South Africa’s railway infrastructure is taking a significant leap forward as the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) announced the restoration of 31 out of 40 priority rail corridors. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa made the announcement during Transport Month, underscoring the pivotal role railways play in the country’s transport network and economic development.… Continue reading South Africa Restores 31 Key Rail Corridors To Boost Public Transport And Economic Growth
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China, South Africa Committed To Broadening Economic Exchanges During Ramaphosa’s State Visit To China
The South African branch of Bank of China, in partnership with the School of Economics and Finance of the University of the Witwatersrand, launched the Chinese Investors’ Confidence Index for South Africa in 2023. A first of its kind, the index reports on South Africa’s economic and investment environment based on the views and experiences… Continue reading China, South Africa Committed To Broadening Economic Exchanges During Ramaphosa’s State Visit To China
Steenhuisens ‘Silly Claims Putin Is Ramaphosa’s Ally, Not South Africa’s, Shows DA Still Pursuing The Apartheid Government’s Foreign Policy’
Democratic Alliance (DA) Leader John Steenhuisen’s claims that President Cyril Ramaphosa represented himself when he described Russian Leader Vladimir Putin as South Africa’s “valuable ally” are “silly” and show that the party is still pursuing the apartheid government’s foreign policy. According to Andre Thomashausen, a Professor Emeritus of International and Comparative Law at the University… Continue reading Steenhuisens ‘Silly Claims Putin Is Ramaphosa’s Ally, Not South Africa’s, Shows DA Still Pursuing The Apartheid Government’s Foreign Policy’
Ramaphosa Thanks ‘Valuable Ally’ Putin For ‘Support’ Before BRICS Summit In Russia
President Cyril Ramaphosa has described Russian leader Vladimir Putin as a “valuable ally and a friend” who supported him when South Africa entered uncharted waters after the May general elections. He told Putin he had formed the Government of National Unity (GNU) with several opposition parties to stabilise South Africa politically after the governing African… Continue reading Ramaphosa Thanks ‘Valuable Ally’ Putin For ‘Support’ Before BRICS Summit In Russia
BRICS Business Forum’s Plenary Session Highlights Economic Achievements Of Member Countries
The second day of the BRICS Business Forum, the theme of which is “BRICS Partnership: StrengtheningMultilateralism for Equitable and Global Development and Security”, is taking place in Moscow on 18October. The plenary session was the centrepiece of the forum. Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the guests of the event. During his speech, he emphasisedthat the… Continue reading BRICS Business Forum’s Plenary Session Highlights Economic Achievements Of Member Countries
Ramaphosa: FOCAC Partnership Action Plans Are In Line With The AU Agenda 2063
The 10 partnership action plans proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) are all in line with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, said South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. In a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the summit, Xi said that China stands ready… Continue reading Ramaphosa: FOCAC Partnership Action Plans Are In Line With The AU Agenda 2063
‘Greening’ Of The Empire: Climate Change And Its Discourses Blindside Marikana And Its Consequences
Climate change is often described as a crisis that affects everyone, demanding urgent action to prevent widespread devastation from storms and rising seas. However, a significant concern is that climate change discussions are not open to everyone for engagement or inquiry. This exclusion is not accidental but a deliberate tactic to promote specific agendas and… Continue reading ‘Greening’ Of The Empire: Climate Change And Its Discourses Blindside Marikana And Its Consequences
Mashaba: ‘GNU Is A Partnership Between Criminal ANC and Dishonest DA’
ACTIONSA President Herman Mashaba has denounced President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), saying his party would never join it because it would mean working with a “criminal ANC”, and a “dishonest and arrogant” Democratic Alliance (DA) which pays lip service to the fight against corruption. The former Joburg mayor said the DA joined… Continue reading Mashaba: ‘GNU Is A Partnership Between Criminal ANC and Dishonest DA’
Ramaphosa Finally Unveils His Coalition Cabinet, Gives DA Six Ministries
After a two-week delay marred by frosty talks between his governing ANC and opposition parties, President Cyril Ramaphosa finally unveiled his grand coalition cabinet, allocating several cabinet posts to the Democratic Alliance (DA) and eight other opposition parties. In a televised address to the nation, Ramaphosa appointed six DA ministers, including party leader John Steenhuisen,… Continue reading Ramaphosa Finally Unveils His Coalition Cabinet, Gives DA Six Ministries
‘The People Have Spoken’, Says Newly Inaugurated Ramaphosa
African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa has been inaugurated as head of the Republic of South Africa, which enables him to officially kick-off his second term at the helm of the nation. Ramaphosa took his oath of office at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, Gauteng, witnessed by South Africans from all walks of life,… Continue reading ‘The People Have Spoken’, Says Newly Inaugurated Ramaphosa