94 m. ago Pension Fund Act breached in over four Northern Cape Municipalities

Northern Cape municipalities are violating the Pension Fund Act by withholding third-party payments.

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6 h. ago SA begins ward reconfiguration process ahead of 2026 local elections

MDB says it is imperative that wards are reconfigured ahead of the municipal elections.

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10 h. ago SANIR calls for urgent action on stateless children in South Africa

SANIR has issued an urgent call for action regarding the crisis of undocumented in South Africa

Politics

10 h. ago New Mpox strain in SA spreads faster via coughing, skin contact

The new variant has been reported in seven African countries, including South Africa

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23 h. ago Minister says school pit latrines will be mostly eradicated by June

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube stated that all pit latrines will be eliminated by June.

Politics

31 h. ago Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability

Flutterwave, Africa’s most valuable fintech startup, has set its sights on profitability in 2025, according to CEO Olugbenga Agboola. Agboola, who made this revelation during a recent interview, also stated that the company is open to acquisition while remaining focused on long-term sustainability. With a valuation of over $3 billion and backing from investors such… Read More »Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability The post Africa’s Top Fintech Open to Acquisition Amid Push for Profitability first appeared on iAfrica.

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31 h. ago Free State police intercept food intended for illegal miners

Police also arrest six people, three men and three women while they were busy with food packaging.

Events

32 h. ago Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions

Mozambique’s parliament has unanimously passed a landmark law aimed at restoring peace through national dialogue and constitutional reform. Backed by all political parties, the law stems from a March 5 peace agreement between President Daniel Chapo and opposition leaders. It proposes restructuring the state, decentralizing power, and revising presidential authority to enhance democratic governance. While… Read More »Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions The post Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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32 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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47 h. ago Free State police seize food items intended for illegal miners

They discovered 2 500 cans of energy drinks, 2 600 tins of corned meat and other food items.

Events

50 h. ago N3TC implements stop/go traffic control following Warden crash

Traffic affected by a crash involving two trucks near Warden in the Free State.

Events

50 h. ago Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers

In a recent policy shift, the United States has imposed steep tariffs on several African nations, effectively signaling the end of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Countries such as Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Botswana, and South Africa now face tariffs ranging from 30% to 50%. This move comes amid existing challenges in these nations,… Read More »Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers The post Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers first appeared on iAfrica.

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56 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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69 h. ago Gauteng Health to appeal judgment over radiation oncology services

The court's decision was in response to a case brought by the Cancer Alliance a week ago.

Politics

3 d. ago Political parties divided on Fiscal Framework report adoption

The report was adopted by the majority of members in the committee last night.

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3 d. ago Residents in KwaDukuza want a councillor that ensures basic services

Residents braved rainy weather to cast their votes.

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3 d. ago EFF request withdrawal of budget report ahead of parliamentary debate

The Standing Committee on Finance adopted its report on the budget, tabled to the NA last month.

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3 d. ago South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown

ArcelorMittal South Africa has postponed the planned closure of its long steel operations to August 31, following a $91.5 million lifeline from the state-owned Industrial Development Corporation. The struggling steelmaker had earlier announced it would shut down the division by April after failing to secure government concessions on electricity costs, freight rail tariffs, and import… Read More »South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown The post South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Finance Committee report recommends VAT, Tax hike alternatives

The committee report will be tabled in the National Assembly on Wednesday.

Politics

3 d. ago State witness denies assault of witnesses in Joshlin kidnapping case

Hanana was corroborating evidence given earlier by Investigating Officer, Captain Wesley Lombard.

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