Politics

eThekwini Election Polls: MK Party Rises as ANC Falls

Recent election polls show a major political shift across South African municipalities. Indeed, two independent polling organizations reached the exact same conclusion. The Social Research Foundation (SRF) and SABI surveyed voters across key metropolitan areas. Consequently, their survey data highlights falling support for the ruling party. National Polling Reveals ANC Decline Nationally, the African National

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Russia Warns NATO Over Kaliningrad as Nuclear Tensions Rise

Russia has issued a severe Kaliningrad nuclear warning to NATO, stating that it could use nuclear weapons if the alliance attempts to cut off the small Russian territory wedged between NATO members Poland and Lithuania. The warning was contained in a diplomatic document sent to NATO and reviewed by Reuters. Moscow claims it has information

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2026 Local Government Elections in eThekwini and Across the Country to Be Closely Contested

South Africa’s 2026 local government elections on 4 November are shaping up to be highly competitive. Nationwide, 546 political parties will contest municipal polls. In eThekwini nearly 70 parties and 12 independent candidates will stand for council seats. This crowded field raises questions about vote splitting, coalition formation, and who will lead local government after

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US State Department Imposes Sanctions and Visa Restrictions on Selected South African Citizens

Introduction US visa restrictions South Africa were announced by the US State Department. The United States says the measures target politically connected South African nationals linked to race based discrimination, incitement to imminent violence, or policies that enable uncompensated land seizures. The actions include visa bans and targeted sanctions. Consequently, relations between Washington and Pretoria

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SADC member state flags displayed at a public lecture event in Durban

SADC Summit Opens in Durban as March and March Airs Its Grievances

South Africa Hosts SADC Summit as Anti-Migrant Protests Grip Durban The 46th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit ordinary session took place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC) in Durban on Monday. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will serve as the gathering’s chair for this year. Among the key issues the Summit

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