27 h. ago AU mediators arrive in South Sudan to try to rescue peace deal

Machar's detention last Wednesday followed weeks of fighting in the northern Upper Nile

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5 d. ago Sudan’s army takes major market as it extends control over capital

Souq Libya is one of the largest and most important commercial hubs in Sudan.

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6 d. ago Clear times frames developed to deal with water challenges: Mashatile

Mashatile says government has come up with clear timelines to deal with water challenges.

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6 d. ago Clear time frames developed to deal with water challenges: Mashatile

Mashatile says government has come up with clear timelines to deal with water challenges.

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7 d. ago Royal AM back on the market after Moodley deal falls through

Royal AM are reportedly back on the market after Moodley's deal to buy the club collapsed.

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7 d. ago SA, DRC commit to deeper partnership on trade and security matters

Minister Lamola says the Inga dam project is helping SA to deal with its water challenges.

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7 d. ago MTN and Airtel Agree to Share Networks in Nigeria and Uganda

MTN Group and Airtel Africa have signed a network-sharing agreement in Nigeria and Uganda to cut costs and expand coverage in underserved areas. Faced with economic challenges like currency devaluation and rising operational expenses, both telecom giants aim to share towers, base stations, and fiber-optic networks to optimize investments. The deal is particularly timely for… Read More »MTN and Airtel Agree to Share Networks in Nigeria and Uganda The post MTN and Airtel Agree to Share Networks in Nigeria and Uganda first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago City of Johannesburg puts measures in place to deal with water leaks

Morero says the city has identified several leaks and is working on installing noise lockers.

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1 week ago SA’s Astral Foods flags sharp profit fall, reports cyber attack

South Africa's top poultry producer said its flagship division was negatively affected by downtime

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1 week ago SA Must Repair US Ties Despite Diplomatic Fallout, Says Former Ambassador Rasool

Former South African Ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, has emphasized the urgent need for South Africa to repair its strained relationship with the US, arguing that the livelihoods of millions depend on it. Rasool returned home with his wife, Rosieda, on Sunday morning, greeted warmly by a spirited crowd of African National Congress… Read More »SA Must Repair US Ties Despite Diplomatic Fallout, Says Former Ambassador Rasool The post SA Must Repair US Ties Despite Diplomatic Fallout, Says Former Ambassador Rasool first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago NSRI rescues patient from ship after stair fall near Gqeberha

The vessel was a motor bulk carrier heading towards Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. 

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1 week ago Addis Secures Debt Restructuring Deal to Ease Financial Burden

Ethiopia has reached an agreement with its official creditors to restructure $8.4 billion in international debt, marking a major step in its economic recovery efforts. The deal, negotiated under the G20 Common Framework and backed by the International Monetary Fund, will reduce debt service payments by $2.5 billion through 2028. According to Ethiopia’s finance ministry,… Read More »Addis Secures Debt Restructuring Deal to Ease Financial Burden The post Addis Secures Debt Restructuring Deal to Ease Financial Burden first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Soybean Market Turmoil Threatens Poultry Production in Southern Africa

Soybeans, vital for poultry feed, are critical to food security in East and Southern Africa. However, climate change and market manipulation have disrupted production in Zambia and Malawi. Zambia’s soybean output dropped 74% in 2024 due to poor rains and low prices set by dominant buyers, forcing farmers to plant less. Meanwhile, Malawi’s production fell… Read More »Soybean Market Turmoil Threatens Poultry Production in Southern Africa The post Soybean Market Turmoil Threatens Poultry Production in Southern Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago ‘Efforts made to protect consumers’ rights with online market space’

Consumer Goods and Services Ombud says efforts are being made to protect consumers.

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2 w. ago Hamilton’s Ferrari debut falls flat with 8th place qualifying

Hamilton was well off the pace, almost a second slower than the McLaren of Lando Norris.

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3 w. ago US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout

South Africa’s ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool, appears to have been frozen out in Washington, failing to secure key meetings with State Department officials and key Republicans. Rasool, who occupied the same position during the Obama administration, is likely being shut out due to his pro-Palestinian stance and past criticism of Trump. His ordeals… Read More »US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout The post US Sidelines South Africa’s Ambassador Amid Political Fallout first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Trade Surplus Hits $14.31B as Africa Becomes Top Export Market

According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria recorded total exports of $38.93 billion, more than its imports of $24.62 billion. Consequently, the West African nation had a trade surplus of $14.31 billion in 2024. Africa led Nigeria’s export markets with $5.72 billion in exports, overtaking Europe and Asia for the first time. Spain… Read More »Nigeria’s Trade Surplus Hits $14.31B as Africa Becomes Top Export Market The post Nigeria’s Trade Surplus Hits $14.31B as Africa Becomes Top Export Market first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago South Sudan’s Escalating Political Tensions Threaten Peace Deal

South Sudan is on the brink of renewed conflict as tensions between President Salva Kiir and Vice President Riek Machar escalate. Last week, Kiir ordered the arrest of key Machar allies, including military officials and ministers. Soldiers also surrounded the vice president’s home, effectively placing him under house arrest. The crackdown follows deadly clashes in… Read More »South Sudan’s Escalating Political Tensions Threaten Peace Deal The post South Sudan’s Escalating Political Tensions Threaten Peace Deal first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Skills Levies: Unlocking Africa’s Workforce for Economic Growth

Despite investments in education, youth unemployment remains a major challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) due to a mismatch between workforce skills and market demand. A new British Council report highlights the potential of skills levies—a tax on employers used to fund workforce training—to transform technical and vocational education. While successfully implemented in South Africa, Botswana,… Read More »Skills Levies: Unlocking Africa’s Workforce for Economic Growth The post Skills Levies: Unlocking Africa’s Workforce for Economic Growth first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago US Backs Out of $9.3 Billion Climate Finance Deal for South Africa, Senegal, and Others

The US has withdrawn from a $9.3 billion climate finance deal aimed at helping developing countries transition from coal to renewable energy. The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), launched in 2021, was designed to assist developing nations in shifting to cleaner energy through loans and grants, beginning with South Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Senegal. The… Read More »US Backs Out of $9.3 Billion Climate Finance Deal for South Africa, Senegal, and Others The post US Backs Out of $9.3 Billion Climate Finance Deal for South Africa, Senegal, and Others first appeared on iAfrica.

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