Malema, Motlanthe unite to topple Zuma

JOHANNESBURG — The expelled South African ruling African National Congress (ANC) youth leader has vowed to challenge his dismissal from the party in court amid indications the firebrand politician is mobilising support to topple President Jacob Zuma.

Obama hits back in Russia ‘hot mike’ row

Seoul — US President Barack Obama on Tuesday hit back at Republicans who pounced after he was overheard telling Russia’s leader he could be more flexible over a missile defence row after November’s election.

French election candidates disappear from screens

Paris — Like most modern election races, the start of France’s presidential battle was dominated by televised rallies and debates but, with four weeks to go, the candidates are disappearing from screens.

China, Russia vow to lift bilateral ties to new level

NEW DELHI — Chinese President Hu Jintao and his Russian counterpart Dmitri Medvedev discussed bilateral ties and other issues of common concern here yesterday, agreeing to promote China-Russia relations to a new level.

South Sudan independence presents new investment opportunities for all

South Sudan has the biggest wildlife migration in the world today. This is a resource for successful tourism and challenge to the Maasai Mara of Kenya and Serengeti of Tanzania.

Botswana angered by Sata outburst

The Government of Botswana may demand an apology from Zambia for President Michael Sata’s disparaging remarks when he visited that country last week.
The Watchdog understands that MPs in Botswana on Tuesday 27 March 2012 raised the issue in the Parliament of Botswana.

Mali coup leaders announce constitution

Mali’s coup leaders have announced a new constitution and pledged to hold elections even as the West African nation’s neighbours sent a high-level delegation to lobby for the restoration of democracy.

Cuba rejects Pope’s plea for political reform

A top Cuban official has said there are no prospects for political change on the communist-run island, despite Pope Benedict XVI’s appeals for “renewal” and “a better society”.

US flight diverted after pilot is restrained

A JetBlue flight bound for Las Vegas was diverted to Texas following what federal authorities described as “erratic behaviour” by the captain, who passengers said had to be restrained after he pounded on the locked cockpit door.

Strauss-Kahn called women ‘equipment’

Lille — Disgraced former IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn admitted to police that he referred to young women guests at sex parties as “equipment” in text messages, according to a report yesterday.

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