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Janusz Walus, who murdered SACP leader Chris Hani in 1993, expressed no remorse in an eNCA interview. He described the killing as necessary to prevent a takeover, stating he would do it again if circumstances were the same.
The author reflects on criticizing the ANC’s legislative ideas, acknowledging differing viewpoints. South Africa’s liberal community sometimes accuses the author of being unpatriotic. The author supports the idea that wealthier South Africans should not obstruct initiatives to help the poor for the country’s future.
The M23 rebel group seizes control of Goma, a key city in the DRC, dealing a significant blow to the Congolese army. The conflict, backed by Rwanda, has led to gunfire and mass displacement of residents. M23 aims to control mineral mines in the region.
Minister Ramokgopa reassures South Africans of no 36% electricity tariff hike this year. He emphasizes the need to review the energy mix to reduce electricity production costs. Businesspeople at the WEF also criticize high electricity costs, affecting competitiveness. Ramokgopa aims to make electricity affordable for all, citing unsustainable tariff increases.
Fierce fighting continues in Goma, DRC, as rebels and army clash. M23 rebels claim control of the city, but authorities dispute. Residents trapped in homes report gunshots and fear. Videos show rebels patrolling streets. Clashes between army and rebels reported. UN-sponsored Radio Okapi confirms rebels control state broadcaster. Residents express terror and concern.
Five civilians were killed and 25 wounded in clashes near the Rwandan border town of Gisenyi, close to Goma in eastern DR Congo. Rwanda’s army reported the casualties, with ongoing reports of fighting along the border. International observers are calling for a halt to hostilities as the humanitarian crisis worsens.
Coligny, an agricultural town in North West, faces severe water, electricity, and sanitation issues, impacting residents’ daily lives. Originally named Treurfontein, the town was renamed in 1923 to honor Huguenot leader Gaspard de Coligny. Despite being a significant maize farming area, the town struggles with service delivery, similar to neighboring towns like Lichtenburg.
Government to provide R1 billion bailout for ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) following closure of Longs Steel business. AMSA cites high costs and logistics issues for shutdown, impacting 3,500 jobs. Concerns raised over potential job losses in steel sector, affecting economy’s competitiveness. Government working on rescue package for AMSA’s steel mills.
Illegal miners missing after Vala Umgodi Operations in Stilfontein, North West. 278 rescued, 87 bodies retrieved, more bodies believed to be underground. Families still hopeful for missing loved ones. Community leader says bodies scattered in Shaft 10, identification process complicated.
Hani’s assassin, Waluś, claimed in an eNCA interview that the shooting was a necessary political act, denying a wider conspiracy. He implicated military intelligence in destabilizing the political landscape during negotiations between the apartheid government and the ANC. The assassination of South African Communist Party leader Chris Hani occurred on 10 April 1993.
