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Other South African farmer groups have warned of potential devastation from the U.S. tariffs. Citrus growers, whose annual exports to the U.S. average $100 million, have said that tariffs could potentially hit 35,000 jobs in their industry. Likhanya, a board member at Macadamias South Africa, the main industry body for growers, described the tariff stand-off as a …

Planning for retirement in South Africa? Discover the seven key investment accounts we use to build smarter, tax-efficient retirement plans. From tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) to preservation funds, we break down how each one works, and how to avoid costly mistakes. Plus, learn our top strategy to simplify your finances and cut admin fees. If …

JOHANNESBURG – Teacher burnout is reaching crisis levels across South Africa, with educators warning they’re stretched to the breaking point. Overcrowded classrooms, soaring workloads, and no money to hire new teachers mean that teachers are exhausted and students are paying the price. WATCH: Discussion | Lack of psychosocial support for teachers Thirona Moodley, CEO of …

I’ve been shot before. Twice. Once through the thigh. Once through the left testicle. A hijacking in Joburg. They dragged me from my car and beat me senseless – kicks, fists, the butt of a gun. “Ningangi bulali, bafwethu — don’t kill me, brothers,” I cried out. The ringleader spat back: “Who are you calling …

Staff Writer  ·11 Jun 2025 Multichoice has lost just under 1.2 million subscribers from its base over the past year, almost half of which are from South Africa. Reporting its results for the full year ending 31 March 2025, the group recorded a total of 14.5 million subscribers. This includes 7 million subscribers in South …

Snow covers the N2 road heading to Nolangeni, South Africa, June 10, 2025. (Greater Kokstad Municipality ). CFP Read 2 minutes A severe cold front sweeping across South Africa’s eastern and southern provinces has brought heavy rain, floods, and snow, resulting in at least nine deaths and many more missing. In the Eastern Cape province, …

In the midst of South Africa’s ongoing healthcare problems — rising drug prices, medicine shortages and a strained public health system — there is a quieter, more insidious crisis unfolding: the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard medicines.  These fake drugs are not just a nuisance; they are a public health emergency. They kill, they disable …

When Desmond Pedro (30) discovered a strange hardness under his ribcage, the unemployed father of two was preparing for a fresh start on a skills course in Cape Town. Little did he know that he would soon die of liver cancer caused by undetected hepatitis B, writes Sue Segar for Spotlight. Pedro was hoping to …

As South Africa approaches the one-year anniversary of the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU), ActionSA has launched a series of engagements to mark this milestone by listening to the lived experiences of South Africans from all walks of life. This is ahead of an evaluation of the GNU’s achievements that ActionSA will present …

The Government of the Republic of South Africa expresses its deep concern at the decision of the United States of America to sanction four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC). These measures, in addition to those imposed earlier on the Prosecutor, represent a direct affront to the principles of international justice and the rule …

South African born billionaire Elon Musk, who is currently feuding with US President Donald Trump, wants to launch SpaceX rockets and possibly Starlink low earth orbit satellites (LEOs) from South Africa. In the closed door meeting at the White House after the explosive public clash between Trump and the South Africans, Musk raised two key …

Luke Fraser  ·11 Jun 2025 The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, says several Provincial Education Departments are at risk of becoming insolvent this financial year.  After assuming office in 2024, the Minister launched a financial review of all nine provinces at the end of the year. The analysis revealed that the education sector is …

Brasilia, Brazil—To enhance its commitment to combating foreign bribery, South Africa presented key strategies at the G20 2nd Anti-Corruption Working Group Technical Meeting held in Brazil on June 10, 2025. Major General JA Matroos, Head of Serious Corruption Investigation in the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation of the South African Police Service, outlined the nation’s …

South Africa’s residential rental market began 2025 with its best performance in years according to the latest PayProp Rental Index. Average national rental growth reached 5.6% in Q1 2025, the strongest quarterly increase since Q3 2017 and pushing the average rental to R9 132. Growth peaked in February 2025, which saw a year-on-year increase of …

LONDON – South Africa captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and put Australia in to bat in the World Test Championship final at Lord’s on Wednesday. The overcast conditions in London promised to help South Africa’s quicks, with reigning champions Australia also boasting an impressive pace attack. Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne will be thrust straight into …

Freight management specialist Special Envoy has launched a courier service that uses electric vehicles to fulfil its deliveries exclusively. Called Xpress, the EV delivery service operates using a fleet of BYD Dolphins to make overnight deliveries in Gauteng and surrounding areas. “The company is unique in that we run a fleet of pure EVs,” said …

Kagiso Rabada © Getty Images South Africa enjoyed a highly productive morning on the first day of the World Test Championship final reducing Australia to a parlous 67-4 after winning the toss and choosing to bowl first under grey skies at Lord’s on Wednesday.   Kagiso Rabada led the attack with a magnificent opening spell …

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) rejected Eskom’s arrears debt application for the 2025/26, 2026/27, and 2027/28 financial years. The power utility’s revenue application for the next three financial years hoped to recoup some of its arrears debt from municipal and non-municipal consumers through electricity tariff increases. This would mean law-abiding electricity customers …

Mr Willem Aucamp, a Member of Parliament representing the Democratic Alliance in the National Assembly (NA), has called for the establishment of specialised units in the South African Police Service (SAPS) to focus on farm attacks, livestock theft and other crimes in rural areas. He was leading a debate in a mini plenary of the …

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s keynote address at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium – South Africa (SIDS-SA) in Cape Town at the end of May was punctuated by a recurring theme: the country’s urgent need for money, and the pivotal role the private sector must play in financing infrastructure development.  The government has committed roughly R1 trillion …

South Africa v Australia © Getty Images South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first in their World Test Championship (WTC) final contest against Australia at Lord’s Cricket Ground on Wednesday morning.   “I think we have selected the best team for these conditions. Massive [occasion]. You can hear the South African accents …

Struggle stalwart Mavuso Msimang says there is a sense of urgency in South Africa to tackle the challenges that the country is facing, especially the high unemployment rate. This comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that a National Convention will take place on August 15, 2025, to set the agenda for a national dialogue on …

South Africa’s president set up a panel that includes business leaders, actors and the captain of its national rugby team to guide a dialogue on the country’s future development path. The so-called eminent persons’ group comprises 31 people with “proven commitment to the advancement of social cohesion and nation-building,” Cyril Ramaphosa said in a speech …

I am an Afrikaner living in South Africa, and I write to you out of growing concern over a persistent and deeply misleading narrative being repeated in local and international media coverage. I write as a concerned South African, not affiliated with any political party or lobby group, but as someone who has followed land …