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Donald Trump plans to implement 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to the US, including from Canada and Mexico. Sky’s Ed Conway examines the impact on other major US trade partners.
Pupils in Bukavu return to school after M23 fighters’ threat. Eastern DR Congo calm as regional powers call for ceasefire. Rwanda-backed M23 rebels seize territory in mineral-rich region, displacing thousands. Front line calm after intense fighting near Bukavu. M23 advances in South Kivu after taking control of Goma. Regional powers appeal for peace amid fears of wider conflict.
South Africans eagerly await the annual Budget Speech by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, which outlines government spending plans affecting daily life, from bread prices to job availability. The speech details revenue sources, spending areas like education and healthcare, and new government investments. It has wide-ranging impacts on petrol prices and social grants.
The Paris AI Action Summit, held on February 10, 2025, focuses on public interest AI, jobs, investment, ethics, and regulation. It marks the third major international gathering on artificial intelligence, emphasizing moving from safety discussions to concrete actions. World leaders, tech CEOs, and civil society representatives attended. The summit aims to drive AI implementation.
South Africa has a trade surplus of R36 billion with the US and a deficit of R5 billion with Russia, Iran, and Palestine. Economists advise considering this when dealing with the US. President Trump signed an order criticizing South Africa’s Expropriation Act and its foreign policy. US politicians claim South Africa is aligning with Russia, Iran, and Palestine against US interests.
DA challenges new land seizure law allowing government to take private land without compensation, leading to row with President Trump. ANC-led government defends law & accuses Trump of misinformation. DA calls law unconstitutional, criticises President Ramaphosa for signing it. Land ownership remains a contentious issue, with most farmland still owned by white people post-apartheid.
Sanral will raise toll fees by 4.84% starting March 1, 2025. N1 tolls for light vehicles will range from R7.20 to R108, and N3 tolls will be between R20 and R347. This increase is lower than last year’s 6.25%. Sanral’s GM, Vusi Mona, stated that the revenue is crucial for road maintenance, operations, improvements, and debt repayment.
MK party president Jacob Zuma supports secretary general Floyd Shivambu despite calls for his removal. Party head of presidency Magasela Mzobe stated that Zuma has full confidence in Shivambu and has no intention of removing him. Calls for removal came from some regions citing performance and behavior issues. Zuma’s daughter, Duduzile Sambudla-Zuma, rumored to support removing Shivambu.
In a one-day international in Lahore, South Africa’s Breetzke scored 150 on his debut, but New Zealand chased down the target of 305 to win by six wickets. Williamson’s 133* and Conway’s 97 led New Zealand to victory. Breetzke’s innings was notable, but New Zealand emerged victorious in the tri-series match.
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi confirms resignation from EFF after suspension amid speculation of joining uMkhonto Wesizwe party. Denies plans to join Jacob Zuma’s outfit. Once a prominent party leader, Ndlozi’s political journey takes a strange turn. Read more: Julius Malema secures third term as EFF president amidst uncertainty.
