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Top Sport Belongs to Gaza United As They Take Charge in ABC Motsepe League Stream B
14Apr By News SANo Comments
Sports

Top Sport Belongs to Gaza United As They Take Charge in ABC Motsepe League Stream B

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Gaza United FC are setting the pace in the ABC Motsepe League Northern Cape Stream B, sitting at the top of the table with 42 points after 19 matches. With 13 wins, three draws, and only three losses, Gaza United have shown consistency and control throughout the season. Their solid defence, conceding just 15 goals, combined with 38 goals scored, has made them the team to beat. Chasing Pack Staying Close Right behind them are Jacksa Spears FC with 40 points from 18 games. They remain within touching distance and are keeping the pressure firmly on the log leaders. Pearls United FC are also in the mix with 39 points, making it a tight three-horse race at the top. Their defensive strength, conceding only 12 goals, has been...
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“Germany’s Curtailment of Free Expression Signals Wider Suppression of Dissenting Voices in West”
16Dec By News SANo Comments
International

“Germany’s Curtailment of Free Expression Signals Wider Suppression of Dissenting Voices in West”

By Thobile Jiwulane: German Flag (Image: Pexels) The West’s frequent claims of championing freedom of expression as a cornerstone of its self-styled democratic model increasingly ring hollow, as some political leaders fail to embody the very democratic practices they advocate to others. An analysis of court practice indicates that over the past two years, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has filed more than 30 lawsuits seeking protection of honour and dignity – a figure that significantly exceeds the average among senior German politicians. Of particular concern is not only the volume of these legal actions, but their substance: many of the cases were brought not against demonstrably false statements or outright defamation, but against critical reporting, satire an...
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BIG CALL: UN Chief Guterres calls for Africa to be represented with a permanent member at the Security Council
24Nov By News SANo Comments
International

BIG CALL: UN Chief Guterres calls for Africa to be represented with a permanent member at the Security Council

By Thobile Jiwulane: An emblem for the South Africa-hosted G20 Summit outside the summit venue, Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg. (Image: By Thobile Jiwulane) United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres says Africa must be given a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council and be represented on the boards of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank and other global bodies Guterres, who was delivering opening remarks to the Media at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday, repeatedly expressed concern that Africa is not represented in these bodies and is inadequately represented in other global bodies.  To give Africa and others a voice “Africa must have a fair seat in every forum where decisions are made – from th...
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JUSTICE MUST PREVAIL: UDM applauds Flotilla Mission and reaffirms support for the ICJ process 
13Oct By News SANo Comments
Politics

JUSTICE MUST PREVAIL: UDM applauds Flotilla Mission and reaffirms support for the ICJ process 

By Becker Semela: Free Palestine protests (Image: Muhammed Jamil Latrach, Unsplash) The United Democratic Movement (UDM) has welcomed the safe return of the six South African activists who were detained by Israeli forces after joining the Global Sumud Flotilla on a humanitarian mission to Gaza. The party commended Nkosi Mandla Mandela, Zukiswa Warner, Carolyn Shelver, Zaheera Soomar, Dr Fatima Hendricks and Reaz Moola for their bravery and their continued solidarity with the people of Palestine. Humiliated at gunpoint The UDM Deputy President,Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, said the safe return of these South Africans is a relief to their families and to everyone who values human rights, compassion and justice. However, he added that their ordeal should disturb the conscienc...
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