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2025 in Review | GBVF crisis: A year of tragedy, outrage and calls for action

As gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) continued to dominate the headlines across the country, ordinary South Africans took a bold stand against the scourge. Growing public pressure compelled President Cyril Ramaphosa to respond, ultimately declaring GBVF a national disaster — a recognition of the scale and severity of the crisis, and a clear signal that all sectors of society must work together to protect women and children. National Protests and […]

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SA won’t be lobbying any country amid G20 discord with US: Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will not lobby any country following threats by the United States to block Pretoria’s participation in next year’s G20 summit. His remarks come amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries. Yesterday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated the country's position, that South Africa will not be invited to G20 meetings in Miami. The US has criticised South Africa’s foreign policy positions and […]

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SA will remain an active, constructive G20 member: Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will remain a full, active and constructive member of the G20 — dismissing what he calls the United States’ theatrics. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened to bar South Africa from the G20 summit when America takes over the presidency in 2026. Trump has doubled down on false claims of white killings in South Africa — the same assertions behind his boycott […]

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Activists call for stronger action after government classifies GBVF as national disaster

Government's recent announcement labelling Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) as a National Crisis at the G20 Social Summit — followed by its official classification as a National Disaster — has sparked mixed reactions, with experts warning that the move may not have the practical impact many expect. GBV advocacy group, the Tears Foundation, says the messaging has created confusion, as the National Disaster Management Centre’s classification does not equate to […]

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Ramaphosa: SA won’t be bullied, declares GBVF a national crisis

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa "will not be bullied", insisting that the G20 declaration will go ahead without the United States. Speaking on the sidelines of the G20 Social Summit’s closing ceremony at Nasrec, Ramaphosa reaffirmed that preparations for this weekend’s historic gathering — which will host leaders from 40 nations — are on track. Earlier this week, US President Donald Trump warned Pretoria against issuing a joint […]

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Government probing arrival of over 150 Palestinians in SA: Lamola

International Relations Minister, Ronald Lamola, says government is investigating the circumstances surrounding the recent arrival of more than 150 Palestinians in South Africa. Speaking at a media briefing on the country’s readiness to host the G20 Summit, Lamola raised concern about Palestinians being relocated from their homeland. The group, which travelled from Kenya, was initially denied entry at OR Tambo International Airport after immigration officials were unable to verify their […]

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Gauteng braces for wet weekend and G20 dry-run

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning of possible severe thunderstorms and flooding across Gauteng this weekend. A yellow level 2 warning has been issued for several provinces, including Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Free State. The harsh weather could also affect visibility, prompting motorists to exercise extra caution on the roads. Forecaster, Andre Fourie, says the drop in temperatures is a result of a low-pressure system that will affect the […]

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‘Green profile’ campaigns undermine GBV shutdown: Women for Change

GBV advocacy group, Women for Change, has condemned efforts to derail the planned national shutdown with "justice for men" campaigns. The backlash follows a surge of green profile pictures to counter the purple ones in solidarity with survivors. While some men use the campaign to highlight their issues, the group says doing so under posts about the shutdown risks shifting attention away from the movement’s focus. Spokesperson Cameron Kasambala, called […]

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Lesufi vows tight security for G20 Summit, promises to regularise AmaPanyaza

Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi, has issued a stern warning to anyone planning to test the province’s security ahead of the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit. Briefing the media on Tuesday, Lesufi said Gauteng is fully prepared to host the global event in the coming weeks, with all major concerns addressed and resolved. Lesufi said the province is fully prepared to host the G20 Summit, with key venues and infrastructure secured ahead […]

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