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By backing Iran and ignoring other violations of international law, South Africa risks losing the moral authority that once defined its diplomacy…
FirstRand’s Vilakazi asks South Africa for a ‘more neutral stance’ as Iran war escalates
The bank’s CEO is concerned that geopolitical fallout resulting from South Africa’s perceived alliances could hurt the economy…
Iran says US will ‘bitterly regret’ torpedoing warship
Iran has launched a new wave of attacks in the wake of the sinking of one of its warships, calling it ‘an atrocity at…
The smell of napalm in the morning
Can’t you just picture Donald Trump yesterday, scowling into the unfortunate mirror while mimicking Robert Duvall’s legendary line as the bare-chested Lt-Col Bill Kilgore…
South African foreign policy: Vrot with contradiction
South Africa’s stance on Iran is as predictable as it is hypocritical. Not least given the latest assault on Zimbabwe’s democratic laws…
How South Africa can win in the new world order
Hint: it will require more diplomatic hard work and a shift in allegiances away from the Brics towards the G20 bloc…
Claiming the ground beneath the elephants: Africa’s new geopolitical challenge
Africa is facing a new squeeze between rival powers. This time its critical minerals and infrastructure are in play. Co-operation is crucial for leverage…
Israel and South Africa: Nostalgia is not a strategy
South Africa’s international relations require derisking, not provocation. Dirco hasn’t got the memo…
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