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The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has been formally notified by the Israeli authorities regarding the status of the South African citizens who participated in the recent Global Flotilla initiative. We have received confirmation that the individuals in question are scheduled to be released from detention and will be repatriated, departing via Jordan tomorrow …
Milk + Cookies, the Atlanta-based production powerhouse founded by four Morehouse College alumni, is thrilled to announce the return of Milk + Cookies Music Week South Africa in 2026, with multi-platinum hip-hop sensation Gunna as headliner. Building on the groundbreaking 2025 debut – headlined by Kaytranada – which drew 20,000 attendees, the 21-day cultural celebration runs from 24 December 2025 …
Staff Writer ·6 Oct 2025 The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) officially expired last week, ending a 25-year-old trade lifeline to South Africa and several key industries. The Act, which was enacted in May 2000, enabled approximately 17% of South African exports to the US to enter duty-free. Over the quarter-century, the Act has …
South Africa surprised the United States with a 2-1 victory at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Chile on Sunday and coach Raymond Mdaka says they will keep the same fighting spirit in their Round of 16 clash against Colombia on Wednesday. South Africa, who are African champions, fell behind early on but an own …
6 October 2025 – The South U20 Men’s National team, Amajita, made history by becoming the first South African National team to win two matches at a FIFA World Cup. Raymond Mdaka’s side defeated group favourites USA 2-1 in a pulsating last Group E match at Estadio El Teniente in Rancagua, Chile on Sunday. The …
An Abakan Air Il-76 transport aircraft that arrived in Upington last week was carrying general non-military cargo, including civilian helicopters and aerobatic aircraft, according to South Africa’s Department of Transport. A City Press/Rapport article over the weekend hinted that it might have been carrying weapons to the nearby Vastrap testing range, and linked the airline …
Malcolm Libera ·6 Oct 2025 South Africa’s concerningly high youth unemployment rate is a ticking time bomb that only economic growth can defuse. This is according to the Institute of Race Relations (IRR) CEO John Endres, who said the country’s huge youth unemployment rate could threaten the country’s social and political stability if not addressed …
A new report, The First 100 Paychecks: An Investigation into South Africa’s new professionals, by the University of Cape Town (UCT) Liberty Institute of Strategic Marketing, has revealed that South African graduates find the transition to adulthood more challenging than ever. Over 80% of surveyed graduates view their degrees as worthwhile investments, but many struggle …
Over the past few months, a growing number of companies across multiple industries have announced plans to cut thousands of jobs in South Africa, delivering yet another blow to an economy already grappling with high unemployment and sluggish growth. This ongoing wave of retrenchments threatens to further stall the country’s economic recovery, as businesses struggle …
The South African government launched the Broadband Infraco Modernised National Broadband Backbone on Thursday, 2 October 2025, promising faster speeds and greater resilience. Communications minister Solly Malatsi delivered the keynote address at the launch event. He said the launch would provide a foundation for e-learning, fintech, AI, and e-government. “With this, we empower citizens to …
Angry residents set van alight
6 October 2025 – Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says his charges deserve to go to the FIFA World Cup in North America next year after working extremely hard to put themselves in contention in the last two years. The South African senior men’s national team assembled in Roodepoort, Johannesburg, on Monday morning ahead of
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Failing water, power, sanitation and security services in South Africa are spurring households and communities to do it themselves.
The annual “Walk for Freedom” march in Johannesburg is now in its 16th year
ABIDJAN – October 2, 2025 – As the European Union considers further delays to its anti-deforestation regulation, a new investigation in Liberia shows how the explosion of cocoa plantations is leading to rampant deforestation and promoting child labour. The Initiatives for Community Development and Forest Conservation Association, an Ivorian NGO, reports “colossal” deforestation of Liberia’s primary
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India made it two wins from two at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup as they overcame Pakistan by 88 runs thanks to a star turn from Kranti Gaud in Colombo. Hundreds of people climbing Everest were guided to safety by Sunday amid worsening snow and rainfall. Another 200 blizzard-stranded trekkers are believed to still …
More Than 8,600 People Arrested in FBI Campaign. European Drugmakers React Quickly to Changing Policies From Washington: The U.S. tariff policy and its unmatched pharmaceutical market are pulling European drugmakers to invest more heavily, from new manufacturing plants to U.S. stock listings and discount pricing deals. New Coal Leases Awarded in Alabama, Utah: The Trump …
Microsoft is ending its Ads for Social Impact grant program in December 2025: This means nonprofits will need to either pause campaigns or pay for ads themselves, though they will still have access to discounted Microsoft tools and employee-supported programs. Google to phase out Call-Only Ads by 2027: Google will retire Call-Only Ads by 2027, …
The Huguenot Tunnel remains closed following a bus fire on Friday evening. The designated engineering and maintenance teams are assessing the extent of the damage to the tunnel and infrastructure. Currently, there is no definitive timeline available as to when the tunnel will be reopened. Due to the closure, alternative routes have been identified that …
Dear Editor Today’s announcement of the “ANC’s Economic Action Plan” by President Cyril Ramaphosa mirrors much of the DA’s “Plan to Turbocharge the Economy,” which identified roadblocks that needed to be removed to build superhighways towards growth and jobs. The ANC’s plan just adds its own failed ideas of BEE and race based policy to …
Residents of Cloetesville in Stellenbosch march to the homes of alleged drug dealers to demand an end to gang violence
6 October 2025 – The South U20 Men’s National team, Amajita, made history by becoming the first South African National team to win two matches at a FIFA World Cup. Raymond Mdaka’s side defeated group favourites USA 2-1 in a pulsating last Group E match at Estadio El Teniente in Rancagua, Chile on Sunday. The
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The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is concerned about the fact that the Tshwane Metro has still not implemented transparent contracts and proper tender processes at the Tshwane Fresh Produce Market. The Metro had already run into trouble when a court order compelled it to upgrade the Market. The Mayor, Dr Nasiphi Moya and the […]
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JOHANNESBURG: The 2025/26 edition of the Hollywoodbets Pro Series got off to a thrilling start at the DP World Wanderers Stadium...