53 h. ago Driving Licence Woes Persist As SA’s Only Card Printing Machine Remains Offline

South Africa continues to face delays in the production of driving licence cards following the breakdown of the country’s only functional card printing machine. The Department of Transport has been issuing temporary driving licences in the meantime, as the outdated backup machine currently in use is slow and frequently malfunctions. According to the department, the… Read More »Driving Licence Woes Persist As SA’s Only Card Printing Machine Remains Offline The post Driving Licence Woes Persist As SA’s Only Card Printing Machine Remains Offline first appeared on iAfrica.

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66 h. ago Freedom Day to reflect on SA’s progress after 31 years of democracy 

Freedom Day is a day South Africa celebrates its first post-apartheid election.

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3 d. ago Mamelodi Sundowns To Meet Pyramids In African Champions League Final

A last-gasp own goal gave Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa an upset result over holders Al Ahly on Friday and a place against another Egyptian club, Pyramids, in next month’s African Champions League final. Al Ahly defender Yasser Ibrahim turned the ball into his own net in stoppage time at the end of a semi-final… Read More »Mamelodi Sundowns To Meet Pyramids In African Champions League Final The post Mamelodi Sundowns To Meet Pyramids In African Champions League Final first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Lamola: SA Strengthens Peace Push as Zelensky, Trump and Putin Engage Ramaphosa

Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola has reiterated South Africa’s commitment to diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict, highlighting the country’s role as a key mediator in global peace-building initiatives. Lamola’s remarks follow a series of high-level engagements by President Cyril Ramaphosa, including separate phone calls with US President Donald Trump… Read More »Lamola: SA Strengthens Peace Push as Zelensky, Trump and Putin Engage Ramaphosa The post Lamola: SA Strengthens Peace Push as Zelensky, Trump and Putin Engage Ramaphosa first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago South Africa calls for peace talks as Zelenskyy seeks African support

President Zelenskyy is on an official working visit to South Africa

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7 d. ago Court Rules Apartheid Crimes Can Still Be Prosecuted, Declares No Expiry on Justice

In a landmark judgment, the Johannesburg High Court has ruled that apartheid-era crimes can still be prosecuted in South Africa, affirming that apartheid is a crime against humanity and not subject to any statute of limitations. The ruling comes in the case of Christiaan Siebert Rorich and Tlhomedi Ephraim Mfalapitsa, former apartheid Security Branch officers… Read More »Court Rules Apartheid Crimes Can Still Be Prosecuted, Declares No Expiry on Justice The post Court Rules Apartheid Crimes Can Still Be Prosecuted, Declares No Expiry on Justice first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

7 d. ago Netball SA grilled by Parliament over R90 million World Cup funds

Netball South Africa and Netball World Cup Board need to account for R90 million.

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1 week ago Group of residents continue to pray for Joshlin’s safe return

Joshlin is among the many children that experts say go missing every five hours in South Africa.

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1 week ago Ndlozi Defends Malema, Critiques U.S. Relations, and Addresses Starlink’s Lesotho Launch

Former Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) spokesperson Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has publicly defended Julius Malema against recent criticisms, while also offering insights into South Africa’s international relations and technological developments in the region. Defense of Julius Malema In response to derogatory remarks made by Patriotic Alliance deputy president Kenny Kunene, who labeled Malema as a “small boy”… Read More »Ndlozi Defends Malema, Critiques U.S. Relations, and Addresses Starlink’s Lesotho Launch The post Ndlozi Defends Malema, Critiques U.S. Relations, and Addresses Starlink’s Lesotho Launch first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Lamola Optimistic About US – South Africa Relations Despite Recent Tensions

South Africa’s Minister of International Relations, Ronald Lamola, has expressed confidence in the resilience of diplomatic ties between South Africa and the United States, despite recent geopolitical strains. Lamola emphasized that the Trump administration remains “ well disposed” toward South Africa, highlighting ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations. This affirmation comes in the wake of several… Read More »Lamola Optimistic About US – South Africa Relations Despite Recent Tensions The post Lamola Optimistic About US – South Africa Relations Despite Recent Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Lamola coordinates trade, economic relations between Russia and SA

The platform is used as a structure to coordinate economic and trade relations between South Africa.

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2 w. ago Timing of SA’s decision to appoint special envoy to US questioned

Khambule says there's a lot of unresolved issues between South Africa and the U.S.

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2 w. ago Zimbabweans continue to illegally cross Beitbridge in search of jobs

Some Zimbabweans smuggle goods they buy in South Africa across the Limpopo River.

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2 w. ago EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have sharply criticized US President Donald Trump for citing disputed claims about South Africa’s domestic policies as justification for his potential absence from the upcoming G20 summit. Trump took to his Truth Social platform on Saturday, voicing reluctance to attend the international gathering. He referenced controversial allegations of genocide against… Read More »EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row The post EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago China speaks with Saudi Arabia, South Africa about US tariffs

Discussions with Saudi Arabia and South Africa on responding to the US' "reciprocal tariffs

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago ‘Fight against transnational organised crime must be prioritised’

Transnational organised crime includes human trafficking and weapons smuggling in South Africa.

Events

3 w. ago Maimane Proposes Alternatives to VAT Increase in Budget Discussions with ANC

Build One South Africa (BOSA) leader Mmusi Maimane is optimistic that political parties can reach a “workable solution” regarding the national budget following a scheduled meeting with the African National Congress (ANC). He plans to present alternatives to the proposed 0.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, aiming to generate approximately R120 billion in revenue without… Read More »Maimane Proposes Alternatives to VAT Increase in Budget Discussions with ANC The post Maimane Proposes Alternatives to VAT Increase in Budget Discussions with ANC first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago South Africa’s Private Security Industry Reacts to Proposed Weapon Regulation Changes

South Africa’s private security industry voiced strong opposition to proposed amendments to the Private Security Industry Regulation Act, which could drastically alter their operations. The draft amendments, gazetted earlier today by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, include provisions that would require private security firms to seek approval seven days in advance before using any weapon that… Read More »South Africa’s Private Security Industry Reacts to Proposed Weapon Regulation Changes The post South Africa’s Private Security Industry Reacts to Proposed Weapon Regulation Changes first appeared on iAfrica.

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