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$28.8 Billion Trade Stake Hangs on AGOA Review
Duty-free US market access decision shapes exporter and investor outlook for 2027
Business & Economy
Stats SA rebases GDP, lifting economy to R8.044-trillion
Statistical agency overhauls national accounts, lifting output figure by 5.3%
Business & Economy
South Africa's borrowers wait as rate reform hits legal snag
Benchmark rate switch proceeds despite stalled amendment bill in Parliament
Crime & Investigation
Voters' right to know council candidates at stake in court
Electoral Court weighs transparency in single-candidate party lists
Crime & Investigation
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Africa
Putin sets $50bn trade target for Africa at Kremlin summit
Moscow and African leaders agree trade and investment plan through 2029
Politics & Governance
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Politics & Governance
Delivery basics on the ballot: Hill-Lewis makes his case
DA leader argues municipal service delivery is the real test of this election
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
Xenophobia Drives Foreign Workers Out, Threatening South Africa's Economy and Services
August 11, 2026
Trump Orders Naval Lockdown in Persian Gulf Amid Iran Tensions; Oil Markets Brace for Impa
May 20, 2026
Higher Borrowing Costs Hit South African Households as Central Bank Raises Rates
September 24, 2026
South Africa's rhino protection faces setback as court allows export pathway
July 06, 2026
Africa Pursues Development Partnerships; Consultations Focus on Citizens' Everyday Needs
July 10, 2026