93 m. ago ‘Best medical care afforded to boy who consumed contaminated snacks’

This morning's visit comes weeks after spaza shop owners were ordered to register their businesses.

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3 h. ago CoGTA minister to visit child hospitalised for food poisoning

The boy is currently hospitalised at Chris Hani Baragwanath hospital after he was vomiting.

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18 h. ago Antonelli hopes to talk ‘Kimi to Kimi’ with iceman Raikkonen

The Italian, 18, has said he was not named after the Finn.

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22 h. ago Ukraine’s Zelensky to Visit South Africa Amid Controversy Over Neutrality Stance

The Presidency has officially confirmed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will undertake a working visit to South Africa on 24 April. While the specific agenda for Zelensky’s upcoming visit to Pretoria has not yet been made public, it is anticipated that discussions with President Cyril Ramaphosa will focus prominently on the ongoing conflict resulting from… Read More »Ukraine’s Zelensky to Visit South Africa Amid Controversy Over Neutrality Stance The post Ukraine’s Zelensky to Visit South Africa Amid Controversy Over Neutrality Stance first appeared on iAfrica.

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22 h. ago Ramaphosa Calls for Urgent WTO Reform Amid Escalating Global Tariff Crisis

President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed his calls for urgent reform of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in response to escalating global trade tensions and tariff disputes. Speaking during the 30th-anniversary commemoration of the WTO on Thursday, Ramaphosa highlighted significant shortcomings in the current global trading system, stressing the need for immediate and comprehensive reforms. His… Read More »Ramaphosa Calls for Urgent WTO Reform Amid Escalating Global Tariff Crisis The post Ramaphosa Calls for Urgent WTO Reform Amid Escalating Global Tariff Crisis first appeared on iAfrica.

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22 h. ago Investec Strengthens Commitment To Women’s Golf With Sponsorship Of Rising Star Kaiyuree Moodley

Investec, the leading international bank and wealth manager, has announced its newest sponsorship of professional golfer Kaiyuree Moodley. The announcement comes ahead of the highly anticipated 32nd Investec South African Women’s Open, taking place from April 10-13 – reinforcing Investec’s commitment to elevating women’s golf and creating platforms that foster South African talent on the… Read More »Investec Strengthens Commitment To Women’s Golf With Sponsorship Of Rising Star Kaiyuree Moodley The post Investec Strengthens Commitment To Women’s Golf With Sponsorship Of Rising Star Kaiyuree Moodley first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Parly trade committee conducts oversight visit to SABS headquarters

Minister Parks Tau has launched an investigation into corruption at SABS

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5 d. ago Red Bull boss lauds flawless Verstappen after surprise win at Suzuka

Max Verstappen won the Japanese Grand Prix from pole for the fourth straight year on Sunday but Red Bull team principal Christian Horner thought the Dutchman’s 64th race victory was one of his best ever. McLaren have set the pace this season as Verstappen struggled with the RB21 but the four-times world champion got every… Read More »Red Bull boss lauds flawless Verstappen after surprise win at Suzuka The post Red Bull boss lauds flawless Verstappen after surprise win at Suzuka first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown

South African road-running queen Gerda Steyn etched her name deeper into the history books on Saturday by claiming a record-breaking sixth consecutive title at the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town. Steyn dominated the 56km race, completing it in 3:26:54 – just over a minute off her own course record of 3:29:06 set in 2023.… Read More »Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown The post Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports

Lesotho has become the world’s second hardest-hit country by President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, facing a 50% rate on all exports to the US—just behind China. The move threatens Lesotho’s thriving textile trade, including exports of Levi’s and Wrangler jeans, which have benefited from tariff-free access under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).… Read More »Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports The post Lesotho Faces Economic Blow as Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Imports first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebels are set to hold direct peace talks on April 9 in Doha, the capital of Qatar. This development marks a significant step toward resolving one of Africa’s most devastating conflicts. The meeting, facilitated by Qatar, is the first direct negotiation between the parties involved in… Read More »DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha The post DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April

April is the ideal time to explore Rwanda, a hidden gem that offers rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural richness—without the crowds that would be present during peak season. Known for its rare mountain gorillas and lush rainforests, Rwanda’s rainy season brings lower costs and better permit availability for trekking adventures. During this period, tourists… Read More »Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April The post Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago China, EU agree to restart talks on minimum price on Chinese EVs

Now facing 54% tariffs on exports to the US, the world's No. 2 economy China vowed countermeasures

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8 d. ago Namibia’s Sossusvlei Named One of World’s Best Places to Visit in April

Sossusvlei, a breathtaking dry lake in Namibia’s Namib Desert, has been named one of the world’s top destinations to visit in April. Known for its towering red dunes—some over 300 meters high—Sossusvlei offers surreal beauty, unique wildlife, and striking contrasts, especially at sunrise and sunset. April’s mild temperatures and lingering greenery after the rainy season… Read More »Namibia’s Sossusvlei Named One of World’s Best Places to Visit in April The post Namibia’s Sossusvlei Named One of World’s Best Places to Visit in April first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago SAPS hint on potential witness in Joslin Smith kidnapping case

Ayanda Letone's name keeps coming up in the kidnapping and human trafficking trial of Joshlin Smith

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9 d. ago South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown

ArcelorMittal South Africa has postponed the planned closure of its long steel operations to August 31, following a $91.5 million lifeline from the state-owned Industrial Development Corporation. The struggling steelmaker had earlier announced it would shut down the division by April after failing to secure government concessions on electricity costs, freight rail tariffs, and import… Read More »South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown The post South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar

A diplomatic rift has emerged after Raila Odinga claimed South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir blocked him from meeting Vice President Riek Machar and insisted he see Uganda’s President Museveni first. Kiir’s office has firmly denied the claim, calling it a misinterpretation of diplomatic norms. Press Secretary David Amuor Majur clarified that Odinga’s Uganda visit was… Read More »South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar The post South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Excitement ahead of Lerena’s WBC title defence to be staged in SA

Lerena will become the first South African to defend his WBC World title on home soil.

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1 week ago Chacarra claims first DP World Tour title at Indian Golf Open

Spain's Eugenio Chacarra won his first-ever DP World Tour title.

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