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Illegal mining collapse kills 14 in South Africa; survivors fear deportation
Migrant workers and families face peril and legal jeopardy in South Africa's unregulated mining sector.
Business & Economy
South Africans Losing Faith in Coalition Government as Public Pessimism Deepens
Citizen confidence in coalition government collapses as economic stagnation persists.
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South Africa Shapes Regional Sports Access at BRICS Ministers Summit
India hosts BRICS sports ministers to coordinate development and community access across member nations.
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Crime & Investigation
South Africa's youth caught in global sextortion rings; teenager arrested in major bust
Recruitment tactics exploit teenagers through social media platforms and false job promises.
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Business & Economy
South Africa's Critical Minerals Could Power Global AI, But Citizens See Little Benefit
Mining operators face pressure to capture more value from AI-critical minerals
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The long read
Africa faces isolation as global cooperation weakens; small nations lose voice
Weakening global institutions threaten African nations' ability to negotiate collectively on security, trade and climate.
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Fading Stars Find Second Life on South African Concert Stages
July 24, 2026
South Africa's Movie Ticket Deals: Budget-Friendly Cinema Still Available
August 03, 2026
Coalitions Set to Decide South Africa's Municipal Election Battles in Key Urban Areas
April 24, 2026
Joblessness Surges Past 8.5 Million; South Africa Faces Deepening Economic Crisis
August 18, 2026
South Africa targets zero tolerance for drunk driving as road deaths reach 12,000 yearly
September 03, 2026