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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 […]
The activist Kémi Séba was unable to appear before the South African court on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The hearing, which was notably regarding the extradition request issued against him by the Beninese government, has been postponed to September 23, 2026. According to information reported by BIP Radio, this postponement is due to a technical […]
The SA-H2 Fund has secured an initial funding of 3 billion rand, or about 185 million dollars, to support the development of green hydrogen projects and its derivatives in South Africa. Managed by Climate Fund Managers, the vehicle aims for a final size of 12 billion rand by mid-2028. The fund announced this first financial […]
South Africa has launched a vast operation aimed at repatriating the remains of anti-apartheid militants who died in exile in Angola. Pretoria claims to have identified nearly 400 sites that may house their graves. Angola hosted the largest number of members of the ANC, the African National Congress, who went into exile during the struggle […]
In South Africa, the rise in electricity costs has increased companies’ interest in renewable energy. Solar power, combined with storage and wheeling, is becoming an increasingly sought-after solution to reduce dependence on the national grid. SolarAfrica, MPower, and Fledge Capital plan to develop a solar plant with a capacity of 184 megawatts associated with 300 […]
The South African football community is struck by a tragedy. Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams has passed away at the age of 25, just weeks after participating in the 2026 World Cup. The South African Football Players Union (SAFPU) has confirmed the player’s passing. South African football is in mourning following the death of Jayden […]
Winners against South Korea (1-0) thanks to a goal from Thapelo Maseko, South Africa has secured its spot in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The Bafana Bafana becomes the second African team to qualify for the knockout stage after Morocco. South Africa has become the second African nation to secure its […]
The incarceration of the president of the Urgences Panafricaniste NGO, Kemi Séba, continues. His request for bail has been rejected by the Pretoria court. The South African justice system has rejected the bail application made on behalf of the three co-defendants involved in the case with activist Kemi Seba. During the hearing held on Thursday, […]
Just a few days before a decisive match in Group A, FIFA has appointed American Tori Penso to referee the encounter between the Czech Republic and South Africa. She will be joined by her compatriots Brooke Mayo and Kathryn Nesbitt, making it a completely American officiating trio. FIFA has unveiled the identity of the officiating […]
Beaten by Mexico (2-0) in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, the Bafana Bafana want to bounce back quickly. Despite the disappointment, defender Ime Okon assures that the South African team remains focused on their upcoming match against the Czech Republic. South African defender Ime Okon has called on his teammates to quickly […]
Beaten 2-0 by Mexico in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup, South Africa has faced strong criticism. Analyst for beIN Sports, Jérôme Boateng notably pointed out a lack of intensity and control from the Bafana Bafana, already under pressure in Group A. The former German international Jérôme Boateng did not hold back his […]
The 2026 World Cup kicked off this Thursday with the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. The official lineups for both teams have been announced. The 2026 World Cup officially took flight this Thursday with a highly anticipated inaugural match between Mexico, one of the host countries, and South Africa. In a competitive atmosphere, […]
The South African justice system has postponed its decision regarding the bail application of activist Kemi Seba to June 18. According to information from the hearing on Monday, June 8, 2026, the court deemed it necessary to take additional time before ruling on this request. The activist therefore remains in pre-trial detention pending this decision. […]
Cyril Ramaphosa announced a tightening of measures against irregular immigration in South Africa, following several weeks of tensions and violence targeting foreign nationals. The South African president promises more controls, sanctions against employers, and expedited expulsion procedures, while warning groups that exploit the migration issue to provoke illegality and violence. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa […]
The scheduled appearance this Monday, April 20, 2026, in South Africa opens the first judicial step regarding Kemi Seba, without prejudging the merits of the case against him in Benin. Contrary to some interpretations, today’s hearing is first and foremost within the framework of South African law. The judges are set to review elements related […]
With 38.3 million monthly listeners, Nigerian singer Tems leads Africa’s most-streamed artists on Spotify and closes in on the absolute record held by South African Tyla. Nigerian singer Tems has surpassed South African Tyla in the ranking of Africa’s most listened-to artists on Spotify on a monthly basis. The performer of Love Me Jeje recently […]
Washington and Pretoria have reached a discreet compromise to continue pursuing a controversial U.S. program to admit South African Afrikaners as refugees, despite persistent disagreements between the two capitals. The agreement rests on a series of diplomatic exchanges held in late December 2025, according to reports. For several months now, the U.S. administration has implemented […]
