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The week ahead: All systems go for the G20 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 17, 2025 News
1 PODCAST: Iran and the strategy of denial March 2, 2026 Robyn Curnow steps back, and explains why President Donald Trump’s…
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3 South African foreign policy: Vrot with contradiction March 2, 2026 South Africa’s stance on Iran is as predictable as it…
4 Hill-Lewis might just be the reset the DA needs March 2, 2026 The Cape Town mayor is the frontrunner to lead the…