Author: Thabo Mkhize

Trump says Canada ‘lives’ because of U.S.: ‘Remember that, Mark’ dominates Davos debate Trump says Canada ‘lives’ because of U.S.: ‘Remember that, Mark’ became one of the most talked-about moments at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, after U.S. President Donald Trump publicly rebuked Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during his address to global political and business leaders. The remarks, delivered during Trump’s keynote speech, intensified already fragile US-Canada relations tensions and triggered immediate diplomatic reactions across North America and Europe. They also came amid renewed controversy surrounding Trump’s comments on Greenland, NATO allies, and the use of tariffs…

‘The Old Order is Not Coming Back’: Mark Carney’s Speech at Davos ‘The Old Order is Not Coming Back’: Mark Carney’s Speech at Davos set the tone for one of the most widely discussed addresses at the World Economic Forum, as Mark Carney delivered a stark warning about the future of global governance, great power rivalry, and the erosion of the rules-based international order. Speaking in Davos, Switzerland, Carney argued that the assumptions underpinning global stability since the end of the Cold War are no longer reliable. His remarks resonated strongly with policymakers, business leaders, and analysts grappling with rising…

US says Nigeria must ‘protect Christians’ at security talks US says Nigeria must ‘protect Christians’ at security talks as Washington renewed diplomatic pressure on Abuja following a wave of mass kidnappings targeting churches in Kaduna state. The remarks came during a high-level security meeting in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, highlighting growing tensions over how religious violence is framed and addressed in Africa’s most populous nation. The comments were delivered by a senior US State Department official as Nigeria continues to battle multiple armed groups responsible for kidnappings, terrorism, and communal violence affecting both Christian and Muslim communities. US Nigeria security talks…

UPDATE: Vaal crash driver charged with 14 counts of murder UPDATE: Vaal crash driver charged with 14 counts of murder as the investigation into the devastating Vanderbijlpark scholar transport crash continues to unfold, sending shockwaves across South Africa and reigniting concerns over illegal scholar transport safety risks. This remains a developing story, and eKayNews will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Vaal crash murder charges confirmed in court The Vaal crash murder charges were formally confirmed after the taxi driver involved in the fatal crash abandoned his bail application in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court. The 22-year-old driver…

Trump wants ‘immediate negotiations’ to acquire Greenland but insists he ‘won’t use force’ Trump wants ‘immediate negotiations’ to acquire Greenland but insists he ‘won’t use force’, US President Donald Trump said during a controversial and wide-ranging address to global leaders at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, reviving one of the most debated foreign policy ideas of his presidency. Speaking before an international audience, Trump framed the proposed US acquisition of Greenland as a national security necessity rather than an economic or territorial grab, while repeatedly stressing that he would not resort to military force to achieve the goal.…

European leaders criticize Trump’s foreign policies as Greenland tensions loom over Davos European leaders criticize Trump’s foreign policies as Greenland tensions loom over Davos, setting the tone for a tense World Economic Forum as global leaders clash over international law, sovereignty and geopolitical stability. Remarks made by senior European figures reflect growing unease over United States foreign policy positions, particularly former President Donald Trump’s renewed rhetoric regarding Greenland. As world leaders, business executives and policymakers gathered in Davos, Switzerland, the issue of Greenland unexpectedly emerged as a focal point of debate, highlighting deeper divisions between the US and its European…

Tuesday’s Weather: Heavy Rain in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Thundershowers in 8 Provinces The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued alerts for Tuesday’s weather: Heavy rain in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, thundershowers in 8 provinces. Residents in affected regions are urged to remain cautious as the rainfall may cause flooding and disrupt daily activities. Heavy rain is expected to continue in Limpopo, particularly in low-lying areas, while Mpumalanga will experience severe thunderstorms with the potential for localized flooding. Authorities warn that disrupted roads, damaged infrastructure, and overflowing rivers may occur. SAWS Flood Warnings and Regional Impacts According to SAWS, several provinces, including Gauteng,…

Vaal horror crash: Scholar taxi driver charged Vaal horror crash: Scholar taxi driver charged following a devastating Vaal scholar transport crash in Vanderbijlpark that has left South Africa reeling after 13 learners lost their lives in one of the deadliest school transport accidents in recent years. The crash occurred on Monday, January 19, and has sparked nationwide grief and renewed calls for urgent reforms in scholar transport safety. 13 Vanderbijlpark learner deaths confirmed The Vanderbijlpark learner deaths were confirmed by Gauteng police after a scholar transport vehicle collided with a truck. Thirteen learners died at the scene, while several others…

Human error identified as preliminary cause of crash that claimed lives of 13 pupils Human error identified as preliminary cause of crash that claimed lives of 13 pupils has been cited by investigators following a devastating scholar transport accident near Vanderbijlpark that left families, schools and the nation in mourning. The tragic Vanderbijlpark scholar transport crash occurred during the early morning school run on Monday, when a minibus taxi carrying pupils collided head-on with a heavy truck along a narrow and dangerous stretch of road in the Vaal region, south of Johannesburg. The collision resulted in the deaths of 13…

Ekurhuleni MMC missing after vehicle swept away in Mozambique floods Ekurhuleni MMC missing after vehicle swept away in Mozambique floods has sparked growing concern in South Africa after confirmation that Andile Mngwevu, the City of Ekurhuleni’s MMC for Roads and Transport, remains unaccounted for following severe flooding in southern Mozambique. The incident occurred in Chokwé, a flood-prone area in Gaza Province, where intense rainfall caused rivers to overflow, sweeping away vehicles, homes and vital infrastructure. Mngwevu was part of an official municipal delegation when disaster struck, highlighting the unpredictable and devastating nature of the current weather system affecting the region.…