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If a font could speak French @rugbyworldcup @bizcommunity @Biz_Marketing bizcommunity.com/Article/196/82…

No fooling, Bizcommunity's brand evolution launched 1 April and we love it bizcommunity.com/article/bizcom… @Bizcommunity @Biz_Marketing @Biz_Finance @Biz_Education

Sensing some April foolery in this post — Agency of experts acquires bass player - Boundless bizcommunity.com/article/agency…

CDH appoints new COO @CDHLegal bizcommunity.com/article/cdh-ap… via @Biz_Legal

@Poplak @SamSoleZA In one day this is dismissed as “At this point, all indications lead us to believe this is a criminal incident... what is commonly referred to as an ‘express kidnapping’ for ransom and theft,” Surely a bit more of your famous investigative journalism is due?

Yeah I don’t know what to say about this, except for the fact that South Africa is an unforgivably violent place. dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-0…

🇺🇸 🇿🇦 A $400 million lawsuit is being prepared in the United States (US) against South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, and if it proceeds, the fallout could be explosive. At the centre of it are accusations that the South African government knowingly collaborated with Hamas ahead of the October 7 attacks on Israel – attacks in which at least 47 American citizens were killed or taken hostage. The mainstream media in South Africa have not uttered a word about it. The case, built on recommendations by UK-based consultant Justin Lewis, claims to have uncovered new material evidence of coordination between South African officials, Hamas, and Iran in the months leading up to the massacre. It’s a staggering allegation: that South Africa’s diplomatic support for Hamas wasn’t just rhetorical solidarity, but active complicity. Lewis says he warned the South African government back in April of the potential legal risks. “I was not only ignored,” he says, “but threatened with legal action by a journalist acting on behalf of the South African state.” Lewis now claims that some of South Africa’s court filings to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) were prepared in advance and in concert with foreign actors hostile to Israel and the West. “If that’s true,” he says, “then the ICJ process was politically manipulated – and that could constitute an act of terrorism under UK and US law.” The legal foundation for the case rests on a unanimous US Supreme Court ruling last month that upheld the Promoting Security and Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act (2019), which allows Americans to sue foreign governments or individuals shown to have materially supported terrorist organisations – even overriding sovereign immunity. Plaintiffs intend to argue that South African officials – possibly including Ramaphosa himself – either had prior knowledge of or directly facilitated Hamas operations. “Unless the president can prove he had no knowledge,” Lewis says, “he may be personally liable for damages.” Beyond the courtroom, the economic risks are staggering. In letters dated June 30 and July 2, Lewis warned that sanctions on South African government debt could result in interest rate hikes costing taxpayers about $55 million per day. He highlights $3.5 billion in international bonds issued by South Africa in November 2023, which he claims failed to disclose “the substantial legal and reputational risks linked to collaboration with a designated terrorist entity.” Formal notifications have been sent to the US Treasury, the House Financial Services Committee, and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Major financial institutions – including Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Vunani Capital – have also been briefed. In a letter to US Assistant Trade Representative Constance Hamilton, Lewis urged the White House to suspend all economic negotiations with South Africa – including those linked to the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) – until the allegations are investigated. “Continuing bilateral economic dialogue under these conditions would be reckless,” he wrote. CONTINUE reading PUBLISHED in Times of Israel 11/07/2025. blogs.timesofisrael.com/did-south-afri…

It is with great sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Steven Gruzd, Head of the African Governance and Diplomacy Programme at SAIIA. An integral part of the Institute, Steve was known for his unwavering dedication to his work and his commitment to the policy community in Africa. We will miss his brilliant mind, his deep camaraderie and his gentle spirit. His absence leaves a significant void at SAIIA and across the continent he served so passionately. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Steve’s family, friends and all those who had the pleasure of working alongside him. May his soul rest in peace. 🕊️

The history lesson that the Muslims who call themselves “Palestinians” don’t want you to know.

There go our taxes: Sassa announces 2026 grant increases alongside new payment dates bizcommunity.com/article/sassa-… via @Biz_ESG

Well they would, wouldn't they? Presidency denies any role in SABC news show termination bizcommunity.com/article/presid… via @Biz_Marketing

#BizTrendsTV The rapport and consumer insights between @LukeVanDerSpuy and @bronwynwilliams are a must watch! When Gen Z d... youtu.be/qtyDeBlUuQk?si… via @YouTube @_TheRealNetwork @RAPT_Creative @Bizcommunity @Biz_Retail

Review: Secrets behind Brahman Hills: The Making of a World-Class Garden bizcommunity.com/article/review… by Terry Levin/@terrylevin via @Biz_Lounge @BrahmanHills @Bizcommunity @Biz_Tourism @Biz_ESG @Biz_Agriculture

#ICTAF 2026: Africa is the palette - a short piece and some gallery pics on ⁦@Bizcommunity⁩ of the recent ⁦@Investec⁩ Cape Town art fair ⁦@Biz_Lounge⁩ bizcommunity.com/article/ictaf-…

@Keir_Starmer Still better than any of his other orations

My update on the situation in the Middle East.

SA to host inaugural LIV Golf Tournament, a boon for tourism | bizcommunity.com/article/sa-to-… via @Biz_Tourism @SATravelTrade #SAtourism #GolfTourism #TravelIndustry

Nothing says state of the nation like 2000 plastic pearls

Investec Cape Town Art Fair 2026: Expansion, innovation, and the theme of 'Listen' bizcommunity.com/article/invest… via @Biz_Lounge 📸@terrylevin

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I was in Graaf-Reinet recently. I love it there. Such a beautiful, quiet and well preserved town. The Cape- Dutch part of the town is stunning. You can tell, a lot of money and pride goes into keeping it as the “gem of the Karoo”. Then you move slightly out, into the Black township, where Robert Sobukwe memorial is. Completely devastated. That’s the Robert Sobukwe memorial centre. That’s supposed to be his statue. A complete and utter mess. Do you see the contrast? Where’s the honour? I don’t understand what @GaytonMcK and @SportArtsCultur are aiming for here. Beyond the surface name change, then what? Graaf-Reinet is doing just fine as is. Fix Sobukwe’s memorial site, maintain it, celebrate him. Without trying to erase other South African cultural and historical towns.

I just wanted to say that when it comes to successors I think @Siviwe_G would be an excellent choice. Please don’t take @geordinhl away from us in the Western Cape!