What's behind the US's antagonism against South Africa?
South Africa has rejected a recent report by the United States on its human rights record. It's not the first time the country finds itself in the firing line of the US. What's behind it?
DA’s Spokesperson on Police, Ian Cameron, says they have identified critical areas of expectation for the new acting Police Minister, Professor Firoz Cachalia.
Cachalia was officially sworn in at the Union Buildings in Pretoria earlier today.
He replaces Senzo Mchunu who has been placed on leave of absence following corruption allegations against him.
Cameron says the DA thinks there are critical areas in which Cachalia should not fail.
“He should not fail to implement comprehensive and independent audits, roll out the SAPS structure signed in May at all levels, and also update and review the SAPS Act. He must end long paid suspensions by finalising disciplinary cases swiftly, bring back internal discipline units to restore discipline, and also reinforce merit-based appointments,” says Cameron.
South Africa has rejected a recent report by the United States on its human rights record. It's not the first time the country finds itself in the firing line of the US. What's behind it?
The 20-year sentence against former Prime Minister Succes Masra signals an ever-shrinking space for dissent under chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby. Some fear this could inflame tensions in a country in transition.
French President Emmanuel Macron has acknowledged the violence committed by French troops as Cameroon fought for its independence. It comes as African leaders reassess France's ongoing presence on the continent.