As Ukraine marks three years since Russia's full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Association of South Africa has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ukraine's fight for sovereignty, democracy, and global security. With a staggering 140,000 war crimes documented, the association stresses that Russia's aggression poses a significant threat not only to Ukraine but also to international stability. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Dzvinka Kachur, Honorary President of the Ukrainian Association of South Africa

As Ukraine marks three years since Russia's full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Association of South Africa has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ukraine's fight for sovereignty, democracy, and global security. With a staggering 140,000 war crimes documented, the association stresses that Russia's aggression poses a significant threat not only to Ukraine but also to international stability. To discuss this further, Elvis Presslin spoke to Dzvinka Kachur, Honorary President of the Ukrainian Association of South Africa

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The Ukrainian Association of South Africa reaffirms its support for Ukraine's president

Advocate Mohomane for Northwest businessman Brown Mogotsi has argued at the Madlanga Commission that repeated interactions between Chief Evidence Leader Advocate Matthew Chaskalson and Mogotsi created strained relations and raised concerns about impartiality. Mohomane questioned why Chaskalson continued engaging with Mogotsi after previously labelling him a liar during testimony. Commission chairperson Acting Deputy Chief Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga challenged the argument, saying corroboration of information would naturally follow after receiving it. Northwest businessman Brown Mogotsi has applied for the recusal of Chief Evidence Leader Advocate Matthew Chaskalson at the Madlanga Commission, accusing him of aggressive and humiliating questioning during testimony. 

Advocate Mohomane for Northwest businessman Brown Mogotsi has argued at the Madlanga Commission that repeated interactions between Chief Evidence Leader Advocate Matthew Chaskalson and Mogotsi created strained relations and raised concerns about impartiality. Mohomane questioned why Chaskalson continued engaging with Mogotsi after previously labelling him a liar during testimony. Commission chairperson Acting Deputy Chief Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga challenged the argument, saying corroboration of information would naturally follow after receiving it. Northwest businessman Brown Mogotsi has applied for the recusal of Chief Evidence Leader Advocate Matthew Chaskalson at the Madlanga Commission, accusing him of aggressive and humiliating questioning during testimony.&nbsp;

Brown Mogotsi seeks Chaskalson recusal at Madlanga Commission hearing

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says the party's National Executive Committee has reaffirmed its full support for ANC President and President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa, dismissing speculation about his possible recall or resignation. Briefing the media after the NEC meeting, Mbalula said Ramaphosa's mandate from ANC branches and South African voters remains intact until the party's next national conference in 2027. He stressed that neither the recent constitutional court judgment nor ongoing parliamentary processes would disrupt government operations or the work of the Government of National Unity. ANC officials were earlier briefing the media at the Luthuli House in Johannesburg, following the party's Special National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting convened to deliberate on organizational and national matters of importance. ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, was today briefing the media. 

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says the party's National Executive Committee has reaffirmed its full support for ANC President and President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa, dismissing speculation about his possible recall or resignation. Briefing the media after the NEC meeting, Mbalula said Ramaphosa's mandate from ANC branches and South African voters remains intact until the party's next national conference in 2027. He stressed that neither the recent constitutional court judgment nor ongoing parliamentary processes would disrupt government operations or the work of the Government of National Unity. ANC officials were earlier briefing the media at the Luthuli House in Johannesburg, following the party's Special National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting convened to deliberate on organizational and national matters of importance. ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, was today briefing the media.&nbsp;

ANC reaffirms Ramaphosa support until the 2027 conference.

Eleven suspects, including five Mexican nationals, have briefly appeared before the Swartruggens Magistrates Court in the North West following a major intelligence-led raid on an alleged methamphetamine production site. Police say the bust uncovered precursor chemicals and equipment linked to large-scale drug manufacturing. The matter has been postponed to 22 May for immigration verification and interpreter arrangements, with a bail application also expected on that date. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Seentleng Lehihi 

Eleven suspects, including five Mexican nationals, have briefly appeared before the Swartruggens Magistrates Court in the North West following a major intelligence-led raid on an alleged methamphetamine production site. Police say the bust uncovered precursor chemicals and equipment linked to large-scale drug manufacturing. The matter has been postponed to 22 May for immigration verification and interpreter arrangements, with a bail application also expected on that date. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Seentleng Lehihi&nbsp;

The Ukrainian Association of South Africa reaffirms its support for Ukraine's president

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