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South Africa Hikes Sugar Import Price; Consumers Face Higher Costs for Food, Drinks
Tariff increase on imported sugar will raise costs for households and food manufacturers across the country.
Business & Economy
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.
Business & Economy
South Africa's Factories Fade as Businesses Hoard Cash, Threatening Jobs
Corporate cash hoarding deepens manufacturing decline and job losses across South Africa
Crime & Investigation
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Crime & Investigation
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Crime & Investigation
South Africa Challenges Israel at Global Court Over Gaza Death Toll
South Africa presents evidence of non-compliance with court orders protecting Gaza civilians
Politics & Governance
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Politics & Governance
South Africa's Largest Union Leaves Election Choice to Members, Not Party
Labor federation empowers member unions to make independent electoral choices
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
Hunger Crisis Looms as 49 Million Face Food Insecurity Across Africa
August 09, 2026
Two African Nations Pull Further Ahead in Global Travel Freedom Rankings
August 01, 2026
Ramaphosa Pivots Focus to Jobs Crisis as South Africa Marks Freedom Milestone
April 27, 2026
South Africa's Theaters Back Homegrown Films; Local Stories Reach Audiences This Winter
August 01, 2026
Southern Africa's mineral wealth promises jobs and clean energy; communities demand real b
August 12, 2026