Friends or foes? Russian superyachts cause a stir at V&A Waterfront

Oligarchs send their floating palaces via Cape Town due to war clouds over Suez Canal

12 May 2024 - 00:00

A Cape Town stopover for two superyachts linked to Russian oligarchs has raised fresh concerns about South Africa’s stance on the war in Ukraine...

There’s never been a more important time to support independent media.

From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.

For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.

Already subscribed? Sign in below.



Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.

Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.