Cyril Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa defends black economic empowerment in South Africa's mining industry.

President Cyril Ramaphosa praises the SANDF's Operation Prosper despite ongoing concerns about its effectiveness.

Opposition parties stage a walkout in parliament over a no-confidence debate against President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Cynthia Shange, a pioneering Black South African beauty pageant contestant, died at 76.

Senator Oshiomhole prioritizes Nigerian lives over foreign investments amid xenophobic attacks.

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South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa refuses to resign amid corruption allegations.

South Africa's Parliament will establish an impeachment committee to reinvestigate President Cyril Ramaphosa over a cash scandal.

China extended zero-tariff treatment to all 53 African nations through 2028, a strategic soft-power move positioning Beijing as a trade liberalizer amid global protectionism and strengthening its geopolitical influence across the continent.

A South African court orders the reinstatement of President Cyril Ramaphosa's impeachment proceedings over the "Farmgate" scandal.

South Africa's president Cyril Ramaphosa faces calls to resign over the 'Farmgate' scandal after a court ruling.

South Africa's top court rules against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the "Farmgate" scandal, backing opposition calls to revive impeachment proceedings.

Former President Trump threatened a 10% additional tariff on any nation backing BRICS policies opposing U.S. interests, escalating trade tensions as the bloc pushes for economic reforms and reduced dollar dependence at its Rio summit.

Japan committed up to $150 million in green finance and a yen-denominated sovereign loan to South Africa, leveraging the nation's platinum reserves and renewable potential to advance ammonia technology development while securing strategic influence over critical supply chains.

South Africa and Japan are deepening trade and investment ties, marking 116 years of relations, with focus on diversifying exports in agriculture, energy, and defence sectors, while Japanese companies like Toyota pledge significant investments supporting economic growth.

Peru launches an investigation into alleged human trafficking of citizens to fight in Russia's war in Ukraine.

Protests against foreigners continue in South Africa, fueled by claims of job and education theft.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says SANDF deployment is yielding positive results in the crime fight.

President Cyril Ramaphosa hints at more ministerial changes after dismissing Sisi Tolashe.

Documentary "Our Earth, My Blood" is nominated for a Golden Nymph Award at the Monte Carlo Television Festival.

South Africa's President Ramaphosa faces impeachment over a cash theft scandal.

Ramaphosa refuses to resign despite impeachment proceedings against him.

ANC party calls emergency meeting after court ruling threatens President Ramaphosa's removal.

South Africa's parliament will establish an impeachment committee to probe President Cyril Ramaphosa over the "Farmgate" scandal.

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MK and ATM parties request a secret ballot vote to remove President Cyril Ramaphosa from office.

Cyril Ramaphosa faces impeachment vote after a ruling on a burglary probe.

Julius Malema calls for President Cyril Ramaphosa to resign after a court ruling.

South Africa's president faces impeachment inquiry after a court ruling over a theft scandal at his farm.

Ghana filed a complaint with the African Union against South Africa over persistent xenophobic violence targeting African migrants in Pretoria, escalating regional tensions ahead of an AU summit scheduled for June in Egypt.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa denied xenophobia allegations amid Nigerian Senate threats to boycott MTN and other South African businesses, citing continental unity while facing widespread online skepticism from Nigerians demanding accountability for documented attacks.

The US invested $50 million in South Africa's Phalaborwa mining project to extract rare earth elements, strategic competition with China's dominance in the sector, despite diplomatic tensions between Trump and Ramaphosa over governance disputes.

France launches cultural initiatives and hosts an Africa Summit in Nairobi with 2,000 business leaders to reshape its continental image beyond defense and mineral extraction, emphasizing arts, AI, energy, and practical economic partnerships with African nations.

The US is embracing pragmatic diplomacy to secure rare earth supplies and reduce China's dominance.

Fikile Mbalula warns Ramaphosa's resignation will hurt the economy and party unity.

Cyril Ramaphosa refuses to resign amid impeachment proceedings over the Phala Phala scandal.

President Cyril Ramaphosa fired social development minister Sisisi Tolashe on Thursday amid claims of misconduct.

President Cyril Ramaphosa declares South Africa's economy is entering a recovery period with four consecutive quarters of growth.

South Africa declares a natural disaster due to severe flooding that killed at least 10 people.

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A South African impeachment committee will probe President Cyril Ramaphosa.

South Africa's Constitutional Court ordered an impeachment inquiry into President Ramaphosa, testing democratic accountability across the continent and potentially affecting regional trading partners like Namibia through shifts in economic policy and institutional governance.

South Africa's highest court rules against President Cyril Ramaphosa, reviving impeachment prospects.

South Africa's top court revives impeachment inquiry against President Cyril Ramaphosa over a 2020 farm theft scandal.

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa faces potential impeachment after a court ruling allowed proceedings against him to resume.

The US and South Africa held preliminary talks in Johannesburg with 25 officials to explore mining, energy, and infrastructure deals, aiming to counter China's dominance in critical minerals production and thaw diplomatic tensions.

African nations warn citizens in South Africa to stay indoors amid xenophobic attacks.

Japan and South Africa agreed to strengthen critical mineral supply chains and boost corporate investment to counter China's African influence, addressing Japan's resource security amid Middle East tensions and Chinese export restrictions.

France, expelled from West Africa by sovereignty-demanding governments, redirects diplomatic and military efforts toward Kenya, hosting the Africa-France Summit and deploying 800 troops as it seeks renewed African influence amid geopolitical competition.

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