Southern Africa calls the tune as great power suitors queue up
South Africa and its neighbours were at the centre of a tussle for influence this week when top Russian and US officials visited, offering a rare moment of leverage for governments on a continent more used to being buffeted by events than wooed.
But Africa's voting patterns at the UN show a continent divided over which side to support in Ukraine. Eswatini relies on the US for aid, but its absolute monarchy has suffered US criticism on human rights.For South Africa, the continent's economic powerhouse and diplomatic heavyweight, this was an opportunity to thumb its nose at a Western alliance it regards as too bossy and hegemonic.
"South Africa takes Brics very seriously, but the reality is that Brics has [offered the country] very little," said Tom Lodge, a professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Limerick in Ireland.Naledi Pandor | SA stays firmly nonaligned Angola is also seeking to deepen ties with Germany, France and its former colonial ruler Portugal, she said.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
'TVETs are an option,' says Universities South Africa CEO | City PressIt is not all doom and gloom for all those who failed to obtain a university pass with public colleges still an option to gain skills and be self-employed. This is according to Universities South Africa (USAf) CEO Dr Phethiwe Matutu
Read more »
R600k for Pelé's number 10 Brazil jersey | City PressA Brazil football shirt prepared for legendary player Pelé ahead of his last international is estimated to sell for up to £30 000 (R638 000) at auction
Read more »
Dilapidated military hospital gets multi-million face lift after decades of neglect | City PressIn its early years, 1 Military Hospital was a prime medical facility that was considered a jewel in the crown of the defence force. Its purpose was to provide medical treatment to the president, his deputy, and their families, as well as to members of the military, including veterans and their families.
Read more »
Corruption and criminality are embedded within and around Eskom - Scopa told | City PressThe risk of load shedding will be dramatically reduced over the next 18 months as Eskom gets more capacity onboard, according to Eskom’s management.
Read more »
South Africans embrace Western countries, shun government’s Brics allies | City PressThe survey, conducted among 3200 registered voters, asked respondents to choose between the US, the UK, Germany, Cuba, Russia, and China.
Read more »
Institutions of higher learning should allow Nsfas beneficiaries to register | City PressHigher Education Minister Blade Nzimande announced the efforts being made by the department to better enrolment figures at public institutions of higher learning and to better deliver services to students.
Read more »