The man was also accused of possessing explosives, stealing laptops and breaking security laws. Former neighbors were shocked. His lawyer said the government was rushing to find a scapegoat.
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Mystery Deepens as Suspect Is Charged With Setting South Africa’s Parliament on Fire
The 49-year-old was also accused of possessing explosives, stealing laptops and breaking security laws. Former neighbors were shocked. His lawyer said the government was rushing to find a scapegoat.
South Africa Parliament: Suspect Charged in Fire to Appear in Court
A 49-year-old man is facing charges of arson and theft in the blaze, which started Sunday and heavily damaged legislative buildings in Cape Town.
Your Monday Briefing: South Africa’s Parliament Burns
Plus a breach in the DMZ and posturing about women’s rights in China.
South Africa Parliament Fire Still Burning After Hours
Officials warned that the damage to the buildings would be extensive. A man was arrested on Sunday morning inside the parliamentary complex, Parliament’s spokesman said.
With a Simple Funeral, South Africa Bids Farewell to Desmond Tutu
The archbishop and Nobel laureate left plans for an unostentatious ceremony, which were stripped back further under Covid restrictions.
South Africa Begins a Week of Mourning for Desmond Tutu
The cleric and anti-apartheid activist’s funeral will be held on Jan. 1 at the cathedral where he served as South Africa’s first Black archbishop.
Here Are Some of the Many Tributes for Desmond Tutu, a Force for Harmony
From prominent South African lawmakers to religious figures, many on social media honored Archbishop Tutu as a patriot of peaceful principles who dedicated his life to combating injustice everywhere.
‘A True South African Giant’: Tributes for Desmond Tutu, a Force for Harmony
From prominent South African lawmakers to religious figures, many on social media honored Archbishop Tutu as a patriot of peaceful principles who dedicated his life to combating injustice everywhere.
South Africa’s president tests positive for the coronavirus.
The 69-year-old leader was displaying mild Covid-19 symptoms. New cases in the country are rising quickly.