Category: Politics - Page 2

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Former President Donald Trump was injured during an attempted assassination at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The suspected assailant was shot and killed by Secret Service agents. Trump and two other people were injured. Melania Trump and President Joe Biden both condemned the violence. The FBI is currently investigating the motive behind the attack.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has named Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho as Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). Dr. Dantsoho brings extensive maritime expertise, holding advanced degrees from UK institutions. Tinubu also selected Senator Adedayo Adeyeye, a lawyer and former Minister, as Chairman of the NPA Board. The new leadership is expected to enhance port efficiency and industry standards.

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The article offers live updates and details on the 2024 US presidential debate between Trump and Biden, scheduled for June 27, 2024. It covers the timing, location, and debate format, moderated by journalists. The piece provides background on both candidates, their policies, and includes analysis, commentary, as well as reactions from voters and stakeholders.

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John Hlophe, a former Western Cape judge president who was impeached, has been appointed as the chief whip for the uMkhonto weSizwe Party. His return to public life has sparked attention due to his controversial history. Hlophe will now spearhead the party's activities in Parliament, marking a significant turn in his career.

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The Democratic Alliance (DA) has suspended MP Renaldo Gouws after a 15-year-old video surfaced in which he used deeply offensive racial and homophobic slurs. Despite initial claims from Gouws that the video was fake, experts confirmed its authenticity, leading to his suspension and potential legal actions.

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Denmark plans to increase the citizenship application fee from 4,000 DKK (€536) to 6,000 DKK (€804). The adjustment, according to the Ministry of Immigration and Integration, better reflects the costs of processing applications. The initiative aims to deter unqualified applicants from reapplying repeatedly. Additional fees may apply to those with multiple rejections once the bill passes in Parliament.

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Jabulani Khumalo, founder of the MK Party, is challenging the Independent Electoral Commission in the Electoral Court to reclaim his leadership position. He disputes Jacob Zuma's current leadership role and aims to be reinstated. The MK Party had notable results in the 2024 elections in both national and provincial levels, especially in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga.

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South Africans are casting their votes in a general election that poses a significant challenge to the long-standing dominance of the African National Congress (ANC). The country faces severe socioeconomic issues that have fueled dissatisfaction among voters. This election could reshape the political landscape, as 52 parties, including those led by former ANC members, vie for power.

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With the 2024 general elections in KwaZulu-Natal on the horizon, political leaders are poised to vote alongside 5.7 million registered voters. The African National Congress (ANC), Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), Democratic Alliance (DA), and ActionSA leaders will join citizens in voting at various polling stations across the province. The tight race heightens anticipation as no party is expected to win an outright majority.

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Former Post Office CEO Paula Vennells has apologized for the wrongful convictions of hundreds of sub-postmasters caused by the flawed Horizon IT system. At the public inquiry on May 22, she acknowledged the deep personal and financial impacts on those affected. Vennells admitted her awareness of the issue only became apparent in 2013, despite earlier indications of software troubles.