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In Bloemfontein and then in the Northern Cape, Julius Malema outlined the EFF’s municipal priorities ahead of the November 4 local elections, including the fight against corruption, water, electricity, and employment.
South African singer Jabulile Majola released “Ipasi” on September 11, 2026, a project of 11 tracks dedicated to identity, change, and personal experiences.
South Africa, Egypt, and Ethiopia, along with other BRICS members, adopted the New Delhi Declaration, which calls for restraint and diplomatic resolution of conflicts.
The South African electoral commission argues in the Electoral Court that the ANC failed to finalize 181 candidacies on time in six municipalities and rejects the claim of a technical failure.
Arriving Friday in the Indian capital for the 18th BRICS summit, Cyril Ramaphosa aims to advance the reform of global institutions, African investment, and local processing of raw materials.
Grindstone Ventures has launched a 500 million rand fund, approximately $31.2 million, to support African tech startups from seed stage to Series A.
Six Nigerian nationals arrested in Cape Town in 2021 were handed over to U.S. authorities on Friday. They face charges in the United States for online scams and money laundering related to romance fraud.
The Nigerian Parliament has indefinitely suspended its official visits to South Africa, citing violence against African migrants and the safety of its nationals.
The event organized on Saturday in Sandton will feature yoga, Pilates, and HIIT, beauty and nutrition booths, as well as meetings with wellness professionals.
South Africa processed 86,596 foreign nationals under expulsion and repatriation procedures between 14 June and 20 August 2026. Pretoria simultaneously claims to have intensified border and business inspections as part of its five-point migration plan.
South Africa’s economy contracted by 0.2% in the second quarter 2026, according to Stats SA. The sharper-than-expected decline ends six consecutive quarters of growth, notably due to mining, trade, and manufacturing.
Data centers in South Africa are the subject of a growing debate over their consumption of water, electricity, and land. A consultation by the South African Human Rights Commission has gathered more than 250 contributions.
Wanted in the United Kingdom in the investigation into the death of his wife and two daughters, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma pleaded guilty on Tuesday in Johannesburg to several offenses related to weapon possession and his immigration status. An extradition procedure to the United Kingdom is also underway.
Eight people are now targeted in the investigation into an alleged network of illegal electricity reconnections within the municipality of Emfuleni, in Gauteng. The alleged damage approaches 10 million rand, while investigations continue.
The Ghanaian Minister of Foreign Affairs now reports four nationals dead in the context of the wave of xenophobic violence and harassment in South Africa. Accra continues its diplomatic and legal efforts following the evacuation of 1,964 people.
Twelve people have been arrested in South Africa following the violent death of a Lesotho shepherd accused of cattle theft. The suspects, including ten foreign nationals and two South Africans, are being charged with murder and are scheduled to appear in court on Monday. Twelve people have been arrested in South Africa following the violent […]
Aubrey Tsengwa, a municipal councillor of the African National Congress (ANC) and former mayor of Knysna, was shot and killed on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, around 9:20 PM in this city of the Western Cape, South Africa. At the age of 48, he was driving home with three passengers. The attack occurs less than three […]
The annual inflation in South Africa slowed to 4.3% in July 2026, down from 5% in June, according to data released on Wednesday, August 19, by Statistics South Africa. This decrease brings the price increase closer to the target range set by the South African Reserve Bank. The Consumer Price Index used as the main […]
Gathered in Durban, the leaders of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) concluded their annual summit on August 17. The South African presidency, now held for a year by Cyril Ramaphosa, particularly highlighted migration tensions, the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), regional infrastructure, and the creation of a common tourist visa. […]
The South African state-owned group Transnet is requesting 35 billion rand, about 2.2 billion dollars, from the National Treasury to renovate its port facilities and several railway lines. The goal is to reduce the logistical constraints that hinder exports and stifle economic activity. The request was announced on Thursday, August 13, by the South African […]
After being at the center of a heated controversy in Nigeria, Tyla delivered a unifying message at the South African Music Awards. The South African singer called for a united Africa, reaffirming her attachment to her African identity. The South African singer Tyla called for unity on the African continent at the South African Music […]
South Africa estimates the cost of operations carried out after recent protests against illegal foreigners to be nearly 300 million rands, or around 16 million euros. Pretoria claims that nearly 90,000 foreign nationals left the country between the end of June and the beginning of August, mostly Malawians. The South African Department of Home Affairs […]
Ghana and South Africa have joined the intercontinental playoffs for the 2027 Women’s World Cup after their respective victories against Ivory Coast and Nigeria. Both African teams will have to go through a first round before trying to secure one of the last three spots for the World Cup. At least seven nations have already […]
As Gianni Infantino faces growing opposition, Patrice Motsepe once again offers his support. The president of CAF believes that the future of the FIFA chief should be decided by the ballot box, strictly following the global body’s procedures. The president of the African Football Confederation (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, has defended Gianni Infantino as the FIFA […]
