3 h. ago South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken legal action against the South African government’s 2025 budget, challenging the constitutionality of its approval process and seeking to block a proposed value-added tax (VAT) hike. The DA, the second-largest party in the fragile ruling coalition, opposed the fiscal framework passed by Parliament, calling the process procedurally flawed. The… Read More »South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty The post South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 h. ago DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebels are set to hold direct peace talks on April 9 in Doha, the capital of Qatar. This development marks a significant step toward resolving one of Africa’s most devastating conflicts. The meeting, facilitated by Qatar, is the first direct negotiation between the parties involved in… Read More »DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha The post DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 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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21 h. ago Kiir attempting to shore up his position amid discontent: Analysts

President Salva Kiir placed his longtime rival Machar under house arrest last week.

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22 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.

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28 h. ago Tensions remain high in South Sudan following Machar’s house arrest

Riek Machar is accused of being behind clashes between government forces and the White Army

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42 h. ago AU mediators arrive in South Sudan to try to rescue peace deal

Machar's detention last Wednesday followed weeks of fighting in the northern Upper Nile

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45 h. ago Cape Town temperatures set to soar ahead of Two Oceans Marathon

Participants in Two Oceans Marathon advised to take extra precautions amid high temperatures.

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53 h. ago South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar

A diplomatic rift has emerged after Raila Odinga claimed South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir blocked him from meeting Vice President Riek Machar and insisted he see Uganda’s President Museveni first. Kiir’s office has firmly denied the claim, calling it a misinterpretation of diplomatic norms. Press Secretary David Amuor Majur clarified that Odinga’s Uganda visit was… Read More »South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar The post South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar first appeared on iAfrica.

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67 h. ago Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure

The Ministry of Electricity and Energy has announced plans to expropriate privately-owned land, with compensation, as part of a major initiative to expand and upgrade Eskom’s infrastructure in the coming years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined a comprehensive 10-year plan to enhance South Africa’s energy network during a media briefing on Tuesday. The ambitious project… Read More »Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure The post Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure first appeared on iAfrica.

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67 h. ago Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part

One of Cape Town’s most beloved fundraising events will once again take place on Table Mountain in May. The Cableway Charity Challenge 2025 is scheduled for Saturday 10 May 2025, and hosts and organisers, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (TMACC), calls you to be a part of the action by cheering on participants, pledging your support… Read More »Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part The post Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Zimbabwe police deployed to block demonstrations against Mnangagwa

Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU-PF party wants to extend Mnangagwa's term in office by two years until 2030.

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4 d. ago MK is not number three, DA is not bigger than the MK: Khanyile

MK’s Bonginkosi Khanyile says the "Where is my vote walk" will take place over two days.

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5 d. ago Three Chinese nationals missing off Ghana after suspected kidnapping

Ghana's navy is investigating a "suspected pirate attack".

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5 d. ago W Cape urges SASSA beneficiaries to switch cards before deadline

The deadline to switch to the new cards has been extended to 31 May

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5 d. ago Sudan’s army takes major market as it extends control over capital

Souq Libya is one of the largest and most important commercial hubs in Sudan.

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6 d. ago Youth encouraged to take advantage of film industry opportunities

Gauteng Film Commission is empowering young and female filmmakers to transform the industry.

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6 d. ago Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid

The administration of US President Donald Trump announced on Friday plans to effectively dismantle the US Agency for International Development (USAID), marking a significant shift toward sharply reducing foreign aid. “Today, the Department of State and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have notified Congress of their intention to undertake a reorganization that would… Read More »Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid The post Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Municipalities underspend on infrastructure in 2024/5: Treasury

Municipalities underspent on conditional grants and capital expenditure during Q2 of 2024/2025

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6 d. ago AfriForum takes legal fight against ‘Kill the Boer’ chant overseas

AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel says that their continued fight is a matter of dignity.

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