Rob Hersov has explained why the United States’ punishment of South Africa – via tariffs – is ‘well deserved’ and says ‘there’s more to come’.

The US government has a list of over 40 SA politicians and radical ideologues – each of them under consideration for targeted sanctions.

Officials in the US Congress have introduced a bill to sanction senior SA government and ANC officials who support their “adversaries”.

Parliament has voted to adopt the 2025 Fiscal Framework and Revenue Proposals, following a debate in the house.

Recently, there has been a deterioration in relations between US President Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended warm wishes to the Muslim community as they prepare to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr.

Ramaphosa announced the National Water Resource Infrastructure Agency, set to be operational by 2026, to tackle South Africa’s water crisis.

AfriForum claims that the President’s refusal to publicly condemn the struggle chant signals his approval of calls for violence.

Ramaphosa stresses urgent need for reforms and announces major water infrastructure projects to tackle South Africa’s worsening water crisis.

Motsoaledi plans to withdraw cannabis and hemp food regulations for further consultation, addressing concerns over unregulated imports.

The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation confirmed Minister Ronald Lamola met with Ebrahim Rasool after his US return.

Former DA leader Tony Leon and former ANC MP Lindiwe Sisulu have emerged as the leading candidates as SA’s next ambassador to the US.

Political analyst Moeletsi Mbeki has given his thoughts on why Cyril Ramaphosa has failed to take harsh steps on ANC leaders.

The Cape Independence wrote to President Cyril Ramaphosa to inform them of their intention to send a delegation to the US.

Expelled SA ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, will be asked to give President Cyril Ramaphosa a ‘full report’ upon his return.

Pretoria considers improving its relationship with the United States a “priority”, after Washington expelled SA ambassador Ebrahim Rasool.

The Presidency has noted the regrettable expulsion of South Africa’s Ambassador to the United States of America, Ebrahim Rasool.

Watch the full version of the “Ramaphosa mourns victims of R21 bus crash” in a minute.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to world-renowned actor, novelist and playwright Athol Fugard who passed away in Stellenbosch.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured residents of Johannesburg that government is determined to resolve the challenges facing the city.

Watch the full version of the “Lesufi apologises to Ramaphosa over crumbling state of Johannesburg” in a minute.

After Cyril Ramaphosa voiced concerns about Johannesburg’s condition, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis urged him to relocate the G20 Summit.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the economic success of Gauteng province is crucial to the overall success of the country.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says he has apologised to President Cyril Ramaphosa over the state of Johannesburg.

President Cyril Ramaphosa shared his experience joining students en route to university via public transportation.

After a false-start last month, the revised budget has been given the green light to be presented on Wednesday, 19 March.

President Cyril Ramaphosa said that South Africa wants to find agreement with the new US government on diplomatic, trade and other issues.

Cabinet claims the postponement of the National Budget was a result of efforts by it to collectively address the nation’s funding challenges.

South Africa wants to find agreement with the new US government on diplomatic, trade and other issues, President Cyril Ramaphosa said.

Ramaphosa insists that only South Africa can solve South African problems.

The erosion of multilateralism threatens global growth and stability, President Cyril Ramaphosa warned at a G20 meeting in South Africa.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that he will soon host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in South Africa for a State Visit.

Watch the full version of the ‘Cyril Ramaphosa promises a budget that ‘works for all’’ in a minute.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured the nation that cabinet’s continuing deliberations on the 2025 Budget will protect vulnerable citizens.

President Cyril Ramaphosa can be seen charming the ladies with a Valentine’s rose.

The Presidency has rejected AfriForum’s request for a meeting, accusing the group of spreading misinformation internationally regarding SA’s political and social issues.

SA has condemned as “propaganda” claims by Donald Trump that a new law would enable Pretoria to expropriate land from white farmers.

The SA government is committed to finding diplomatic solutions to any misunderstandings arising from the Expropriation Act.

Elon Musk has asked why SA president Cyril Ramaphosa allowed EFF leader Julius Malema to call for the genocide of white people in the country.

Donald Trump has frozen US aid to South Africa, citing a law in the country that he alleges allows land to be seized from white farmers

Like many citizens, Elon Musk’s father Errol believes that South Africa is the ‘best place country to live in’…

President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived at the Cape Town City Hall with a beautiful young woman ahead of his SONA address. Who is she?

President Ramaphosa’s 2025 State of the Nation Address highlighted South Africa’s progress, global ties, and key challenges ahead.

President Cyril Ramaphosa used his State of the Nation Address to reaffirm the country’s resilience and determination to overcome challenges.

Watch the full version of the ‘SONA 2025: South Africa ‘will not be bullied’, says Ramaphosa’ in a minute.

Ramaphosa’s speech was as much about South Africa’s independence on the world stage as it was about the country’s domestic challenges.

President Cyril Ramaphosa – and the rest of South Africa – were tickled pink after SONA Imbongi Inako Mateza referred to him as ‘Cupcake’.

President Cyril Ramaphosa held the 2025 State of the Nation Address in Cape Town on Thursday evening.

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered his eighth State of the Nation Address, and the first of his second term as head of state.

Watch the full version of the ‘SONA 2025: All eyes on President Cyril Ramaphosa’ in a minute.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will outline the roadmap for the country for the year ahead in his State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Attendees can expect fine weather conditions as President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday.

It’s been confirmed that former presidents Thabo Mbeki, Kgalema Motlanthe and Jacob Zuma will attend Thursday’s State of the Nation Address.

Nearly 2 000 guests from various sectors are expected to flock to Cape Town to attend Thursday’s State of the Nation Address (SONA).

Members of Parliament and the nearly 2 000 guests attending Thursday’s SONA have been encouraged to support local designers.

South Africa is courting investment from Elon Musk after he accused the government of his birth country of racist laws.

The EFF has also warned that the call with Elon Musk could set a dangerous precedent, comparing it to the state capture scandal.

South African businessman and entrepreneur Rob Hersov has a bold message for all South Africans: It’s time to take action!

President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed to continue providing support to the DRC despite calls to withdraw troops following the death of 14 soldiers.

The South African government is “looking forward to engaging” with US President Donald Trump’s administration on bilateral relations.

Cyril Ramaphosa denies ‘confiscating land’ after Donald Trump announced that he was cutting off aid in South Africa.

Pretoria-born Elon Musk has publicly criticised SA President Cyril Ramaphosa for promoting ‘openly racist’ legislature.

Watch the full version of the ‘Cyril Ramaphosa calls on South Africans to rally behind SANDF troops in DRC’ in a minute.

Rwanda’s Paul Kagame says South Africa is not a welcomed peacemaker or mediator in the Democratic Republic of the Congo conflict.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has addressed growing speculation about the conditions faced by South African troops deployed in the DRC.

Families of victims of apartheid-era crimes are suing the government over a ‘gross failure’ to probe and prosecute perpetrators.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended the matric Class of 2024 for their exceptional – and record – achievements.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent Professor Sydney Mufamadi as a special envoy to engage all relevant stakeholders.

South African president Cyril Ramaphosa earns a whopping salary. Here’s how much he takes home every month.

There’s been a misunderstanding regarding Cyril Ramaphosa’s remarks over changes to the visa application process for Nigerian nationals.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced changes to the National Executive – with immediate effect. Take a look …

More than 1 000 spaza shops have been closed since measures to prevent further incidents of foodborne illnesses were implemented.

Athletes who represented South Africa at the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games will be celebrated at an event on Friday.

In his recent address, Ramaphosa ordered the immediate closure of spaza shops, implicated in the deaths of children and their arrests.

Spaza shop owners have 21 days to register their businesses within their municipalities, or they will be closed.

Better than Jacob Zuma? President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Zulu dance moves take the internet by storm.

United States President-Elect Donald Trump is the first person in more than a century to win a non-consecutive second term.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is on track “towards a public transport system that is safer, efficient and more affordable”.

South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa said he considered Moscow a “valued ally” during talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished well over 800 000 candidates that will sit for the 2024 matric exams beginning on Monday.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says former finance minister Tito Mboweni had a sharp focus on fiscal discipline and economic transformation.

Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, is currently serving as the Acting President of South Africa.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is currently on a working visit to the Kingdom of Lesotho at the invitation of His Majesty King Letsie III.

President Cyril Ramaphosa met with South African-born American billionaire Elon Musk in New York ahead of his UN address.

President Cyril Ramaphosa met with South Africa-born tech billionaire Elon Musk in New York behind closed doors on Monday.

Julius Malema says Cyril Ramaphosa should have fired Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube for not turning up to the bill-signing ceremony.

A policy statement by President Cyril Ramaphosa has resulted in the formation of a new state-owned petroleum company.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has met with Business Unity South Africa to discuss matters related to the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that Pravin Gordhan will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral on Thursday, 19 September.

Pravin Gordhan first entered Cabinet in 2009, when he was appointed minister of finance by then-president Jacob Zuma.

Paul Mashatile wants to become ANC president in 2027 but the position will not guarantee the title ‘head of state’.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will host a dinner with all the leaders of parties that are signatory to the Government of National Unity (GNU). 

Cyril Ramaphosa tells Annika Larsen that he is unfazed about relinquishing the ANC presidency, saying a life of smoothies and jazz awaits him.

Seems there is no truth to rumours that Malema wanted to be deputy president, as Ramaphosa says he didn’t receive a call from the EFF leader.

South Africa’s new ‘two-pot’ retirement system will come into effect this weekend on Sunday, 1 September 2024.

Mzwanele Manyi wants Cyril Ramaphosa to stop referring to John Hlophe as ‘judge’. Hlophe was impeached in March and lost the title.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of maths and science education innovator, William Smith.

Justice Raymond Zondo is bidding farewell to the ConCourt after serving for 12 years at the highest court in South Africa.

Cyril Ramaphosa was scheduled to speak to the media about a range of issues, for the first time since he formed the multi-party Cabinet.

Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Angie Motshekga, has been appointed as South Africa’s Acting President.