News about Cyril Ramaphosa

Queen Elizabeth's jewellery collection was so vast that it had to be stored in a room the size of an ice rink, located 40 feet beneath Buckingham Palace. Tiaras were the highlight of her collection, varying from diamond-encrusted bands to headpieces decorated with precious stones. They would be presented to her on a tray with a lace cover, hand-sewn by her grandmother Queen Mary and bearing her 'M' monogram. The tiara was always the final piece of jewellery she selected. The late Queen mastered the art of securing these tiaras to her springy curls using a satin band or hairclip. And she generously loaned several designs to members of her family, including Princess Diana , Princess Anne, Princess Margaret and Kate Middleton. Since Elizabeth's death in 2022, Kate and Queen Camilla have continued to dip into her tiara collection.

Queen Elizabeth II , Britain's longest-reigning monarch, left a legacy that will endure for centuries. Her unwavering dedication to her country and people defined her historic reign of over 70 years - and when she passed in September 2022, millions mourned the loss of an admirable leader. Both during her life and after her death, the Queen's family honoured her with carefully selected necklaces from her extensive collection, symbolising their deep respect and affection. As we reveal, Queen Consort Camilla, Catherine, Princess of Wales , and other family members have proudly worn pieces that once belonged to Elizabeth, continuing her legacy through these cherished jewels.

As the wife of the UK's Prime Minister continues to win praise from the fashion pack, it appears Lady Starmer has been looking to the Princess of Wales for style inspiration. Whether it's the polka dot outfit (right) she wore to a London Fashion Week show on Monday, September 16, or the beautiful, beaded gown (centre) she chose for a state banquet for the Emperor and Empress of Japan, Lady Starmer appears to have taken a few leaves out of the Kate Middleton's fashion playbook.

Sir Keir Starmer sheltered from the July rain as he headed away from No10 today to begin a triumphal tour of the United Kingdom. The new Labour Prime Minister was seen protected by an aide's umbrella as he carried a black suitcase while leaving Downing Street in a downpour. He was installed as Britain's 58th PM after winning a general election his predecessor Rishi Sunak called six weeks earlier. The Tory leader made the surprise election announcement during an infamously rain-sodden speech while refusing to use a brolly. Sir Keir is due to meet with Scottish First Minister John Swinney this evening, before travelling on to Northern Ireland and Wales tomorrow. He has promised an 'immediate reset' of Westminster's relationship with the UK's devolved governments under his premiership. Labour is boasting of a 'clear mandate' across the UK after being the first political party in a generation to win a majority of seats in England, Wales and Scotland. The PM earlier spent the day continuing introductory calls with world leaders, including Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu ans South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa.

In the 30 years since the white minority rule system ended, the party of Nelson Mandela, the African National Congress (ANC), has ruled the country by majority in the National Assembly. However that has now changed, as the ANC has now signed a coalition deal with its largest rival, the white-led, pro-business Democratic Alliance (DA). Once unthinkable, the deal between the two antagonistic parties is a momentous moment in South African history. The dramatic late coalition deal allowed a new government to be formed under the leadership of the ANC's Cyril Ramaphosa (left). John Steenhuisen (bottom right), leader of the DA - a party that opposed the apartheid government in the whites-only parliament at the time - told reporters the deal was a 'historical' moment for the country, which would allow his party to now 'co-govern'.

Queen Elizabeth II was Britain's longest-reigning monarch who left a legacy that will last for centuries. Her Late Majesty was on the throne for more than 70 years and her death in September 2022 prompted an outpouring of grief among millions. And both during her life and her after her death, members of the Queen's family honoured her through thoughtfully chosen jewels and accessories. Pictured: Kate wore the Queen's Japanese pearl choker at her funeral (left) in September 2022; Camilla (centre) wore the Belgian Sapphire Tiara at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace in 202; the Queen's pearl earrings were chosen by Kate (right) when she commemorated the first anniversary of her death last year.

The bus crashed into a ravine after the driver lost control and collided with barriers on a bridge in Limpopo's northeastern province, according to the transport ministry. According to reports, it landed on a rocky surface some 50 meters below the bridge, known as the Mamatlakala Pass (inset), before bursting into flames. The bus carried pilgrims from Botswana, a Southern African country, to Moria, a town in Limpopo, for an Easter weekend church service.

EXCLUSIVE: This is the frightening video showing innocent civilians massacred and mutilized by Hamas terrorists that Israel showed to the International Court of Justice. The sickening video was exclusively obtained by MailOnline, as judges are likely to make an interim decision on suspected genocide on Friday at The Hague. On October 7, it depicts terrified Jewish families rounded up like cattle and Palestinian militants ringing their parents to boast of perpetrating atrocities.

A man has reportedly confessed to starting fire in a block of flats in Johannesburg that killed 76 people while trying to get rid of a body. After reportedly admitting to starting the fire in an attempt to cover up the fact that he strangled a man in the basement of the five-story building, the 29-year-old man was arrested by police in South Africa. The man, who was described in South Africa media as 'Mr X,' confessed to pouring gasoline on the man's body and setting it ablaze with a match, killing dozens of people, including 12 children in August last year. He testified that he was a drug user and had been told to kill the man by a drug dealer who was living in the building at the time. The unexpected apparent confession came as a result of the man's admission as a resident of the building in the course of a continuing non-criminal probe into potential causes of the fire.

The Chief Rabbi has warned that using the word 'genocide' to demonise Israel is insulting to the victims of Nazis. Sir Ephraim Mirvis said that using the word in this context is a'moral inversion' that is supposed to 'tear open the still bleeding wound' of the Holocaust. Both the victims and the survivors of the Holocaust, according to him, the misappropriation of the word was offensive to both the victims and survivors of the Holocaust. It's also threatening to those affected by new genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur, according to the author. The alert comes ahead of Holocaust Memorial Day on January 27, in the case of some organisations being compelled to refer to allegations of genocide in Gaza in their commemorations. During the continuing conflict, Israel has been accused of inciting genocide against Palestinians. South Africa filed a lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice on December 29, alleging that its activities in Gaza was genocide. Several nations have endorsed the proposal, but Israel officials dismissed them as "disgraceful." Following South Africa's request for a hearing, Israel would appear before the court in The Hague in the Netherlands, based on the fact that both countries have signed the United Nations 1948 Convention on Genocide Prevention and Punishment. In defaming these allegations, the US has joined Israel in condemning Israel. Sir Ephraim Mirvis, left, is seen on the left. Pictured right: President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa. Inset: Pro-Palestinian supporters picket outside the High Court in Cape Town, South Africa, where the genocide lawsuit against Israel began last week at The Hague.

The country has applied to the International Court of Justice in the Hague - the United Nations' court for resolving conflict - seeking an order to suspend the Jewish state's attacks. The Israeli government has'rejected the allegations with disgust, branding it a "blood libel" and accusing South Africa of colluding with Hamas. The African nation claims that "acts and omissions by Israel are genocidal in character" because they are committed to "kill Palestinians in Gaza as a part of the larger Palestinian national, racial, and ethnic group.' South Africa's foreign ministry released a statement in which the country is "gravely concerned" about the plight of civilians trapped in the current Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip due to the indiscriminate use of force and forcible removal of civilians.'

After winning the World Cup for the fourth time, South Africa's rugby stars enjoyed a dream homecoming in Pretoria on Thursday as thousands of spectators took to the streets to watch their open-top bus parade. After beating France and England by a single point in their quarter-final and semi-final respectively, the Springboks edged past New Zealand 12-11 in Saturday's final in Paris. South Africa won the Rugby World Cup four times after winning the title they gained in 2019.

Queen Maxima of the Netherlands arrived in Kenya today in bright yellow cords following a whirlwind tour to South Africa with husband King WIllem-Alexander. In Kisumu, Kenya's third largest city, the royal, 52, who often dresses in colorful ensembles, dressed for the glorious weather. The queen was welcomed by Governor of Kisumu County Peter Anyang'Nyong'o as she touched down at Kisumu International Airport. Maxima will be in the southern African country for three days and is visiting as the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development.

The pair arrived at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town on their last day in the country. A meeting with the Premier of Western Cape province and a visit to the Iziko Slave Lodge are also on the agenda for today. Maxima and her husband will speak with young South Africans about combating gender-related violence.

During a Welcome Ceremony at Union Buildings in Pretoria, the royal, 52, was radiant in a bright violet gown with an ornate statement sleeve. Her vibrant ensemble featured a two-tone checkered pattern as well as a straight silhouette. During the outing, the mother of three teamed her beauty with a matching cloche as she grinned next to the country's president, Cyril Ramaphosa.

Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands arrived in Pretoria today for their first state visit to South Africa. The royal couple posed for photographs on a road blossoming with blossom trees, and they looked happier than ever. Maxima, 52, was stunned by Zeus + Dione's colourblock dress, which she wore on a three-day state visit to Greece in 2022. The mother-of-three could be seen giggling as the couple stood in front of a stunning backdrop of jacaranda trees. Pretoria is also known as Jacaranda City due to the abundance of trees in Spring, which turn the landscape blue and purple as they bloom.

On Wednesday, Queen Maxima of the Netherlands looked ostensibly chic in a royal blue ensemble. (left) The Dutch royal and her husband King Willem-Alexander and her partner arrived at Waterkloof Air Force Base in Pretoria, together with her husband King Willem-Alexander, ahead of his three-day state visit to South Africa. Left: The mother of three children, 52, wowed in a chic coat dress teamed with a vibrant orange fascinator.

They arrived at breakfast time to murder Theo Bekker, smashing an iron bar from his own farmyard into his skull before slitting his throat so he bled to death. His four teenage attackers tied up his wife, Marlinda, and slap a plastic bag over her head before she collapsed into unconsciousness. She escaped, thank goodness. Mr Bekker, 79, died on July 30 in South Africa, where the murder rate is on the rise. Minister Johan Bouwer told the Mail this week that the couple came here to Sunday services half a mile from the Bekkers' cream-coloured farmhouse.' Marlinda was a regular every week; if he wasn't too busy on the farm, he would attend.

Home REIT's exasperated shareholders have voted in favor of a reform to the company's investment strategy that effectively ended the firm's emphasis on providing housing for homeless people. Knight Frank, the real estate company that performed the initial appraisal of its portfolio, also resigned in May because it couldn't stand behind its own numbers, according to the company. With the company's business model being completely redesigned and a new board member set to arrive to try to resolve the situation, one wonders if the watchdog has lost any of its teeth.

Baza, a privately owned Russian company that is offering schematics of the plane, pointed out a service compartment in the aircraft's tail section was the ideal spot to conceal a bomb. According to several investigative outlets, earlier reports that the Embraer Legacy 600 jet was shot down by an air defense missile are likely inaccurate, but there were no apparent rocket contrails or exhaust plumes in the skies around the crash site. Eyewitnesses from Kuzhenkino, a town near the crash site, said they saw the jet explode in the atmosphere before descending to the earth but did not report any missile strike. According to several independent Russian outlets, stewardess Kristina Raspopova, who died in the crash, told family before taking off that the flight had been delayed due to a technical inspection and unspecified repairs.

Members of the Kremlin press corps and other journalists at the conference demonstrated how Putin's speech to the BRICS Business Forum had been edited, lowering his voice to a ridiculous degree. 'Putin appears on the Business Forum BRICS via video connection.' But not with his own voice,' the Kremlin journalists wrote. The Russian government's official website had the complete address in its original form, in which the president's voice remains unchanged. It's unclear whether the pre-recorded address was programmed by someone at the summit aiming to destabilize the Russian president or if the stumbling speech was simply the result of a technological glitch. In order to prevent arrest, Putin was compelled to attend the summit of BRICS constituent countries in Brazil, India, China, and South Africa remotely.

Biden's trip was revealed just hours after he returned from Hawaii. His visit to India, which is in the midst of the continuing China threat to Taiwan, has slowed. The news was made at a time when a meeting of other influential figures, including Russia and China, was held in South Africa.

The Aussies were adamant as they claimed their 12th World Cup title, defeating England 61-45 to seek revenge after losing to the Roses in the group stages of the tournament. Ash Brazill, the current Diamonds' captain, announced that one of the English players fuelled their desire to win with a remark that sent the team offside.

According to South African officials, there is now a warrant for the Russian president, sparked concerns that if he steps off the plane he could be arrested. The economic summit in Johannesburg next month will include China's premier Xi Jinping and other world leaders. Putin and summit host South Africa reached a'mutual deal' that he will not attend the conference, which takes place between August 22 and 24, bringing together a bloc of developing economies known as BRICS. This is amid Putin's appearance at first, according to the office of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. At a meeting in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Ramaphosa and Putin were seen laughing together and shaking hands (pictured).