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Thomas Massie on the SA-US freeze, Trump, and the Epstein files The US Republican and libertarian on why South Africa needs to flatter Donald Trump more, and why the ‘Epstein class’ is finally being called… by Tim Cohen December 1, 2025 News·Politics
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Clubs vs big tents: turning global disruption into African advantage The symbolism of the US boycott of the G20 might sting, but the opportunity is still there for the continent, if we know where… by Jon Foster-Pedley November 21, 2025 Economy & Markets·Partner Content
The week ahead: all eyes on Godongwana Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come… by The South Africa Brief November 10, 2025 News
Why Trump is not a death knell for global climate action Given Trump’s climate-change denialism, what does his administration mean for international climate efforts?… by Matt McDonald October 21, 2025 Analysis·Energy & ESG
Trump’s ‘shock and awe’ foreign policy achieved a breakthrough in Gaza – but is it sustainable? Trump’s negotiation of the Gaza peace accord makes for an opportune moment to assess his frenetic foreign policy… by Lester Munson October 14, 2025 Analysis·News
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