Geopolitical tensions and tariffs hamper mining investment, says industry leader Mark Cutifani
Many commodity traders were caught off guard by the strength and conviction of the Trump administration in using tariffs as a tool to manage a whole range of issues.
South African political influencer groups expand ‘rage bait’ tactics across Africa
The year-long ISS study found that key figures in South Africa’s influence industry were engaged in transnational coordinated campaigns.
Disastrous DRC Mission: SADC was outgunned and outmanoeuvred by M23 Rebels and Rwanda, lacked cohesion
South Africa appeared primarily motivated by economic factors and a desire to preserve its regional prestige, despite lacking the required military capabilities.
South Africa to abandon ‘disastrous’ DRC mission, withdraw troops
The deployment of South African troops in the DRC was “a total disaster and totally unsustainable,” according to defence analyst Kobus Marais.
USAID cuts to Africa: Gateway for China and setback for anti-corruption drive
If US policymakers truly seek to pursue their national interests and counter China in Africa, they must rethink their approach—before the damage becomes irreversible.
South Africa’s DRC Mission: African Defence Force Representatives call it a ‘dilemma and untenable’
Ramaphosa’s government should “swallow their pride and start negotiations with Rwanda and the M23 rebels for their release. “It must be humiliating for our soldiers, and their well-being should be the government’s priority.”
Ramaphosa’s Iran flirtation: How South African military technology and nuclear deals are courting Western sanctions
“It is concerning when our technology is being used by Iran, as there are arms control measures in place to prevent it,” Iran appears to have a tight grip on South Africa.
Trapped South African soldiers in DRC: Mounting pressure on Ramaphosa to negotiate release and accept “egg on face”
South Africa’s current involvement in the DRC is “deeply irresponsible, pretending to be a regional power on what is essentially an overgrown border guard budget.”
Rising wave of child soldiers in Africa: 5-year-olds recruited
Africa has witnessed a significant surge in the recruitment of child soldiers across conflict zones, exacerbated by Islamic insurgencies advancing southward across the continent.
Ramaphosa urged to sack defence leaders over South African soldier predicament in DRC
Defence minister Angie Motshekga and military chiefs, who appeared before a parliamentary committee, seemed unaware of how damaging their actions have been for the military. President Cyril Ramaphosa should “clean house.”
