Since its exclusion from AGOA, South Africa, Africa’s largest industrial economy, has actively looked for new trading partners across the globe. As a result, Pretoria is drawing much closer to Beijing. Recently, Standard Bank marked its ninth consecutive year of participation at the China International Import Expo (CIIE). The bank will once again showcase the
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The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party’s rise in eThekwini marks a significant shift in the city’s political landscape. The party has emerged as the largest political force in the eThekwini Municipality following the November 4, 2026, local government elections. However, without an outright council majority, complex negotiations with other political parties will determine the next administration.
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The Democratic Party recently attained a majority in both chambers of the United States Congress. Specifically, they now control the US House of Representatives and the Senate. This historic shift follows their major victory in the recent US midterm elections. Consequently, the Republican party of US President Donald Trump faces significant challenges as the Democrats
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At 90 years old, Shelly Smith has lived through two vastly different South Africas. She remembers when the apartheid government denied people of colour the right to vote. Now, she witnesses the country’s transition into a vibrant democracy. Every citizen has a say in choosing their leaders. On Wednesday, she once again made her way
BRICS Plus nations must advance a joint cross-border payments mechanism. Consequently, this will reduce their reliance on the US dollar. However, a shared currency faces major economic and institutional obstacles. Recently, a think tank report highlighted these exact issues. The non-profit policy platform BRICS+ Thinking published this paper. In it, the group urges emerging economies
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New Conditions for Regional Peace Iranian Supreme Leader Seyyed Grand Ayatollah Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei recently outlined his regime’s conditions for ending hostilities with the United States. He finalized these Iran Supreme Leader demands after meeting with his national security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, regarding regional security and control of the Strait of Hormuz. This critical meeting
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Preparing for a Safe Voting Day South Africans are just days away from the SA Elections 2026. Authorities are actively taking steps to prevent violence, intimidation, and disruptions. These strict security efforts ensure voters can safely reach the ballot box. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has intensified its preparations nationwide. Security agencies are working
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
National Treasury wants a greater say in appointing municipal financial chiefs as part of sweeping reforms aimed at tackling financial mismanagement, wasteful spending, and weak accountability in South African municipalities. Announced by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, the proposed municipal finance reforms could change how councils manage public money and how
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