·4 May 2026
The South African rand strengthened at the end of last week as markets analysed a series of monthly domestic data for insights into the health of South Africa’s economy.
The rand traded at 16.7250 against the dollar, up about 0.6% from its previous close. The dollar weakened after Japanese officials indicated a possible intervention to support the yen.
Additionally, oil prices briefly surged above $126 per barrel amid concerns that the US-Iran conflict could escalate,…
Cape of Good Hope: This famous landmark is located at the southwestern tip of
the country and is known for its stunning scenery and biodiversity.
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Fun South African Fact: The first successful heart transplant was in a Cape Town hospital
Metal Aphrodite
Fun South African Fact: Some of the earliest evidence of human evolution has been unearthed at fossil sites northwest of Johannesburg in the Sterkfontein Caves! Archaeologists have discovered human remains here, some of which are more than 2 million years old! These discoveries have earned the area the title of “the Cradle of Humankind” which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.