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The saying goes that if the US sneezes, South Africa gets the flu. Well, in this case it appears to be the reality, Washington is sending a massive viral load of deported criminals from the US to Eswatini and no doubt South Africa will also suffer as a result. Under a new “third-country” removal scheme …

The African Development Bank (AfDB) says South Africa’s well-developed financial sector has the potential to be the continent’s powerhouse if structural constraints are addressed. “South Africa has a well-developed and large financial sector with an asset-to-GDP ratio of 88%, well above that of most emerging markets. The financial system consists of banking institutions, pension funds …

According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2023, Africa will need more than 23 million STEM graduates by 2030 to meet the demands of the labor market. In South Africa, this challenge is compounded by a shortage of engineers, scientists, and technical professionals, as well as declining enrollments in core science and …

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named his team for the start of South Africa’s Rugby Championship campaign. ADVERTISEMENT Erasmus selected a strong 37-man squad for the first two Tests in the Rugby Championship against Australia, featuring 24 World Cup winners and five players who made their Test debuts during their successful July Tests. …

South Africa’s National Roads Agency expects to be able to access a R7 billion ($398 million) loan from the New Development Bank soon and plans to use the money to upgrade key transportation routes. “The state law adviser must give a legal opinion that it’s all sound; we expect that to come within the next …

The transport department is still deciding whether to increase the validity period of driving licence cards in South Africa from five to eight years, as it is concerned about losing money from an extension. Transport minister Barbara Creecy has told Moneyweb that although she is in favour of the extension, she has not made a decision due …

By Rachel Mohamed Thanks to significant community support, recent reports indicate that the children and coaches will be safely returning to South Africa sometime this week. This news follows an outcry from the Cape Town community after it was revealed that more than 20 children were stranded in Lisbon, Portugal, due to alleged incompetence on …

Fraud in the telecommunications sector is costing the South African economy an estimated R5.3-billion/year – and Sim swap-related attacks are a significant contributor, accounting for 60% of all mobile banking breaches. This is according the Communication Risk Information Centre’s (Comric’s) 2025 sector report, released on Tuesday. Comric is an industry body funded by MTN, Vodacom, …

Staff Writer  ·22 Jul 2025 Electricity users in the City of Ekurhuleni scored a victory against the municipality this week, with mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza announcing the temporary suspension of a R126 fixed electricity surcharge. Xhakaza announced the suspension following widespread protests against the fixed fee, which was introduced from 1 July 2025. Residents took to …

I want to explore the underlying logic of social revolts, not through the lens of history, but in light of South Africa’s unfolding reality. In doing so, I draw on a theory advanced by James C Davies in When Men Revolt and Why (1971), which resonates eerily with the moment South Africa finds itself in …

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa have announced a R900-million investment in its local infrastructure over the next three years. These investments are expected to yield sustainable results for the carmaker’s dealership network in South Africa and highlight its strong long-term confidence in operating in South Africa. “While some brands may be consolidating or rationalising, …

South Africa is staging a sequel to Mbeki-era denialism, only this time the science, solutions and costs are clearer. Tragically, we have politicians showing the same disregard for despairing public health experts sounding the alarm and civil society’s calls for engagement. Treasury’s token contribution, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s and the Government of National Unity’s (GNU) silence, …

Stellantis plans to sell Chinese-branded electric vehicles (EVs) developed by its partner Leapmotor in South Africa starting with the C10 from September, the company said on Tuesday. The C10 is an electric SUV with a petrol engine used only to charge the battery. More Leapmotor models are expected to be launched next year, including fully …

News ▪ Posted July 22, 2025 By: Marius Boonzaier Mitsubishi South Africa has confirmed to CAR the Destinator is coming to South Africa. We’ve rounded up everything you need to know about the Japanese automaker’s new seven-seater SUV, including when it will launch in South Africa… Image: Mitsubishi In the December 2024 issue of CAR …

Lepas has finally pulled the covers off the L4, a new SUV that’s heading to South Africa. For those who are not aware, Lepas is a new Chinese car brand that will debut in our market in the first quarter of 2026. It is part of the Chery Holding Group, and is actually one of …

South Africa can look forward to at least five new Chinese bakkies in the near future. The market has witnessed the rapid introduction of new brands from the People’s Republic in recent years – many of which are now poised to enter our fiercely competitive double cab landscape. Two of these brands are JAC and …

Great news for South Africa following the biggest and most important mathematics competition in the world, the International Mathematics Olympiad. The competition, which took place in Australia from 10 July to 20 July, featured high school students from more than 100 countries competing to showcase their mathematical skills. Record-breaking performance by South Africa The South …

South Africa’s Justin Clarke and Nkosi Ndebele secure thrilling wins at the first-ever PFL Africa event and now head to the next round. Cape Town, South Africa (22 July 2025) – Saturday night in Cape Town was one for the books! The first-ever PFL Africa event brought the heat to the GrandWest Arena. Two South …

The City of Tshwane (CoT) has incorrectly imposed a contentious “Waste Management” levy for private waste collection on numerous households that only make use of the metro’s services. The R223.53 charge was implemented from 1 July 2025, alongside other municipal annual tariff adjustments, following approval by the city council in May 2025. The city said …

For a soundbite of Parliament Spokesperson, Mr. Moloto Mothapo, click on this link: https://iono.fm/e/1578629 Parliament, Tuesday, 22 July 2025 – On Wednesday, 23 July, the National Assembly will, following the conclusion of its Budget Vote Debates on departmental budgets, consider and vote on the Appropriation Bill. This marks a critical stage in the national budget …

Luke Fraser  ·22 Jul 2025 South Africa has climbed the latest Henley Passport rankings, returning to the list of the top 50 strongest passports in the world for the first time since 2014. The Henley Passport Index compares the visa-free access of 199 passports to 227 travel destinations. The index is based on exclusive data …

Staff Writer  ·22 Jul 2025 While economists anticipate a hold or an interest rate cut in July, they have not ruled out the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) changing tack in response to global market uncertainty down the line. This could be exacerbated by the Reserve Bank chasing a lower inflation target by the end …

AA Adams & Adams More Adams & Adams is an internationally recognised and leading African law firm that specialises in providing intellectual property and commercial services. In June, the ARIPO office held diplomatic engagements in Zimbabwe and South Sudan to enhance regional and international cooperation in intellectual property and advance discussions for South Sudan to accede …