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The world’s most expensive signature belonged to George Washington, when Christies reported that his annotated copy of the US Constitution was auctioned for just under $10 million in 2012.
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Rwanda Denounces South Africa Over DRC ConflictRwandan President Paul Kagame has refuted South Africa's portrayal of events in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), accusing the South African government of supporting armed groups and hindering peace efforts. Kagame condemned the South African National Defence Force's (SANDF) involvement in the conflict, claiming it was aiding the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (DFLR) and exacerbating tensions in the region. He disputed South African claims that the Rwandan Defence Force (RDF) and M23 rebels attacked the SANDF, asserting that the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (DFLR) were responsible for the deaths of 13 South African soldiers.
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South Africans Stuck Abroad After Job Disputes, Authorities Urge CautionThe South African Department of International Relations warns citizens seeking employment abroad to contact authorities before departing to avoid similar situations. This follows the case of three South African women stranded in Oman after their employers confiscated their documents. The department is assisting two of the women through its embassy in Saudi Arabia due to the lack of a South African office in Oman. Monyela highlighted the prevalence of job-related issues abroad, including scams and unpaid salaries, urging South Africans to exercise caution and seek guidance before accepting foreign employment.
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UFC Champion Du Plessis Backs Trump Despite Anti-SA StanceSouth African UFC champion Dricus du Plessis has publicly expressed his support for Donald Trump, despite the US President's critical stance towards South Africa. This comes after Trump threatened to cut funding to South Africa pending an investigation into alleged land confiscation from white farmers and accused the country of mistreating certain groups. Du Plessis's stance has drawn attention, as he previously highlighted the issue of farm murders in South Africa during the Black Lives Matter movement. His support for Trump raises concerns among some fans, who question the alignment with anti-South African rhetoric.
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South Africa Condemns Trump's Executive Order Over Land Policy and IsraelThe South African government has criticized a US executive order signed by President Donald Trump over concerns about human rights in South Africa. The order, which cites South Africa's land policy and its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, is seen by South African officials as based on misinformation and propaganda. The order also proposes providing humanitarian aid and resettlement for Afrikaans farmers as refugees, a move deemed ironic by South Africa given the US's refugee admission criteria.
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Rwanda's Kagame: Ready for Confrontation with South Africa if NecessaryRwandan President Paul Kagame has asserted that Rwanda is prepared for a confrontation with South Africa should the situation necessitate it. Kagame's statement follows the recent escalation of fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where 13 South African soldiers were killed. Kagame claims South Africa's military activities in the DRC were not properly disclosed and that Ramaphosa requested logistical support while simultaneously acknowledging South Africa's peace efforts. He further criticizes South Africa's role as a peacemaker and mediator, warning of a forceful response if South Africa seeks confrontation.
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