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In today’s episode, former US President Donald Trump is again lashing out at South Africa with recycled false claims of genocide. In a new Truth Social post, he threatens to block Pretoria from next year’s G20 Summit, alleging “horrific human rights abuses” against Afrikaners and descendants of European settlers. President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected the remarks as “regrettable”, (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/ramaphosa-stands-firm-trump-rants-over-sas-place-2026-g20) emphasising that South Africa’s place in the G20 is backed by all member states. Analysts note the US cannot unilaterally exclude a member, though it could deny visas to South African officials. Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says G20 talks highlighted strong support for visa reform and that Americans continue to travel to South Africa despite political misinformation.
In Washington, Trump has deployed 500 additional National Guardsmen (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/g20-summit-gathering-spurs-tourism-growth-sa) after two servicemen were critically injured in a shooting near the White House. An Afghan national is in custody, and Homeland Security has classified the incident as a terror attack.
Back home, alleged crime boss Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala continues his testimony before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee. (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/livestream-matlala-returns-ad-hoc-committee) He maintains he once paid former police minister Bheki Cele for political favours but now claims imprisonment affects his ability to recall key details.
Pressure is also mounting on MK Party MP Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla. While on trial for incitement and terrorism linked to the July 2021 unrest, she now faces renewed scrutiny over allegations that she recruited men to fight for Russia in Ukraine. The DA is calling for a full investigation as questions grow about possible diplomatic repercussions.
KwaZulu-Natal faces more severe weather (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/more-extreme-weather-expected-kzn-reels-floods) as level 4 warnings are issued across the province. Hundreds remain displaced after the New Hanover floods, and two people are still missing. Provincial officials say the crisis underscores the need for stronger disaster resilience, while climate experts link the events to broader energy-transition challenges.
We’re also keeping an eye on:
· Pretoria High Court Judge Portia Phahlane was placed on special leave (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/judge-phahlane-put-leave-amid-corruption-claims) amid corruption and money-laundering allegations.
· A deadly Hong Kong high-rise fire has killed at least 55 people, (https://www.enca.com/news-top-stories/hong-kong-high-rise-fire-kills-least-44-still-burning) with more than 250 still unaccounted for as investigations begin.
SPORTS Liverpool’s struggles continue after a 4–1 Champions League defeat to PSV, marking nine losses in twelve matches. Across Europe, Real Madrid, PSG and
others deliver high-scoring wins, while Stellenbosch FC climbs out of the relegation zone with a comeback victory over Orbit College.
That is your News Bite for 27 November 2025. For updates on these stories and more, visit enca.com or watch us on DStv Channel 403.
