President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocate Andy Mothibi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions, effective next month, amid a broader leadership reshuffle at the NPA. Picture Credit: Polity.org.za By Aisha Zardad South Africa — President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocate Jan Lekgoa “Andy” Mothibi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP),…
South Africa has pushed back strongly against US criticism, insisting its foreign policy decisions remain a sovereign matter. Picture Credit: Apostille Legalisation By Aisha Zardad South Africa — Diplomatic tensions between South Africa and the United States have escalated following strong criticism from South African political leaders, who accuse Washington of interfering in the country’s…
South Africa has yet to appoint a new ambassador to the United States months after the expulsion of its former envoy, highlighting ongoing diplomatic uncertainty. Picture Credit: Shutterstock By Aisha Zardad South Africa — South Africa continues to await the appointment of a new ambassador to the United States, months after the high-profile expulsion of…
Home Affairs has extended operating hours at selected offices nationwide, offering more time to apply for or collect smart IDs and passports as demand continues to rise. Picture Credit: Digital Economy Mag By Aisha Zardad South Africa – South Africans who still need to apply for a smart ID card or passport have received a…