Severe Storm Warning Alert for KwaZulu-Natal - South African News Briefs - March 17, 2025
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South Africa's Ambassador to U.S. 'Persona Non Grata' - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
allAfrica
The Trump administration is expelling South Africa's Ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool after statements he reportedly made during a meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa. In a… Read more »
Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool's Speech That Made Him 'No Longer Welcome' in the U.S.
GroundUp
The South African ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, is no longer welcome in the US, several news publications reported on Saturday. Read more »
Value of African Penguins Should Not Be Ignored
GroundUp
Island closures are painted as an economic cost to the fishing industry, but losing African Penguins will cost us dearly Read more »
Who Owns Digital Data About You? South African Legal Scholar Weighs Up Property and Privacy Rights [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
In the digital economy, data is more than just information - it is an asset with immense economic and strategic value. Yet, despite its significance, a fundamental legal question… Read more »
Condolences for KZN Flood Victims, Relief Efforts Continue
SAnews.gov.za
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has extended his heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives during the recent heavy rains that… Read more »
Here's How We Can Move to Renewable Energy in a Just Way
GroundUp
Mining companies could fulfil their social obligations by investing in these projects Read more »
SA-EU Summit a 'Watershed' Moment for Trade and Investment Relations
SAnews.gov.za
The 8th South Africa-European Union (EU) Summit held in Cape Town last week was a "watershed" moment for trade and investment relations between South Africa and the regional bloc. Read more »
Free State Police Arrest 12 for Illegal Mining
SAnews.gov.za
Twelve foreign nationals have been arrested in connection with illegal mining activities in the Free State, said the South African Police Service (SAPS). Read more »
U.S. Expels South African Ambassador, Saying He 'Hates' Trump
RFI
The US decision to expel South Africa's ambassador was "regrettable," the office of the South African president said Saturday, after Washington's top diplomat accused the envoy of… Read more »
Parliament and the Budget - What You Need to Know [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The budget process in South Africa is one of the most critical functions of Parliament, ensuring government spending aligns with national priorities while maintaining… Read more »
Coming Soon - Fund to Help People Pay Bail
GroundUp
Bail Fund will address the "injustice of being detained simply because of poverty" Read more »
Deputy President Mashatile Arrives in Japan for a Working Visit
SAnews.gov.za
Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrived at Narita International Airport in Tokyo, Japan, on Sunday for a working visit aimed at strengthening the cooperation between South Africa… Read more »
Police Launch Manhunt for Gang Behind Hammanskraal ATM Bombings
SAnews.gov.za
Police have launched a manhunt for a gang of about 30 men who allegedly bombed five ATMs at a shopping mall in Hammanskraal, Tshwane, over the weekend. Read more »
SA Is Addressing Port Challenges, Says Deputy President
SAnews.gov.za
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has assured executives from Isuzu Motors Limited's headquarters in Japan that South Africa is actively working to resolve its port and… Read more »
