Barack Obama has the most Twitter followers of any president in the world. But he also happens to be one of the least connected global leaders on Twitter. How is this possible? It’s all about engagement, replies, and conversation. Twiplomacy have knocked together a fascinating cross section of global leaders and their influence on Twitter, below.
United States NSA whistleblower and fugitive Edward Snowden is in the wild. His lawyer confirmed to press on Thursday afternoon that Snowden had been granted refugee status by Russian authorities, the terms of which will allow Snowden to live in the country for one year.
The sex scandal involving Monica Lewinsky and former United States president Bill Clinton cannot be put to bed. The National Enquirer is claiming they have obtained a sex tape and love letters that Lewinsky made for Clinton. A cleaner has come forward with the tape which was meant to be destroyed in 1998.
This past weekend, City Press suggested that Helen Zille should maybe consider taking the reigns and run for the position of provincial premier in Gauteng. According to an article written by acclaimed political commentator and highly respected journalist, Stephen Grootes, there is no national legislation prohibiting her from doing so. If anything, Cape Town and Gauteng are […]
Don’t lie, we’ve all wondered what it would be like to be a fly on the wall inside the White House. Pete Souza is giving us the in we’ve been looking for. The official White House photographer has launched an Instagram account dedicated to the “behind-the-scenes” action of the president of the United States. […]
Although this may be his day, the acts of anti-apartheid revolutionary Nelson Mandela are appreciated and honoured every day. In order to reflect on where this historical man has come from and what he has been through, we’ve adapted this venture into history, thanks to Time World. From his birth in 1918 to becoming the father of […]
Today Nelson Mandela celebrates 95 years of his life, from struggle, to freedom. This infographic provides you with all the details of Mandela’s life from birth.
Local music group, In The Beginning have published a powerful tribute to president Nelson Mandela, titled ‘Thank You Madiba (TYM)’. The fairly incredible music video was published almost a month ago, and has so far enjoyed just under 7,000 views. Is this the best Nelson Mandela tribute video to have ever been produced? We think […]
Former president Nelson Mandela’s fight for freedom and democracy is not admired by all. Some have come forward to criticise the former president and called him a “sell out”.
In a recent interview with Hot97’s Angie Martinez, Jay-Z confirmed that he and president Barack Obama text each other. “I’ve had texts from Obama” the rapper said.
If you are trying to get the inside dish on President Robert Mugabe’s ruling party then listen out for this name, Baba Jukwa. Followers of this popular blogger will go to all lengths and heights it seems just to get the latest news.
Anyone who has read Long Walk To Freedom should be familiar with this incredible story about Nelson Mandela. How he was caught in a random roadblock in the Natal Midlands, and ultimately incarcerated for 27 years.
This is an excerpt of a video capturing the protests in Egypt. The short clip shows videographer Ahmed Assem capturing the final moments of his own life.
Every year, on 14 July, the French nation commemorates Bastille Day, marking the 1789 storming of the Bastille prison and the beginning of contemporary democracy. Bastille Day is a line in the sand, the third act of a revolution, and the start of a new life for the people of France. Fast forward to 2013, and the […]
A video showcases former president Nelson Mandela talking to a teenage boy suffering from brain cancer and reminding him to keep the faith and maintain a high spirit.
Nelson Mandela has been in hospital for almost a month. But while he remains in a critical condition, the broadcasting rights for his funeral are already being negotiated by the family.
The Mail & Guardian’s investigative journalism unit, amaBhungane, have uncovered over 12,000 pages of a report by the Department of Public Works on “Project A” – the construction and upgrade of Jacob Zuma’s R210 million Nkandla Homestead. The documents describe, as expressed by the Mail & Guardian, “an orgy of kowtowing”
This family tree will help you understand the structure of the Mandela family, where Mandla Mandela fits into the mix, and how all the other Mandela family members are connected.
The bodies exhumed from Mvezo Village late on Wednesday evening are to undergo forensic tests brfore they can be retuned to their original resting place.
[Wednesday Evening] There is a coup under way in Egypt right now. You can watch it happen live online streaming right here.
On Monday in Tanzania, United States President Barack Obama issued an executive order and initiative to help combat illegal wildlife trafficking in Africa. Click through to find out more.
Mandla Mandela’s half brother Ndaba Mandela is claiming that Mandla is “not the rightful chief of Mvezo” because he is an illegitimate child.
During his visit to South Africa, Obama not only dished out amazing speeches and visited the historical Robben Island, but he has also come across some unique talent. Click through to check out the video.
One year after the election of Egyptian president Mohamed Morsi, almost half a million people took to the streets protesting for the leader to leave office. Click through to see the video and pictures of their laser flashing tactics.
Last month Kenny Kunene wrote an open letter to South African president Jacob Zuma calling him a monster and a tyrant. Now Kunene is joining expelled ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema’s new political party, Economic Freedom Fighters.
Yesterday, the President Of The United States (POTUS) Barack Obama delivered a speech to a packed Jameson Hall on UCT’s Upper Campus. Check out the full 45 minute speech, above.
Every move the United States president Barack Obama has made has been documented by all. On Twitter and Instagram, Obama is the favourite to get a few pioctures of.
During a news conference on Thursday in Dakar with Senegalese President Macky Sall, United States President Barack Obama shared how he viewed former South African President Nelson Mandela as his “personal hero”.
On Wednesday the White House was said to be “embracing new filters”, those from Instagram. The new Instagram account will provide insight into the life of the US president while on his trip to Africa.