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South Africa's Digital Payments Run on Hidden Infrastructure
Legacy migrations, instant payments and transit fare systems face a hard delivery test
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South Africa's Theaters Back Homegrown Films; Local Stories Reach Audiences This Winter
Theaters commit to showcasing locally produced films to sustain domestic cinema industry
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Politics & Governance
South Africans queue early to shape their local councils
Voters and grieving families at the heart of government's election message
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Blue economy seen as lifeline for African jobs and food
Cape Town summit ties blue economy to jobs, food security and trade access
The long read
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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Western Cape residents face surge in deadly gang violence; 11 killed in weekend shootings
August 10, 2026
Africa's Parliament Confronts Water Crisis and Democratic Accountability for 1.5 Billion C
August 23, 2026
South Africa Courts Global Capital for Tech Infrastructure Expansion
April 17, 2026
Sisters' stunning upset reshapes women's football dreams across Malawi
July 30, 2026
South Africa's 29 Million Voters Face Key Questions About Coalition-Led Local Government
August 25, 2026