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South Africa has formally joined the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), with the pan-African lender unveiling an $8bn support package aligned with the country’s industrial development goals. The accession marks the completion of a three-decade ambition to bring Africa’s most industrialised economy into the Cairo-based institution, giving Afreximbank its first full continental coverage. The move comes …
Ghana must now prove it can stimulate growth while protecting government revenues in an economy still vulnerable to debt pressures, […]
KFC Africa, a partner of Cricket South Africa, has donated R600,000 to the Breast Care Unit at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, following the third Proteas Men’s T20I match against West Indies on 31 January. The donation also marks World Cancer Day on 4 February and the first anniversary of the clinic, which has enhanced …
The all-new OMODA C7 is a finalist in the 2026 South African Car of the Year competition. OMODA & JAECOO’s growing influence is reflected in one-third of finalists being Chinese brands and 147% year-on-year sales growth. Positioned between the C5 and C9, the C7 offers premium features, advanced safety tech and strong value from R539,900. …
D20 Battleground, Alberton and The Big Bang Shop, uMhlanga have officially achieved WPN Premium status, a sought-after accolade for stores that sell Magic: The Gathering trading cards and paraphernalia, and host events. Philip Galliford of Solarpop says: “We’re incredibly proud to congratulate D20 Battleground, Alberton and The Big Bang Shop, uMhlanga on officially achieving WPN …
As the month of love draws near, Ster-Kinekor’s Throwback Cinema promotion continues into February with two love-themed classics for you and your loved one to enjoy, plus the final film in the Lord of the Rings trilogy – all at the classic price of just R50 per ticket. “Bringing back popular movie titles from years …
President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is “determined to strengthen the regulatory and policy environment to further grow” the tourism sector. The President addressed the nation through the weekly newsletter following the Tourism Department’s announcement that South Africa welcomed some 10.48 million international visitors last year, an increase of some 17.6% compared to 2024. It is …
The wait for South Africa’s first Formula One race in over 30 years will continue to drag on after it was confirmed that no race will take place in the country in 2027. Bringing F1 back to our shores is something the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, alongside the owner of the …
Two exciting ballet productions, filmed live on the Paris Opera Ballet stage, will be screened at select Ster-Kinekor and Cinema Nouveau theatres during February and March. Cinema audiences and ballet lovers alike will be treated to two spectacular productions from the Paris Opera, bringing the best of its ballet repertoire to the big screen. Meet …
Please find attached video by Luyolo Mphithi MP. Across South Africa, criminals who profit from illegal land invasions and hijacked buildings, are coercing and exploiting vulnerable people to participate in their illegal actions. Once people, who are desperate for homes, are inside hijacked buildings or on invaded land, the criminals force them to “rent” or …
One of South Africa’s largest and most ambitious mixed-use developments is gearing up for an exceptional year ahead as Renishaw Coastal Precinct announces a host of new projects launching in 2026. Set across 1,300 hectares on the KZN Mid-South Coast, the precinct is redefining sustainable coastal living through considered urban planning, community engagement and upliftment, …
Malcolm Libera ·3 Feb 2026 The rand strengthened on Monday, recovering some of the ground lost from a sharp decline in the previous session. It was trading at 16.0275 against the dollar, which is about a 0.8% increase from Friday’s close. The currency has been volatile, similar to other emerging market and commodity-linked currencies, having …
Absa says it is undergoing a strategic evolution from traditional cash-heavy branches towards greater flexibility and efficiency across its physical network. According to the bank, its primary objective is to align with a future-fit operating model that meets the evolving needs of its customers and the communities it serves. “Our investment incorporates the conversion of …
Staff Writer ·3 Feb 2026 The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has identified R523 billion in undisputed debt on its books, which experts say will be aggressively pursued by the taxman in 2026. The revenue service confirmed the figures as of December 2025. The number is not an estimate or tax under dispute or question; …
Malcolm Libera ·3 Feb 2026 Organised crime syndicates operating in South Africa are increasingly targeting the country’s natural heritage to cash in on a thriving high-value export business. These mafia-style groups target abalone, West Coast lobster, shark, reptiles, and even succulents, which are now worth more than rhino horn. This is according to CapeNature’s Senior …
In September 2013, an unknown correspondent wrote to Jeffrey Epstein: “AHLAN WA SAHLAN WHOM YOU KNOW IN SOUTH AFRICA BESIDE PRESIDENT MANDELA AND PRESIDENT ZUMA” “Many,” replied Epstein. Epstein, a relentless networker, was not lying. The tranche of three million new records released by the US Department of Justice shows Epstein’s South African ties stretched …
The fallout from South Africa’s decision to expel Israel’s chargé d’affaires continues to intensify, drawing sharp criticism from multiple opposition parties and raising concerns about economic and diplomatic repercussions. It has also prompted warnings about the impact on South Africans requiring consular support in Israel. The government’s decision triggered a reciprocal expulsion by Israel of South Africa’s chargé d’affaires in …
Tuesday, 03 February 2026: Eskom today awarded 200 bursaries for the 2026 financial year, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing the next generation of engineers, scientists, and innovators who will drive South Africa’s growth and energy future. For more than 50 years, Eskom has consistently invested in education and skills development through its bursary programme, awarding …
Vehicles with inferior safety protection features compared to those in all other major global markets are being permitted to be sold into the South African market because of the compulsory safety standards set by the country’s regulators. This is the implication of the responses from both Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) and Hyundai South Africa …
Off-grid electric vehicle (EV) charging company Zero Carbon Charge is on schedule to complete its second and third service stations in South Africa by June 2026. The expected time to launch from the start of construction of these stations is a substantial improvement over the timeline for bringing its first station online. The company launched …
The leader of South Africa’s Democratic Alliance plans to step down from the position when it holds internal elections in two months, after facing criticism over his leadership of the country’s second-biggest political party. John Steenhuisen, who has led the DA since 2019, won’t stand for another term at the party’s elective conference in April, …
3 February 2026By Staff Writer Dam levels according to the 3 February update: Gauteng Total – 101.8%Mpumalanga Total – 100.5%Limpopo Total – 99.3%North West Total – 98.2%Free State Total – 97.2%Northern Cape Total – 94.4%KwaZulu-Natal Total – 90.5%Eastern Cape Total – 72.6%Western Cape Total – 52.7% Lesotho Total – 98.8%Eswatini Total – 100.3% Visit myDorpie.com …
South Africa has found unlikely momentum on the snow. The country has not sent anyone to the Winter Olympics since the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games. This year, the country is sending five athletes, their biggest delegation in South African snow sports history. Nicole Burger broke ground in Skeleton as the first South African to …
The South African motorsport community is deeply saddened by the passing of former South African Race Driving Champion, Bernard Tilanus, who passed away on February 2nd in Maumee, Ohio, following a courageous battle with cancer. A Legacy on the Track Bernard was a cornerstone of South African single-seater racing. His ascent began in earnest in …