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Palestinian Refugees Stranded At OR Tambo Finally Enter SA

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Palestinian Refugees Stranded At OR Tambo Finally Enter SA

Palestinian Refugees Stranded At OR Tambo Finally Enter SA

November 14, 2025
Around 160 Palestinian refugees stranded at OR Tambo International Airport for more than 12 hours have finally been allowed into South Africa. Families who fled the war in Gaza endured an ordeal on a grounded plane before officials cleared their entry after
The campaign has drawn strong criticism from senior government figures. On Monday, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi wrote on X that “racists are loud and clear” and accused the banner’s creators of trying to undermine efforts to build “an all-inclusive country that recognises the injustices of apartheid”. He called on supporters of transformation to “push them back”. African News Agency Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya dismissed Solidarity’s campaign as the work of a “tiny right-wing minority”, calling it “unimportant and mindless”. African News Agency Government critics of the billboard argue that it misrepresents South Africa’s transformation agenda and risks damaging the country’s image as it hosts world leaders for the G20 Summit. Solidarity, however, remains adamant that its message should be visible to local residents and international visitors, and says the Solidarity race banner legal action will continue until the courts have ruled on the legality of the removal.
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Solidarity Race Banner Legal Action Heads to Court

November 14, 2025
Solidarity is taking the City of Johannesburg and Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi to the High Court after its “race-regulated country” banner was removed from the M1. The union alleges unlawful, politically motivated censorship and wants the billboard restored ahead of the G20

US Government Shutdown Ends After 43 Days

November 14, 2025
The US government shutdown ends after 43 days as Donald Trump signs a funding bill that reopens federal services, restores pay for workers and keeps food aid flowing. The deal also delays a major fight over health care tax credits to the
South Africa Cholera Vaccine Enters Human Trials

South Africa Cholera Vaccine Enters Human Trials

November 13, 2025
South Africa has begun Phase 1 trials of a locally manufactured oral cholera vaccine after regulatory approval. The study tests safety in healthy adults at sites in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape, aiming to boost regional supply and speed outbreak response
FW de Klerk Foundation Rejects Afrikaner Genocide Claims

FW de Klerk Foundation Rejects Afrikaner Genocide Claims

November 13, 2025
The FW de Klerk Foundation has dismissed Afrikaner genocide claims made by US President Donald Trump, warning the false narrative fuels racial polarisation and threatens South Africa’s global standing ahead of the G20 summit in Johannesburg.
Milei Skips SA G20, Aligning with Trump Boycott
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Milei Skips SA G20, Aligning with Trump Boycott

November 13, 2025
Argentina’s president Javier Milei will skip the Johannesburg G20. Instead, a senior delegation will attend plenaries and bilaterals. The boycott stance is political, but Argentina still wants a say in the final text. The summit schedule remains on track, and South Africa
Court Rules on Pretoria High School for Girls Racism Report

Court Rules on Pretoria High School for Girls Racism Report

November 13, 2025
The Gauteng High Court has dismissed Pretoria High School for Girls’ bid to access a Gauteng Education Department racism probe. The court ruled the Pretoria High School for Girls racism report can only be obtained through PAIA, after a dispute over a
Hawks Quiet on Prinsloo Guns Recovery Progress

Hawks Quiet on Prinsloo Guns Recovery Progress

November 12, 2025
Hawks quiet on Prinsloo guns stays the headline as the unit withholds recovery figures for more than 2 000 stolen SAPS firearms. Communities want clear numbers, timelines and proof the state can trace and remove the remaining weapons.
Tshwane Rivers Unsafe: City Halts Swimming, Baptisms

Tshwane Rivers Unsafe: City Halts Swimming, Baptisms

November 12, 2025
Tshwane rivers unsafe for any water contact, the city warns. Residents should pause swimming, bathing and baptisms while teams test and clean polluted stretches. Tap water remains safe to drink. Here’s what to avoid and how to report spills.
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