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Nigeria and South Africa Call for Immediate Ceasefire in Sudan

Nigeria and South Africa have issued a joint statement calling for an immediate ceasefire and an end to the conflict in Sudan.  The two countries also urged for expedited access to humanitarian assistance in the war-torn nation. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, and the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, made the call in a joint statement released on Saturday.  The ministers met on the sidelines of the African Union Executive Council in Accra, Ghana, to discuss regional and continental matters, including peace and security. They expressed concern about the ongoing conflict in Sudan, which has resulted in the loss of innocent lives, exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, displaced millions, and destroyed critical infrastructure.  The ministers urged the international community to take concrete steps to facilitate a peaceful resolution to the conflict in an inclusive manner. The […]

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South African Singer Tyla Wins Big at 2024 BET Awards

South African singer Tyla made history at the BET Awards 2024, taking home two prestigious awards: Best New Artist and Best International Act.  Her debut single "Water" launched her to global stardom, earning her numerous accolades, including the inaugural Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance in February 2024, making her the youngest African artist to receive a Grammy at just 22 years old. At the BET Awards, Tyla, 22, beat out fellow African artist Ayra Starr, 41, and other international acts to win Best New Artist.  In her acceptance speech, she dedicated the award to Africa, paying tribute to the African superstars who paved the way for her success. "This is such a gift to be here. I want to dedicate this one to Africa. I want to dedicate this to all the African superstars before me that didn't […]

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Tems Wins Best Gospel/Inspirational Award at 2024 BET Awards, Beating Kirk Franklin and Cece Winans

Nigerian star, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, won her fourth BET Awards at the Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, United States, on Monday. The Grammy winner edged out top stars like Kirk Franklin, CeCe Winans, Maverick City Music, and others to win the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award with her 2023 song, ‘Me & U’ at the 2024 ceremony. The BET Awards, established in 2001 by Black Entertainment Television, is an American award show that recognises and celebrates the achievements of Black entertainers and other underrepresented groups in music, film, sports and philanthropy. In 2022, Tems won the award the BET awards for Best International Act and Best Collaboration for Wizkid’s ‘Essence’. She also won the Best Collaboration award for her song with Drake and Future, “Wait for U” in 2023. The song also received the same […]

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South Africa’s President Ramaphosa is reelected for second term

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been reelected for a second term after a last-minute coalition deal with the Democratic Alliance (DA).  The African National Congress (ANC) leader won the vote in Parliament with 283 votes, surpassing Julius Malema of the Economic Freedom Fighters, who received 44 votes. Ramaphosa's reelection was made possible by the support of the DA and smaller parties, who backed him after the ANC lost its majority in the recent election.  The ANC signed a coalition agreement with the DA during a break in the parliamentary session, ensuring Ramaphosa's victory and paving the way for a historic national coalition government. This development marks a significant shift in South African politics, as no party holds a majority in Parliament. The ANC and DA will now work together to govern Africa's most industrialized economy, ushering in a new […]

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Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been banned from running in the country’s upcoming election due to his previous criminal conviction. 

Jacob Zuma, former South African President, has been barred from running in the upcoming election due to a prior criminal conviction. The highest court in South Africa, the Constitutional Court, issued a ban against Jacob Zuma on Monday. Zuma, who stepped down as president in 2018 amid corruption allegations, was sentenced to 15 months in prison in 2021 for contempt of court. The Constitutional Court cited a section of the constitution that disqualifies individuals who have been sentenced to more than 12 months in prison without the option of a fine from standing for office. Judges said he would only be able to serve as an MP five years after his sentence had been completed. The ruling comes just two days after Zuma launched the manifesto of his new political party, uMkhonto We Sizwe (MK), in front of more than […]

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Tragedy in South Africa: Building Collapse Leaves 5 Dead, 49 Trapped

Authorities say 21 workers have been pulled from the rubble, with at least 11 of them suffering severe injuries A devastating building collapse in the coastal city of George, South Africa, has left five construction workers dead and 49 others trapped under the rubble. The multi-story apartment complex, which was under construction, came crashing down on Monday afternoon, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. Emergency workers on the scene of a collapsed building in George, South Africa, on May 7, 2024. Five workers have been killed with 49 still trapped after the building under construction collapsed on Monday. Rescue teams have been working tirelessly through the night, searching for survivors amidst the mangled wreckage. So far, 21 workers have been rescued and taken to various hospitals, with at least 11 suffering severe injuries. The search operation […]

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South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs18) Nominees List

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) has revealed the nominees for this year’s South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs18). This year, the SAFTAs introduced five exciting new categories, including Best Achievement in Visual Effects, Special Effects in Hair and Makeup, and Best Original Song for a Telenovela, TV Drama, or Feature Film. South Africa’s top production houses, Tshedza Pictures and Burnt Onion Productions lead the nominations list with 29 and 22 nominations, respectively.  Other nominees include Thembinkosi Mthembu, Nomzamo Mbatha, Bianca Amato, Clement Maosa, Je-ani Swiegelaar, Eugene Olof, Renate Stuurman, Tinah Mnumzana, Siyabonga Raymond Sepotokele, Mmabatho Mogomotsi, Vusi Kunene, and many others.  Additionally, posthumous nominations were awarded to Mpho Sebeng and Connie Chiume, to acknowledge their contributions to the South African film industry.  Created in 2006, the South African Film and Television Awards is an annual South African […]

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THE AFRICAN TRIBE WITH A UNIQUE CULTURE

Africa is a continent made up of 54 countries and diverse tribes and cultures. Africans are known for preserving and celebrating their indigenous cultures and some of these celebrations attract tourists from other countries and continents. One of these unique celebrations is the annual Reed dance (Mkhosi Umhlanga) practiced by the people of Zulu descent in South Africa. The Zulu people are the largest ethnic group and nation in South Africa. It is a nation of Nguni-speaking people in KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa. The reed dance is a centuries-old cultural celebration that takes place in September yearly. It takes place at the start of spring, at the Enyokeni Palace in Nongoma, Zululand. During the celebration, girls from all over the country arrive at the venue and it is estimated that more than 25,000 Zulu virgins gather at the King’s Enyokeni […]

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Former South African footballer killed in crash

Anele Ngcongca, a former South African defender who played for the host team at the 2010 World Cup died in a car crash yesterday. He was 33 years old. The South African government said Ngcongca died in the crash in the Kwazulu-Natal province. South African media reports said he was a passenger in the car and the driver, a woman, was in the hospital in critical condition. She was not identified. Ngcongca played for South Africa from 2009 to 2016. He made 53 appearances for Bafana Bafana and was a member of the team when South Africa hosted the 2010 World Cup. He played in Europe from 2007 to 2016, winning a league title and the Belgian Cup twice with Racing Genk. https://twitter.com/Masandawana/status/1330817063787646976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1330817063787646976%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.africanews.com%2F2020%2F11%2F23%2Fex-bafana-bafana-star-killed-in-crash%2F In 2015, he joined Troyes AC in France on a season-long loan. Ngcongca's current club, Mamelodi Sundowns, offered condolences to his […]

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South African President Eager to Boost US-Africa ties

South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa and US President-elect Joe Biden are eager to boost relations between America and the African continent, the presidency said after a phone call between the two leaders. Ramaphosa, who is also the current chairman of the African Union, “is hopeful of a strong partnership between the United States and the African continent in promoting peace and stability in international relations and advancing multilateralism,” his office said in a statement after the call late Tuesday. Detroit, Michigan, U.S. - JOE BIDEN and KAMALA HARRIS “Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris have identified Africa as a major player in international affairs and in the advancement of multilateralism,” it said. Many African leaders look forward to a more pleasant relation with the newly elected US President. Trump, still president until January, did not make a good impression on Africans […]

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