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Published on May 5, 2025

Courtroom politics: The DA and ANC's complex relationship in South Africa

The ongoing legal battles between the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the African National Congress (ANC) highlight a deeply entrenched relationship in South Africa’s complex political landscape. The recent court action taken by the DA against an ANC minister …

Source: Sunday Independent - Indeterminate
Published on 00:21 GMT

DA challenges Employment Equity Amendment Act in court: A fight for job security in South Africa

DA’s Federal chairperson Helen Zille believes the proposed Employment Equity Amendment Act would drive more people out of jobs. Zille, who was addressing journalists ahead of the DA’s court case against the proposed Act, said South Africa needs jobs and …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on May 5, 2025

Feature highlighting challenges to rights of the LGBTI+ community wins MISA Malawi award

The co-authors, Florence Mwale (centre) and Wezi Nyirongo (tight) * The Silent Health Crisis Facing Malawi’s LGBTQ+ Community by Capital Radio Malawi’s Florence Mwale and Wezi Nyirongo * I am particularly excited because it touches on issues most …

Source: Maravi Express - Indeterminate
Published on May 5, 2025

Development Discourse with Amos Safo: Ibrahim Traore is the “bulletproof voice” for Africa

In a little over three years, the enigmatic, dynamic, and visionary President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore, has survived more than ten military coup attempts in a desperate plan by Western powers to dethrone him. The most recent coup attempt was …

Source: Business and Financial Times - Pending
Published on May 5, 2025

The inconvenient truth: Unearthing Africa’s hidden triumphs, trials

In the vibrant and dynamic landscape of Africa, journalism holds a sacred responsibility. It does not merely report facts, it helps shape how societies perceive themselves, how generations are moulded, and how futures are imagined. Yet amid this power, an …

Source: Graphic - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

News24 | SA's democracy 'needs a bit of a dictatorship' to maintain law and order, says ANC MP

ANC MP Albert Seabi believes South Africa's democracy needs a bit of dictatorship. (Phando Jikelo/RSA Parliament) Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day …

Source: News24 - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

US-Africa Week Ahead: AU courts Trump; Congress tackles budget cuts; Business Summit kicks off

Today’s Week Ahead comes to you from sunny Los Angeles, where the Milken Institute is hosting its 28th annual Global Conference. Tune in between now and Wednesday for a series of Africa-themed discussions, from critical minerals to the creative industries …

Source: Africa Report - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Open letter to president Ibrahim Traoré: A call to stay the course, uplift the nation, and guard the torch of Pan-...

- Advertisement - Dear Editor, Your Excellency President Ibrahim Traoré, In the pages of our continent’s turbulent history, few moments are as defining as the present, and few leaders are as consequential as yourself. As a highly educated African with deep …

Source: The Standard Gambia - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Democracy at risk without EMS audits, experts warn

As the digital age continues to reshape electoral processes, experts are calling for the involvement of independent Information and Communications Technology (ICT) auditors to assess Election Management Systems (EMS) before, during, and after elections. …

Source: Malawi 24 - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Countering foreign influence on elections and democracy requires more—not less—research

The closure of the State Department’s Counter Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference office, combined with cutting other measures that study foreign influence operations, can leave the United States in the dark about what is happening in the …

Source: Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

How strongmen manipulate democracy: A global perspective

Those who venture into bookshops often might have noticed an increase in political literature on tyranny. It's popular reading currently because, quite bizarrely, it's a popular form of government. Whereas old-school dictators ruled through fear, …

Source: Cape Argus - Indeterminate
Published on May 5, 2025

"In Zambia, we call it soube": Content creator reveals African countries' nicknames for SA

A Zambian content creator living in South Africa shared an entertaining video explaining how different African countries have unique nicknames for South Africa These informal names reflect the deep cultural connections and migration patterns between …

Source: Briefly - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Cosatu: Budget marks turning point in SA's democracy

Solly Phetoe|Published 2 hours ago Copy to Clipboard The 2025/26 Budget marks a turning point in South Africa’s young democracy. It is up to us whether this is for the better or worse. The processes to pass the Budget are messy but we should not lose …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on May 5, 2025

Bank of Namibia issues N$270m in commemorative notes

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has disclosed that it has printed commemorative banknotes valued at N$270 million in honour of the country’s past presidents, including late president Hage Geingob. This includes five million N$30 notes introduced in 2020 to …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2025

South Africa faces mounting budget pressures as finance minister unveils new fiscal plans

South Africa's Budget crisis continued this past week after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that he will be tabling yet another budget later this month. This comes after the initial Budget was cancelled in February, as the ANC sought to …

Source: Sunday Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on May 4, 2025

Benjamin Kalu: Bringing Former Legislators Together to Strengthen Democracy

By Udora Orizu It would not be wrong to describe the member representing Bende Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, as a champion of development or bills connoisseur. The legislative …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on May 3, 2025

Barbarians to play in South Africa for first time

The Barbarians will break new ground when they play a match in South Africa for the first time by taking on the world champion Springboks in Cape Town on June 28. The fixture will be the ninth between the Barbarians and the Springboks and the first since …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

Born Free: Why is South Africa involved in the DRC? – Podcast episode five

This week on Born Free, Khumo Kumalo and Otsile Nkadimeng are joined by African Union expert and International Crisis Group Senior Advisor, Liesl Louw-Vaudran, to unravel South Africa’s military and diplomatic role in the Democratic Republic of Congo. …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Left-wing
Published on May 2, 2025

Mlungisi Maseko’s ubuntu is the blueprint of South Africa’s future

OUR society of today faces a plethora of challenges that are not only widely rampant, but severely implicate the quality of lives of millions of South Africans. In fact, according to the Academy of Science of SA (Assaf), more than 3 million citizens lack …

Source: Sunday Independent - Indeterminate

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 18:20 GMT

Mary E. Webster’s Modern Federalist Papers Reveal How The Federalist Papers Shaped the U.S. Constitution

Mary E. Webster modernizes The Federalist Papers, offering readers a clear understanding of the documents that shaped American democracy. NY, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Constitution stands as the foundation of American …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

Notable efforts to address electoral integrity but certain aspects of Romania’s presidential campaign left without ...

BUCHAREST, 5 May 2025 – The first round of Romania’s repeat presidential election was efficiently run and the rights to freedom of assembly and association were respected. However, widespread inauthentic behaviour online by candidates, the fragmented …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 01:06 GMT

Turkey at a Crossroads: Protests, Crackdowns, and the Future of Democracy

The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has sparked the largest wave of public protests in Turkey in over a decade, signaling a potential turning point in the country’s political trajectory. As the opposition rallies support and President Erdoğan …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview – Week of May 5, 2025

Here’s what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week: Agriculture On Tuesday, May 6, the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development and the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Digital Assets, …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics

Published on May 5, 2025 - 17:48 GMT

Governor Hochul is a Guest on 'CNN News Central'

Earlier today, Governor Hochul was a guest on “CNN News Central.” AUDIO: The Governor's remarks are available in audio form here. A rush transcript of the Governor's remarks is available below: Kate Bolduan, CNN: Let's focus in right now on …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:19 GMT

We need to protect the rights of workers to build an inclusive economy

We need to protect the rights of workers to build an inclusive economy Dear Fellow South African, We have just observed Workers’ Day, which is commemorated across the world in honour of the struggles of workers for fair labour standards and conditions of …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

To safeguard human rights we must protect civic space and the right to peaceful assembly, OSCE leaders say

VIENNA, 5 May 2025 – A vibrant civic space in which everyone contributes to public and political life is increasingly challenged by growing threats to freedom of peaceful assembly and severe challenges faced by human rights defenders through discreditation …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:57 GMT

Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi: Handover and reburial of remains of Anti-Apartheid Activists

Good morning. We gather here today for the handover and reburial of the exhumed remains of two courageous and brave patriots, Benjamin Moloise and Abraham Mngomezulu. These two patriots are part of the great army of liberation that took up arms and fought …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

AMRT Satellite Technology Uncovers Significant Mineral Assets at Historic Oregon Mine

Abandoned Mine Expected to Roar Back to Life with Massive Results thanks to AMRT Satellite Scan Technology MESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CC Explorations, a leading satellite-based mineral exploration company, today …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 22:00 GMT

Edge Zero Launches Grid Visibility Solution to Support Labor Party’s Home Battery Initiative

New program equips distribution system operators with real-time data tools to ensure network readiness for Australia’s largest-ever home battery rollout MELBOURNE, VIC, AUSTRALIA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Edge Zero, a leader in low- …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 19:14 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President, Commends Virginia for Leading the Nation in Reducing Fentanyl Overdoses

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) commends Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin for tackling the fentanyl crisis head-on through …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 18:52 GMT

The Pan African Film & Arts Festival Announces Call for Submissions for 2026 Festival

The largest international Black film festival in the U.S. returns to Los Angeles February 9–16, 2026 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF), the largest and most …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 17:06 GMT

VetComm Honors Military Appreciation Month by Empowering Veterans to Access Their VA Disability Benefits

Veteran-founded organization provides guidance and advocacy to help veterans navigate the VA benefits process during Military Appreciation Month and beyond. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the nation observes …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:39 GMT

AMMWEC to Host Capitol Hill Event: "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing Asia's Potential"

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) will be hosting an upcoming Capitol Hill event titled "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

First 5 California Welcomes Anthony Pane as New Chief Counsel

First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief Counsel. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:45 GMT

Veteran M&A Attorney Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson to Lead Corporate Business Transactions Practice Group

Spiro Harrison & Nelson Continues Strategic Growth with Addition of Industry Leader RED BANK, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bringing its headcount to 25 attorneys, Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 23:55 GMT

NCLA Opposes Transfer of Expanded Lawsuit Against Trump Administration’s Unlawful Tariffs

Washington, DC, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Civil Liberties Alliance filed an Amended Complaint today adding several Plaintiffs to the Simplified v. Trump, et al. lawsuit against President Trump’s attempt to rely on the International Emergency …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 21:59 GMT

Realigning US-Saudi relations for the AI era

As Saudi Arabia accelerates its transformation into a global technology powerhouse, the United States has a pivotal opportunity to redefine its partnership with the kingdom. Moving beyond the traditional oil-for-security framework, a new partnership …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on May 5, 2025 - 20:50 GMT

AIDA Country Report on Spain – Update on 2024

|Published on: 5th May 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Spain provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum seekers and content of …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 20:50 GMT

Ambassador Gerard McGurk assumes duties as new Head of OSCE Mission in Kosovo

PRISHTINË/PRIŠTINA, 05 May 2025 – Ambassador Gerard McGurk, a career member of the British Diplomatic Service, has been appointed as the new Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo and has officially assumed his duties today. Ambassador McGurk’s previous …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 06:34 GMT

After Clergy Arrested for Praying, Moral Monday Returns to U.S. Supreme Court to Confront Deadly Federal Budget

Faith leaders and impacted people to hold prayerful protest calling out a budget that will kill Medicaid, starve children, and abandon the poor WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, May 5, 2025, at 11:00 …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

DOE Legacy Management Expertise Tapped for Rifle Disposal Cell Pore Water Extraction Project

RIFLE, COLORADO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Legacy Management (LM) recently faced an operational challenge at the Rifle Disposal Site in Colorado, it took subject matter experts across a wide array …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

To safeguard human rights we must protect civic space and the right to peaceful assembly, OSCE leaders say

VIENNA, 5 May 2025 – A vibrant civic space in which everyone contributes to public and political life is increasingly challenged by growing threats to freedom of peaceful assembly and severe challenges faced by human rights defenders through discreditation …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:20 GMT

Notable efforts to address electoral integrity but certain aspects of Romania’s presidential campaign left without ...

BUCHAREST, 5 May 2025 – The first round of Romania’s repeat presidential election was efficiently run and the rights to freedom of assembly and association were respected. However, widespread inauthentic behaviour online by candidates, the fragmented …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:53 GMT

TMC CEO Testifies Before Congress: Deep-Sea Minerals Key to U.S. Industrial Future

CEO and Chairman Gerard Barron testified before the House Committee on Natural Resources on “Exploring the Potential of Deep-Sea Mining to Expand American Mineral Production” Mr. Barron highlighted the abundant, unattached polymetallic nodule resource as a …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

G7 should act as stabilizer and reformer to reshape international order, urges T7 report

Waterloo, Canada, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new report to the Group of 7 (G7) suggests the nations’ leaders should set directions to help address root causes of instability while also innovating in new areas at the global level. The Think7 …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

AAFA Calls on Congress to Restore Lifesaving National Asthma Control Program

Washington, DC, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 6, 2025 – World Asthma Day – the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) will visit the U.S. Capitol to call on Congress to protect the 28 million people in the U.S. with asthma and restore …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 06:56 GMT

Enhancing Military Transparency: International Seminar on the Vienna Document 2011 was held in Almaty as part of ...

From 22 to 24 April 2025, the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, in co-operation with the Centre for Arms Control and Inspection Support and the Kazakhstan Peace Operations Centre (KAZCENT) of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and with …

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