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Leading parliamentary opposition to exercise
Chinese destroyers, Russian corvettes, and Iranian warships sailed into Simon's Town on January 9 for a week-long joint exercise led by China. Russia and Iran, both heavily sanctioned and fighting active wars, sent forces, while India and Brazil stayed away despite the BRICS branding.
Updated May 19
Opposition party challenging Expropriation Act in court
President Trump cut all US aid to South Africa on February 7, 2025—$440 million annually, most for HIV treatment—over a land law allowing seizure without compensation. He called it discrimination against white farmers.
Pressuring government for a special task force and data-driven policing response
Just after 1 a.m., a tavern in Bekkersdal turned into a killing floor. A group of gunmen arrived in two vehicles, stormed the venue, and fired into patrons inside and outside—then kept shooting as people ran.
Updated May 15
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