Category: African Politics
EFF Unveils New Leadership Lineup Amid Controversy
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has announced its new leadership lineup, with Julius Malema at the helm as President. Malema is joined by Godrich Gardee as Deputy President, Nontando Nolutshungu as National Chairperson, Omphile Maotwe as Treasurer General, Marshall Dlamini as Secretary-General, and Leigh-Ann Mathys as Deputy Secretary General. However, not everyone is pleased with…
Ramaphosa to Make Final Announcement on BELA Act: What’s Next for South Africa’s Education Sector?
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to make a final announcement on the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act soon. The BELA Act has been a topic of discussion in South African politics since its passing by Parliament on October 26, 2023, and its assent by the President on September 13, 2024. The BELA Act aims…
Digging Deeper: The Dire impact of illegal Gold Mining on Ghana
The African continent, boasting an impressive 30% of the world’s mineral reserves and 40% of the world’s gold reserves, is plagued by a scourge of illegal mining. The Democratic Republic of Congo solely accounts for an impressive 75% of global cobalt production, the blood from these reservoirs of wealth continues to power our lives, yet…