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South African manufacturing confidence slips in June as demand weakens, Absa PMI shows

South Africa's manufacturing sector lost momentum in June as weaker customer demand led to a decline in new orders, according to the latest Absa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI). While falling global oil prices helped improve expectations for the months ahead, overall business conditions in the......

South Africa pledges $2.5 million to Africa CDC Ebola fund amid growing outbreak

South Africa has committed $2.5 million through the African Epidemic Fund to support the response to the Ebola outbreak spreading across the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The African Centres for Disease Control and Prevention welcomed the contribution as a demonstration of continental solidarity......

African nations seek financing alternatives as Iran war fuels inflation surge

The 2026 conflict involving Iran has intensified economic pressure across Africa, triggering a sharp rise in inflation, tighter monetary policy and renewed concerns over debt sustainability. The disruption to energy flows following instability around the Strait of Hormuz has added further strain to economies......

South African rand strengthens on rising commodity prices

The South African rand showed signs of strength in early trading, supported by a broad rise in global commodity prices as investors continue to monitor geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The currency gained modestly against the U.S. dollar, reflecting renewed confidence linked to South Africa’s......

Six South African cities rank among world’s top 20 for crime – Numbeo 2026

Six cities in South Africa have been listed among the 20 most crime-affected cities worldwide in Numbeo’s Crime Index 2026, according to local media reports published on Saturday. The ranking, compiled by Numbeo — a well-known participatory online database — places Pietermaritzburg,......

China to lead BRICS naval drills with Iran in South Africa

South Africa will host a multinational naval exercise from January 9 to 16, marking the first joint maritime operation involving BRICS Plus nations and Iran. Dubbed "Will for Peace 2026," the drills will be led by China, bringing together navies from BRICS Plus countries for maritime security......

South Africa: western cape region battling wildfires for ten days

A wildfire that broke out on December 22 in the Cederberg area of South Africa’s Western Cape province remains active after burning more than 35,000 hectares of vegetation, according to local fire services. Emergency authorities reported that most northern sections of the Cederberg region are......

CAN 2025: Mali, Zambia, Egypt and South Africa Kick Off on Monday

After Sunday’s opening match between Morocco and Comoros, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) continues on Monday with three exciting group-stage games featuring several favorites entering the competition. At 3:00 PM local time at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca, Mali and Zambia will face each......

CAN 2025: South Africa first to reveal final 25-man squad

South Africa became the first country to announce its final 25-player squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), set to take place in Morocco from December 21 to January 18. The team features a strong presence of domestic league players, reflecting the depth of talent in the local championship. Belgian......