Category: World

• January 2, 2025
• C Badenhorst

Despite tensions, South Africa retains US market access under AGOA until 2025. This trade agreement review is crucial as it determines duty-free access and impacts bilateral ties. Republican lawmakers threaten South Africa's status due to perceived anti-American sentiment, adding to complexities for the next US administration amidst political and economic considerations.

• October 23, 2024
• C Badenhorst

South Korea may consider sending arms to Ukraine due to reports alleging North Korean troop deployments to Russia. Despite denials from North Korea and Russia, this development raises concerns over a potential boost in military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, threatening South Korea's security. In response, South Korea is contemplating various measures, including the provision of defensive and offensive weapons to Ukraine.

• October 7, 2024
• C Badenhorst

Hezbollah launched rockets at Haifa, wounding ten people and escalating tensions with Israel as the conflict intensifies. The Israeli military responded by striking multiple Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, while rocket alarms sounded across northern Israel, causing widespread fear. In Beirut, continued Israeli strikes targeted a key Hezbollah commander, leading to deadly blasts, deepening the regional strife.

• August 5, 2024
• C Badenhorst

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country after escalating anti-government protests turned violent. Demonstrators stormed her residence in Dhaka, demanding her resignation due to various grievances. At least 91 people have died in the clashes, with the army chief announcing an interim government to restore order.

• June 25, 2024
• C Badenhorst

This article charts the captivating yet contentious saga of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks. From his beginnings as a skilled computer programmer in Australia to his high-stakes legal battles involving espionage charges, Assange's life is a testament to the clash between transparency and secrecy in the digital age.

• June 13, 2024
• C Badenhorst

Pope Francis will engage with nine world leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden, at the G7 summit in southern Italy from June 13-15. The meeting aims to discuss major global issues such as artificial intelligence, energy, and regional matters in Africa and the Mediterranean.

• June 12, 2024
• C Badenhorst

A search operation is underway in Malawi after a plane carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine others went missing amid turbulent weather. The plane, traveling from Lilongwe to Mzuzu, disappeared on Monday morning. Telecommunication signals are being used to narrow the search area to a northern mountainous region. International assistance is being provided as authorities strive to locate the aircraft.

• May 30, 2024
• C Badenhorst

A North Korean attempt to launch a spy satellite ended in mid-flight explosion, raising concerns among neighboring countries. The Chollima-1 rocket deviated from its trajectory before disintegrating 11 minutes after liftoff. The failure, marking the fifth consecutive unsuccessful launch since 2016, is under investigation and has reignited debates on international sanctions and military surveillance.

• May 24, 2024
• C Badenhorst

Thousands gathered to mourn Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi at the Iman Reza Holy Shrine after his sudden death in a helicopter crash. Raisi, who was considered a potential successor to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei but faced criticism for his crackdown on dissent, was honored with traditional mourning rituals in Mashhad. Yet, his death also sparked celebrations among some Iranians expressing discontent with his leadership.

• May 16, 2024
• C Badenhorst

A new Dutch right-wing coalition is evaluating the move of the Dutch embassy to Jerusalem, aligning with Geert Wilders’ pro-Israel agenda. This potential move follows debates on antisemitism in Dutch society and promises of robust support for Ukraine.