James Pheby

AFP journalist based in London.

Brexit is a ‘massive economic opportunity’: PM Johnson

Article James Pheby - 27 Jul 2019

In a speech in Manchester where he pledged new investment in Leave-voting areas, Johnson promised to step up negotiations on post-Brexit trade deals

Boris Johnson wins race to become Britain’s next PM

Article Alice Ritchie & James Pheby - 23 Jul 2019

The former London mayor easily beat his rival, Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt, in a poll conducted among members of the governing Conservative Party.

Theresa May: A legacy sunk by Brexit

Article James Pheby - 23 Jul 2019

The Conservative premier's turbulent time in office was swamped and ultimately sunk by her legacy-defining battle to secure a Brexit divorce deal

Assange in UK court over US extradition request

Article James Pheby - 2 May 2019

WikiLeaks editor-in-chief Kristinn Hrafnsson said on Wednesday that all efforts would now be focused on preventing Assange's extradition to the US

UK minister breaks ranks with no-deal Brexit warning

Article James Pheby - 10 Jan 2019

Greg Clark's comments contradicted official government policy of not ruling out a no-deal Brexit

‘Love Corbyn, hate Brexit’: Labour faces Brexit split

Article James Pheby - 25 Sep 2018

Britain's main opposition Labour Party is bracing for a tumultuous debate on the toxic issue of Brexit at its annual conference

UK to ban gay ‘conversion therapy’ after massive survey

Article James Pheby - 3 Jul 2018

Britain on Tuesday unveiled its 'action plan' to tackle discrimination against the gay community

Pink-haired whistleblower at heart of Facebook scandal

Article James Pheby - 27 Mar 2018

With Christopher Wylie's help, Carole Cadwalladr revealed how Cambridge Analytica scooped up data from millions of Facebook users in the US.

Assange in new bid to cancel UK arrest warrant

Article James Pheby - 13 Feb 2018

The WikiLeaks founder has been dodging an arrest warrant and extradition to Sweden over a probe into rape and sexual assault allegations against him.

The Cranberries singer Dolores O’Riordan dies aged 46

Article James Pheby - 16 Jan 2018

Irish singer-songwriter Dolores O'Riordan, frontwoman of the multi-million selling rock band The Cranberries, died suddenly in London on Monday.

World gears up for electric cars despite bumps in road

Article James Pheby - 27 Jul 2017

Technological advances mean fossil fuel in cars could be phased out within decades but switching to electric carries its own concerns.

Radical Muslim preacher set for extradition to US

Article James Pheby - 25 Sep 2012

Britain has prepared to hand over radical Muslim preacher Abu Hamza to the United States on terrorism charges.

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection