Donald Trump Administration Places USAID Staff on Leave, Signals Major Restructuring
USAID’s global workforce faces administrative leave as the Trump administration considers restructuring or abolishing parts of the agency, triggering controversy and protests.
China Retaliates Against U.S. Tariffs with Coal, Gas Levies and Google Probe
China hits back at Trump administration tariffs with levies on U.S. coal, gas, and crude oil, alongside an anti-monopoly probe into Google, escalating tensions between the two global economies.
AI Startup Founder Alex Beckman Arrested for Fraud After Squandering R1.1 Billion in Investor Funds
San Francisco AI startup founder Alex Beckman of ON Platform has been arrested after allegedly defrauding investors of over R1.1 billion. Prosecutors claim he and his wife spent the money…
South Africans Roast Elon Musk Over Comments on Racist Laws
South Africans criticize Elon Musk after he called the country's ownership laws racist, following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to cut aid to South Africa.
Donald Trump Wants Ukraine to Pay for Military Aid with Rare Earth Minerals
Donald Trump suggests Ukraine should secure U.S. military aid with rare earth minerals, citing economic and strategic interests. Read more about the geopolitical and economic implications.
Douw Steyn, Billionaire Behind Steyn City and Auto & General, Dies at 72
South African billionaire Douw Steyn, founder of Steyn City and Auto & General, has passed away at 72. His legacy spans insurance, real estate, and philanthropy. Read more.
Canadian Provinces Pull American Alcohol from Shelves in Response to Donald Trump’s Tariffs
Several Canadian provinces have stopped selling American alcohol in response to U.S. tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. Learn how Canada is reacting to these economic measures.
Largest Hindu Temple in the Southern Hemisphere Opens in Johannesburg
The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Johannesburg, the largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere, has been inaugurated. A beacon of faith, culture, and service, the temple aims to foster harmony…
China Threatens Retaliation Over Donald Trump’s Surprise Tariff Move
China has renewed its threat to take "necessary countermeasures" against the United States after former President Donald Trump imposed a fresh 10% tariff on Chinese imports. The move, justified by…
Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Wins Record of the Year at the Grammys
Kendrick Lamar’s hit diss track ‘Not Like Us’ took home Record of the Year at the Grammys, marking another major milestone in his career. In his acceptance speech, the rapper…