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Since the beginning of the 7th Administration, South Africa embarked on a process to stabilize and enhance mutually beneficial trade and investment relations with the US. The aim has been to address long-standing bilateral issues of concern for both sides in ways that move the trade relations forward. South Africa has been engaging the US …

Judah’s journey from primary school tournaments to top-five national rankings is proof that young South Africans are making global moves. South Africa (04 August 2025) – There’s a new name making waves in South African chess and that is 15-year-old Judah Levitan. The bright young talent has just earned the title of FIDE Master, which …

Spotify said on Monday it would increase the monthly price of its premium individual subscription in select markets from September, as the Swedish streaming giant looks to improve margins. The subscription price will rise to €11.99 (R250) per month from €10.99 in markets including South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the …

Many Eskom Direct customers with solar power have been paying substantially more for electricity in recent months. Eskom’s annual price adjustments on 1 April 2025 included a major overhaul. Following approval by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa, it implemented its retail tariff plan (RTP). This tariff methodology shifts more of the cost recovery …

BMW South Africa has found a way to protect its business in the wake of the United States’ new tariffs on automotive exports. Earlier this year, the US implemented a series of trade tariffs on several countries, including a 10% universal tariff and a 25% tariff on certain goods. This has severely impacted South Africa’s …

Staff Writer  ·4 Aug 2025 The Departments of International Relations and Cooperation and Trade, Industry, and Competition have announced a more detailed response to the United States’ imposition of a 30% tariff on imports from South Africa. In a joint statement, the departments signalled a multilateral response to the tariffs, including ongoing diplomatic talks with …

South Africa is preparing to diversify its export markets in response to the looming 30% tariff imposed by the US, which government officials say will cost jobs and shave 0.2% off economic growth. The country is one of several facing punitive tariffs from the US as it moves to protect its own manufacturers and labour …

The draws for the 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League (CWCL) | COSAFA Qualifier and the TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations | COSAFA Qualifier will take place on Tuesday, August 5 from 11h00 CAT (09h00 GMT). The CWCL | COSAFA Qualifier will be staged at the University of Johannesburg’s AW Muller Stadium from August …

University of Johannesburg Professor of Sociology, Luke Sinwell, has warned that failing to address soaring electricity prices will likely result in more social unrest in South Africa. Speaking to SABC News, Sinwell described the rate at which electricity prices in the country have risen as “insane”. “It’s just insane the way electricity prices have outpaced …

Complaint 32141                                                                                           Ruling by the Press Ombud Date of article:                    06 February 2025 Headline of publication:   “No, Akkerland Boerdery wasn’t expropriated without compensation – owners sold it privately for R80m” Author:                                  Andrew Thompson Misinformation and disinformation have become some of the biggest public interest threats – not only for the integrity of information …

By Staff WriterPublished: 4 August 2025 This forecast is for: Tue 05 August 2025The maps cover: Tue 05 Aug – Thu 07 Aug You can listen to this daily weather forecast as a 4 minute podcast by pressing the > play button above. Very cold, wet and windy conditions are expected in places over the …

The Progressive Forces of South Africa (PFSA), an anti-migrant organisation, has warned that allowing the burial of late former Zambian president Edgar Lungu in South Africa could set a dangerous precedent, potentially turning the country into a haven for those fleeing legal accountability. The matter returned to the High Court in Pretoria today, where the …

4 August 2025 – South Africa got down to business in Kampala, Uganda, on Monday as the countdown to their opening match of the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) this week continues. Coach Molefi Ntseki had his first training session in Uganda on Monday after the team arrived in the capital city on Sunday afternoon, …

At the Table Talk: Grape Conversations event, Roland Fröhlich, head of agronomy at AMFresh in the UK, spoke about increasing pressure on retailers to source environmentally responsible produce. Photo: Glenneis Kriel – Advertisement – Speaking at the event, Charl du Bois, managing director of… Cultural Exchange: Publications often feature stories that promote cultural exchange and …

More than 1,100 marimba players from South Africa and Zimbabwe gathered at the GrandWest Grand Arena on Saturday, setting a new Guinness World Record for the Largest Marimba Ensemble in the World. The group of 1,178 not only dethroned Guatemala’s record of 505 players but more than doubled it, putting South Africa firmly on the …

New Zealand’s preparation for the pending 2025 Rugby Championship have suffered yet another blow with a first-choice halfback ruled out through injury. Cameron Roigard is not available for at least the two Tests in Argentina, New Zealand Rugby announced Sunday, with the scrumhalf joining a worrying injury list ahead of the Rugby Championship. READ: Rassie’s …

Pieter Coetzé wrapped up an exceptional World Aquatics Championships by getting his hands on another silver medal. The 21-year-old added the 50m backstroke silver to his 100m gold and 200m silver, so becoming the only man to reach the podium for all three backstroke events at these championships. Coetzé lined up for the 50m final …

The blow risks the livelihoods of the company’s 500 employees and around 3 000 people working in its local supply chain. South African companies are already starting to face the impact of the US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, with one losing R750 million in contracts overnight.  Trump ordered the reimposition of 30% tariffs on dozens …

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 4 August 2025. A cold front will arrive in South Africa on Monday, starting in the Western Cape and moving to the Eastern Cape on Tuesday. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) said the cold front will come …

SPOTLIGHT: Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus is not having sleepless nights over the No.8 position ahead of the Rugby Championship. ADVERTISEMENT It’s a position that has garnered a lot of attention from the media and fans in recent weeks, especially with Jasper Wiese’s suspension. The 29-year-old will miss the first three matches of the tournament …

Five people, including a five-year-old child, were killed in a car accident in the early hours of Sunday on Rookdale Road in Bergville in KwaZulu-Natal. According to KwaZulu-Natal transport and human settlements MEC Siboniso Duma, one of the vehicles was completely engulfed in flames, with a victim burnt beyond recognition.  Duma said the victims have …

A South African mountaineer answers a telemarketer mid-climb, and has us all in stitches. A little patience can go a long way, literally! South Africa (03 August 2025) – Josh Crickmay, a mountaineer, filmmaker, adventurer, author and ranger, has South Africans giggling after sharing how his friend took a telemarketer’s call – mid-climb, on the …

South Africa faces the highest rate in sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting Trump’s strained relationship with the government of President Cyril Ramaphosa. Other African nations, including Nigeria, Ghana, Lesotho and Zimbabwe have been hit with a 15% tariff, which will also come into effect in seven days. The decision is a huge blow to South Africa, as …