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A Johannesburg court has warned President Cyril Ramaphosa to protect Parliament as the lingering Phala Phala farm scandal resurfaces, reviving impeachment talks. Allegations of a missing $580,000 and related parliamentary controversies intensify political pressure.
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Despite a national decrease in the murder rate, several police precincts in Cape Town continue to report alarmingly high numbers of homicides, with gang activity and firearms cited as primary drivers. The persistent violence highlights a complex challenge within South Africa's broader crime statistics.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa told SADC leaders the country is "deeply ashamed" of recent attacks on foreign nationals and urged regional cooperation. He also demanded reimbursement from Nigeria, Malawi, Ethiopia and others for evacuation costs, a claim that Ghana has denied.
Business
South Africa's unemployment rate increased to 33.6% in the second quarter of 2024, marking a four-year high. The rise in joblessness is attributed to a weakening labor market and the broader economic impact of the Iran war.
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A parliamentary committee has recommended that the impeachment process against President Cyril Ramaphosa not be judged by criminal law standards and may compel him to testify. The move intensifies scrutiny of the president amid ongoing political and legal battles.
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A senior investigator at the Independent Directorate of Anti‑Corruption (IDAC) has alleged that director Andrea Johnson deliberately misled Parliament’s ad‑hoc committee. The claim adds to mounting political pressure for a sweeping overhaul of the agency.
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A R6 million trip by the Gauteng provincial legislature to Venezuela, led by Speaker Ntombi Mekgwe, has drawn significant criticism. The visit, deemed 'botched' and ill-timed, occurred shortly after US military action in the region.
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A Johannesburg High Court has granted President Cyril Ramaphosa an interim interdict, pausing the parliamentary impeachment process over the 'Farmgate' scandal. The ruling gives the president breathing room while legal challenges continue.