By Yacoob Cassim President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly denied claims that the African National Congress (ANC) uses asylum seekers to gain votes in local government elections. Speaking during the Black Wednesday Commemoration, Ramaphosa dismissed the viral claims as fake news. He also warned the public about the growing dangers of online disinformation. Dismissing Election Fake
By Yacoob Cassim South Africa’s economic landscape is currently facing a dual narrative: a fierce policy debate over foreign e-commerce giants threatening local manufacturing, juxtaposed with major foreign direct investment expanding the country’s industrial mining sector. COSATU Calls for Ban on Shein and Temu The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is urging the
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South Africa fielded eight players over 30 years old against Australia in Gqeberha on Sunday, 18 October 2026. This rare milestone in South Africa Test cricket occurred for the first time in 102 years. For ongoing sports updates and national coverage, visit Al Ansaar News. Rain severely disrupted the opening day of the second Test
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Gunmen fatally shot two African National Congress (ANC) members while they campaigned in Umgababa, south of Durban, on 15 October 2026. A third member sustained serious injuries during the attack. This tragedy highlights escalating KZN political violence less than three weeks before the 4 November local government elections. For continuous coverage of local updates and
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In Washington, two legislative bills seeking to impose US sanctions on South Africa are set to expire on 3 January 2027 unless enacted into law, as the diplomatic divide between the two nations reaches unprecedented levels. This looming deadline coincides with the critical eligibility review for the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), with outcomes
Recent discussions between US President Donald J. Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu have triggered widespread speculation regarding a potential resumption of military strikes against Iran. According to the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office, Netanyahu has maintained regular contact with President Trump and senior officials within his administration. While the exact details of these conversations
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Kaizer Chiefs face a growing list of fitness concerns as key squad members recover from various injuries. Midfield maestro Lebohang Maboe recently suffered an ankle injury during Chiefs’ 0-0 draw against Golden Arrows. During that match, Maboe missed a penalty before picking up the knock. The injury subsequently ruled him out of Bafana Bafana’s recent
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The South African government could soon subsidize fuel prices to protect motorists from severe global shocks. Indeed, ongoing conflict in West Asia has pushed Brent crude oil prices above $100 a barrel. Consequently, local petrol and diesel prices face massive upcoming increases. AA Calls for Immediate Tax Relief The Automobile Association (AA) believes Pretoria has
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Recent election polls show a major political shift across South African municipalities. Indeed, two independent polling organizations reached the exact same conclusion. The Social Research Foundation (SRF) and SABI surveyed voters across key metropolitan areas. Consequently, their survey data highlights falling support for the ruling party. National Polling Reveals ANC Decline Nationally, the African National
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African businesses increasingly want to expand across their national borders. However, high financial costs, limited trade finance, and key implementation gaps threaten the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA. Preliminary findings from the 2026 PAFTRAC Africa CEO Trade Survey presented at the World Trade Organization (WTO) Public Forum in Geneva highlight these growing barriers to
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