Viva Magenta! What Pantone’s colour of the year tells us about 2023 The design company calls it an empowering shade that drives innovation – and its storied history suggests it might be right The Guardian - UK · Dec 2, 2022
South Africa’s Farmgate scandal: what is it and why does it matter? With Cyril Ramaphosa under pressure, we look at what the scandal could mean for the country The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2022
South Africa's Ramaphosa has all options over panel report - spokesman South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has "all options on the table" regarding a report by a panel of experts that found preliminary evidence that he may have violated the consitution and committed misconduct, Ramaphosa's spokesman said on Thursday. Reuters · Dec 1, 2022
Explainer-The Phala Phala farmgate scandal hanging over South Africa's Ramaphosa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been under mounting pressure since an inquiry found evidence he may have committed serious misconduct in relation to a large amount of cash stolen from his game farm. Reuters · Dec 1, 2022
Quotes- Reaction to expert panel report on South Africa's Ramaphosa Cyril Ramaphosa's future as South African president was in question on Thursday, a day after a panel report found preliminary evidence he may have committed serious misconduct. The president has denied any wrongdoing. Reuters · Dec 1, 2022
South Africa's Ramaphosa: from activist to businessman to wounded president President Cyril Ramaphosa, the anti-apartheid champion who become one of South Africa's wealthiest businessmen and then its most powerful politician, was battling for his political survival on Thursday. Reuters · Dec 1, 2022
Cyril Ramaphosa: South African president faces threat of impeachment over farm scandal A report has found preliminary evidence he may have violated his oath of office after millions of dollars were allegedly stolen from his private farm Evening Standard · Dec 1, 2022
South Africa's President Ramaphosa could be impeached - 3 essential reads on the Phala Phala scandal South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has an impeachment case to answer. This was the finding of the independent parliamentary panel probing the scandal over the theft of thousands of US dollars stashed illegally on his farm, Phala Phala. The three person panel, headed by former chief justice Sandile Ngcobo, found… The Conversation · Dec 1, 2022
More calls for South Africa leader to quit over theft probe South African president Cyril Ramaphosa is facing calls to step down after a parliamentary probe found he may have breached the country’s anti-corruption laws in connection with the alleged theft of a large amount of money from his Phala Phala game farm The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2022
Ramaphosa delays parliament appearance over ‘Farmgate’ corruption scandal South Africa’s political crisis deepens after panel says president should face scrutiny over ability to stay in office The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2022
S.African foreign minister: panel report on Ramaphosa 'troubling moment' A panel report that found preliminary evidence that President Cyril Ramaphosa may have violated his oath of office is a "troubling moment" for the government and governing party, South Africa's foreign minister Naledi Pandor said in an interview at the Reuters NEXT conference. Reuters · Dec 1, 2022
Ramaphosa's future in balance over South Africa 'farmgate' scandal Cyril Ramaphosa's future as South African president hung in the balance on Thursday, as his office said he was exploring options after a report found evidence he may have committed misconduct over a stash of cash stolen from his game farm. Reuters · Dec 1, 2022
South Africa president in peril as panel sees case for his impeachment An advisory panel established by South Africa’s parliament found there are grounds for lawmakers to investigate President Cyril Ramaphosa in connection with a scandal over a robbery at his game farm, a finding that could ultimately cost him his job. Tribune News Service · Dec 1, 2022
South Africa panel files report on Ramaphosa farm scandal Inquiry looked into whether the president should face impeachment for alleged cover-up of theft of $4m at his game farm. Al Jazeera · Nov 30, 2022
Reuters · Nov 30, 2022 Report finds South Africa's Ramaphosa violated oath of office An independent panel appointed by the speaker of South Africa's parliament on Wednesday found preliminary evidence that President Cyril Ramaphosa violated his oath of office, findings that could lead to his eventual impeachment.
The Conversation · Nov 30, 2022 South Africa's intelligence watchdog is failing civil society. How to restore its credibility In October, South African president Cyril Ramaphosa and his cabinet committed to a range of reforms to the country’s intelligence services. He based these reforms on recommendations made by the judicial commission of inquiry into state capture.
The Conversation · Nov 25, 2022 How to impeach a president: Ramaphosa case puts new rules to the test in South Africa South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa faces possible impeachment in the country’s parliament over the illegal stashing of thousands of US dollars at his farm in 2020. This is not the first time there’s been a threat of impeachment of a president in post-democratic South Africa. His scandal-prone predecessor, Jacob Zuma,…
Daily Mirror · Nov 24, 2022 Kate's quiet tribute to Diana as she wears jewellery Princess left for Prince William In a 'letter of wishes' to accompany her will, Princess Diana stated 75% of her belongings were to go to her sons Prince William and Prince Harry - and the rest to godchildren
Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2022 Watch: South African president recalls Queen Elizabeth II’s ‘wonderful’ relationship with Nelson Mandela South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II's "wonderful" relationship with Nelson Mandela in a speech at the conclusion of his state visit to the UK. Mr Ramaphosa said he was pleased the King had honoured his mother's invitation to him, adding: "We honour her, and we…
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 Sunak and Ramaphosa agree need for ‘next level’ UK-South Africa links The South African president was in Downing Street as part of his state visit to the UK, the first by a foreign dignitary in the reign of the King.
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 Sunak hosts Ramaphosa at No 10 to deepen UK-South Africa ties South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was making the first state visit of the King’s reign.
France 24 · Nov 23, 2022 Oxfam France warns of worsening humanitarian situation in Mali Humanitarian groups are warning that the situation in Mali risks deteriorating rapidly after Bamako announced a ban on NGOs financed by France. The move came in response to France's decision to cut off public funding to Mali because of its alleged involvement with the Russian paramilitary group Wagner. Also in…
Reuters · Nov 23, 2022 Britain and South Africa agree health partnership on second day of state visit Britain and South Africa on Wednesday announced a new health and science partnership to mark the second day of President Cyril Ramaphosa's state visit to London, the first such official guest hosted by Britain's King Charles.
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 UK and South Africa to strengthen health and climate partnership The two nations signed an agreement during South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s state visit to the UK.
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 Cabinet minister defends lavish state banquet at time of austerity Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride said the state visit by Cyril Ramaphosa will help boost links with South Africa.