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Africa's Youth and Rural Workers Hold Key to Economic Gains
Demographic shift demands investment in rural skills and manufacturing networks across the continent.
Business & Economy
South Africa's Offshore Oil and Gas Reserves Could Power Nation for Decades
Exploration firms update resource estimates for South Africa's Orange Basin block.
Politics & Governance
South Africa's Political Landscape Shifts as Voters Reject Single-Party Rule
Voters reshape governance as ANC loses majority support in historic shift.
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Africa's AI Future at Stake: Continent Must Shape Global Rules, Not Follow Them
African nations must invest in research, education and collective governance to shape AI's future on the continent.
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Politics & Governance
South Africa builds locally made electric transport; what it means for daily commuters
Local innovation shows potential, but infrastructure and supply chains must scale to serve commuters
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.
Spotlight
South Africa's Currency Rigging Case Clears Court Hurdle; Millions Could See Justice
July 03, 2026
Xenophobia Drives Foreign Workers Out, Threatening South Africa's Economy and Services
August 11, 2026
Nation Divided Over Immigration Policy as South Africa Weighs Security Priorities
May 28, 2026
Coastal Communities Win Major Court Victory Protecting Fishing Livelihoods from Oil Drilli
August 17, 2026
South Africa's Crisis of Institutional Trust Deepens as Citizens Abandon Hope for Change
May 24, 2026