72 m. ago KZN taxi operators relieved as permits issued ahead of Easter rush

KZN taxi permits restored in time for Easter travel; safety measures and law enforcement praised.

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2 h. ago Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend

As the Easter weekend approaches, the City of Cape Town’s Traffic Department has announced an increased deployment of officers to ensure road safety during the anticipated surge in holiday travel. The department’s initiative, known as Operation Exodus, offers free vehicle safety checks for long-distance public transport operators. These checks focus on critical safety features such… Read More »Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend The post Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend first appeared on iAfrica.

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33 h. ago Gauteng traffic to heighten operations ahead of Easter long weekend

Traffic officers will conduct roadblocks on key roads to ensure the safety of all road users.

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4 d. ago Content creation whilst driving is becoming a new pandemic: Hlengwa

Content creation behind the steering wheel is becoming a new pandemic on the country's roads.

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4 d. ago President Ramaphosa prioritises African trade amid global instability

Ramaphosa says the country will continue to advocate for a level playing field in global trade.

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5 d. ago Gabon’s leader Nguema elected president with 90.35% of vote: Minister

He vowed to diversify the country’s oil-reliant economy.

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5 d. ago SANDF underfunding poses safety risk for the country: Analysts

Peace and Security Cluster Chairpersons briefed the media on various issues

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5 d. ago It’s dangerous to pretend budget talks benefit S Africans: Analyst

The ANC has been holding talks with its Government of National Unity partners.

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6 d. ago Dilapidated school poses danger to EC learners: protesting parents

Angry parents blocked the Hendrik Kanise Combined School gates this week.

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7 d. ago RTMC urges religious leaders to preach road safety ahead of Easter

RTMC statistics show that a total of 236 fatalities were recorded during last year's Easter weekend

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7 d. ago Solar industry welcomes adoption of SA Renewable Energy Master Plan

The plan is a collaborative effort whose aim is to build energy security in the country.

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8 d. ago SANDF investigates soldiers presence at GBV march in Matatiele

Questions were raised about whether the soldiers were deployed to monitor the protest.

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9 d. ago Africa should start searching for new trade markets: Analyst

China is also the biggest trade partner for Africa to lean on.

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9 d. ago Emerging markets to struggle following market turmoil: Expert

Analysts note that emerging markets typically struggle during times of uncertainty

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1 week ago Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits

Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding across Cape Town, impacting multiple neighborhoods and causing substantial disruptions. Areas such as Table View, Wynberg, and Parow have reported severe inundation, with numerous vehicles submerged and roadways rendered impassable. The City’s Disaster Risk Management spokesperson, Charlotte Powell, indicated that the Disaster Operations Centre has received numerous reports… Read More »Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits The post Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Championing Female Entrepreneurship: Entries for the 2025 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Open in South Africa

A new era of bold leadership is here. The Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award returns for its fourth year in South Africa, shining a light once again on the visionaries, trailblazers, and risk-takers who are redefining industries. For over five decades, the Bold Woman Award has championed exceptional women in business, celebrating leaders who don’t… Read More »Championing Female Entrepreneurship: Entries for the 2025 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Open in South Africa The post Championing Female Entrepreneurship: Entries for the 2025 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Open in South Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Trump administration food aid cuts put millions at risk – aid sources

Nearly 23 million people, more than half of whom are children, are in need of aid in Afghanistan.

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1 week ago South Africa’s Future: A Nation Torn Between Hope and Frustration”

A recent survey paints a stark picture of South Africa’s mood. The Brenthurst Foundation’s latest findings show that seven out of ten South Africans believe their country is on the wrong path. Unemployment, illegal immigration, and corruption have deeply eroded public trust in the government, leaving citizens grappling with daily struggles and poor living conditions.… Read More »South Africa’s Future: A Nation Torn Between Hope and Frustration” The post South Africa’s Future: A Nation Torn Between Hope and Frustration” first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy

Guinea’s military junta has announced September 21, 2025, as the date for a long-awaited constitutional referendum—a key step toward restoring democratic rule in the West African country. The referendum will determine the adoption of a new constitution to replace the military charter currently governing the country. Initially, junta leader Col. Mamadi Doumbouya pledged to begin… Read More »Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy The post Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy first appeared on iAfrica.

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