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UK Donated £2.6 Billion to Ukraine for Direct Military Financing

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy ahead of their meeting in London. mage: Keir Starmer shared via X @Keir_Srarmer.

UK Donated £2.6 Billion to Ukraine for Direct Military Financing

Lindelani Mndaba March 3, 2025

(The Post News)– Following a failed “peace deal” agreement with United States of America President Donald Trump,...

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump meet in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, February 28, 2025. Image credi: AFP

European Political Leaders Rally Behind Zelensky Following Fall Out With Trump

Nkosinathi Mkhize March 2, 2025

(The Post News)- Following a tense and highly anticipated meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S....

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in meeting with US President Donald Trump and Vice President Jame Vance at the White House’s Oval Office. Image: AP.

Zelenskyy & Trump: Emotions Get in the Way of a Peace Deal

Lindelani Mndaba March 1, 2025

(The Post News)– Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in a heated argument with the United States of...

Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine's president, from left, US President Donald Trump, and Vice President JD Vance speak to each other during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, 28 February 2025. Photo: Getty Images

Why Donald Trump Is Pushing Ukraine to Strike a Peace Deal with Russia?

Nkosinathi Mkhize March 1, 2025

(The Post News)- U.S. President Donald Trump has garnered attention for his vocal position that Ukraine should...

Hamas handed over the bodies of the four remaining Israeli hostages in the first phase of the ceasefire. Image credit: The Guardian

Hamas Hands Over Last Four Israeli Hostage Bodies in Ceasefire Deal

Boipelo Leburu March 1, 2025

(The Post News)- Hamas handed over the bodies of the four remaining Israeli hostages in the first...

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, addressed the media in Cape Town on 27 February 2025 on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting. Image: SABC News.

Budget Speech to be Delivered on March 12 Amid VAT Debate

Evaline Namuwaya February 28, 2025

(The Post News)– The South African government has confirmed that Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will table the...

China has vowed to take all necessary countermeasures in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of an additional 10% tariff hike on Chinese imports. Image: Getty Images.

China Vows to Retaliate as Trump Threatened 10% Tariff Hike

Nkosinathi Mkhize February 28, 2025

(The Post News)– China’s Ministry of Commerce has expressed strong opposition to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent...

South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana expressed disappointment over the G20 meeting's inability to issue a joint communique. Image: BusinessLIVE.

G20 Finance Summit: No Agreements Due to Political Tensions

Nkosinathi Mkhize February 28, 2025

(The Post News)– The Group of Twenty (G20) finance ministers’ summit, held in Cape Town this week,...

A federal judge in California has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from proceeding with mass terminations of thousands of recently hired federal employees.

Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump’s Federal Employee Firings

Boipelo Leburu February 28, 2025

(The Post News)– A federal judge in California has preliminarily blocked the Trump administration from moving forward...

President Cyril Ramaphosa prioritizes climate finance and debt relief for developing countries, as Africa bears the brunt of climate change despite contributing the least to global emissions. Image: News24

SA Leads G20 Charge on Climate Finance, Urges Global Action

Natalie Semono February 27, 2025

(The Post News)- Climate finance has taken center stage as South Africa leads the G20 Presidency efforts....

The Ukrainian parliament remains steadfast in its support for President Zelensky.

Ukraine Defy Trump’s Dictator Claims in Support of Zelensky

Boipelo Leburu February 26, 2025

(The Post News)– Ukraine’s parliament approved the indefinite extension of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s leadership under martial law...

US President Donald Trump secures a key legislative victory as the House narrowly passes the Republican budget blueprint to fund his agenda on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Image: AP.

Trump Secures Key Legislative Wins Amid Controversies to Move the Country Forward

Nkosinathi Mkhize February 26, 2025

(The Post News)– In a crucial victory for President Trump, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a...

US Joins Russia in Opposing UN Measures on Ukraine.

US Joins Russia in Opposing UN Resolution on Ukraine, Marking Major Shift in Trump Administration’s Stance

Natalie Semono February 25, 2025

(The Post News)- The United States has surprisingly sided with Russia in a UN vote regarding the...

Trump Backs Musk’s Federal Employee Ultimatum

Elon Musk has demands federal employees to justify their recent accomplishments or face termination, despite government agencies clarifying that compliance with Musk’s directive is voluntary. Image credit: NPR

Trump Backs Musk’s Federal Employee Ultimatum

Boipelo Leburu February 25, 2025

(The Post News)– President Donald Trump has rallied his wholehearted backing to Elon Musk’s call for federal...

South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana leaves after a press conference ahead of his 2025 budget speech in Cape Town, South Africa, February 19, 2025. Image: Esa Alexander

ANC’s Handling of Budget Controversy Could Strengthen the Coalition Government, Says Professor Susan Booysen

Nkosinathi Mkhize February 25, 2025

(The Post News)- The dynamics inside the nation’s ruling coalition government have come to light as a...

U.S. President Donald Trump with French President Emmanuel Macron hold a joint press conference the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 24, 2025. Image credit: Getty Images

US, Ukraine Nearing Minerals Deal Trump and Macron Discuss Paths to End War in Ukraine

Nkosinathi Mkhize February 25, 2025

(The Post News)- US President Donald Trump announced that the US is nearing a minerals revenue-sharing deal...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced that the planned release of Palestinian prisoners under the ongoing ceasefire agreement has been paused until the release of additional Israeli hostages is assured. Image: CNN.

Israeli Government Delays Palestinian Prisoner Release Amid Truce Dispute

Boipelo Leburu February 24, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced that the planned release of Palestinian prisoners under the ongoing...

Hamas has released six Israeli hostages and Palestinians continue to wait for the release of Palestinian prisoners following a delay by Israel.

Hamas Releases 6 Hostages As Israel Delays Prisoner Release

Nomfundo Ngobese February 23, 2025

Hamas has released six Israeli hostages and Palestinians continue to wait for the release of Palestinian prisoners...

A screenshot of Donald Trump’s social media post criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. involvement in the Ukraine war.

Trump Criticizes Zelenskyy and U.S. Involvement in Ukraine War

Nonhlanhla Ndlovu February 20, 2025

A screenshot of Donald Trump’s social media post criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. involvement in...

U.S.' Scott Bessent’s decision to forgo the G20 finance minister's meeting is highly unusual for a Treasury secretary, which usually plays a major role in this economic gathering. Image: New York Time.

U.S. Treasury Secretary to Skip G20 Meeting in Cape Town

Nkosinathi Mkhize February 20, 2025

U.S.’ Scott Bessent’s decision to forgo the G20 finance minister’s meeting is highly unusual for a Treasury...

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UK Donated £2.6 Billion to Ukraine for Direct Military Financing

European Political Leaders Rally Behind Zelensky Following Fall Out With Trump

Zelenskyy & Trump: Emotions Get in the Way of a Peace Deal

Why Donald Trump Is Pushing Ukraine to Strike a Peace Deal with Russia?

Hamas Hands Over Last Four Israeli Hostage Bodies in Ceasefire Deal

Budget Speech to be Delivered on March 12 Amid VAT Debate

China Vows to Retaliate as Trump Threatened 10% Tariff Hike

G20 Finance Summit: No Agreements Due to Political Tensions

Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump’s Federal Employee Firings

SA Leads G20 Charge on Climate Finance, Urges Global Action

Ukraine Defy Trump’s Dictator Claims in Support of Zelensky

Trump Secures Key Legislative Wins Amid Controversies to Move the Country Forward

US Joins Russia in Opposing UN Resolution on Ukraine, Marking Major Shift in Trump Administration’s Stance

Trump Backs Musk’s Federal Employee Ultimatum

ANC’s Handling of Budget Controversy Could Strengthen the Coalition Government, Says Professor Susan Booysen

US, Ukraine Nearing Minerals Deal Trump and Macron Discuss Paths to End War in Ukraine

Israeli Government Delays Palestinian Prisoner Release Amid Truce Dispute

Hamas Releases 6 Hostages As Israel Delays Prisoner Release

Trump Criticizes Zelenskyy and U.S. Involvement in Ukraine War

U.S. Treasury Secretary to Skip G20 Meeting in Cape Town

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