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South African central bank lowers inflation goal without minister's sign-off
South Africa's central bank said on Thursday it would now aim for 3% inflation, not 4.5%, despite the finance minister not ...
Cost of South African government borrowing falls as Reserve Bank targets lower inflation
South Africa's government borrowing costs dropped to their lowest in five years after the Reserve Bank announced on Thursday ...
Scientists in South Africa are making rhino horns radioactive to fight poaching
A South African university launched an anti-poaching campaign Thursday to inject the horns of rhinos with radioactive ...
Trump looks to skip G20 summit in South Africa after viral Oval Office meeting
President Donald Trump said he may boycott the November G20 summit in South Africa due to ongoing diplomatic tensions and ...
South African State Insurer Builds $1.1 Billion Riot Buffer
South Africa’s state-owned risk insurer, which the government bailed out so it could meet claims stemming from riots four ...
Mzansi Welcomes The World: LIV Golf Set To Make African Debut In South Africa In 2026
LIV Golf makes its African debut in 2026 at Steyn City, South Africa, blending world-class golf, entertainment, and global ...
South African chain Nando's opens first Inner Loop restaurant in Montrose
South African chain Nando's is opening its first fast-casual restaurant in the Loop and third in the Houston area.
Princeton University student dies while cycling in her native South Africa
A 21-year-old Princeton University student died on Sunday after being struck by a car while cycling in South Africa. Kerry ...
South Africa: Fair play team of the 2024 Women's AFCON
Banyana Banyana take home the fair play award after a remarkable campaign.South Africa: Fair play team of the 2024 Women's ...
Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Summertide’ On Acorn TV, Where A Conservationist Returns To His South African Hometown, Along With His Family
Our Call: STREAM IT. Summertide is a show that you need to be in for the long haul, because the storytelling isn’t going to ...
Africa News Live Updates: Nigeria, South Africa and DRC confront US cuts, cholera threat, digital gaps
Welcome to today’s Africa Liveblog, where we’re tracking key developments across the continent. From strategic shifts in global investment to urgent public health concerns, today's updates highlight ...