The U.S. helps Ukraine defend itself from the Russian aggression. Washington is also actively assisting Kyiv’s efforts in developing democratic governance and bolstering civil society.
Ghana stands at a pivotal moment in its creative evolution, poised to rival industry giants like Nigeria and South Africa by harnessing its unique cultural essence and fostering a dynamic creative ecosystem.
The South African Minister of Finance gazetted (in February 2024) proposed amendments to Treasury Regulations 16 (Reg 16) issued pursuant to the Public Finance Management Act, 1996 (the "PFMA") and Municipal Public Private Partnership regulations issued pursuant to the Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 (the "MFMA").
The De Beers owner is a longstanding jewel in the African' state’s economic crown – it would be a ‘big blow’ to see it sold offThe world’s largest mining company has a problem. Australia’s BHP has set out its intention to snap up the rival miner Anglo American in a multibillion-pound deal that would reshape the global industry. Its proposed £31bn takeover plan has already been rebuffed as a lowball offer that undervalues the company. But Anglo’s deep roots in South Africa could be a far more...
In the latest news in South Africa on Monday, 22 April, a FlySafair plane lost a wheel during take-off on Sunday afternoon.
South Africa is seeking potential minority investors and access to capital markets and loan financing for South African Airways for more rapid expansion, following the collapse of a previous equity deal, the national flag carrier’s interim Chairman Derek Hanekom said on local broadcaster eNCA.
RABAT - South Africa was and will remain a marginal actor in the Moroccan
Anrich Nortje will make an international comeback after a nine-month absence at the 2024 T20 World Cup. Nortje, who has been in action at the IPL, has been named in South Africa's 15-player squad that will be led by Aiden Markram. Opening batter Ryan Rickelton and seamer Ottniel Baartman - both standout performers at this year's SA20 - have also earned call-ups and are set to earn their first T20I caps.Rickelton was the leading run-scorer in the SA20 and the second-highest run-scorer at the...
Analysts and polls predict that the waning popularity of the democratic party once led by Nelson Mandela is likely to see it lose its parliamentary majority for the first time.
Polls predict ANC likely to lose parliamentary majority, due to high unemployment and wealth inequalitySouth Africa marked 30 years since the end of apartheid and the birth of its democracy with a ceremony in the capital that included a 21-gun salute and the waving of the country’s multicoloured flag.Any sense of celebration on the momentous anniversary was however set against a growing discontent with the current government. Continue reading
By GERALD IMRAY Associated Press CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South Africans celebrate their “Freedom Day” every April 27. It’s the day they remember their country’s pivotal first democratic election in 1994 that announced the official end of the racial segregation and oppression of apartheid. Saturday is the 30th anniversary of the momentous vote
Finance chiefs say higher taxes for the super-rich are key to battling global inequality and climate crisisBillionaires should pay minimum 2% wealth tax, say G20 ministersWhen the governors of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund convened for the spring meetings last week, it was all about the really big questions. What can the international community do to accelerate decarbonisation and fight climate change? How can highly indebted countries retain fiscal space to invest in...