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Politics & Current Affairs
Yemen government strikes Sanaa airport runway over Iranian aircraft dispute
Yemen's internationally recognised government says it struck Sanaa airport's runway to stop an Iranian aircraft from landing, raising fears of renewed escalation.
Tuesday 14 July 2026 - 11:50am
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africa, UN sign five-year framework to advance development goals
South Africa and the United Nations have signed a five-year cooperation framework to support national development priorities and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
Saturday 11 July 2026 - 12:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
South Africa destroys nearly 12,000 firearms on International Firearm Destruction Day
South African police destroyed 11,859 confiscated firearms on International Firearm Destruction Day as gun control advocates called for stronger measures to curb illegal weapons.
Friday 10 July 2026 - 10:41am
Business & Finance
Canton Fair promoted at AU to connect African businesses with global buyers
China and the African Union have promoted the 140th Canton Fair as a platform connecting African businesses with global buyers, investors and technology partners.
Thursday 09 July 2026 - 12:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Zimbabwe extends presidential term to 2030 under new constitutional law
Zimbabwe has enacted Constitutional Amendment No. 3, extending presidential and parliamentary terms to seven years and postponing the next general election to 2030.
Wednesday 08 July 2026 - 11:43am
Business & Finance
International delegation visits China's Guizhou to examine AI and big data development
Delegates from 21 countries visited China's Guizhou Province to examine advances in artificial intelligence, autonomous transport and big data applications.
Tuesday 07 July 2026 - 06:00pm
Business & Finance
The World Bank recommends extending South Africa's SEZ tax incentive nationwide
The World Bank has recommended extending South Africa's 15% SEZ corporate tax incentive nationwide, saying the country has the capacity to build a world-class special economic zone programme.
Tuesday 07 July 2026 - 04:30pm
Business & Finance
South Africans welcome first fuel price cut in months
South Africans are paying less for petrol and diesel after the first fuel price reduction in months, easing transport costs for households and businesses.
Tuesday 07 July 2026 - 12:00pm
Travel & Tourism
Harare hosts Mr and Miss Albinism Zimbabwe pageant
Contestants gathered in Harare for the Mr and Miss Albinism Zimbabwe pageant, held to mark International Albinism Awareness Day.
Tuesday 07 July 2026 - 09:40am
Politics & Current Affairs
Brazilian diplomacy earns 88% approval among foreign policy experts
Brazil's foreign policy has received its highest approval rating among foreign policy experts since the Emerging Middle Powers survey began, as the country expands trade partnerships amid rising tensions with the United States.
Tuesday 07 July 2026 - 09:15am
Politics & Current Affairs
Malawian man dies aboard repatriation bus in South Africa
A Malawian man died aboard a repatriation bus in Limpopo as scrutiny grows over assistance provided to displaced Malawian nationals.
Tuesday 07 July 2026 - 08:54am
Politics & Current Affairs
How Mkhwanazi's allegations changed South Africa's corruption debate
South Africans reflect on the Madlanga Commission one year after Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's allegations of corruption within the criminal justice system.
Monday 06 July 2026 - 07:23pm
Business & Finance
Chery launches operations at Rosslyn production facility in South Africa
Chery launched operations at the Rosslyn production facility as South Africa and China expand cooperation in automotive manufacturing and investment.
Sunday 05 July 2026 - 01:44pm
Climate & Environment
Brazil unveils progress on ecological transition plan
Brazil says its Ecological Transition Plan has mobilised billions in green investment, expanded climate financing and accelerated sustainable development.
Friday 03 July 2026 - 07:41pm
Travel & Tourism
Brazil arrivals to South Africa surge 40.6% before direct Cape Town–São Paulo flights
Tourist arrivals from Brazil to South Africa climbed 40.6% in May, ahead of LATAM Airlines' launch of direct flights from Cape Town to São Paulo on Thursday.
Thursday 02 July 2026 - 01:36pm
Business & Finance
Russia to host third Russia-Africa Summit as trade with continent reaches $27.7 billion
Russia will host the third Russia-Africa Summit in October after bilateral trade with Africa increased 43 percent to US$27.7 billion.
Thursday 02 July 2026 - 07:12am
Climate & Environment
Addis Ababa mobilises 750,000 residents in city-wide cleanup drive
More than 750,000 residents joined Addis Ababa's annual cleanup campaign to improve sanitation, reduce flooding and strengthen environmental sustainability.
Wednesday 01 July 2026 - 04:00pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Ramaphosa reshuffles Cabinet as Steenhuisen moved to deputy minister role
President Cyril Ramaphosa reshuffles Cabinet, moving John Steenhuisen and appointing new DA and ANC ministers across key government portfolios.
Wednesday 01 July 2026 - 07:22am
Politics & Current Affairs
March and March gives government six months on undocumented migration
March and March gives government six months to remove undocumented migrants, warning of weekly protests as nationwide immigration demonstrations continue.
Tuesday 30 June 2026 - 08:43pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Mercosur marks 35 years with trade reforms and global partnerships at Asunción summit
Mercosur leaders meet in Paraguay to advance trade reforms, digital integration, infrastructure investment and global partnerships during the bloc's 35th anniversary summit.
Monday 29 June 2026 - 05:22pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Hundreds march in Kliptown ahead of 30 June immigration deadline
Hundreds marched in Kliptown calling for stricter immigration enforcement ahead of 30 June as debate over undocumented migration intensifies nationwide.
Monday 29 June 2026 - 04:27pm
Politics & Current Affairs
South African doctors warn that xenophobia is fuelling a public health crisis
Public health experts warn xenophobia threatens healthcare access, social cohesion and public safety ahead of planned anti-immigration demonstrations on 30 June.
Monday 29 June 2026 - 03:57pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Zimbabweans seeking repatriation relocated amid storms in Cape Town.
Hundreds of Zimbabweans have been relocated to an Epping processing centre as voluntary repatriation efforts continue amid severe weather in Cape Town.
Monday 29 June 2026 - 07:37am
Politics & Current Affairs
Burkina Faso severs ties with France over neo-colonial ambitions'
Burkina Faso ends diplomatic relations with France, citing sovereignty concerns as the military government reshapes its foreign policy priorities.
Saturday 27 June 2026 - 10:08am
Politics & Current Affairs
Township Residents Prioritise Stability Over June 30 Protests
Residents across Gauteng urge peace and economic stability ahead of planned June 30 anti-immigration protests.
Thursday 25 June 2026 - 06:33pm
Business & Finance
Europe and Brazil deepen cooperation on critical minerals, defense and technology
Brazil and the European Union positioned the Mercosur-EU agreement as a strategic partnership focused on investment, technology, defense cooperation and sustainable development.
Wednesday 24 June 2026 - 08:34pm
Business & Finance
Mashatile pitches South Africa as China’s gateway to 1.3 billion African consumers
Deputy President Paul Mashatile promoted South Africa in Beijing as a gateway to African markets, highlighting opportunities in trade, technology, green hydrogen and manufacturing cooperation with China.
Wednesday 24 June 2026 - 07:47pm
Politics & Current Affairs
Eliud Kipchoge shifts focus from medals to inspiring future generations through running
Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge says his focus has shifted from winning medals to inspiring future generations, promoting education and using running as a tool for social change.
Wednesday 24 June 2026 - 10:00am
Politics & Current Affairs
England held goalless draw by Ghana in World Cup Group L
England were frustrated by a disciplined Ghana side as the teams played to a goalless draw in their FIFA World Cup Group L clash in Boston.
Wednesday 24 June 2026 - 06:00am
Politics & Current Affairs
Brazil marks World Refugee Day as refugee numbers rise amid global displacement crisis
Brazil has marked World Refugee Day by highlighting progress in refugee protection and integration, while new data shows that most municipalities still lack anti-xenophobia initiatives.
Tuesday 23 June 2026 - 09:40pm