PRETORIA-(MaraviPost)-South African police have launched an investigation into serious allegations against Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, the daughter of former President Jacob Zuma.
She is accused of allegedly deceiving 17 men into joining Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Reports indicate that the men were recruited under the pretense of serving as bodyguards for her father’s uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party.
Her stepsister, Nkosazana Bongamini Zuma-Mncube, has claimed that the men were sent to Russia and subsequently deployed to the front lines of the conflict.
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has not publicly responded to the accusations at this time.
The 2021 riots in South Africa remain a separate legal matter for which she is already facing trial, reportedly for incitement of violence.
Earlier this month, the office of President Cyril Ramaphosa confirmed that it had received urgent requests for assistance from 17 South African men, aged between 20 and 39, who are trapped in the Donbas region of Ukraine.
The allegations have sparked national concern in South Africa over the recruitment of citizens for foreign conflicts under potentially false pretenses.
Police investigations are ongoing, and authorities are seeking to establish the full circumstances surrounding the men’s deployment and the role of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla and her associates.
The situation has added to the scrutiny of Zuma-Sambudla’s activities and intensified discussions around accountability for the recruitment of citizens in international conflicts.
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DRC, Rwanda agree economic framework outline as part of peace deal
The Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Foundation (STBHF) expresses strong support for the historic peace framework initiated and hosted by the Emir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, to end the bitter conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). At this crucial time, what the DRC and of course Africa needs urgently as a continent is total peace, culminating into political stability, democratic good governance, human rights, justice, freedom and dignity.
The peace framework was signed in Doha, the Qatari capital city, on 15th November, 2025 by the Government in Kinshasa and the M-23 rebel group. With this development, the STBHF urges both parties to sum-up great political courage, and exert further expeditious and systematic efforts, without recourse to violence, to resolve the hardcore political issues in order to achieve a lasting political settlement of decades of protracted conflict. The STBHF recognises the pivotal role played by the Emir of Qatar and the Qatari government in maintaining not only the ceasefire agreement, but also to ensure that a peace deal was signed, signaling hope to end Africa’s longest and devastating conflict in history.
The STBHF also takes this opportunity to urgently appeal to all citizens of the DRC, their political leaders and institutions to support a national consensus on the need for an end to the decades long conflict, which has devastated lives and destroyed the country’s infrastructure-based facilities and ruined its national economy. To this end, we encourage all member-states of the African Union (AU) to rally their support behind the DRC peace process with courage and vision, and ensure that no territory of Africa is used as a recruiting, or training or launching pad to continue the violence in the central African nation.
We urge the government in Kinshasa and the M23 rebel group militants to make every effort to promote an inclusive and comprehensive peace process, ending the untold suffering, misery and indignities associated with such a bitter conflict. Thus, we urge the two parties to take urgent action, on the premise that only the people of the DRC are best qualified, and not foreigners to be the architects of the destiny of their country.
And for the peace process to succeed, we call for sustainable support among Congolese people, given the complexity of the issues to be resolved. We know that the remaining negotiations will face significant challenges as they progress, but also, we believe with international financial assistance coming from peace and development partners, the people of the DRC will see tangible benefits of the entire process in their daily lives.
The STBHF recognizes restoring hope among the people of the DRC requires that all of them enjoy the benefits of the peace. The same also can be said that, building a national consensus for the difficult steps ahead in the DRC’s peace process require also great efforts to meet the social and humanitarian needs of war victims, including the poor, the unemployed, the internally displaced especially in the rural areas, the wounded, and women, children and the elderly people.
For lasting peace, the people of the DRC must unite to renounce violence and show their loyalty and respect for the principles of human rights, democracy, rule of law, and recognition of the rights of ethnic minorities. They must also focus on making ways to address justly the needs of all communities across the DRC, in order to combat poverty and foster social cohesion. Ending the violence is the only civilized and guaranteed step to remove the main barriers that militate against economic freedom, social progress and sustenance of the environment in the DRC. It is in this perspective that the STBHF is appealing to the Emir of Qatar to lead the global community to organize an international fundraising conference to help the reconstruction of the DRC, and to provide assistance to meet the immediate and priority needs of the people of the DRC. This is one of the many ways to help promote the peace process in the DRC.
While all areas of Eastern DRC have been seriously affected by the war, all the other regions have suffered the most extensive destruction and devastation. We commend the Emir of Qatar for his peace and development agenda across Africa, and pray that Allah Almighty continue to protect and guide him with vision, good health and long life.
We encourage all parties in the DRC’s peace process to collectively work towards providing the immediate needs of the war ravaged areas of their country, which continue to experience severe social-economic hardships and deprivation. We assure all parties to the peace process of our continued advocacy in promoting peace in the DRC. We stand ready also to launch a global campaign for immediate assistance to begin a process of resettling, rehabilitating internally displaced persons, addressing the needs of women and children and helping the population to restart their economic activities.
The STBHF explicitly condemns war and the application of war as an instrument to settle political differences, either at national, regional, continental or international level. We also adhere to cherished principles of peace and amity amongst member-states of the United Nations.
Naturally, the STBHF has had to counter various lies, hate messages and malicious attacks peddled in the mainstream media as well as the social media platform. We often dismiss these attacks as nothing but mere fake news or misinformation and disinformation campaigns intended to embarrass the Emir of Qatar and the Qatari people.
In a conflict regime, Qatar under the wise leadership of the authentic Emir, His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, advocates peaceful solutions based on international law, international humanitarian law and arbitration. With the Emir of Qatar now at the forefront of the peace process in the DRC, we warn against fake news designed to reverse progress in attempts to end the bitter conflict in the Central DRC.
Long live the great Emir of Qatar! Long live Qatar-Africa Solidarity!!
Signed:
Miss Zainab Sanko Chief Executive Director The Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Foundation (STBHF)
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The French Navy has formally denied recent claims made by some Pakistani media outlets regarding the purported statements of a French officer on regional air engagements.
Reports had suggested that Captain Yvan Launay confirmed Pakistan’s air superiority and the downing of Indian Rafale jets, a claim that quickly circulated online.
In a statement, the French Navy clarified that Captain Launay never made any such remarks.
The Navy emphasized that Captain Launay’s role is purely technical and he did not comment on operational aerial engagements or the capabilities of foreign systems, including Chinese aircraft.
The clarification comes amid heightened tensions in the South Asian region, where misinformation and speculative reports can rapidly influence public perception.
Officials noted that attributing statements to military personnel without verification can create diplomatic misunderstandings and undermine regional stability.
The French Navy’s statement reinforces the importance of relying on verified sources when reporting on sensitive defense matters.
Captain Launay himself has remained neutral, focusing on technical expertise rather than operational or strategic assessments of foreign air forces.
This development serves as a reminder of the need for caution in media reporting on military affairs, especially in conflict-prone regions.
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PRETORIA-(MaraviPost)-President Cyril Ramaphosa has delivered the closing remarks at the G20 Leaders Summit, reflecting on South Africa’s historic tenure as the first African nation to host the forum.
In his address, President Ramaphosa extended his gratitude to G20 member states, invited countries, international organisations, and all participants for their support during South Africa’s Presidency.
He emphasised that the commitment of participating nations had been crucial in reaffirming the G20’s role as the premier platform for international economic cooperation and in addressing the world’s most pressing challenges.
President Ramaphosa noted that the summit occurred during a period of significant global difficulties, yet member states demonstrated the ability to unite and pursue a better world collectively.
South Africa’s leadership of the G20 placed Africa’s growth and development at the centre of the agenda, highlighting the continent’s potential as a key driver of 21st-century prosperity.
He stressed that realising this potential requires strong partnerships between Africa and the G20, and more broadly, between Africa and the global community.
President Ramaphosa also addressed the urgent need for global peace, calling for the cessation of conflicts and wars, and advocating for comprehensive and lasting resolutions.
The summit, he said, coincided with growing worldwide demands to tackle poverty, reduce inequality, and combat climate change.
Particular attention was given to the mounting debt burden in developing economies, which hampers their progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
The G20 pledged to provide support to low- and middle-income countries facing debt vulnerabilities, with the aim of creating a virtuous cycle of reduced debt, higher public investment, and inclusive economic growth.
Disaster resilience and climate adaptation were central themes, with President Ramaphosa noting that climate-induced natural disasters disproportionately affect nations with limited capacity to recover.
South Africa introduced the High-Level Voluntary Principles for Investing in Disaster Risk Reduction, encouraging international collaboration to enhance investment in both prevention and post-disaster recovery.
The summit also advanced discussions on the just energy transition, emphasising the need for climate finance, support for developing economies, and the mobilisation of private capital to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions.
President Ramaphosa highlighted the G20 Critical Minerals Framework as a key initiative to ensure that mineral resources contribute to sustainable development worldwide.
The South African Presidency also marked the conclusion of the first cycle of G20 Presidencies, during which the G20@20 Review was undertaken to gather perspectives from all participating members and guest countries.
Overall, the summit underscored the G20’s commitment to inclusive global cooperation, sustainable development, and Africa’s growing role on the international stage.
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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi’s Vice President Jane Ansah, arrived in Angola on Saturday evening to lead the country’s delegation at two major African Union meetings, marking the beginning of an important diplomatic assignment for the nation.
Her arrival at Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport in the Icolo e Bengo province was greeted by Foreign Affairs Minister George Chaponda, Malawi’s Ambassador to Angola Margaret Constance Kamoto, and several government officials who welcomed her to the host nation.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Ansah is set to participate in the 7th African Union–European Union Summit, a high-level forum where African and European leaders will revisit and strengthen their cooperation agenda.
This summit will delve into challenges and opportunities related to peace and security, governance, shared prosperity, global cooperation, and human mobility.
Beyond the official summit sessions, the Vice President will hold bilateral engagements with various partner countries.
These discussions will center on Malawi’s strategy to confront its immediate national pressures—including food scarcity, fuel constraints, fertilizer shortages, limited foreign exchange, and supply gaps in essential medicines.
This year’s summit holds symbolic importance as it commemorates 25 years of AU–EU partnership, a milestone reflecting long-standing commitment to collective development and shared political goals.
The event will be co-chaired by Angolan President João Lourenço and European Council President António Costa, bringing together influential leaders who are poised to reshape the future of intercontinental cooperation.
Joining them will be European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and African Union Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, further emphasizing the significance of the gathering.
With the theme “Promoting peace and prosperity through effective multilateralism,” the summit seeks to reinforce collaboration, deepen mutual trust, and chart a course for sustainable development and stability across Africa and Europe.
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KABWE-(MaraviPost)-Seven male suspects have been arrested in Kabwe for allegedly harassing Patriotic Front (PF) faction leader Given Lubinda on Wednesday.
The suspects are currently in police custody as they await formal charges.
Zambia Police Service public relations officer Godfrey Chilabi confirmed the arrests in a statement issued to the media.
He said investigations into the incident are still underway, and the public will be updated as more information becomes available.
Meanwhile, police in Kabwe have requested Mr Lubinda, who is the complainant in the matter, to submit a formal statement.
They have also advised him to complete the necessary case-complaint procedures to support the ongoing investigation.
Mr Chilabi emphasised that the Zambia Police Service maintains a strict zero-tolerance approach to political violence.
He reiterated that any form of politically motivated harassment, intimidation, or assault constitutes a criminal offence.
The incident has raised concerns about rising political tensions and the need for greater adherence to the rule of law.
Police have urged members of the public to refrain from acts of violence and to allow legal processes to take their course.
The arrests mark the first major step in the investigation as authorities work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the harassment of Mr Lubinda.
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