Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration discuss ways to cracking down illegal immigration

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider The South African government has expressed that they will not be taking illegal immigration lightly and has continued to affirm that they are fully in control of the situation. Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi chaired the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration which aims to conceive measures that will address...

Because of El Niño, the Earth will suffer sweltering heatwaves during 2026 summer

By Mirna Fahmy It seems summer 2026 won't glide on a downy sun-warmed skin without sweat or stagnant heat. Rain may still arrive unannounced, but what is unmistakable is that the weather has grown less familiar, accompanying the season's long relentless travels that are normally...

South African telescope detects record‑breaking signal from the early universe

Astronomers using the MeerKAT radio telescope in South Africa have discovered the most distant hydroxyl megamaser ever detected, opening a new radio astronomy frontier. A hydroxyl megamaser is a natural space...

World Cup 2026: the real story of the resilient African migrants reshaping global football

Global football body Fifa is branding the World Cup 2026 – and global football in general – as a celebration of inclusivity and diversity. It’s presented as a harbinger of peace...

Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration discuss ways to cracking down illegal immigration

By Lesedi Sibiya-Diplomatic Insider The South African government has expressed that they will not be taking illegal immigration lightly and has continued to affirm that they are fully in control of the situation. Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi chaired the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration which aims to conceive measures that will address...

Are the US and Iran back at war, or negotiating? Why bombing your way to peace won’t work

The United States has launched new airstrikes across Iran this week as President Donald Trump, losing patience over the protracted negotiations to end the war, has leaned into violence to ratchet up the pressure on the Iranian leadership. The US secretary of defence, Pete Hegseth,...

South African telescope detects record‑breaking signal from the early universe

Astronomers using the MeerKAT radio telescope in South Africa have discovered the most distant hydroxyl megamaser ever detected, opening a new radio astronomy frontier. A hydroxyl megamaser is a natural space...

World Cup 2026: the real story of the resilient African migrants reshaping global football

Global football body Fifa is branding the World Cup 2026 – and global football in general – as a celebration of inclusivity and diversity. It’s presented as a harbinger of peace...
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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,...

Yoga, Diplomacy and the Search for Wholeness

Why the world's most quietly powerful diplomatic tool is coming to Johannesburg — and why it matters more than the mat By Taynita Harilal When the...

Are the US and Iran back at war, or negotiating? Why bombing your way to peace won’t work

The United States has launched new airstrikes across Iran this week as President Donald Trump, losing patience over the protracted negotiations to end the...
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Bokamoso Gold CEO Billy Mawasha: Bitcoin Cannot Replace Gold

By Diplomatic Insider Speaking at the Junior Indaba 2026 mining conference in Johannesburg, Billy Mawasha, CEO of Bokamoso Gold and...

Anti‑foreigner violence in South Africa is easily sparked: what hasn’t been done to deal with it

Threats and deadly conflict over migration are spreading fast in South Africa. This is hugely worrying and could...

Kruger National Park land claim finalised through legal agreement

After more than a decade of intense negotiations, historically land-dispossessed communities living around the...

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...

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...

Anti‑foreigner violence in South Africa is easily sparked: what hasn’t been done to deal with it

Threats and deadly conflict over migration are spreading fast in South Africa. This is hugely worrying and could...

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...

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...

Are the US and Iran back at war, or negotiating? Why bombing your way to peace won’t work

The United States has launched new airstrikes across Iran this week as President Donald...

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...

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...

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...
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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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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)...