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• Ghanaian Prophet unmasks possible U.S. invasion of South Afr... May 14, 2026 11:41 am Modern Ghana Controversial Ghanaian preacher Prophet Dr. Prince Brown has unleashed a fiery warning to South Africa over recurring xenophobic attacks on immigrants, declaring that the nation is “sitting on a time bomb” if the violence does not stop. The founder of …
• AJ Venter’s 50th Isle of Man TT: a historic South African milestone May 14, 2026 11:40 am IOL South African motorcycle ace AJ Venter is preparing for one of the rarest milestones in international road racing as he heads towards his 50th race start at the Isle of Man TT. The upcoming event will mark Venter’s tenth consecutive year competing at the …
• Club Med South Africa boosts KZN tourism investment May 14, 2026 11:39 am Zawya South Africa’s tourism sector is gaining momentum as the upcoming Club Med South Africa Beach & Safari Resort on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast signals growing investor confidence, rising global demand and expanding capacity. Government and industry …
• South Africa: Luxury safari travel shifts toward conservation tourism May 14, 2026 11:39 am Zawya Southern Africa’s luxury safari sector is increasingly positioning conservation-led experiences at the centre of high-end travel offerings as demand grows for more sustainable and regenerative tourism. According to Booking.com research, 85% of global …
• Ghana to repatriate 300 citizens after xenophobic incidents in South Africa May 14, 2026 11:31 am Modern Ghana Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said on Tuesday that President John Dramani Mahama had approved the operation. "These distressed Ghanaians had earlier complied with the Foreign Ministry's advisory and registered with our High …
• Crossing The Line | The day South Africa killed its children May 14, 2026 11:31 am IOL On June 16, 1976, thousands of young learners from schools in Soweto march with the intention of gathering at Orlando Stadium to protest against an apartheid government instruction that they should all be taught in Afrikaans. But before anyone could reach …
• 10.8 million South Africans still below food poverty line, Ntshavheni says May 14, 2026 11:31 am IOL Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says 10.8 million South Africans remain below the food poverty line, even as poverty levels continue to decline, with extreme poverty falling from 27.4% in 2006 to 17.6% in 2023. Tabling Statistics South …
• Subaru preparing new Outback for South Africa – Here’s what to expect May 14, 2026 11:26 am The Citizen (South Africa) Subaru's local division is yet to confirm an official date of reveal. After its world debut just over a year ago, Subaru South Africa officially confirmed the all-new seventh generation Outback for the local market in April. Making the transition from …
• Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah dedicated his life for South Africa liberation — C May 14, 2026 11:22 am Modern Ghana The Convention People's Party (CPP) has praised the government for its swift diplomatic response following reports of xenophobic attacks targeting Ghanaians and other African nationals in parts of South Africa. The party also commended President John …
• Don't rule out Manie Libbok return to South Africa as Sharks hunt world-class flyhalf May 14, 2026 11:18 am Sunday Tribune There is an increasing possibility that Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok could make a return to the Shark Tank at some point as the Durban club hunts for a long-term, world-class playmaker. It is known that the “game plan” at the Sharks regarding this vital …
• South Africa court clears way for Zuma's arms graft trial May 14, 2026 11:12 am Yahoo News A South African court ruled Thursday that a long-running arms deal corruption case against former president Jacob Zuma and French defence giant Thales can proceed, rejecting bids to delay the trial. The case stems from a 1990s $2 billion arms deal to …
• Johan Mulder: Cardiff’s South African star eyes URC Play-Offs and bragging rights on Stormers May 14, 2026 11:11 am Ruck Life in Wales has already far exceeded South African scrum half Johan Mulder’s expectations, but the best may yet be to come. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone. Mulder joined Cardiff Rugby amid …
• Xenophobic Attacks: Oshiomhole Pushes Economic Sanction Against South Africa May 14, 2026 10:55 am Per Second News By Omoyeni Ojeifo Sen. Adams Oshiomhole has renewed his call for economic sanctions against South Africa following recurring xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in the country. The senator representing Edo North district in the 10th National Assembly argued …
• Malatsi plans ECA overhaul that could open the door for Musk’s Starlink in South Africa May 14, 2026 10:53 am IOL Minister of Communications Solly Malatsi says his department will continue to pursue changes to the Electronic Communications Act, which could pave the way for companies like Starlink to meet  B-BBEE requirements through Equity Equivalent Investment …
• South Africa declares national disaster as flooding and extreme weather kill at least 10 May 14, 2026 10:43 am Ghana Broadcasting Corporation By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent At least 10 people have been killed and thousands displaced as South Africa declares a national state of disaster following a week of devastating torrential rains and extreme weather. The crisis has …
• Icasa says South Africa needs new legislation for Starlink May 14, 2026 10:38 am Advanced Television South Africa’s communications regulator Icasa continues to defy the nation’s Communications Minister Solly Malatsi’s demand that permission be given for SpaceX’s Starlink to operate in the country. In a statement on May 13th, Icasa said that to grant such …
• Concerns mount over the future of South Africa's bus rapid transit systems as Treasury halts funding May 14, 2026 10:38 am Mercury The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, which has cost the country an estimated R80 billion to implement, is at risk of being phased out following concerns that the national project has failed to take off. The National Portfolio Committee on Transport revealed …
• Gravity based Storage Provider Energy Vault, Eskom Partner On 25 MW/100 MWh Project In South Africa May 14, 2026 10:35 am Saur Energy Energy Vault Holdings, Inc. (Energy Vault), a global leader in sustainable, grid-scale energy storage and AI compute infrastructure solutions, entered a development agreement with Eskom Holdings SOC Limited (Eskom), a South African state-owned electricity …
• Perion partners Mediamark, McSorely in Africa AI ad drive May 14, 2026 10:21 am The Standard Perion Network CEO Tal Jacobson PERION Network Ltd has struck an exclusive partnership with McSorely Media and joint venture partner Mediamark to roll out its artificial intelligence-powered advertising platform across Africa, as global firms race to tap …
• Connecting capital to opportunity: Strengthening the South Africa–global investment corridor May 14, 2026 10:02 am IOL Global capital is not retreating from Africa, it is becoming more disciplined in how it is deployed. For South Africa, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity, and attracting sustained investment will depend not only on the strength of underlying …
• South Africa's affordability reset: A new consumer reality emerges May 14, 2026 9:40 am Independent on Saturday As South Africa moves through May 2026, a considerable shift in consumer behaviour is becoming evident. While the economic landscape continues to threaten household budgets, the consumer mindset has evolved — less indulgent and far more cautious, as …
• Goldman now sees two 2026 South Africa rate hikes because of war May 14, 2026 9:30 am Engineering News Goldman Sachs expects South Africa to raise interest rates twice this year after previously seeing a series of cuts, as the Iran war fans inflation risks around the world. The bank forecasts quarter-point increases at the central bank’s meetings in May and …
• South Africa firm targets Tanzania’s employer healthcare market May 14, 2026 9:27 am The Citizen Dar es Salaam. South African medical scheme administrator Discovery Health – Global Health Solutions has unveiled a new strategy aimed at improving workplace healthcare services in Tanzania, as the company seeks to strengthen its presence in the country’s …
• Young South Africans are less likely to get jobs May 14, 2026 9:27 am IOL Young South Africans remain significantly less likely to be employed than older adults, with new Statistics South Africa data highlighting the scale of the country’s deepening youth employment crisis. According to Statistics South Africa, 5.6 million young …
• South Africa Secures $150m OPEC Fund Loan May 14, 2026 9:16 am News Central TV South Africa has secured a $150 million development policy loan from the OPEC Fund for International Development, marking the first-ever direct lending agreement between the National Treasury and the organisation. Announced on Wednesday, the financing is …
• South Africa's unemployment rate rises to 32.7% in 2026: A call for action May 14, 2026 9:13 am Mercury South Africa’s unemployment crisis has deepened, with the official unemployment rate rising to 32.7% in the first quarter of 2026, prompting the Department of Employment and Labour to intensify a range of interventions aimed at job creation, skills …
• Standard Bank’s Money Reels named South Africa’s Best Customer Insights Initiative May 14, 2026 9:02 am Business Day Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn Standard Bank’s Money Reels feature has been named South Africa’s Best Customer Insights Initiative at the Digital CX …
• Many Angles To The Zenophobic Attacks In South Africa… May 14, 2026 8:48 am Oasis Magazine By Bola BOLAWOLE [email protected] 0807 552 5533 0803 251 0195. (Published in the TREASURES column on the back page of the New Telegraph newspaper of Wednesday, 13 May, 2026). It amuses me that a people that cannot deal with their own demons demand that …
• Immigration corruption in South Africa: Home Affairs official arrested May 14, 2026 8:45 am The South African The Hawks arrested a senior immigration officer on allegations of bribery and document confiscation, reinforcing concerns about immigration corruption in South Africa. Authorities continue enforcement actions against corrupt immigration officials as travel …
• How to safely repatriate your wealth to South Africa May 14, 2026 8:31 am IOL Harry Scherzer|Published 4 hours ago You’ve grown weary of the grey skies, the cost of living, the distance from loved ones, and the fact that a cup of coffee in London will set you back almost as much as a burger with fries back home. So you sell up, pack …
• South Africa mourns media and culture icon Maria McCloy May 14, 2026 8:26 am Pretoria News The South African entertainment industry is mourning the loss of one of its most influential cultural figures, Maria McCloy, who has died at the age of 50. According to a statement released by her family, McCloy passed away on Tuesday evening, 12 May 2026 …
• Mrs South Africa princess launches Gauteng matric dress drive for 1 000 girls May 14, 2026 8:20 am Kempton Express Talitha Oosthuizen, 1st Princess Mrs South Africa, is calling on residents across Gauteng to open their wardrobes and their hearts by donating evening wear dresses to help make the matric ball dreams of 1 000 girls come true. According to Oosthuizen, for …
• News24 | Why proudly South African clothes are being made in ‘sweatshops’ May 14, 2026 8:19 am News24 6 February this year was a disruptive day for South Africa’s clothing sector. In Pietermaritzburg, Chantal Naidoo, in her capacity as Secretary-General of the National Bargaining Council for the Clothing Manufacturing Industry, filed an affidavit with the …
• BRICS 2026 Summit: Africa’s Defining Battle for Global Order May 14, 2026 8:17 am African Leadership Magazine In May 2026, BRICS evolved beyond its origins as an emerging-markets concept into a major geopolitical coalition spanning Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Eurasia, and Latin America. Representing more than half of the world’s population and an expanding …
• Odyssey Dance Studio dancers waltzing their way to South African competition May 14, 2026 8:15 am Seychelles Nation The dancers raring to go Eight dancers from the Odyssey Dance Studio are set to leave Seychelles this weekend for a cultural exchange and their first international Latin ballroom dance competition in South Africa. The team, comprising seven young dancers …
• South Africa Lauds India's Efforts To Promote International Discourse On Topical, Forward-Looking Issues May 14, 2026 8:11 am MENAFN (MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola in New Delhi on Wednesday, discussing various aspects of strategic partnership and multilateral issues of …
• Cementation Africa transitions ownership amid rise in mining investment May 14, 2026 8:01 am Mining Weekly JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – The ownership transition of Cementation Africa is enabling this underground mining contracting business to advance at a time of capital investment uptick in mining. Transitioning outside of the Murray & Roberts group …
• Sara Mose inspired to chase more glory two silvers at Africa Junior and Senior Championships May 14, 2026 7:50 am Star Sara Mose in action at the at  recent  training session/HANDOUTKenyan swimmer Sara Mose says her experience at the 2026 Africa Aquatics Junior and Senior Swimming Championships in Oran, Algeria, has motivated her to chase more success in future …
• ATI 2026: Bronwen Auret on how tourism grading elevates the South African visitor experience May 14, 2026 7:37 am IOL ZamaNdosi Cele|Published 43 minutes ago At Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026, held at the Durban International Convention Centre from May 11 - 14, the spotlight was not only on showcasing destinations, but also on ensuring tourists leave South Africa with …
• ‘Pappa se Tottie’: The cheeky South African hot sauce born from a family joke that now melts tastebuds nationwide May 14, 2026 7:36 am Daily News What started as a spicy prank between brothers-in-law has erupted into one of South Africa’s most talked-about chilli sauces — complete with a name that makes some people laugh, others blush, and plenty reach for a glass of milk. For chef Shannon Britz …
• World Reuters South Africa's Ramaphosa gets party backing over 'Farmgate' scandal, SABC reports May 14, 2026 7:17 am Yahoo News JOHANNESBURG, May 14 (Reuters) - South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured the backing of his party's top decision-making body over a scandal triggered ‌by the theft of bundles of cash in foreign currency hidden in ‌a sofa on his ranch, …
• Nigeria-South Africa Chamber urges calm, dialogue over xenophobic unrest May 14, 2026 7:03 am Peoples Gazette The Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce has called for calm, dialogue and strengthened bilateral cooperation amid recent xenophobic unrest. The chairman of NSACC, Ije Jidenma, made the call in a statement on Tuesday. The federal government has taken …
• Ghana to repatriate 300 citizens after anti-migrant attacks in South Africa May 14, 2026 6:56 am Pretoria News Ghana has announced it was evacuating 300  citizens from South Africa, after an upsurge in xenophobic incidents across the country in recent weeks. In a message posted on X, Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said President John Dramani Mahama had …
• Via Africa: Consortium announces new subsea cable project May 14, 2026 6:53 am Total Telecom Investors including Canalink, GUILAB, International Mauritania Telecom, Orange Group, Orange Côte d’Ivoire, Sonatel, Silverlinks, announce the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to initiate the Via Africa submarine cable project, confirming …
• The systemic threat of procurement fraud in South Africa’s law enforcement May 14, 2026 6:44 am Independent on Saturday The recent suspension of Fannie Masemola has sent ripples through South Africa’s law enforcement community, revealing not merely a political scandal, but the unsettling reality of procurement fraud as a systemic risk. As allegations swirl around Masemola, …
• CHRIS BARRON: What South African manufacturers want May 14, 2026 6:14 am Financial Mail Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn China’s zero-tariff policy, announced gleefully by trade, industry & competition minister Parks Tau last week, won’t …
• The world’s best road trip? Right here in South Africa May 14, 2026 6:13 am Financial Mail Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn A country notorious for potholes now also has the smoothest ride: South Africa’s Garden Route is the world’s best road trip …
• Solly Malatsi outlines South Africa’s affordable internet and connectivity plans May 14, 2026 6:08 am Cape Town ETC South Africa’s digital divide may be shrinking on paper, but Communications Minister Solly Malatsi says millions of people are still being left behind where it matters most, affordability, reliability and meaningful access. Delivering his Budget Vote …
• Top five coastal escapes in South Africa for a cosy winter getaway May 14, 2026 6:06 am IOL When the mercury drops and that familiar winter bite settles in, most of us instinctively reach for our warmest jackets and woolly socks and start dreaming of a quiet coastal escape. There is a particular kind of magic found at the seaside during these …
• Personalised medicine: how Dr Tulsi's research could transform TB treatment in South Africa May 14, 2026 6:05 am Weekend Argus In the global battle against Tuberculosis (TB), the "one-size-fits-all" approach to medicine may finally be reaching its expiration date. Dr Sahil Tulsi, a Durban-born researcher, has earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Virology from the …
• Backline Babes: how women are redefining surf culture in South Africa May 14, 2026 6:05 am Weekend Argus Penelope Meniere|Published 1 hour ago After recently moving closer to Muizenberg, the pull to tell this story is real, and personal. I started surfing at 52. My fear of sharks is significant. But the fear of living a life where I never try anything that …
• Guardrisk North vs South padel returns to Camps Bay dome May 14, 2026 5:44 am African Insider Cape Town – South Africa’s top padel players are set to descend on The Rotunda in Camps Bay this week as the fourth edition of the Guardrisk North vs South tournament returns for a three-day battle for national bragging rights. The tournament, backed by …
• Africa’s bioenergy sector takes centre stage at BIO360 Africa 2026 in Johannesburg May 14, 2026 5:43 am Cape Business News Johannesburg, South Africa | 17–18 June 2026 | The Gallagher Convention Centre AFRICA’s bioenergy sector is set for significant growth as Bio360 Africa 2026 launches at the Gallagher Convention Centre, bringing together international investors, …
• Youth-led MSMEs in Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa lag in digital readiness despite fintech boom – Study May 14, 2026 5:41 am Business Day Youth-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Sub-Saharan Africa are facing what researchers describe as a growing digital maturity crisis, despite the rapid expansion of fintech services and internet access across the continent. The …
• Silverlinks Moves Forward with Atlantic Subsea Cable Connecting Europe & West Africa May 14, 2026 5:38 am The Fast Mode Silverlinks, announced the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to initiate the Via Africa submarine cable project, confirming a shared ambition to develop international connectivity, to support traffic growth and to strengthen the resilience …
• SA and the Rest of Africa May 14, 2026 5:29 am This Day Xenophobia shouldn’t be allowed to replace apartheid or fester much longer, writes Monday Philips Ekpe The peculiarity of South Africa goes beyond its geography, being located at the southern-most part of Africa. Same for its enduring status as arguably …
• Africa PKI Consortium builds the continent’s trust layer May 14, 2026 5:25 am Biometric Update “If the continent is to achieve its sovereignty it needs to have control over every ingredient that is used,” said ID4Africa EC Dr. Joseph Atick, introducing the Africa PKI Consortium (AfPKIC) in the final session of day 2 of the 2026 AGM. Nigerian …
• Women-led SANParks continues to inspire conservation at Africa’s Travel Indaba May 14, 2026 5:23 am Sunday World South African National Parks (SANParks), which is led by two powerful women, continues to inspire as it celebrates 100 years of Kruger National Park. SANParks is led by environmental advocate and former member of parliament,  Beryl Ferguson as interim …
• South Africa Used AI To Write Its Now Withdrawn AI Policy. The Citations Were Fake. May 14, 2026 4:51 am Techdirt from the doesn't-anyone-check-anything? dept Given how often we’ve seen AI-generated fake citations show up in legal filings and even legal decisions, you’d think the lesson would have sunk in by now: if you’re going to use AI to help draft something, …
• South Africa's Tourism Minister unveils new Electronic Travel Authorisation to boost tourism May 14, 2026 4:42 am Daily News To facilitate easier visitor movement into South Africa and bolster tourism, a digital authorisation system will be relied on to enable eligible travellers to enter the country. The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), a groundbreaking digital feature …
• Broll Property expands into Dubai to tap Gulf-Africa investment flows May 14, 2026 4:29 am Business Day Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn Privately owned property manager Broll Property has set up base in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), looking to capture money …
• South Africa lauds India’s efforts to promote international discourse on topical, forward-looking issues May 14, 2026 4:10 am DD News External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar held a meeting with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola in New Delhi on Wednesday, discussing various aspects of the strategic partnership and multilateral issues of mutual interest. “Glad to meet FM …
• The dark side of policing: How corruption fuels illegal mining operations in South Africa May 14, 2026 4:04 am IOL The Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA) says evidence from the Madlanga Commission and various scandals indicates that police corruption is not about a few rogue officers, but a deeper systemic issue, where police elements are allegedly …
• Zero-tariff policy boosts Hunan-Africa biz ties May 14, 2026 4:01 am China Daily An African goods market is pictured during the May Day holiday in Changsha, Hunan province, on May 1. DENG YILIN/XINHUA CHANGSHA — When more than 6,000 bottles of South African wine cleared customs at Changsha Huanghua International Airport in Central …
• MK Party Protestors Demand Ramaphosa’s Resignation at Africa’s Travel Indaba Opening May 14, 2026 4:01 am South Africa Today By Don Mthethwa, New Afrika Biz Magazine Durban – As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepared to officially open Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 on Tuesday, members of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party staged a vocal protest outside the main entrance of the Inkosi …
• Avengers Cape Town Football Club to Represent South Africa at TCL Five-A-Side Road to Greatness Tournament in London May 14, 2026 4:00 am South Africa Today TCL, the Global No.1 Mini LED and Ultra Large Screen TV brand (75”+) according to OMDIA 2025 and official Global partner of Arsenal FC, is proud to announce that, fresh off their victory at the local finals in Johannesburg last week, Avengers Cape Town …
• The Power Behind Care: Why South Africa must rethink the vital role of nursing May 14, 2026 4:00 am South Africa Today When a patient enters hospital care, it is often a nurse who steadies the experience ꟷ recognising distress, providing clarity and guiding patients through complex treatment pathways. As care expands doctors and multidisciplinary teams, nurses ensure …
• “The Escalator Theory”: why South Africa’s smartest fund selectors are no longer chasing performance May 14, 2026 3:59 am South Africa Today In the first half of 2025, 92% of actively managed funds benchmarked against the S&P South Africa 50 lagged the index. Over the past decade, three out of four active South African funds have underperformed their benchmark, and around 40% of the funds …
• Serco Advances Electric Truck Innovation with Purpose Built Bodies for the South African Market May 14, 2026 3:59 am South Africa Today South African truck and trailer body builder Serco continues to position itself at the forefront of next‑generation transport solutions through the successful design and manufacture of rigid truck bodies for a leading global electric vehicle (EV) …
• Ghana to Repatriate 300 Citizens Amid South Africa Xenophobic Attacks May 14, 2026 3:58 am South Africa Today The Ghanaian government has begun repatriating approximately 300 nationals caught up in recent anti-immigrant violence in South Africa. President John Dramani Mahama this week granted approval for the foreign affairs ministry to oversee the evacuation, …
• LUNGELO NTOBONGWANA | South Africa’s real crisis is institutional execution May 14, 2026 2:42 am Sunday Times Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn It is about time we come to the reality that South Africa’s institutional challenges are no longer isolated incidents. They …
• NHLANHLA NXUMALO | The march is not just xenophobia ― it is a cry from South Africa’s invisible men May 14, 2026 2:42 am Sunday Times Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn Every time unemployed South African men march against foreign nationals, our public discourse reaches for one word: …
• Via Africa subsea cable project to strengthen European, African connectivity May 14, 2026 2:34 am Computer Weekly A subsea infrastructure project, Via Africa, has been unveiled to strengthen connectivity between Europe and Africa, aiming to enhance the resilience and diversity of West Africa’s international communications. The Via Africa project will comprise a …
• Mum-to-be Deepika Padukone returns to Mumbai after completing King's South Africa schedule with Shah Rukh Khan May 14, 2026 2:19 am Hindustan Times After completing a shooting schedule in Cape Town with Shah Rukh Khan for King, Deepika Padukone has returned to Mumbai. The actor, who was spotted at the airport, briefly paused to pose for the paparazzi waiting outside. As her videos and pictures …
• Trump lands in China before Xi summit, Impeachment and a failed arrest rock Philippine politics, Ghana evacuates nationals from South Africa May 14, 2026 2:12 am GZERO Media Trump touches down in Beijing ahead of Xi meeting When US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping last met in October, the main topics – as they were in prior meetings – were trade, trade, and trade. When the two leaders meet again tomorrow …
• South Africa secures 150 million USD loan from OPEC for infrastructure reforms May 14, 2026 1:14 am Xinhua News Agency JOHANNESBURG, May 13 (Xinhua) -- The South African government announced Wednesday that it has secured a 150-million-U.S.-dollar development policy loan from the OPEC Fund for International Development to support infrastructure reforms. In a statement, …
• Crux Global Agency powers the entertainment experience of the 6th Basketball Africa League across Africa May 14, 2026 1:06 am MyJoyOnline From the electrifying atmosphere in South Africa to the vibrant cultural energy of Morocco, Crux Global Agency has become one of the key forces behind the entertainment and in-arena production experience of the 6th season of the Basketball Africa League ( …
• A Journey Home: Celebrating Education, Friendship, and Heritage in South Africa May 13, 2026 10:36 pm The Black Voice - South Carolina For Dacia Davis, earning a master’s degree from Georgia State University was more than an academic milestone. It became the beginning of a journey that deepened her understanding of history, identity, and heritage...
• South Africa’s xenophobia crisis deepens as Ghana rushes to evacuate over 300 citizens May 13, 2026 10:34 pm Business Insider Africa Ghana has announced plans to evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa in the wake of recent protests against foreign nationals. Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed on X Tuesday that President Akufo-Addo had authorized the "immediate …
• Reforming South Africa's energy sector May 13, 2026 10:31 pm CNBC Africa South Africa’s long-running electricity reform effort is entering a more consequential phase, with policymakers and industry now moving beyond broad policy design toward the harder task of implementation. That was the central message from a new briefing …
• Shifting Gears: South Africa's hot automotive sector May 13, 2026 10:31 pm CNBC Africa Share South Africa's automotive sector is evolving rapidly as new entrants, particularly Chinese vehicle manufacturers, continue gaining market share in the local market. The shift is raising broader questions around competition, localisation, …
• Mobile-first commerce gains momentum in South Africa May 13, 2026 10:30 pm CNBC Africa South African fintech Yoco has launched a new tap-to-pay capability on iPhone through a collaboration with Apple, marking what the company says is a first for the local market and underscoring the growing momentum behind mobile-first commerce in the …
• South Africa’s economic reform and job challenges May 13, 2026 10:30 pm CNBC Africa South Africa’s worsening jobs crisis should serve as a fresh warning that the country needs to accelerate domestic reforms, reduce the cost of doing business and make it easier for firms to start, operate and expand, according to Helanya Fourie, senior …
• Adam Thomas gives surprising update after his worrying behaviour at I’m A Celebrity South Africa final May 13, 2026 10:25 pm Entertainment Daily Adam Thomas has made a candid admission about how he is doing weeks after the explosive I’m A Celebrity South Africa final. The actor found himself at the centre of several heated rows and moments on the ITV show with co-stars David Haye and Jimmy Bullard …
• Opinion | Xenophobes are getting a free pass in South Africa May 13, 2026 9:27 pm Witness It is a hardy annual but despite, or maybe because of, all the empty platitudes, xenophobia is alive and well in South Africa. It starts with the name we use. We’ve compartmentalised it and used academia to render it into an abstract concept, unlike racism …
• Today in Africa — May 13, 2026: French President’s Africa Pitch Draws Backlash, Ghana Begins South Africa Evacuations May 13, 2026 9:21 pm OkayAfrica South African Media Industry Giant Maria McCloy Dies at 50 South African DJ, publicist, fashion designer, and cultural figure Maria McCloy has passed away at 50 after suffering heart failure, according to her family. McCloy worked with artists including …
• Ghana begins emergency repatriation of 300 citizens from South Africa amid surging xenophobic attacks May 13, 2026 9:02 pm Ghana Broadcasting Corporation By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent President John Mahama has authorized the immediate repatriation of 300 Ghanaian citizens currently trapped in South Africa. This decision follows a surge in xenophobic violence and targeted harassment …
• Can South Africa's president Ramaphosa avoid impeachment? May 13, 2026 8:45 pm Deutsche Welle South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is right back to where he was in late 2022:  under renewed scrutiny over alleged wrongdoing, facing an impeachment process and mounting calls to step down. On Monday, he announced that he will not resign and said he …
• South Africa secures $150mln loan from OPEC Fund May 13, 2026 8:20 pm Zawya  South Africa has secured a $150 ​million development ⁠policy loan from ‌the OPEC Fund for International Development to ​support reforms aimed at easing infrastructure ​bottlenecks, its National ​Treasury said on Wednesday. The Treasury in a statement ⁠ …
• BlackRock eyes bigger South Africa infrastructure push, calls for investment surge May 13, 2026 8:17 pm IOL Chairman and CEO of Global Infrastructure Partners, now part of BlackRock Inc, Adebayo Ogunlesi has said that South Africa stands at a critical turning point where infrastructure investment could unlock long-term economic growth, job creation and regional …
• Apple brings Tap to Pay on iPhone to South Africa May 13, 2026 8:02 pm MacDailyNews Tap to Pay on iPhone Apple on Tuesday announced that Tap to Pay on iPhone is now available in South Africa, enabling merchants to use iPhone to seamlessly and securely accept in-person contactless payments. In collaboration with payment platforms, app …
• New South Africa merger thresholds and filing fees effective 1 May 2026 May 13, 2026 7:44 pm Zawya The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, in consultation with the Competition Commission, has amended the merger notification thresholds and merger filing fees in South Africa, with effect from 1 May 2026. There remain two categories of mergers …
• South Africa identifies 97 contacts tied to MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak May 13, 2026 7:44 pm Zawya The Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, said 97 contacts in South Africa are linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius. Previously, the country identified 62 people who had been in contact with two positive cases: a Dutch woman who died and …
• South Africa: Vodacom lifts long‑term customer target as financial services grow May 13, 2026 7:43 pm Zawya South African mobile telecoms operator Vodacom Group said on Monday,10 May, it has upgraded its long‑term customer growth target after adding millions of customers over the past year. The Africa‑focused group, which is majority-owned by Britain's …
• Players consider jumping ship for South Africa T20 unless BBL pay improves May 13, 2026 7:38 pm The Age Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Share AAA Australia's best cricketers may quit the home summer to play in the lucrative South African Twenty20 tournament in January 2028 unless …
• Amerikaners celebrate first anniversary after relocating from South Africa to US May 13, 2026 7:18 pm Briefly The first group of Afrikaner refugees who relocated to the US in 2025 are now celebrating one year abroad Several refugees have reflected on rebuilding their lives after leaving South Africa Reports suggest the United States may expand the refugee …
• How to buy South Africa vs South Korea World Cup 2026 tickets May 13, 2026 7:14 pm Goal South Africa concludes their World Cup 2026 Group A campaign against South Korea on June 24. GOAL has everything you need to know about securing tickets for South Africa vs South Korea, including where to buy, ticket prices, and essential stadium …
• How to buy Czech Republic vs South Africa World Cup 2026 tickets May 13, 2026 7:13 pm Goal Czech Republic travels to the South for a pivotal Group A encounter against South Africa in what promises to be a crucial second-round fixture of the World Cup 2026. GOAL has everything you need to know about securing tickets for Czech Republic vs South …
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