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Bontle Modiselle and Robot Boii will host the major amapiano event headlined by DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small on September 19 in Johannesburg.
Juba, Kinshasa, Libreville, Luanda, and Lusaka have been removed from Turkish Airlines’ future schedules. These routes, suspended since spring and initially announced as temporary, now have no resumption date.
The WBeauty Complete Clarifying Shampoo 250 ml has been recalled following the detection of Pluralibacter gergoviae. A COMESA alert issued on September 14 extends vigilance to cross-border purchases.
Cyril Ramaphosa has declared November 4, 2026, a national public holiday for municipal elections. Voters must cast their ballots in the constituency where they are registered, while employers are urged to allow them to go to the polls.
The Mpatamanga hydroelectric project enters a new phase with the launch of the tender for its main EPC contract. This 358.5 MW infrastructure is expected to nearly double Malawi’s production capacity and strengthen power supply for over one million new households.
The United States has announced new visa restrictions targeting certain foreigners linked to policies or actions that Washington deems discriminatory in South Africa, marking a further deterioration in relations between the two countries.
According to the Reserve Bank, the oil bill would have been 76 billion rand lower between 2021 and 2024 if refined products had accounted for 25% of imports. Meanwhile, CEF is preparing to restart SAPREF.
The National Bank of Angola cut its key interest rate by one percentage point to 14.75% on Tuesday, following a return of annual inflation below 9%. It also significantly raised its growth forecast for 2026.
Preliminary data from the Central Energy Fund indicates a significant under-recovery of fuel prices. If the trend continues until the end of the month, motorists could face another record increase in October.
Two U.S. personnel were slightly injured during an anti-smuggling operation in Maphiveni. Mbabane and Washington are working to establish the circumstances.
The discovery of a sixth woman’s body in two months in eastern Gauteng prompted Cyril Ramaphosa to call for a priority investigation. Authorities have yet to establish a public link between the cases.
From September 16 to 18, the Durban Fashion Fair celebrates its 15th anniversary with 84 designers, 20 young talents supported by its mentorship program, and 25 newly trained models for the runway.
Launched in South Africa for Heritage Month, the collaboration features three capsules of women’s ready-to-wear and a fragrance inspired by the country’s visual heritage.
George Lwandamina has called up 27 players to begin the qualifiers against Algeria and then Togo. Gamphani Lungu returns to the squad, while Ricky Chanda receives his first call-up.
In South Africa, September is dedicated to raising awareness about albinism. This serves as a reminder of which skin changes should be promptly shown to a healthcare professional and how to better protect the skin from UV rays.
The South African currency fell by approximately 1.1% against the dollar on Monday, driven by rising oil prices and a stronger dollar ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision.
The Zambian president has retained Situmbeko Musokotwane as head of Finance and National Planning as Lusaka seeks to finalize a new program with the IMF before the end of 2026.
Zambian star Barbra Banda has signed a new deal with Orlando Pride through the end of the 2029 season. The 26-year-old forward has just increased her club record to 16 goals in a single NWSL season.
The 12 commissions announced in early September remain stalled by the judiciary. The Office of the Speaker confirms they will not proceed while the judicial review is ongoing, following a meeting between the heads of the executive and legislative branches.
Durban City secured a 2-1 victory on Sunday in Bujumbura against Rukinzo. Having already won 1-0 in the first leg, the South African club advances to the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup.
The approval granted for two Equinix data centers near Cape Town Airport is under appeal. The project, estimated at around 170 MW, raises concerns about water, electricity, and the regulation of digital infrastructure.
Parliamentarians and legislative leaders from the Commonwealth are gathering in Cape Town from September 13 to 19 for the 69th annual conference. Discussions will focus on international law, parliamentary democracy, and inclusion.
As of the September 11 deadline, the MPs handling the Mkhwanazi case had not completed their review of the testimonies and documents. Their chair has approached Thoko Didiza for additional time before submitting the report.
The AfDB’s 2026 Country Report highlights a significant funding need and urges Antananarivo to further diversify its domestic and external resources.
