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    Politics

    Budget bust-up forces ANC to rethink GNU rules, Zille says forget it

    dailymaverick.co.za • Politics • South Africa

    A budget dispute in South Africa's coalition government is forcing the ANC to reconsider its approach to the GNU, while the DA opposes proposed changes.

    The campaign to subvert Africa's internet registry | The Cape Independent

    capeindependent.com • Politics • Africa

    A Chinese businessman, Lu Heng, is attempting to subvert Africa's internet registry, AFRINIC, through legal challenges and alleged bribery, aiming to privatize IP addresses for profit.

    Why Eritrea is called Africa’s North Korea

    economist.com • Politics • Africa

    Eritrea's history of protracted conflicts, mass exodus of refugees, and authoritarian rule has led to comparisons with North Korea.

    Nile River Politics Threaten Democracy and Regional Stability in the Horn of Africa | Foreign Affairs

    foreignaffairs.com • Politics • Horn of Africa

    The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) project, while promising energy independence for Ethiopia, has ignited tensions with Egypt and Sudan, threatening regional stability and democratic transitions.

    Trump fast-tracked processing of White South African refugees. But not everyone wants to leave | CNN

    cnn.com • Politics • South Africa

    The article discusses the complex situation of White South African refugees, focusing on the Trump administration's fast-tracked processing of their refugee applications, while some Afrikaners choose to remain in South Africa, seeking help to address violent crime and advocating for self-determination.

    Fact check: Are white farmers being killed in South Africa?

    thetimes.com • Politics • South Africa

    This article fact-checks claims of white genocide and targeted killings of white farmers in South Africa, debunking the narrative promoted by some, including President Trump, while acknowledging the country's high crime rate and ongoing land reform debates.

    Floyd Shivambu looks to form new party — 10 months after joining MK

    dailymaverick.co.za • Politics • South Africa

    Following his removal as secretary-general of South Africa's uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) party, Floyd Shivambu announced plans to potentially form a new political party after consulting various communities and groups.

    Book Review: "Soldier’s Paradise," by Samuel Fury Childs Daly | Foreign Affairs

    foreignaffairs.com • Politics • Africa

    Samuel Fury Childs Daly's "Soldier's Paradise" offers a nuanced perspective on African military coups, challenging the conventional view by exploring the ideological motivations behind them.

    Conservation

    Meet the Welsh puppies that are stopping wildlife poachers in Africa | CNN

    cnn.com • Conservation • Africa

    Welsh-bred dogs are successfully combating poaching in Africa, significantly contributing to wildlife conservation efforts.

    African countries eye world’s first joint 'debt-for-nature' swap - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Conservation • Africa

    Multiple African nations are collaborating on a pioneering joint debt-for-nature swap to secure billions for Indian Ocean ecosystem preservation.

    South African scientists make rhino horns radioactive to curb poaching - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Conservation • South Africa

    South African scientists are injecting rhinoceros horns with radioactive material to deter poaching by making the horns easily detectable at border crossings and unusable for medicinal purposes.

    Ecommerce

    Chinese sellers are joining Jumia amid tariff pressures

    modernretail.co • Ecommerce • Africa

    Rising US tariffs are driving Chinese sellers to Jumia, Africa's largest e-commerce platform, boosting its growth and impacting its supply chain.

    Family

    Elon Musk’s ‘evil’ father has a baby with stepdaughter

    thetimes.com • Family • South Africa

    Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk, has fathered a child with his stepdaughter, causing a significant family rift and public controversy.

    Finance

    CMA probes Kenyan stockbroker banned in Zambia - The EastAfrican

    theeastafrican.co.ke • Finance • Africa

    Kenya's Capital Markets Authority is investigating a Kenyan stockbroker, Jacob Maaga, following complaints from Zambia's securities regulator regarding violations of trading rules.

    Paleontology

    South Africa's 'cradle of humankind' caves reopens for public - The Hindu

    thehindu.com • Paleontology • South Africa

    South Africa's Sterkfontein Caves, a renowned fossil site within the Cradle of Humankind, have reopened to the public after a three-year closure due to flooding, offering visitors a closer look at ongoing paleontological research.

    Television

    Access Is For Members Only ! – TV Yabantu | Yesintu | By Afrikans For The People | Best Indigenous Television

    yabantu.tv • Television • Africa

    TV Yabantu offers a subscription-based streaming service featuring exclusive indigenous African content, with various membership options including pay-per-view.