18 h. ago Lamola dismisses claims that SA was aware of October 7 Hamas attack

The attacks led to Israeli retaliation that has since continued in Gaza

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21 h. ago System failures by NHBRC led to George building collapse: Simelane

The collapse, which took place during construction, caused 34 deaths and dozens of injuries.

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24 h. ago Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships

Niger’s military-led government is doubling down on resource nationalism, awarding copper and lithium mining permits to local firms as part of a broader, Sahel-wide push to reduce reliance on Western companies. The move echoes similar strategies in Mali and Burkina Faso, fellow junta-led states, which also favor domestic control and courting non-Western allies like China,… Read More »Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships The post Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships first appeared on iAfrica.

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27 h. ago Trump’s tariff hike on SA is part of the US trade issues: Dangor

The approach by the US administration on the issues of trade is a global one.

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49 h. ago South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks

A senior South African delegation, led by International Relations Director-General Zane Dangor, has returned from Washington, where it met top US officials to discuss bilateral issues and clarify Pretoria’s stance on contentious policies like the Expropriation Act. The US officials, including those from the White House and State Department, were reportedly “cordial and receptive.” The… Read More »South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks The post South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth

Tony Elumelu, a Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist, has been appointed to the IMF’s newly established Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth. Joining global figures like Marc Benioff, Salesforce CEO, and Reema Al-Saud, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the US, Elumelu will help shape policies that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable private sector-led growth. The council, created… Read More »Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth The post Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid

The administration of US President Donald Trump announced on Friday plans to effectively dismantle the US Agency for International Development (USAID), marking a significant shift toward sharply reducing foreign aid. “Today, the Department of State and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have notified Congress of their intention to undertake a reorganization that would… Read More »Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid The post Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Bafana Bafana on the Brink: FIFA Probe Threatens South Africa’s World Cup Dream

South Africa’s World Cup hopes hang in the balance as FIFA investigates their use of ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena in a 2-0 win over Lesotho. Mokoena should have served a suspension after two prior yellow cards but played regardless, prompting Lesotho to lodge a formal complaint. If FIFA rules against South Africa, the result could… Read More »Bafana Bafana on the Brink: FIFA Probe Threatens South Africa’s World Cup Dream The post Bafana Bafana on the Brink: FIFA Probe Threatens South Africa’s World Cup Dream first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago SAFA administrators’ negligence led to Mokoena’s saga: Mumble

Mokoena was not eligible to play for Bafana's in Friday's qualifier against Lesotho

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9 d. ago Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election

Gabon’s Constitutional Court has ratified eight candidates for the upcoming presidential election. The candidates include Brice Oligui Nguema, the head of the transitional government that has led the country since a 2023 military coup. Ordinarily, transitional leaders are restricted from running for election. However, a new constitution passed in November exempted Nguema, raising concerns about… Read More »Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election The post Gabon’s Coup Leader Cleared to Run for President in April Election first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Zuma’s administration was the biggest disaster in SA: Maharaj

Mac Maharaj says Jacob Zuma's administration was a disaster for the country.

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1 week ago Severe Flooding in eThekwini Causes R1.5 Billion in Damage, Thousands Affected

Persistent heavy rainfall in KwaZulu-Natal’s eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality has led to significant devastation, causing approximately R1.5 billion worth of damage to infrastructure and impacting nearly 6,000 residents. Mayor Cyril Xaba addressed the crisis in a service delivery briefing on Sunday, describing the recent weather conditions from 19 February to 15 March as “catastrophic.” The storms… Read More »Severe Flooding in eThekwini Causes R1.5 Billion in Damage, Thousands Affected The post Severe Flooding in eThekwini Causes R1.5 Billion in Damage, Thousands Affected first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Libya’s Illicit Oil Trade Deepens Political Divisions and Instability

Tripoli’s vast oil reserves, managed by the National Oil Corporation (NOC), have become a focal point for illicit activities, exacerbating political rivalries and national instability. Both the eastern administration, aligned with Khalifa Haftar, and the Tripoli-based government under Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, are implicated in these operations. The eastern faction has permitted private entities like Arkenu… Read More »Libya’s Illicit Oil Trade Deepens Political Divisions and Instability The post Libya’s Illicit Oil Trade Deepens Political Divisions and Instability first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Ithala claims account freezing led to systematic bank collapse

More than R250 000 Ithala clients have not been able to withdraw or deposit funds since January.

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2 w. ago Trump administration deports Venezuelans despite court order

The Trump administration deported alleged members of a Venezuelan gang despite a court order.

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2 w. ago SA to continue diplomacy with US despite ambassador’s expulsion

Minister Ronald Lamola says Pretoria will continue to engage the US administration.

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2 w. ago U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project

The U.S. Export-Import Bank has reauthorized a $4.7 billion loan for TotalEnergies’ Mozambique liquefied natural gas (LNG) project, initially approved during the Trump administration but delayed due to security concerns in the Cabo Delgado region. This funding is pivotal for the $20 billion initiative, positioning Mozambique as a significant LNG exporter. The project faced setbacks… Read More »U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project The post U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Lethabo Power Station Recovers Strongly After Recent Outages – Minister Ramokgopa

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa assured the public that the Lethabo power station has made a significant recovery following recent operational issues that led to load shedding. During a visit on Friday to the Free State-based power plant—one of Eskom’s largest electricity-generating facilities—Ramokgopa assessed current performance levels and reviewed measures addressing recent challenges. Lethabo power station,… Read More »Lethabo Power Station Recovers Strongly After Recent Outages – Minister Ramokgopa The post Lethabo Power Station Recovers Strongly After Recent Outages – Minister Ramokgopa first appeared on iAfrica.

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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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