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South Africa Calls In New US Ambassador Over ‘Undiplomatic’ Comments

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South Africa summons new US ambassador over alleged undiplomatic remarks, raising diplomatic tensions and prompting calls for clarification.

South Africa : Stakeholders Slam Draft Local Governance White Paper at Tense Consultation

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Stakeholders criticize South Africa’s draft Local Governance White Paper, demanding major reforms, transparency, and genuine public engagement.

South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 5 wickets in T20 World Cup

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South Africa clinch thrilling five-wicket victory, boosting momentum and confidence in their T20 World Cup campaign.

South Africa hand India first defeat at T20 World Cup 2026

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South Africa stun India with first defeat at T20 World Cup 2026, thrilling global cricket fans.

South African rand softens as markets await jobs data

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South African rand weakens as investors await key jobs data, signaling near-term economic direction.

In South Africa’s affluent Western Cape, farmers lose cattle to drought

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KNYSNA, South Africa, Feb 11 (Reuters) - In South Africa's most visited and affluent province, Western Cape, one of the worst droughts in living...

South African president pledges focus on crime and water crises

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South African president vows strong action on rising crime and worsening water crises, promising urgent nationwide reforms.

South Africa’s Ramaphosa backs efforts to end Ukraine war in call with Putin

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Ramaphosa voices support for ending the Ukraine war during call with Putin, urging dialogue and peaceful resolution.

South Africa Expands Renewable Grid Storage to Stabilize Power Supply

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South Africa has announced a major expansion of grid-scale battery energy storage projects aimed at stabilizing the national power system and supporting the integration...

South Africa Announces Green Steel Pilot to Decarbonize Heavy Industry

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South Africa has announced a national green steel pilot project designed to reduce emissions from one of the country’s most carbon-intensive industries. Revealed on...

South Africa Launches National AI Skills Corps to Train 150,000 Digital Professionals

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South Africa’s Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) officially launched the National AI Skills Corps on December 7, 2025. This flagship program represents...

South Africa to Fast-Track Domestic Gas Exploration to Bolster Energy Security

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The South African government has announced a major push to fast-track domestic gas exploration and the development of related infrastructure projects. This initiative, officially...

Ramaphosa Closes G20 Summit, Rejects US Handover Protocol Amid Boycott 🇿🇦🇺🇸

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa formally closed the G20 Summit 2025 in Johannesburg on Sunday, November 23, affirming the event's success as a win...

South Africa Citrus Exports Hit Record High in 2025, Up 22% Year-on-Year

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South Africa's citrus export sector achieved a record performance in 2025, with export volumes rising by approximately 22% year-on-year. This strong growth underscores the...

S&P Global Upgrades South Africa’s Credit Rating to ‘BB’, First Hike in Nearly 20 Years

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S&P Global has upgraded South Africa’s long-term foreign-currency sovereign rating from "BB-" to "BB". This decision marks the country’s first sovereign credit rating upgrade...

South Africa Appointed Interim Chair of SADC Amid Madagascar Instability 🇿🇦

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The Southern African Development Community (SADC) confirmed that South Africa has been appointed as the regional bloc's interim chair, effective immediately. The appointment follows...

Trump Announces US Boycott of G20 Johannesburg Summit, Citing ‘Human Rights Abuses’ 🇿🇦🇺🇸

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US President Donald Trump announced on Friday, November 7, 2025, that no U.S. government official, including Vice President JD Vance, will attend the upcoming...

Single Scheme Announces Near-20% Premium Hike for 2026, Pressuring Households 🇿🇦

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South Africa's private healthcare sector is currently releasing its premium increases for 2026, with most major schemes announcing modest adjustments generally below 10%. However,...

FlySafair Cabin Crew Strike Begins Over Pay Dispute, Airline Minimizes Disruption 🇿🇦

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Cabin crew members at FlySafair, represented by the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA), have commenced strike action today over a breakdown in wage...

SASSA Double Payment Week Starts Today, Advancing November Grants to Ease Strain

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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced the start of a "double payment week" beginning today, October 25, 2025, for millions of...

FATF Removes South Africa from ‘Grey List’; Rand Strengthens on Investor Confidence

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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) officially announced the removal of South Africa from its “grey list” (jurisdictions under increased monitoring) on Friday, October...

South Africa and Türkiye Launch Inaugural Bi-National Commission, Deepening Trade and Defense Ties

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South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile led an official delegation on a working visit to Türkiye to co-chair the inaugural Bi-National Commission (BNC) with...

South Africa to Pioneer Rollout of Twice-Yearly Injectable HIV Prevention Drug Lenacapavir

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 South Africa, the country with the world's highest HIV prevalence, is on the verge of a major public health breakthrough with the planned rollout...

Rand Plunge to R18.23 Spurs Warning of Soaring Fuel, Food Costs and Salary Erosion This October

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The South African Rand (ZAR) has plunged to R18.23 against the US Dollar this October, triggering immediate economic concerns over inflation and household finances....

South Africa’s Growth Outlook Revised Up, But US Tariffs and Trade Risk Persist

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The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has upgraded its GDP growth forecast for 2025 from 0.9% to 1.4%, a revision announced after its September...

Indian Mining Industry Sees Opportunities in South Africa Amid Eased Regulations

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The Indian mining industry is increasingly eyeing South Africa as a key destination for investment, driven by the South African government’s recent moves to...

Discovery Bank Aims to Boost South African Loan Book to R3 Billion

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Discovery Bank, one of South Africa’s newest lenders, is embarking on an ambitious plan to nearly double its customer base and significantly grow its...

ADvTECH Launches Emeris, Unifying Top Higher Education Brands in South Africa

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JSE-listed ADvTECH has unveiled Emeris, a new private higher education brand that brings together its Varsity College, Vega School, and MSA brands under a...

17% of South African Tenants Behind on Rent as Debt Levels Rise

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A recent report reveals that 16.9% of South African tenants are currently behind on their rental payments, as the PayProp Rental Index shows rental...

An offbeat study abroad destination is suddenly trending among international students

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West Africa is emerging as the new hotspot for international education, registering the fastest growth in student interest across Africa. According to data from...

SA plans anti-HIV jab roll-out at hundreds of clinics by April

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South Africa’s health department is preparing to introduce the world’s first long-acting injectable HIV prevention medicine, lenacapavir (LEN), at more than 300 public clinics...

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South Africa's private healthcare sector is currently releasing its...

FlySafair Cabin Crew Strike Begins Over Pay Dispute, Airline Minimizes Disruption 🇿🇦

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Cabin crew members at FlySafair, represented by the South...

Ramaphosa Closes G20 Summit, Rejects US Handover Protocol Amid Boycott 🇿🇦🇺🇸

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa formally closed the G20...

South Africa Appointed Interim Chair of SADC Amid Madagascar Instability 🇿🇦

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The Southern African Development Community (SADC) confirmed that South...

Starlink Eyes South African Market as Connectivity Demand Grows, Says McDonald’s SA CEO

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SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is reportedly eyeing South Africa as a priority market in its global expansion plans, according to insights shared by McDonald’s South Africa CEO, Greg Solomon.