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S. Africa Forms Company to Expand Bulk Water Infrastructure
(Bloomberg) -- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa approved a law to set up a new agency that will develop and manage the country’s…
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South Africa is investigating alleged corruption of more than $7B at top state-owned companies
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South Africa has active investigations into alleged corruption totaling more than $7 billion at some of its…
Politics
Danish Foreign Minister Rasmussen: 'We live in the century of Africa'
Denmark intends to significantly expand its engagement in Africa, also aiming to counteract the influence of China and Russia on the…
Politics
South Africa opposition in turmoil as Malema's deputy jumps ship
A major player on South Africa's political landscape for more than a decade, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has been shaken to the…
Politics
Southern African leaders meet amid mpox concerns and a political crackdown in summit host Zimbabwe
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — African leaders will meet in Zimbabwe on Saturday for a scheduled summit of the 16-nation Southern African…
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UN chief calls for permanent Africa Security Council seat
UN chief António Guterres has called for Africa to be given a permanent seat at the UN Security Council as part of reforms to correct…
Politics
Was Ukraine’s role in big Wagner defeat an own goal in Africa?
As Ukraine’s foreign minister completes his latest tour of Africa, his country risks paying a serious diplomatic price for helping…
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First deaf Miss South Africa crowned after divisive competition
Mia le Roux has become the first deaf woman to be crowned Miss South Africa following a divisive competition which saw one finalist…
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Miss South Africa contestant pulls out amid nationality row
The Miss South Africa beauty contestant at the centre of a nationality row has withdrawn from the competition, saying she took the…
Politics
Turkey submits bid to join South Africa genocide case against Israel
Turkey on Wednesday formally submitted its bid to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel over the Gaza war at the International…
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Joy and relief as South Africa manages to keep its lights on
Regular power cuts had become a feature of South African life and fed feelings the country was moving in the wrong direction, but the…
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Post falsely claims to show bread sold by foreign shop owners in South Africa
Screenshot of the false X post, taken on July 29, 2024 Shared hundreds of times, the post includes a picture of a loaf of bread in a…
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'Fear kept me alive on epic motorbike trip across Africa'
At the age of 23, Nigerian musician Udoh Ebaide Joy survived a traumatic car accident. It damaged her spinal cord and for months she could…
Politics
Putin's Wagner Group mercenaries got thrashed in the African desert — and Ukraine says it helped
Ukraine says it aided rebels in Mali to defeat Russian Wagner Group mercenaries. The battle shows a new front for Ukraine in countering…
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Lawmakers in Nigeria try to resolve rift between authorities and Africa's richest man
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigerian legislators on Monday began an investigation into the alleged importation of contaminated fuel into the…
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African Development Bank approves $1B loan to South Africa's state-owned rail and ports company
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — The African Development Bank said Thursday it had approved a $1 billion loan to South Africa's state-owned…
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Baerbock continues West Africa tour with visit to Ivory Coast
Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is continuing her two-day visit to West Africa in Ivory Coast. The Green politician was…
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Germany eyes cooperation with W Africa to counter Sahel instability
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock arrived in Senegal on Monday in an effort to intensify cooperation with West Africa's…
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Leaving Syria's civil war to be a mercenary in Africa
For more than 10 years, Abu Mohammad has been living in a tent with his family in northern Syria, displaced by the long-running civil war.…
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Africa’s richest man says he doesn’t own a home outside Nigeria
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has shocked many Nigerians after saying he doesn't own a house outside the country. Mr Dangote said…
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6 firefighters have died battling a bushfire in South Africa after storms batter other areas
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Six firefighters have died battling a bushfire in the eastern KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa and…
Politics
Top German diplomat: West Africa stability key for European security
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, who is set to travel to West Africa on Monday, is hoping to expand cooperation with Senegal and…
Lifestyle
South Africa travel guide: Spend your trip with wildlife on unforgettable safaris, magnificent hikes and more
There is surely something for everyone in South Africa. From hikers, to those fond of magnificent animals, to history buffs, there is…
Business
Is South Africa ready to embrace electric vehicle production?
Today, South Africa is recognised as the largest producer of automotive vehicles on the African continent, with the industry playing a…