Sanral and City of Cape Town clash over R114m N2 safety wall
Tension has flared between the South African National Roads Agency Limited and the City of Cape Town over plans for a R114 million safety wall on the N2 highway near Muizenberg. The City says the project risks harming local heritage, while Sanral insists the barrier is needed to protect road users.
Ethiopia builds secret camp to train Sudan’s RSF fighters, sources say
Ethiopia is reportedly constructing a secret training camp near the Sudanese border to train fighters from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. The development risks further escalating the conflict in Sudan, where the RSF has been battling the army for control.
Parliament told dismissed Cape Town officer found at work
Parliament was informed that a disgraced Cape Town police officer, previously dismissed for misconduct, was found back at work by the City’s safety department. The Democratic Alliance has raised concerns over accountability and administrative lapses in the handling of the case.
Zimbabwe cabinet backs bill to extend Mnangagwa’s rule to 2030
Zimbabwe’s cabinet has endorsed a constitutional amendment bill that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to extend his stay in power until 2030 by resetting presidential term limits. Critics say the move undermines democratic gains and entrenches executive authority ahead of elections.
US Vice-President’s office backtracks after genocide statement
The office of the US Vice-President walked back a statement acknowledging the Armenian genocide after it sparked diplomatic tension with Turkey, saying the wording did not represent official US policy. The reversal drew criticism from Armenian advocacy groups and raised questions about consistency in US foreign policy.