Rand Weakens against Strong Dollar amid Trump’s Policy Shifts
South Africa’s rand weakened against a strong dollar on Tuesday January 21, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a series of policy changes after […]
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Manhunt for Gang Leader ‘Tiger’ After Escape from South African Custody
South African authorities have launched on January 20 a manhunt for James Neo Tshoaeli, a notorious gangster known as “Tiger,” and are investigating how he […]
Identifying South African Mine Victims Called ‘Mammoth Task’
Police in South Africa warn that identifying the dozens of bodies retrieved this week from a disused mine in Stilfontein will be a “mammoth task.” […]
At Least 100 Dead After Months Trapped in South African Abandoned Gold Mine
At least 100 people mining illegally in an abandoned gold mine in South Africa have died after being trapped deep underground for months, despite efforts […]
South Africa: Dead bodies discovered in Gold Mine
Disturbing videos have surfaced showing the dire conditions faced by illegal miners living underground in a disused gold mine in South Africa. The miners, reportedly […]
Zimbabwe becomes latest African country to work with Russia to establish nuclear energy
Zimbabwe has become the latest African country to express an interest to work with Russia to establish nuclear energy as part of its efforts to […]
South African Manufacturing Shrinks Again as Demand Weakens
South Africa’s manufacturing sector posted its second consecutive monthly decline in December 2024, reflecting ongoing pressure from subdued domestic and international demand. According to the […]
Traditional Chief proposes two-year halt on xhosa circumcision practices in South Africa
In South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, a traditional chief has called for a two-year moratorium on traditional circumcision, a vital cultural initiation rite into adulthood […]
South Africa: Global Tensions Impact Currency Markets
South Africa’s rand weakened against major currencies as international investors shifted toward safe-haven assets amid escalating political uncertainty in South Korea. The currency movement reflects […]
G20: South Africa takes the reins of the movement
On Sunday, December 1, South Africa has officially taken over the Presidency of the G20 under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability.” This marks the […]