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Youth in South Africa Turn to Bitcoin as Economic Desperation Deepens
Cryptocurrency adoption surges among jobless youth seeking financial alternatives.
Finance & Markets
Inflation Fears Drive South Africans Toward Alternative Investments in Gold, Crypto
South Africans increasingly turn to precious metals and digital assets amid economic pressures.
Finance & Markets
South Africa's Currency Crisis Deepens as Middle East Turmoil Spooks Global Markets
Geopolitical tensions and currency depreciation create mounting economic pressures for policymakers
Technology
South African Firms Accelerate Tech Spending as Remote Work Becomes Standard Practice
Corporate investment in cloud and cybersecurity infrastructure accelerates across South Africa's business landscape.
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Politics & Governance
South Africa's Election Authority Battles Disinformation Surge Ahead of Crucial Local Vote
Voters face disinformation threats as election authority works to protect ballot integrity.
Opinion & Analysis
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Opinion & Analysis
Johannesburg's Hidden Power Theft Crisis Deepens Grid Strain for Struggling Residents
Illegal power theft in informal settlements worsens service for all residents while exposing gaps in electricity access.
The long read
The long read
Shipra Neeraj left QNET for Ignite, then the comments turned ugly
Her calm exit drew a wave of inauthentic Instagram activity, and 185,000 followers saw the contrast in real time.
Spotlight
Youth in South Africa Turn to Bitcoin as Economic Desperation Deepens
May 28, 2026
Major Global Carriers Boost South Africa Flights as Winter Travel Demand Surges
May 04, 2026
Southern Africa Seeks Billions for Transport, Energy Networks as Leaders Map Growth Strate
May 13, 2026
Coalitions Set to Decide South Africa's Municipal Election Battles in Key Urban Areas
April 24, 2026
Cape Town Surges as Elite Winter Getaway, Outpacing Traditional Cold-Weather Rivals
May 24, 2026