South Africa in order...