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South Africa’s Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said that the Department cannot account for how many undocumented migrants are in the country.
Motsoaledi made the remarks on Sunday while briefing the media on the White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration, and Refugee Protection.
He said that the Department of Home Affairs, along with Statistics South Africa cannot fully account for how many foreigners are in the country. Motsoaledi was quoted by <a href="https://ewn.co.za/2023/11/12/no-mechanism-of-knowing-how-many-undocumented-migrants-are-in-sa-motsoaledi">EWN</a> as saying:
<blockquote>
South Africa today is a great place to live, even though some South Africans don’t believe this. No one can account for all the undocumented migrants.
The Department of Home Affairs has no idea as to how many illegal migrants are in South Africa here… because there is no mechanism of knowing.
</blockquote>
Earlier last week, the South African cabinet approved the publication of the White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration, and Refugee Protection for public comment.
Motsoaledi also said the establishment of the Border Management Authority (BMA) was not to prevent people from coming into the country. He said:
<blockquote>
People like to misconstrue facts that we established the BMA to stop people from coming into South Africa.
We’re not doing anything of that sort. All we’re doing is that people must come into the country illegally.
All we are doing is, people must come into the country legally. Our problem here is illegality.
The Border Management Authority Act must be reviewed so that we align it with the Immigration, Citizenship Act as a new policy framework, because they were all passed differently at different times, without referral to each other.
</blockquote>
In 2022, the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (Zimstat) said that there were 773 246 Zimbabweans in South Africa of which 461 293 were men and 311 953 women.
However, <a href="https://africacheck.org/fact-checks/reports/millions-zimbabweans-living-south-africa-data-doesnt-back-claim">in 2019, Lindiwe Zulu</a>, a member of South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC), claimed that there were “millions of Zimbabweans living in South Africa”.
Last week, South Africa’s Statistician-General, Risenga Maluleke, <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/2023/11/11/shona-is-one-of-the-emerging-languages-in-south-africa-statistician-general-maluleke/">revealed that Shona, a language spoken by the majority of Zimbabweans, has emerged as a new language</a> in Limpopo Province.
Presenting the 2022 Census Report to Premier Stanley Mathabatha in Polokwane, Risenga revealed that Shona is spoken in over 28 000 households in the province.
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South African Government "Has No Idea" How Many Illegal Migrants Are In SA - Minister Motsoaledi

President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has declared 15 December 2023 a public holiday to celebrate the country’s Springboks’ victory at the 2023 Rugby World Cup at the weekend.
On Saturday night, the Boks beat former world champions New Zealand (also known as the All Blacks) 12-11 to lift their fourth World Cup.
Addressing the nation on Monday, Ramaphosa said he will not be able to declare a public holiday now in order to allow Matric students to write their exams. He said:
<blockquote>
I know that many of us want us to have a holiday now to celebrate. But we should all agree that we should give our matriculants time to focus on their exams and celebrate afterwards.
In celebration of the Springboks’ momentous achievement and the achievements of all our other sportsmen and women – and as a tribute to the resolve of our united nation – I am declaring Friday the 15th of December 2023 as a public holiday.
We declare this to be a day of hope, a day of celebration and unity. Our sportsmen and women have shown us what is possible. We will succeed and we will ensure that we leave no one behind.
</blockquote>
South Africa became the first nation to win four Rugby World Cup titles on Saturday, 28 October 2023.
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South Africa Declares 15 December A Public Holiday To Celebrate Rugby World Cup Victory

A 36-year-old Zimbabwean man was allegedly stabbed to death with a sharp object in the street in South Africa on Monday.
The murder occurred on a street at Lepakeng, in Seshego, outside Polokwane.
<a href="https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/zimbabwean-man-brutally-murdered-in-limpopo-stabbed-and-left-bleeding-on-the-street-427ce56b-599b-43d0-ac2a-745e94a989e5">IOL</a> quoted Limpopo provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, as saying:
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It is alleged that one of the residents was walking along the street at Lepakeng next to a tavern when she heard someone screaming for assistance and went closer to investigate.
The woman found one male lying on the street bleeding, with a stab wound on the upper body and she immediately summoned the police and members of the emergency medical services (EMS).
</blockquote>
Ledwaba said the police and the EMS “quickly responded” but upon their arrival, the stabbing victim was certified dead at the scene. Said Ledwaba:
<blockquote>
Preliminary investigations indicated that the deceased was renting a room in the area at the time of his untimely death.
Police have subsequently started a manhunt of the unknown suspects, and the location of the friends and relatives of the deceased.
</blockquote>
The police appealed to anyone with information that can assist with the case or in tracing the family of the deceased to contact the police, Crime Stop at 086-001-0111, their nearest police station or the My SAPS App.
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Zimbabwean Man (36) Brutally Murdered In Limpopo, South Africa

South African opposition politician Gayton Mackenzie has urged the Department of Home Affairs to deal with Zimbabweans resident in that country who will protest against the results of Zimbabwe’s Harmonised Elections.
Mackenzie, who is the leader of the Patriot Alliance (PA), said the Department of Home Affairs should deport all Zimbabwean nationals in South Africa who have vowed to march to their embassy to protest against election results from the 23 August Harmonised Elections. He said:
<blockquote>
Home Affairs should stand ready at the Zimbabwean Embassy to deport the whole lot.
</blockquote>
Reports indicate that scores of unhappy Zimbabweans in SA were planning to march to their embassy in Pretoria in protest of the election results.
The general feeling is that the elections were rigged, unfair, and unequally conducted.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa was declared the winner of the presidential race and his ZANU PF party won the majority of seats in the National Assembly.
Mackenzie said Zimbabwean nationals who chose to protest in South Africa against Mnangagwa and ZANU PF are “cowards”. He said:
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Witchcraft of the highest order, cowards.
</blockquote>
Mnangagwa won the election by 52.6% of the votes, slightly beating CCC leader Nelson Chamisa, who received 44% of the votes.
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SA Opposition Leader, Gayton Mackenzie, Labels Zimbabwean Nationals "Cowards"

The South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, has congratulated Zimbabwe for successfully holding general elections “under a difficult economic environment”.
In a statement, Ramaphosa said he has taken note of preliminary pronouncements by various election observer missions, and urged Zimbabweans to work together for peace and development. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
The Republic of South Africa congratulates the government and the people of The Republic of Zimbabwe for organizing and holding the harmonised elections to elect the President, National Assembly and Local government representatives, which took place on 23 and 24 August 2023.
South Africa is conscious that these elections took place under a difficult economic environment due to the burdening sanctions that the people of Zimbabwe continue to unjustly endure.
Furthermore, South Africa has taken note of the preliminary pronouncements by the invited International Observers Missions including the African Union (AU) and the South African Development Community (SEOM) Observer Missions.
South Africa calls on all the parties in Zimbabwe to work in unison in sustaining peace and work towards development and shared prosperity in the country.
</blockquote>
The President Of Namibia, Hage Geingob, and the President of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, have both congratulated President Emmerson Mnangagwa after he was declared the winner in the 23 August elections.
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South Africa Congratulates Zimbabwe For Successfully Holding Elections

During the XV BRICS Summit held in Johannesburg, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the BRICS bloc, consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has made the decision to extend invitations to six countries to join the bloc as new members. These countries are Argentina, Egypt, Iran, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. This expansion of the BRICS organization is part of its strategic plan for growth.
At the summit, the BRICS leaders adopted the Johannesburg II Declaration, which outlines their shared vision and commitments. Effective January 2024, Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates have been formally admitted as members of the BRICS bloc.
The topic of expanding the BRICS bloc has been a prominent issue on the summit’s agenda, with discussions held over the course of the three-day event in Johannesburg. While all BRICS members have expressed public support for the expansion, differences among the leaders have arisen regarding the extent and pace of the enlargement process.
In June of this year, President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced that Zimbabwe had submitted a request to join the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB) and anticipated receiving support from Russia. The President made this statement during a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, Russia, as part of his attendance at the second Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum. The NDB, established in 2015 by the BRICS countries serves as a multilateral financial institution aimed at financing infrastructure and sustainable development projects in BRICS nations, as well as other emerging market economies and developing countries.
This is happening when Zimbabwe’s access to credit has significantly reduced in the past twenty years, leaving the country with limited financial flexibility. International financial institutions such as the IMF and the World Bank, which are part of the Breton Woods institutions, halted lending to Zimbabwe in the early 2000s due to its substantial debt. Despite Zimbabwe’s repayment to the IMF, the institution declined to provide further financial assistance, stating that the country still had outstanding debts with other financial institutions. As a result, Zimbabwe’s options for obtaining credit have been severely constrained, putting significant pressure on its fiscal capabilities.
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BRICS Add 6 More Countries To The Bloc

The South African government has agreed to execute the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant against Russian President Vladimir Putin if he ever sets foot in the country. The Department of Justice has also agreed to pay the costs of the legal application launched by the DA to compel the government to arrest Putin if he were to attend the BRICS summit in Johannesburg.
This decision comes after the government announced that Putin would not physically attend the summit and would participate virtually. The Presidency’s statement confirmed that by mutual agreement, Putin would not attend and that the Russian Federation will be represented by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Reads the Presidency’s statement:
<blockquote>
By mutual agreement, President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation will not attend the summit but the Russian Federation will be represented by Foreign Minister Mr Sergey Lavrov.
</blockquote>
The International Criminal Court issued a warrant of arrest for Putin for alleged war crimes in his invasion of Ukraine. By law, South Africa would have had to arrest him if he entered the country.
The Democratic Alliance (DA), a South African political party, went to the Gauteng High Court to force the government to commit to arresting Putin. As a result, the government has agreed to execute the ICC arrest warrant against Putin if he ever sets foot in South Africa.
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South Africa Agrees To Execute ICC Warrant Of Arrest Against Putin

Twenty-four (24) people died of suspected gas inhalation at the Angelo informal settlement in Boksburg, South Africa on Wednesday night.
<a href="https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-07-05-breaking-over-a-dozen-dead-from-suspected-gas-inhalation-at-angelo-informal-settlement-in-boksburg/">TimesLIVE</a> reported that nitrate oxide was believed to have leaked from a gas cylinder used by illegal miners who operate from a shack in the informal settlement.
Ekurhuleni EMS spokesperson William Ntladi said officials were still searching for more bodies at the scene. He said:
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The search and recovery team is searching the shacks in and around the area where the cylinder was to verify if there are other casualties.
</blockquote>
Ntladi said at the time the paramedics arrived on the scene, all of those affected by the gas had already died.
He said it was unclear when the gas began leaking but when emergency workers were called to the scene at around 8 PM, the cylinder was already empty.
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24 People Killed In Gas Leak In South Africa

South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Director-General Public Policy, Clayson Monyela said that South Africa has noted a letter by four United States legislators to the country’s Secretary of State Anton Blinken.
In the letter, dated 09 June 2023, the four Congressmen asked that this year’s African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) summit be moved away from South Africa, accusing Pretoria of supporting Russia militarily amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Posting on Twitter, this Tuesday, Monyela said that there is no decision by the United States Government to move the AGOA Forum from South Africa. <a href="https://twitter.com/ClaysonMonyela/status/1668553853480968192?s=20">He said</a>:
<blockquote>
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s special envoys recently visited the US to meet and explain South Africa’s active non-aligned position on the Russia/Ukraine conflict to key stakeholders and decision-makers.
Our diplomats in Washington continue to engage on these matters. President Cyril Ramaphosa is leading an African Peace Mission (in the coming days) to Russia and Ukraine.
South Africa enjoys the support of the US government, the Africa Group and Business in hosting the AGOA Forum which is planned for November.
The relations between South Africa and the United States of America are mutually beneficial…even in the context of AGOA.
</blockquote>
The United States has accused South Africa of shipping weapons to Russia in December last year. Wrote the U.S. legislators:
<blockquote>
Late last year, a Russian cargo vessel subject to US sanctions docked in South Africa’s largest naval port, and intelligence suggests that the South African government used this opportunity to covertly supply Russia with arms and ammunition that could be used in its illegal war in Ukraine.
</blockquote>
The South African government has, however, denied the charge, with President Cyril Ramaphosa launching an independent investigation into the accusation.
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No Decision By United States To Move AGOA Forum From SA - Monyela

A group of both US Democratic and Republican lawmakers has asked the White House to move this year’s African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) summit away from South Africa.
They are accusing the South African Government of deepening its military relationship with Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
AGOA gives duty-free access to 25% of South African exports to the United States of America.
A letter dated 09 June addressed to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Trade Representative Katherine Tai and National Security Advisor Jacob Sullivan, by the group reads:
<blockquote>
Dear Secretary Blinken, Ambassador Tai, and Mr. Sullivan:
The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is the cornerstone of the United States’ economic relationship with Sub-Saharan Africa, enabling deeper commercial ties and strengthening U.S. relationships with the region.
We strongly support this program, and support its reauthorization well ahead of its expiration in 2025.
The annual AGOA Forum offers an important opportunity for U.S. and African leaders to bolster economic and diplomatic relations, and we support your continued work to convene a forum in Africa this year.
However, we wish to express serious concerns with the current plans to host this year’s AGOA Forum in South Africa.
South Africa’s government has formally taken a neutral stance on Russia’s unlawful invasion of Ukraine but has deepened its military relationship with Russia over the past year.
Late last year, a Russian cargo vessel subject to U.S. sanctions docked in South Africa’s largest naval port, and intelligence suggests that the South African government used this opportunity to covertly supply Russia with arms and ammunition that could be used in its illegal war in Ukraine.
In February, South Africa held joint military exercises with Russia and China, and in April, authorized a Russian military cargo plane also subject to U.S. sanctions to land at a South African air force base.
On top of this, in August, South Africa will host the BRICS Summit where the government aims to strengthen its ties with China and Russia and is working to facilitate the participation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite the outstanding arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC).
We are seriously concerned that hosting the 2023 AGOA Forum in South Africa would serve as an implicit endorsement of South Africa’s damaging support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and possible violation of U.S. sanctions law.
Further, these actions by South Africa call into question its eligibility for trade benefits under AGOA due to the statutory requirement that beneficiary countries “not engage in activities that undermine United States national security or foreign policy interests.”
While we understand that the AGOA eligibility review process for 2024 is underway and that decisions have not yet been made, we question whether a country in danger of losing AGOA benefits should have the privilege of hosting the 2023 AGOA Forum.
Our concerns are shared by many South African citizens and businesses, who are increasingly vocal about deteriorating conditions in the country.
We encourage you to explore other possible locations to host this year’s forum: we believe it is important that the forum takes place this year and that it be held in Africa, continuing the tradition of alternating the forum’s location between the United States and an AGOA-eligible country.
If South Africa continues to demonstrate support for Russia in its unlawful invasion of Ukraine, then hosting the forum in another country in Sub-Saharan Africa would send a clear and important message that the United States continues to stand with Ukraine and will not accept our trading partners provision of aid to Russia’s ongoing and brutal invasion.
Thank you, we appreciate your attention to this issue.
</blockquote>
The letter was signed by Christopher A. Coons, the Chairman, Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Senate Committee on Appropriations, James E. Risch, Ranking Member, Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Gregory W. Meeks, the Ranking Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Miacheal T. McCaul, the Chairman, House Foreign Affairs Committee.
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Top United States Lawmakers Demand South Africa Be Punished For Alleged Russian Support

South Africa’s Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said that his country supports Zimbabwe’s implementation of key reforms to resolve its debt problems.
Gondongwana presented a message of support during a round-table meeting on Zimbabwe’s debt arrears clearance at the African Development Bank (AfDB)’s 2023 annual meetings on Wednesday.
He said any challenge faced by Zimbabwe will also affect South Africa’s economy, hence the need to resolve Zimbabwe’s debt crisis and end economic sanctions. <a href="https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/national/2023-05-25-zimbabwe-to-implement-reforms-critical-to-resolving-debt-and-arrears/">Said Gondongwana</a>:
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All of us are concerned about Zimbabwe. Economic sanctions continue to place Zimbabwe further into unsustainable debt. We support this [debt reforms] initiative with all our effort.
</blockquote>
In February this year, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the Government was committed to a plan to clear more than US$6 billion of external debt arrears which were hindering its access to international loans.
Zimbabwe had more than US$14 billion in external debt as of September 2022 and has been unable to secure loans from the likes of the International Monetary Fund in more than twenty years, due to its arrears.
Zimbabwe, together with the AfDB and other development partners is working on a process to clear its debts and arrears.
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All Of Us Are Concerned About Zimbabwe - SA Finance Minister

United States (US) ambassador to South Africa Reuben Brigety has confirmed meeting International Relations Minister Naledi Pandor but stopped short of apologising for his claims that South Africa sold arms and ammunition to Russia in December 2022.
This is despite Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) spokesperson Clayson Monyela saying Brigety had “apologised unreservedly” for his remarks.
In <a href="https://twitter.com/USAmbRSA/status/1657128120640520193?s=20">a tweet posted</a> about two hours after Monyela <a href="https://twitter.com/ClaysonMonyela/status/1657097215150546952?s=20">had tweeted</a> about the meeting on Friday night, Brigety said he had the chance to “correct misimpressions left by his public remarks” reaffirming the strong ties between South Africa and the United States. He wrote:
<blockquote>
I was grateful for the opportunity to speak with Foreign Minister Pandor this evening and correct any misimpressions left by my public remarks.
In our conversation, I reaffirmed the strong partnership between our two countries and the important agenda our Presidents have given us.
</blockquote>
South Africa is the United States’ largest trading partner in Africa, with billions of dollars worth of trade between the two countries.
It is feared that the straining of relations between the two countries could spell economic trouble, especially for South Africa’s emerging markets.
Brigety is yet to provide concrete proof of his claims that South Africa armed Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.
If it is proved that South Africa provided arms to Russia to aid the ongoing invasion of Ukraine, there are fears that South Africa faces a risk of heavy sanctions by the US.
South Africa has a relatively well-developed defence industry, with a number of companies involved in the design, manufacture and maintenance of military equipment.
Some of the major players in South Africa’s defence industry include:
<ul>
<li>Denel, which is a state-owned company involved in the production of artillery, munitions, and missile technology; </li>
<li>Armscor, which is responsible for the procurement and management of defence equipment for the South African National Defence Force (SANDF);</li>
<li>Paramount Group, which designs and manufactures armoured vehicles, aircraft and unmanned aerial systems.</li>
</ul>
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US Ambassador Hails Meeting With SA's Pandor But Silent On Apology

South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) said United States ambassador Reuben Brigety has apologised for allegations he made against the southern African country on Thursday.
Brigety was summoned by Minister Naledi Pandor on Friday night and rebuked for his public comments that South Africa had supplied Russia with arms and ammunition to aid the ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
In a statement posted on Twitter on Friday night, DIRCO spokesperson Clayson Monyela said Brigety has since apologised for the claims. He wrote:
<blockquote>
The meeting between USA Ambassador to South Africa @ReubenBrigety and @DIRCO_ZA took place this afternoon.
We conveyed our displeasure with his conduct and he admitted that he crossed the line and apologised unreservedly.
The relations between the USA &amp; South Africa are cordial, strong, and mutually beneficial.
We reaffirmed our commitment to continue to work together for the benefit of the people of the two countries.
There’s a commitment to use established diplomatic channels to raise whatever issue may arise in the management of the bilateral relations between the two countries.
Minister Naledi Pandor also spoke to her counterpart, Secretary @SecBlinke. As previously stated, the National Conventional Arms Control Committee has not approved any sale of arms to Russia related to the period and incident in question.
The inquiry initiated by HE President Cyril Ramaphosa will be a platform to establish facts and role players in the incident in question. Anyone found to have broken the law will face consequences.
</blockquote>
President Cyril Ramaphosa has instituted an inquiry to be led by a retired judge to investigate the allegations raised by the American diplomat. Added Monyela:
<blockquote>
DIRCO welcomes the decision by President Cyril Ramaphosa to appoint an independent inquiry to be chaired by a retired judge to look into the allegations made by the US ambassador to South Africa.
This process will allow for facts to be established and for role players to be identified. Anyone found to have broken the law will face severe consequences.
</blockquote>
The South African currency, the rand crashed against the US dollar after Brigety’s allegations.
He claimed that the weapons and ammunition were loaded onto a Russian ship that docked at the Simon’s Town naval base in Cape Town in December last year.
The rand hit R19.32 against the US dollar – close to its previous record low, reached in 2020.
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United States Ambassador Apologises To SA For Russian Arms Sale Allegations

South Africa has criticised the United States for alleging that a Russian ship, Lady R, was loaded with weapons while docked at Simon’s Town naval base in South Africa in December last year.
In an interview with the SABC News on Friday, minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said if the United States has security concerns, it must go through the correct channels. <a href="https://www.timeslive.co.za/politics/2023-05-12-we-cannot-be-bullied-by-the-us-says-minister-in-the-presidency/?utm_source=Arena+Holdings&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=%27We+cannot+be+bullied+by+the+US%2C%27+says+minister+in+the+Presidency+%7C+Load-shedding+pushing+some+KZN+municipalities+to+brink+of+collapse+%7C+City+Power+warns+Alex+residents&amp;utm_term=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timeslive.co.za%2Fpolitics%2F2023-05-12-we-cannot-be-bullied-by-the-us-says-minister-in-the-presidency%2F">She said</a>:
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The ambassador has not followed diplomatic channels in terms of dealing with issues in South Africa and this is not the first time this has happened.
</blockquote>
She castigated US ambassador to South Africa Reuben Brigety’s “megaphone diplomacy” approach.
Addressing the media in Pretoria on Thursday, Brigety alleged that Washington had established the vessel was loaded with weapons while docked at the naval base. Said Ntshavheni:
<blockquote>
It doesn’t work. If the US has concerns about anything in South Africa, they are allowed to raise them — but the channel they need to contact is DIRCO [the Department of international relations and co-operation] to say these are the issues they have problems with because we have a relationship with the US.
… They have not done that. What was worrying is that the embassy once issued a terror alert, not only for the richest square mile in the African continent but at a period when there was a gay pride march scheduled.
If you know that on our continent we are faced with the challenges of homophobia … when you issue a terror alert based on not-ascertained information, you are saying the LGBTQI community are up for being targeted and anybody can do anything to them.
</blockquote>
Ntshavheni said the United States of America should respect South Africa’s sovereignty and not treat it as a client State. She said:
<blockquote>
They don’t gather information to the extent that we gather, and did not compare notes to see whether what they had gathered was the same as ours.
We have co-operation on security matters, to share information, and they want to treat us as if we are one of their states. We are not.
We are a sovereign and republic state and we are not going to co-govern with the ambassador of the US.
</blockquote>
On Thursday, Brigety told a media briefing that the US believed weapons and ammunition had been loaded onto a Russian freighter that docked at a Cape Town naval base in December 2022.
Brigety said, “We are confident that weapons were loaded onto that vessel and I would bet my life on the accuracy of that assertion”.
Ntshavheni also said South Africa has no sanctions against Russia therefore the US should not drag South Africa into its issues with Russia and China.
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South Africa Responds To US Accusations Of Arming Russia

A Zimbabwean woman has appeared before the courts facing human trafficking charges after she allegedly “enslaved” a juvenile from Chitungwiza.
Daisy Machiha (34), from Harare, appeared before Chitungwiza Magistrate Court charged with violating section 3 of the Trafficking in Persons Act, according to <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200008981/harare-woman-up-for-slavery">NewsDay.</a>
She was remanded in custody to Monday for the commencement of trial in a case presided over by regional magistrate Gloria Takundwa. 
What happened:
It is alleged that on December 31, 2021, Machiha met the juvenile at Mukomberwa in Zengeza 5 and lied that there was a job vacancy that the juvenile could take.
Machiha then transported the juvenile to her home in Budiriro 5B where she allegedly “enslaved” her by making her work for no pay.
The State told the court:
<blockquote>
The accused person made the complainant do domestic chores like sweeping, washing, cooking and made her take care of her two minor children for no pay for a period of one year.
She also ill-treated the complainant by assaulting her, using a cooking stick, clenched fists and open hands.
The accused denied her access to contact her parents and relatives for a period of one year. She also made sure that the complainant did not go out of the yard alone and she took advantage of the fact that the complainant was not familiar with Harare.
</blockquote>
The matter came to light when neighbours reported the matter to the police.
Reports of Modern-day slavery and human trafficking:
Modern-day slavery and human trafficking still exist in various parts of the world, and people from vulnerable populations, including those from low-income families or countries, may be at a higher risk. 
There have been reports of African migrants being exploited and enslaved in different parts of the world. 
In recent years, there were reports of Zimbabweans being exploited and <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/job-seeking-marondera-woman-25-enslaved-in-oman/">enslaved in Oman. </a>
There are also reports of Zimbabweans being exploited and enslaved in South Africa, which is a serious issue. 
It is essential to raise awareness and take steps to prevent human trafficking and forced labour, including educating oneself on the signs and reporting suspicious activities. 
To avoid human trafficking, you can:
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1). Learn to recognize signs of trafficking, such as fear or limited movement.
2). Learn about the causes of trafficking and educate others.
3). Help support vulnerable groups, like refugees and women.
4). Be careful when communicating with strangers online.
5). Report any suspected trafficking to authorities.
6). Avoid products or services associated with trafficking.
7). Advocate for policies that address trafficking and support victims.
</blockquote>
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Zimbabwean Woman Up For Human Trafficking

A Pretoria High Court order to grant 22 Afghans running away from the Taliban regime access to South Africa on asylum transit visas will stand.
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has confirmed that Tuesday’s judgment is final, reported <a href="https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-03-01-afghans-fleeing-the-taliban-allowed-into-south-africa-as-asylum-seekers/">TimesLive</a>.
The spokesperson for the Department f Home Affairs, Siya Qoza, was quoted as saying:
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The DHA will abide by the ruling of the court and take all necessary steps to give effect to the ruling.
The DHA will deal with the asylum applications during the asylum process.
The decision to abide shows the DHA respects the rule of law. However, this should not be interpreted as opening floodgates for spurious asylum claims.
The DHA will not hesitate to fight the cases in court, as it has done in this instance.
</blockquote>
Home Affairs had refused the Afghans entry into South Africa despite a court order that the government should grant them permission to seek asylum.
The order was issued after a United States-based Non-Governmental Organisation approached the High Court in Pretoria seeking the court to compel the SA government to grant asylum to the 22 Afghan nationals arguing that the group might be victimised by the Taliban regime.

22 Afghans Allowed Into South Africa As Asylum Seekers

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is set to hold naval exercises off its east coast with Russian and Chinese warships next month.
According to the statement released on Thursday last week, the event known as Exercise MOSI will take place in Durban and Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, from 17 to 27 February 2023. Reads the statement:
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This will be the second time such an exercise is taking place involving the three naval forces with the first one held in November 2019 in Cape Town, South Africa.
Exercise coordinators have concluded all necessary coordination and preparation arrangements for this exercise during virtual planning conferences held at the beginning of December 2022.
</blockquote>
This year’s Exercise MOSI is expected to see 350 SANDF personnel from various arms of services and divisions participating alongside their Russian and Chinese counterparts with the aim of sharing operational skills and knowledge.
South Africa has faced criticism over its plans to host the People’s Liberation Army Navy from China and the Russian Federal Navy.
In response to the criticism, South Africa’s ministry of defence and military veterans on Monday said the naval exercise is an opportunity to strengthen existing relations that exist between SA, Russia and China. Ministerial spokesperson Cornelius Monama said:
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We wish to state categorically that SA, like any independent and sovereign state, has a right to conduct its foreign relations in line with its own diplomatic relations and national interests.
SA sees Exercise Mosi II as an opportunity to contribute towards further strengthening the strong bonds that exist between South Africa, Russia and China.
Contrary to the assertions by our critics, SA is not abandoning its neutral position on the Russian-Ukraine conflict.
We remain firm in our view that multilateralism and dialogue are keys to unlocking sustainable international peace.
We continue to urge both parties to engage in dialogue as a solution to the current conflict.
… In recent months, we have had engagements with counterparts in the UK, the People’s Republic of China, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire and Ghana, to mention but a few.
There was no hype about any of these countries, especially with regard to the US wherein we held an even longer exercise, known as Exercise Shared Accord in KwaZulu-Natal last year regarding our military health capabilities.
</blockquote>
Defence and military veterans minister Thandi Modise said Exercise Mosi II will benefit all three participating nations. She said:
<blockquote>
The envisaged exercise will benefit all countries involved through interoperability of the naval systems, joint disaster systems management enhancement, maritime cooperation and anti-piracy exercises.
</blockquote>
| <a href="https://www.sowetanlive.co.za/news/south-africa/2023-01-23-ministry-defends-naval-exercise-to-strengthen-bonds-with-russia-and-china/?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1674467076">SowetanLive</a>, <a href="https://www.sanews.gov.za/south-africa/sandf-host-china-and-russia-multilateral-maritime-exercises">SA News</a>

South Africa To Conduct Naval Exercises With Russia And China

Mangaung Metro Municipality, run by the ruling African National Congress (ANC), has blocked the party’s planned bash citing the poor state of the proposed venue. In a letter seen by Pindula News, the local government authority said there was no running water and all toilets were vandalised. Reads the letter:
<blockquote>
To: AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS Attention: Provincial Convener Provincial Coordinator
<h2>RE: PREPAREDNESS OF DR RANTLAI MOLEMELA STADIUM TO HOST EVENTS</h2>
This report seeks to advise the event owner on the shortfalls at the Dr Rantlai Molemeta Stadium in preparation for the ANC January 8th event. The facility accommodates a total 15 500 attendees, which should include amongst other hawkers, staff etc. The accommodation figures will further be reduced when the stage is erected, as that part of the stadium will be regarded as non-usable. During the assessment or inspection, the following shortfalls were identified, which could render the stadium non—compliant. 
1. The northern part of the stadium sunk after the construction. Please note that even though the correction report was submitted, it still needs to be referred to the structural engineer for a periodical assessment. 
2. All toilet facilities have been vandalised, with all water taps (No running water) 
3. No electrical certificate 
4. No lire Safety Certificate 
5. Non-operational lifts 
6. Non-availability of VIP rooms (Suites) due to damages Noting all the above, and the financial position of the municipality, it will be difficult for the municipality to implement remedial action or correction within a short period of time, further this will prohibit the municipality to issue a grading certificate for the event to take place.
Taking the above into consideration, it is suggested that the Free State Rugby Stadium be looked as an alternative. 
Yours faithfully
T.Motlashuping Acting City Manager 
</blockquote>
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South Africa: ANC-run Municipality Blocks Party Bash, Cites Poor State Of The Venue

Zambian police say they will increase checks of vehicles at the country’s borders following the discovery over the weekend of the bodies of 27 Ethiopian migrants.
The men, all aged between 20 and 38, were found dumped by the side of the road on the outskirts of the Zambian capital, Lusaka, according to BBC News. 
They were found dumped in a farming area on the outskirts of the capital after they died from suspected hunger and exhaustion.
A sole survivor was found alive in the early hours of Sunday morning and rushed to a Lusaka hospital for treatment, while the dead were transported to the mortuary for identification and post-mortems to determine the exact cause of death.
Preliminary police investigations showed the victims were all males aged between 20 and 38 and had been dumped along a road by unknown people, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/twenty-seven-men-believed-be-ethiopian-migrants-found-dead-along-road-zambia-2022-12-11/">Reuters</a> reported citing a statement by Zambian police spokesperson Danny Mwale. He is quoted as saying:
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Police and other security wings have since instituted investigations into the matter.
</blockquote>
Ethiopian migrants often use Zambia when travelling to countries such as South Africa, though reports of deaths in transit there are rare.
They are thought to have suffocated whilst trying to reach South Africa.
In October, the bodies of 25 Ethiopians were discovered in neighbouring Malawi.
The United Nations says 12 000 migrants have been recorded as missing across Africa since 2014.
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Zambia Police To Increase Security After Discovery Of Bodies Of 27 Ethiopian Nationals

The National Chairperson of South Africa’s ruling party, the African National Congress (ANC), Samson Gwede Mantashe, has warned that the current crisis at power utility Eskom may cause social unrest in the country.
On Saturday, Eskom escalated its rolling blackouts from Stage Four to Five due to what it called unusually high demand.
The electricity shortages were exacerbated by the breakdown of a generating unit each at Hendrina, Kendal, and Kriel power stations.
Earlier last week, Eskom had pushed up the rolling blackouts to Stage Six.
Mantashe, who is also South Africa’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, was speaking at the Matla Coal Multi-purpose Hall outside Kriel in Mpumalanga. He said:
<blockquote>
When you have level six any time up and down the state is going to be overthrown by the people, that’s what it means actually.
l am talking about a revolt. Eskom must do what it should do, technically they have the capacity to do it.
</blockquote>
South Africa, just like its northern neighbour, Zimbabwe, is experiencing debilitating power cuts. | <a href="https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/current-eskom-crisis-may-cause-social-unrest-mantashe/">SABC News</a>

Mantashe Warns Severe Load Shedding May Cause Revolts

A bus carrying Zimbabwean nationals overturned in South Africa on the N1 between Paarl and Rawsonville highway at about 8 AM on Saturday injuring dozens.
Police spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg confirmed the accident, saying the bus was en route to Cape Town when the incident occurred.
He said the injured passengers were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The Western Cape MEC of mobility, Daylin Mitchell, who visited the scene shortly after the crash, said about 38 people had been injured. Said Mitchell:
<blockquote>
While I’m relieved that there were no fatalities, I wish to remind public transport operators of the big responsibility they have in transporting human life.
Public transport will remain a priority to me in the lead-up and over the festive season and I am issuing a stern warning to all operators – we will have a zero-tolerance approach to compliance.
</blockquote>
Ineke van Huyssteen, the spokesperson for ER24, said 30 patients, including children, sustained injuries ranging from minor to moderate, while eight patients sustained serious injuries. | <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/news/at-least-38-passengers-injured-as-bus-overturns-on-n1-3a3ee325-dfca-4d65-99bd-5be3d03ebf34">IOL</a>

Bus Carrying Zimbabweans Overturns In South Africa, 38 People Injured

A South African court has ordered the seizure of 23 pieces of gold, worth R9 million, that were smuggled by a Zimbabwean man, Tashinga Nyasha Masinire, into the neigbhouring country last year.
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The High Court in Joburg granted a final forfeiture order for the contraband which Masinire attempted to smuggle through O.R. Tambo International Airport. Said Gauteng Hawks spokesperson Captain Lloyd Ramovha:
<blockquote>
Nyasha was arrested by members of the Hawks’ serious organised crime with the assistance of customs officials at OR Tambo International (ORTIA) after he landed from neighbouring Zimbabwe.
He consequently appeared in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court facing charges of illegally dealing with precious metals.
The court granted him R100 000 bail, and he has been in attendance since. His next appearance is scheduled for later this year.
</blockquote>
In May, Hawks national spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Philani Nkwalase said Masinire’s release on bail came with strict conditions. Said Nkwalase:
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Some of the conditions include that he should not leave South Africa, and he also has to report to the nearest police station at least three times per week.
</blockquote>
Masinire was arrested shortly after landing at OR Tambo International Airport.
The SA Revenue Service found 23 pieces of gold in Masinire’s luggage after he was requested to scan it at the international arrivals’ customs section. Added Nkwalase:
<blockquote>
He allegedly failed to declare any items and did not have any permits or licences to be in possession or transport gold, and the Hawks were called to effect the arrest.
</blockquote>
Masinire is a former driver of Zimbabwe Miners Federation President <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Henrietta_Rushwaya">Henrietta Rushwaya </a>who was also arrested at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport while attempting to smuggle gold. | <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/south-africa-officially-seizes-r9-million-gold-from-zimbabwean-man-who-attempted-to-smuggle-it-24a6db93-a425-4d7b-8d9f-8869856b66b5">IOL</a>

South Africa Officially Seizes 23 Pieces Of Gold From Henritta Rushwaya's Former Driver

South Africa’s Home Affairs Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi has announced new passport fees for the first time since 2011. 
In a notice seen by Pindula News, the department quoted Motsoaledi as saying there is “nothing called an emergency passport.”
Motsoaledi said the emergency travel certificate mentioned below is a document available only to South Africans stranded abroad which helps them to come back home and when they arrive, the usefulness of the document lapses. 
He added that there is no emergency travel certificate for South Africans who need to travel abroad. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has amended the fees for South African passports and travel documents in terms of section 4(1)(e) of the South African Passports and Travel Documents Act, 1994 (Act No. 4 of 1994), and in consultation with the Minister of Finance.
The amended fees, which were published in Govemment Gazette No. 47256 (attached) on 06 October 2022, come into operation on 1 November 2022. 
Section 4(1)(e) of the South African Passports and Travel Documents Act, 1994, enables the Minister of Home Affairs to make regulations regarding the fees payable for the issuance of a South African Passport or Travel Document, in consultation with the Minister of Finance. 
The changes to passport and travel document fees were informed by the outcome of a bench-marking exercise with other countries which found that our tariffs were up to three times lower. 
The decision was also informed by the fact that production costs are much higher than what people are paying for our passports. This means the Government is heavily subsidising passport holders when such a subsidy is not realised for ordinary ID applicants. 
The fees payable for the issuing of South African passports and travel documents were last adjusted in 2011. There are different fees for applications made in South Africa and those coming from abroad. The fees payable in respect of applications for a South African passport or travel document made within the Republic are as follows:
• Adult passport R600 for 32 pages (current fee R400); R1 200 for 48 pages (maxi, current fee R800) 
• Child passport R600 (current fee R400) 
• Official passport R600 (currently no charge) 
• Diplomatic passport R600 (currently no charge) 
• Document for travel purposes R600 (current fee R300)
 • Crew member certificate R600 (current fee R350) 
The fees payable in respect of applications for a South African passport or travel document made outside of the Republic, at Missions, Embassies or Consulates, are as follows:
• Adult passport R1 200 for 32 pages (current fee R400); R2 400 for 48 pages (maxi, current fee 8800) 
• Child passport R1 200 (current fee R400) 
• Emergency travel certificate R140 (current fee R140).
</blockquote>
Motsoaledi also said South Africans who are able to travel out of the country are financially better off than ordinary citizens and they don’t need to be subsidised in the manner the government has been doing.
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South Africa Raises Passport Fees For The 1st Time Since 2011

The United States Embassy to South Africa on Wednesday, 26 October raised the alarm about possible terror attacks targeting large gatherings at an unspecified location in Sandton, Johannesburg.
In a security alert, the embassy said it did not have further information, but urged staff to avoid gatherings in the area this coming weekend. <a href="https://za.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-possible-attack/">It said:</a>
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The U.S. government has received information that terrorists may be planning to conduct an attack targeting large gatherings of people at an unspecified location in the greater Sandton area of Johannesburg, South Africa, on 29 October 2022.
There is no further information regarding the timing, method, or target of the potential attack.
</blockquote>
The U.S. Embassy has advised staff to avoid crowds of people and other large public gatherings in the greater Sandton area of Johannesburg during the weekend of 29-30 October 2022.
SA State Security Agency spokesperson Mava Scott told <a href="https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/us-embassy-issues-warning-of-possible-terror-attacks-in-sandton-20221026">News24</a> the department was aware of the alert and was investigating its authenticity.
The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning, asexual (LGBTQIA+) community was expected to host its Pride Parade in Sandton at the weekend.

US Embassy To SA Issues Warning Of Possible Terror Attacks In Sandton

South Africa has reiterated its call to have unilateral sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe removed.
In a speech at the 77th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Wednesday, SA Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor said the sanctions against Zimbabwe affect the entire Southern African region. She said:
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South Africa calls for an end to the embargo against Cuba, which continues to impede the right to development of her people.
In the same vein, we call for an end to unilateral coercive measures against Zimbabwe, which have compounded the problems experienced by the people of Zimbabwe and have a detrimental effect on the broader Southern African region.
</blockquote>
Last week, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa told US President Joe Biden that the measures against Zimbabwe had weakened the country’s economy pushing Zimbabweans to migrate to neighbouring countries. | <a href="https://www.sundaymail.co.zw/new-sa-reiterates-position-on-zim-sanctions">The Sunday Mail</a>

South Africa Reiterates Position On Zimbabwe Sanctions

At least 17 people have been killed in the early hours of this Sunday at an East London, South Africa bar. Authorities are investigating the cause of the deaths.
<a href="https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/police-emergency-services-are-on-the-scene-of-east-london-tavern-that-left-22-people-dead/">SABC News</a> initially reported that 22 people had died and later revised the number to 17 after some were taken to the hospital for treatment.  
The state broadcaster said there was a stampede inside the venue.
The police and Emergency Service workers remain on the scene. Numerous people were also injured. SABC reporter, Abongile Jantjies, says a forensic investigation is also underway to determine the exact cause of the tragedy. Reports Jantjies:
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Some of the residents are waiting, some of their children did not come home yesterday. So they are thinking some might be there. It is something that is not fathomable and they can’t understand what lead to it.
</blockquote>
Initial reports indicate that a stampede was triggered inside the tavern, an incident described as bizarre.
The spokesperson for the department of roads and safety, Unathi Binqose, says more detail will emerge during the day.
Binqose told <a href="https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/police-emergency-services-are-on-the-scene-of-east-london-tavern-that-left-22-people-dead/">SABC News</a> that they did not know if the people were poisoned or if something else happened. Added Binqose:
<blockquote>
The police are on the scene along with forensic experts to piece together what lead to this bad incident.
</blockquote>
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South Africa: At Least 17 People Dead In A Bar In East London

A man has been sentenced to three life terms and a combined 279 years in the North West High Court for 27 offences he was charged with, including rape and murder.
Thabang Gordon Moloi, 28, was sentenced to life imprisonment on each count of murder and two of rape. 
North West NPA spokesperson Henry Mamothame said in a statement yesterday:
<blockquote>
Moloi’s unrelated charges include murder, attempted murder, multiple robberies with aggravating circumstances, multiple kidnappings, multiple housebreakings, theft, attempted escaping from lawful custody and escaping from lawful custody.
</blockquote>
According to the regional NPA, he kidnapped several women, some he met on the street, dragged them to isolated locations and raped, and or robbed them.
He also assaulted and killed some people. 
Moloi was subsequently arrested on December 19 2017 and charged and on December 21, 2017.
After several attempts, Moloi managed to escape police custody when he freed himself of the foot-cuffs, jumped out of a police truck, and escaped.
Following his escape, Moloi committed several other crimes only to be re-arrested on August 20 2018 on more charges. 
The regional NPA says Moloi was currently serving a 15-year sentence on a charge of kidnapping and robbery, and he has another pending rape case that was unrelated to the 27 offences he was sentenced for.
He has four other convictions to his name, including theft, two robberies with aggravating circumstances, and kidnapping.
More: <a href="https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/north-west-man-sentenced-to-3-life-terms-for-raft-of-offences-including-rape-and-murder-20211209">News24</a>

South Africa: Man Sentenced To 3 Life Terms

A 21-year-old Zimbabwean man has been jailed for an effective 13 years for robbing a shopkeeper in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Carlos Mhlanga who was arrested in July last year was sent to prison on Friday following a full trial at the Johannesburg Magistrates Court.
He was brought to court charged for aggravated robbery and was also declared unfit to possess a firearm.
Johannesburg police spokesperson, Captain Xoli Mbele confirmed that Mhlanga had been convicted due to diligence on the part of the investigating officers. Said Cpt Mbele:
<blockquote>
The accused and two of his accomplices robbed Clifford Boutique Clothing Shop at the corner of Bree and Polly Streets on July 13 last year at around 5 pm.
The trio entered the shop pretending to be customers and later pointed a cashier with firearms, before taking an undisclosed amount of money from the till.
They also searched him and took his cell phone, after which they fled from the scene in different directions.
</blockquote>
He said the cashier followed one of the suspects while screaming for help and a taxi queue marshal came to his rescue and apprehended the man.
The marshal then recovered the firearm, live ammunition, and the complainant’s cellphone.
Mbele added that the sentence was meant to scare away would-be offenders from committing a similar crime. 
More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/zim-man-jailed-13-years-for-joburg-armed-robbery/">The Herald</a>

South Africa: 21-Year-Old Zimbabwean Jailed 13 Years For Robbery

Two shops belonging to foreign nationals in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, have allegedly been petrol bombed.
The shops, one in Kwazakhele and the other in Zwide were apparently targetted in arson attacks on Wednesday evening.
Police spokesperson Colonel Priscilla Naidu says no one was injured during the attacks and no arrests have been made.
Naidu says the police are investigating if these two incidents are linked to the violence that erupted in Korsten on Wednesday afternoon between taxi operators and foreign nationals. She said:
<blockquote>
It is alleged that there was a motor vehicle accident between an Audi and a taxi and the taxi driver alighted from the vehicle and started to assault the driver of the Audi. 
The businessmen of the area came to the assistance of the Audi driver and the driver got into his vehicle and was then met by a group of taxi drivers, who attacked him and set his vehicle alight.
The was a retaliation between the businessmen and the taxi drivers.
</blockquote>
The violence then spread to Kwazakhele where three shops owned by foreign nationals were torched. Added Naidu:
<blockquote>
There were three foreign national shops that were petrol-bombed last night in the Kwazakhele area.
There’s still a heavy police presence throughout the area. No one was injured in the incident.
</blockquote>
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Shops Belonging To Foreigners Petrol-bombed In South Africa

South Africa hit a record of 26 000 fresh COVID-19 cases on Saturday, its second record-breaking tally in as many days, as a rampant third wave of infections coursed through a largely unvaccinated population.
The rampant rise in infections in Africa’s most industrialised nation has stretched health services to breaking point, with hospitals out of beds and medics to man them.
This compelled the government to reimpose strict measures including a partial lockdown and curfews to prevent the situation from deteriorating further.
Data from the Department of Health showed South Africa has recorded a total of over 2 million cases and 61 500 deaths so far during the pandemic

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Only 3.3 million people (5% of the population) have been vaccinated and the snail pace is attributed to a mixture of bad luck and bureaucratic failures. The government had to destroy 2 million contaminated Johnson &amp; Johnson (JNJ.N) vaccine doses earlier this year, while efforts to replace them have run up against global supply bottlenecks.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticised what he called global “vaccine apartheid,” with rich countries with plentiful vaccine supplies hoarding them while poorer countries wait.
To tackle this problem, <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2021/07/03/south-africa-has-approved-sinovac-covid-19-vaccine/">South Africa on Saturday approved China’s Sinovac vaccine</a> against COVID-19, as growing evidence emerges of its effectiveness.
More: <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw">Pindula News</a>; <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/south-africa-hits-new-record-with-26000-daily-covid-19-cases-2021-07-03/?taid=60e0d485fdc7d30001f55f27&amp;utm_campaign=trueAnthem:+Trending+Content&amp;utm_medium=trueAnthem&amp;utm_source=twitter">Reuters</a>

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