BEIJING: Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Friday that China stands ready to work with South Africa to deepen political mutual trust and firmly support each other on issues concerning their respective core interests and major concerns.

South Africa, a normally vocal presence in global climate and environment forums, has eroded its influence because of a political fight that led to the firing of its environment minister.

Police are investigating allegations that Jacob Zuma's daughter, Duduzile, lured men into fighting in Ukraine.

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa stated the United States indicated a possible change of mind regarding its G20 summit boycott. The White House swiftly rejected this, calling it fake news and confirming only a formal handover ceremony attendance.

South Africa’s finance minister adopted a 3% inflation target, giving political backing to the central bank which lobbied for the change, while cautioning that debt will now peak at a slightly higher level.

For democracies to function well, citizens have to trust their institutions. Every incidence of bad service delivery or corruption will influence how much citizens trust institutions.

A matriculant in Hartbeespoort passed away after being struck by a school bus, which was attempting to flee violence at the school, sparking mixed reactions online.

Turkish President Erdoğan used his platform at the G20 Leaders' Summit in South Africa to praise the host nation for its human rights advocacy, particularly regarding Palestine. He condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as 'genocide,