25 h. ago Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access

The African Development Bank (AfDB) is partnering with Germany to accelerate energy access and bolster private sector growth across Africa. Announced at a high-level meeting in Abidjan, the partnership will expand support for Mission 300, a project aiming to deliver electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030, and increase financing for private sector-led development in… Read More »Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access The post Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

26 h. ago AfriForum, Solidarity engagements with the White House slammed

"Going to the White House ... saying we're going to have private conversations is just nonsensical."

Events

34 h. ago Ramaphosa calls on the private sector to drive key economic reforms

Ramaphosa was participating in a dialogue at a conference hosted by Goldman Sachs in Johannesburg.

Politics

36 h. ago Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities

The Western Cape government plans to channel more than R18 billion into healthcare infrastructure over the next ten years, with a significant portion of this budget earmarked for the long-awaited Tygerberg Hospital modernization project. A public-private partnership, the initiative will replace the aging Tygerberg Hospital in Cape Town with two advanced healthcare facilities. Speaking during… Read More »Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities The post Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities first appeared on iAfrica.

Science

36 h. ago Ramaphosa Demands Urgent Reset on Africa’s Debt Woes at G20 Summit

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for a fresh approach to tackle Africa’s persistent debt crisis, warning that half of African nations pay more to service their debt than they do on healthcare, education, and other key development priorities. Addressing the opening of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ meeting in Cape Town on… Read More »Ramaphosa Demands Urgent Reset on Africa’s Debt Woes at G20 Summit The post Ramaphosa Demands Urgent Reset on Africa’s Debt Woes at G20 Summit first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

3 d. ago Freedom Under Law criticises Parliament over Hlophe’s JSC appointment

Hlophe was impeached as a judge for gross misconduct in February last year.

Politics

3 d. ago SAMATU criticises Motsoaledi stance on high private healthcare costs

SAMATU criticises Minister for attributing high cost of private healthcare to lack of regulation.

Politics

3 d. ago Sudan’s RSF and Allies Form Parallel Government Amid Civil War

Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces has inked a charter to set up a parallel “government of peace and unity” with allied political and armed groups. The charter was signed during a closed event in Kenya, leading to criticism of Nairobi by the army-aligned Sudanese government. The document envisions Sudan as a secular, democratic, and non-centralized state… Read More »Sudan’s RSF and Allies Form Parallel Government Amid Civil War The post Sudan’s RSF and Allies Form Parallel Government Amid Civil War first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

6 d. ago G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Highlights Economic Divisions Amid Global Tensions

The recent G20 foreign ministers’ meeting revealed significant economic divisions, as global economic challenges, including inflation, trade tensions, and the ongoing Ukraine conflict, remain unresolved. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s absence, amid accusations of anti-American sentiment, underscored the rift between major economies. Despite the group’s importance in addressing international economic issues, differing stances on… Read More »G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Highlights Economic Divisions Amid Global Tensions The post G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Highlights Economic Divisions Amid Global Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

6 d. ago Youth Unemployment and Inflation Stifle Africa’s Economic Growth and Stability

Africa’s young population faces high unemployment and inflation, stifling economic progress. Despite better education, many struggle to secure stable jobs, forcing them into informal work or multiple side hustles. Rising costs, especially for food, erode purchasing power, limiting consumer spending and slowing economic growth. Frustration with poor governance discourages investment, while political instability further deters… Read More »Youth Unemployment and Inflation Stifle Africa’s Economic Growth and Stability The post Youth Unemployment and Inflation Stifle Africa’s Economic Growth and Stability first appeared on iAfrica.

Economics

7 d. ago Economists Challenge Proposed 2% VAT Hike, Urge Alternatives in SA Budget Debate

South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has drawn criticism for proposing a 2% increase in Value Added Tax (VAT)—from 15% to 17%—as a way to bolster the country’s R60 billion budget surplus. According to economist Patrick Bond, this approach reflects a long-standing insensitivity from the National Treasury, which he says dates back to the apartheid… Read More »Economists Challenge Proposed 2% VAT Hike, Urge Alternatives in SA Budget Debate The post Economists Challenge Proposed 2% VAT Hike, Urge Alternatives in SA Budget Debate first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

7 d. ago Ramaphosa Stands By Finance Minister As VAT Hike Draws Criticism

President Cyril Ramaphosa has come out in defense of Finance Minister Enoch Gondogwana amid ongoing criticism over a proposed two percentage-point hike in Value-Added Tax (VAT). Speaking on Thursday at the sidelines of the first G20 foreign ministers’ meeting, Ramaphosa emphasized that no finance minister would raise taxes if any viable alternatives existed. Gondogwana has… Read More »Ramaphosa Stands By Finance Minister As VAT Hike Draws Criticism The post Ramaphosa Stands By Finance Minister As VAT Hike Draws Criticism first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

7 d. ago New mobile clinics to provide much needed healthcare in Gauteng

The mobile clinics will be allocated to five health districts in the province.

Politics

7 d. ago Netherlands Agrees to Return Over 100 Benin Bronzes in Landmark Repatriation

The Netherlands has announced that it will return 119 Benin Bronzes—stolen by British troops in 1897—to Nigeria, marking the largest-ever repatriation of these artifacts. These culturally significant sculptures, which ended up in Dutch museums like the Wereldmuseum as well as with private collectors, originate from the ancient Benin Kingdom in modern-day Edo state. Despite the… Read More »Netherlands Agrees to Return Over 100 Benin Bronzes in Landmark Repatriation The post Netherlands Agrees to Return Over 100 Benin Bronzes in Landmark Repatriation first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

8 d. ago European countries criticise Ukraine’s exclusion from peace talks

Norwegian Minister says Ukraine should be part of any peace talks aimed at ending the war in Kyiv.

Politics

8 d. ago A VAT increase would negatively impact workers living cost: Cosatu

An increase in VAT would be detrimental to workers in the midst of a high cost of living.

Politics

1 week ago Budget Cuts Leave Defence Department Struggling to Fulfill Mandate, Says Motshekga

Defence Minister Angie Motshekga has attributed her department’s severe under-capacity to ongoing austerity measures and budget cuts, telling Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) on Tuesday that these constraints have significantly hampered the department’s ability to meet its obligations. Motshekga’s testimony follows recent criticism over the deaths of South African soldiers deployed in the… Read More »Budget Cuts Leave Defence Department Struggling to Fulfill Mandate, Says Motshekga The post Budget Cuts Leave Defence Department Struggling to Fulfill Mandate, Says Motshekga first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

1 week ago Build One South Africa Urges GNU To Aim For 5% Growth, Cut Waste, And Avoid Tax Hikes

Build One South Africa (BOSA) is calling on the Government of National Unity (GNU) to prioritize “funding for 5% growth, cutting waste, and avoiding any tax increases” in its inaugural budget. BOSA maintains that South Africans should not be burdened further amid the country’s already high cost of living. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, BOSA… Read More »Build One South Africa Urges GNU To Aim For 5% Growth, Cut Waste, And Avoid Tax Hikes The post Build One South Africa Urges GNU To Aim For 5% Growth, Cut Waste, And Avoid Tax Hikes first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

1 week ago South Africa Ranks 4th in Top Destinations for Digital Nomads

South Africa has emerged as the 4th most popular destination for digital nomads, according to a recent study by the Nebeus Research Team. The research highlights the country’s affordability, with a monthly cost of living averaging around $1,000. South Africa’s combination of low living costs, modern amenities, and scenic landscapes makes it an appealing choice… Read More »South Africa Ranks 4th in Top Destinations for Digital Nomads The post South Africa Ranks 4th in Top Destinations for Digital Nomads first appeared on iAfrica.

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