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South African Municipal Councillor Killed in Shooting as Security Concerns Intensify

A municipal councillor was shot and killed near his office in the eThekwini Municipality, adding to growing concerns over political violence and public security in South Africa. The attack occurred in the KwaZulu-Natal province, a region that has experienced repeated incidents involving local political......

Amnesty International warns of rising attacks against migrants in South Africa

Amnesty International has raised concerns over the growing intimidation and abuses targeting migrants in South Africa, calling on authorities to take urgent action against groups accused of carrying out illegal inspections, forced evictions, and harassment of migrants and foreign-owned businesses. In......

Digital betting and corruption concerns deepen South Africa’s growing social crisis

Digital betting in South Africa has evolved beyond a simple form of entertainment or a rapidly expanding economic activity. It has become a social phenomenon reflecting the deep inequalities affecting the country, where many young people increasingly see online gambling as a possible escape from economic......

Deadly South Africa bus crash renews calls for stronger road safety measures

A tragic bus accident in South Africa has claimed the lives of 12 people and injured dozens of others, drawing renewed attention to the country's ongoing road safety challenges. The crash occurred when a long-distance passenger bus overturned while traveling between Cape Town and Johannesburg, prompting......

South Africa faces growing economic risks as investment remains weak

South Africa is facing increasing economic risks as weak investment continues to weigh on growth prospects, job creation and efforts to improve living standards, according to a recent report highlighted by local media. The report warned that the country's fixed investment rate remains below the......

South African High Court Freezes Impeachment Inquiry Against President Ramaphosa Over Phala Phala Scandal

The Western Cape High Court has issued a ruling allowing South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to temporarily halt parliamentary impeachment proceedings and block the National Assembly panel from resuming public hearings linked to the high-profile "Phala Phala" farm scandal. The judicial......

Over 160,000 Foreigners Flee South Africa Following Surge in Anti-Immigrant Violence

More than 160,000 foreign nationals have departed South Africa over the past two months in an unprecedented mass exodus triggered by escalating violent protests targeting undocumented migrants, according to reports compiled by Agence France-Presse (AFP). The rapid departure follows weeks of heightened......

Zazu selects Morocco to launch digital banking platform after securing $1 million in funding

Morocco is set to welcome a new player in the fintech sector after startup Zazu secured $1 million in initial funding to prepare the launch of its digital banking platform in Morocco and South Africa. The company aims to provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with easier access to financial......

Ghana and Nigeria call for African action against Afrophobia in South Africa

  Ghana and Nigeria have called on the African Union to address the growing concerns surrounding Afrophobia and xenophobic violence in South Africa, following reports of attacks targeting African nationals and the evacuation of thousands of foreign residents. The appeal came after discussions......