South Africa

Tom Cruise, 62, received a Guinness record for the most jumps with a burning parachute in the movie "Mission Impossible 8" - 16 times. Filming took place in South Africa.

The Russian Federation is actively buying up Soviet-made parts all over the world in order to prevent them from reaching Ukraine.

The global economy is experiencing its weakest growth since the COVID-19 pandemic due to Trump's trade policies. The OECD has lowered growth forecasts for many G20 countries.

One of the strands of the galaxy that emits radio waves has a break. It was probably damaged by a neutron star-pulsar colliding at great speed.

19,546 cases of deportation of children to Russia have been recorded in Ukraine. Since the beginning of the invasion, 1,324 children have been returned, but 1.6 million remain in the occupied territories.

Donald Trump stated that the decision to exclude Russia from the G8 was a mistake. He also did not rule out the participation of the United States in the G20 summit, which will be hosted by South Africa.

During a meeting with the President of South Africa, Trump said he called Zelenskyy when he heard that the Ukrainian leader was in South Africa. Ramaphosa confirmed the fact of their meeting.

The presidents of the United States and South Africa expressed a common desire to see an end to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Ramaphosa stressed that South Africa can share its peacekeeping experience.

US President Donald Trump met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Relations between the countries were strained after the freezing of aid to South Africa and the expulsion of the ambassador.

Nissan plans to close two factories in Japan and factories in Mexico, India, Argentina and South Africa. The company is suffering losses and planning a reorganization.

The Chandra Observatory recorded a fracture in a bone-like cosmic structure. The reason was the impact of a pulsar moving at a speed of up to 3.2 million km/h.

The White House National Security Council has ordered the suspension of US preparations for the G20 summit in South Africa due to Trump's threats to boycott it over the land confiscation law. Trump accused South Africa of genocide of whites.

In Geneva, a rare 10. 3-carat blue diamond was sold at auction for $21.5 million. It was purchased by a private collector from the United States, whose name has not been disclosed.

Ukrainian icebreaker "Noosfera" has completed its fourth Antarctic season, making 5 voyages to Antarctica and covering over 20,000 nautical miles. The ship provided crew changes and conducted joint research with various countries.

India plans to bid to the ICC to host the World Test Championship final in 2027. This could affect the match schedule in England and create problems due to relations with Pakistan.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that American and European instructors are monitoring aid to Ukraine. Of the $105 billion in aid from the US, most went to weapons.

The President of South Africa stated that possible territorial concessions from Ukraine are a prerequisite for peace. However, the main thing is Ukraine's desire for an immediate ceasefire to start negotiations.

The President of Ukraine stated that the night attack of the Russian Federation on Ukraine was one of the most difficult, and is connected with pressure on the USA. As a result of the attack, there are destruction and victims in various regions of the country.

South African President Ramaphosa reported on a conversation with Trump regarding the peace process in Ukraine. They agreed to meet to discuss relations between the United States and South Africa.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy handed over to President of the Republic of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa a list of 400 Ukrainian children who were forcibly taken to Russia. The President emphasized the need for their return.

The President of South Africa announced a conversation with Putin regarding the search for a peaceful path. He called on the parties to a comprehensive ceasefire to begin negotiations.

The President is cancelling part of his visit to South Africa due to the night-time Russian attack. He instructed Umerov to contact partners regarding air defense systems and will inform Ramaphosa about the situation.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in South Africa for talks with President Cyril Ramaphosa, politicians, community and student leaders from Africa. Kyiv is counting on South Africa's support in returning abducted children.

The US President has announced the introduction of new duties for certain countries. In particular, China - 34%, the European Union and Great Britain - 20%.

On April 2, new tariffs initiated by Trump, which could lead to a global trade war, come into force in the United States. Tariffs of 15% will affect countries with the largest trade deficit.

In South Africa, a 7-year-old boy lost his hand after being attacked by a crocodile while fishing near the town of Brits. The boy was rescued by three people, but the hand could not be saved.

An Impala Mark 1 plane crashed during the West Coast Air Show in South Africa. Experienced pilot James O'Connell died, an investigation is underway.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool is no longer a desirable person in the country. Trump cut aid to South Africa over the land expropriation law.

The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will visit South Africa on April 10 for talks with President Cyril Ramaphosa. The meeting is aimed at finding ways to peacefully resolve the war with Russia.

The Trump administration is cutting off funding for 5,800 USAID projects, including vaccination and treatment programs. The withdrawal of support will affect millions of people in developing countries and threatens to increase mortality.