Nicolas Maduro
Nicolás Maduro is a Venezuelan politician who has served as President of Venezuela since 2013. He assumed office following the death of his predecessor, Hugo Chávez, and was initially elected in a special presidential election held in April 2013. Maduro is a member of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela and has continued many of the socialist policies established during the Chávez era. His presidency has been marked by severe economic crisis, hyperinflation, widespread shortages of basic goods and a mass exodus of Venezuelan citizens. The legitimacy of his rule has been contested internationally, particularly following the 2018 presidential election, which many countries and international organisations deemed neither free nor fair. The United States, the European Union and numerous Latin American nations have imposed sanctions on his government and refused to recognise his authority, while he retains support from countries including Russia, China, Iran and, at times, South Africa through forums such as BRICS. Maduro's government has faced accusations of human rights abuses, suppression of political opposition and undermining democratic institutions. Before entering politics, he worked as a bus driver and trade union organiser, later serving as foreign minister under Chávez from 2006 to 2013. His tenure has been characterised by deepening international isolation in the West and closer alignment with non-Western powers, making Venezuela a focal point in debates over sovereignty and international intervention.
Nicolas Maduro Updates
Statement on indictment of Raul Castro by US department of justice
25th May 2026 The South African Communist Party (SACP) has noted with grave concern the US government’s decision through its department of justice to indict... →
SACP welcomes and commends Russia’s energy intervention in Cuba
16th February 2026 The South African Communist Party (SACP) has noted and commented on the ongoing energy crisis in Cuba as caused by the US economic asphyxiation of... →
Lessons for Africa from US military action in Venezuela
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 2nd February 2026 Had Maduro enjoyed undisputed electoral legitimacy, his capture by a foreign power would have been far more costly. America’s military removal of... →
IMF forecasts 1.4% growth for South Africa in 2026, while highlighting risks to global growth outlook 
By: Terence Creamer 19th January 2026 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has made a small 0.2 percentage point upward revision to South Africa’s projected growth for 2026 in its... →
SAJFP condemns US actions in Venezuela as a violation of international law
8th January 2026 South African Jews for a Free Palestine (SAJFP) condemns the recent United States aggression against the sovereignty of Venezuela. We categorically... →
Daily Podcast – January 06, 2026
By: Thabi Shomolekae 6th January 2026 Making headlines: DA accuses Dirco of hypocrisy in Venezuela invasion; Business activity declined sharply in December; And, Central African... →
ANC calls for immediate release of Venezuelan President
By: Thabi Shomolekae 6th January 2026 The African National Congress (ANC) wants the US to immediately and unconditionally release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from custody,... →
DA accuses Dirco of hypocrisy in Venezuela invasion
By: Thabi Shomolekae 6th January 2026 After opposing the Department of International Relations and Cooperations’ (Dirco) appeal to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to urgently... →
DA condemns DIRCO for diplomatic hypocrisy in Venezuela
6th January 2026 The Department of International Relations and Cooperations’ (DIRCO) appeal to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to urgently convene to... →
Letter to Mahlamba Ndlopfu: US vs Venezuela - time for action
6th January 2026 Ah, Chief Dwasaho! As I write this letter, cutting short my holiday, I scan the wires and wait for a media statement from Pretoria following the... →
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