9 h. ago Concerns rise over Military budget ahead of Finance Minister’s speech

South Africa's military spending is among the lowest in its GDP category

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38 h. ago ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted

African National Congress (ANC) communications head Nkenke Kekana has condemned a group of Afrikaners who have been touring the globe to raise claims of racial discrimination in South Africa, describing their actions as both disingenuous and shortsighted. In an opinion piece published on ewn.co.za, Kekana asserts that Afrikaners are an ethnic group deeply rooted in… Read More »ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted The post ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted first appeared on iAfrica.

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38 h. ago Western Cape Pushes Cape Town Airport Expansion Amid Record Tourism Numbers

The Western Cape government has highlighted the urgent need to expand Cape Town International Airport, following a surge in tourism that saw more than 160,000 international visitors arrive in December—marking a twelve-year high. Although the international terminal is managed by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), which is 74.6% government-owned, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde stressed… Read More »Western Cape Pushes Cape Town Airport Expansion Amid Record Tourism Numbers The post Western Cape Pushes Cape Town Airport Expansion Amid Record Tourism Numbers first appeared on iAfrica.

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38 h. ago Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail

The mother of former Miss South Africa finalist, Chidimma Adetshina, has been prohibited from applying for permanent residency in South Africa. Anabela Rungo, a Mozambican national, appeared in the Cape Town Magistrates Court on Wednesday, facing charges of identity fraud and violating the Immigration Act. She was granted bail set at R10,000 but must adhere… Read More »Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail The post Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail first appeared on iAfrica.

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64 h. ago Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal

South Africa’s AGOA trade deal, a vital gateway to the US market, faces renewed uncertainty amid aggressive policies from President Donald Trump’s administration. The US has threatened to cut aid over South Africa’s controversial land reform law and its legal challenge against Israel, raising fears that the nation’s tariff-free exports—especially in the automotive, fruit, and… Read More »Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal The post Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago SA urges G20 counterparts to engage over science and innovation

The G20 in South Africa is hosted under the theme "Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability."

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4 d. ago Evacuation of injured Sandf members from DRC to begin this week

It remains unclear how many soldiers will be brought back to South Africa from the DRC.

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6 d. ago South Africa’s VAT Increase Proposal: Balancing Revenue and Economic Impact

Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, proposed raising the value-added tax (VAT) from 15% to 17% to address a significant budget deficit. This proposal led to a cabinet rift, resulting in the unprecedented postponement of the national budget presentation. Proponents argue that increasing VAT would generate essential revenue and is more efficient than other taxes. However, critics… Read More »South Africa’s VAT Increase Proposal: Balancing Revenue and Economic Impact The post South Africa’s VAT Increase Proposal: Balancing Revenue and Economic Impact first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Uncertainty Surrounds AGOA’s Future Amid Trump’s Trade Policies

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), granting duty-free access to the U.S. market for eligible African countries, is set to expire on September 30, 2025. With President Donald Trump’s renewed skepticism toward free trade and recent tensions with South Africa over land reform policies, the act’s reauthorization is in question. Analysts note that while… Read More »Uncertainty Surrounds AGOA’s Future Amid Trump’s Trade Policies The post Uncertainty Surrounds AGOA’s Future Amid Trump’s Trade Policies first appeared on iAfrica.

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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.

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7 d. ago Ramaphosa Announces State Visit for Zelenskyy, Emphasizes Peaceful Resolutions at G20

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that he has formally invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a state visit. Ramaphosa made the revelation on Thursday morning via X (formerly Twitter), underscoring South Africa’s support for an inclusive peace process to end the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. “I welcome the constructive engagement I had with… Read More »Ramaphosa Announces State Visit for Zelenskyy, Emphasizes Peaceful Resolutions at G20 The post Ramaphosa Announces State Visit for Zelenskyy, Emphasizes Peaceful Resolutions at G20 first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Lamola Expresses Optimism as South Africa Leads G20 Amid Global Tensions

South Africa’s Minister of International Relations, Ronald Lamola, expressed confidence that the country’s G20 presidency can drive substantive progress in addressing pressing global challenges. He opened the first G20 foreign ministers’ meeting on Thursday at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg, highlighting pivotal issues such as global economic growth, food and energy security, and climate… Read More »Lamola Expresses Optimism as South Africa Leads G20 Amid Global Tensions The post Lamola Expresses Optimism as South Africa Leads G20 Amid Global Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Fintech, Education and Community: Boosting Financial Inclusion in South Africa

South Africa faces a stark financial inclusion challenge, deeply intertwined with its socio-economic landscape. Despite the strides made in expanding banking services, 15% of the population remains unbanked and on the margins of the financial system, a shortfall further compounded by a lack of money management skills. A new generation of fintechs is rising to… Read More »Fintech, Education and Community: Boosting Financial Inclusion in South Africa The post Fintech, Education and Community: Boosting Financial Inclusion in South Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago South Africa Postpones 2025 Budget Speech Amid Government Rift

South Africa’s 2025 Budget Speech, originally slated for 19 February, has been canceled indefinitely due to disagreements among parties in the Government of National Unity (GNU). At the heart of the conflict is a proposed two-percentage-point increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT), from 15% to 17%. According to reports, President Cyril Ramaphosa convened an emergency cabinet… Read More »South Africa Postpones 2025 Budget Speech Amid Government Rift The post South Africa Postpones 2025 Budget Speech Amid Government Rift first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago South Africa Plans Diplomatic Tour to Resolve Conflict with US

South Africa intends to send a high-level delegation to Washington to safeguard the duty-free access its automobile, fruits, and nuts industries enjoy under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). However, it will first confer with China and Europe to project that it has the support of other strong economies before it approaches the Trump… Read More »South Africa Plans Diplomatic Tour to Resolve Conflict with US The post South Africa Plans Diplomatic Tour to Resolve Conflict with US first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago South Africa to Consider Russian and Iranian Bids for Nuclear Project

South Africa’s government has confirmed it is open to nuclear energy proposals from Russia or Iran as it seeks to add 2,500 megawatts to its existing Koeberg nuclear plant. Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe stressed that no country will be barred from bidding, despite US concerns about Pretoria “reinvigorating” ties with Iran. These… Read More »South Africa to Consider Russian and Iranian Bids for Nuclear Project The post South Africa to Consider Russian and Iranian Bids for Nuclear Project first appeared on iAfrica.

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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.

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1 week ago SA’s Music Training Edtech Pioneer Ear Academy Wins International Accolade. 

South Africa’s very own Ear Academy has been named a winner at the esteemed Kids Judge Bett Awards held at Bett UK, the world’s largest EdTech event. This remarkable achievement shines a global spotlight on South Africa’s innovation in education and its commitment to empowering learners through cutting-edge technology.  The Kids Judge Bett Awards celebrate… Read More »SA’s Music Training Edtech Pioneer Ear Academy Wins International Accolade.  The post SA’s Music Training Edtech Pioneer Ear Academy Wins International Accolade.  first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago The New BMW X3 Drives BMW Group Plant Rosslyn’s Success Story.

BMW Group South Africa hosted media this week at BMW Group Plant Rosslyn for the national media launch of the new BMW X3. The event, which will have a second media rotation from 19–20 February, provided a firsthand look at the state-of-the-art facility, the production process, and the plant’s significant local footprint. Since its start… Read More »The New BMW X3 Drives BMW Group Plant Rosslyn’s Success Story. The post The New BMW X3 Drives BMW Group Plant Rosslyn’s Success Story. first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago NECSA refutes claims that assisting Iran with ‘nuclear arrangements’

Trump’s executive orders claim that South Africa is reinvigorating its relations with Iran.

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