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South Africa’s debt deal: A Faustian bargain?
CNBC Africa
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July 1, 2025
In the wake of South Africa National Treasury's recent announcement of a $1.5 billion loan from the World Bank, familiar debates have reignited regarding the country's fiscal sovereignty and the public's role in financial decision-making. Liso...
South Africans opt to be more responsible as cost of living spikes
eNCA
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JOHANNESBURG - Despite a tough economy and a cost of living crisis, more and more consumers are taking a conservative approach to personal loans and other borrowing. Its even worse now, as motorists have to dig deeper into their pocket. READ|...
Decades of South African research reveal key strategies to r...
Modern Ghana
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Water is essential at all stages of food production, from irrigation to food processing to washing fruit and vegetables before we eat them. Crops and livestock need it to grow, but water can also be contaminated by pathogens (any organism that...
South Africa's Eco-DRR Project: a R700 million initiative to combat Climate Change
IOL
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South Africa is poised to make significant strides in combating climate change, thanks to a landmark grant of R700 million (USD 40.1 million) from the Green Climate Fund (GCF). This financial boost will facilitate the launch of the ‘Scaling up...
US President Donald Trump considers deporting Elon Musk, South Africans split over where he would go
Briefly
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July 1, 2025
US President Donald Trump has hit back at Elon Musk following his renewed criticism of the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ The US President and the world's richest man were once best friends, but now trade insults on social media South Africans took to...
WATCH: Foreign nationals stopped from entering Addington Hospital Gateway Clinic
Berea Mail
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July 1, 2025
FOREIGN nationals and those who could not prove that they are South African were turned away at the gates of Addington Hospital Gateway Clinic today as members of the March and March movement manned the entry to the government facility, demanding...
SHUT UP SHOP: Trump threatens to set DOGE on Elon and send him back to South Africa in menacing rant as feud reignites
Irish Star
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July 1, 2025
04:18 ET, 01 Jul 2025Updated 08:45 ET, 01 Jul 2025 Donald Trump and Elon Musk have reignited their spectacular feud over social media as the president threatened to send the tech billionaire back to South Africa, where he was born, in his latest...
Jodi Windvogel wins 2025 Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award for work on Cape Town housing occupation
Digital Camera World
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July 1, 2025
South African photographer and filmmaker Jodi Windvogel has been announced as the winner of the 2025 Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award for her ongoing project Life Under Occupation: Inside Cissie Gool House & Cape Town’s Housing Crisis. The...
Cape Town launches new phase of the Genomic Surveillance Project
IOL
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Cape Town witnessed a significant step forward in public health as the new phase of the Genomic Surveillance Project was officially launched. A collaboration between the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University...
South African growers launch EU grapefruit campaign
Fresh Plaza
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July 1, 2025
A group of South African citrus growers has launched a joint marketing initiative aimed at promoting the Star Ruby grapefruit variety in European markets. The coalition, formed under the Citrus Growers' Association (CGA) of Southern Africa, has...
Discover the transformative power of silent retreats in South Africa
IOL
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In a world filled with constant noise, both digital and mental, more South Africans are seeking stillness through silent retreats. These retreats, often held in natural settings far from the bustle of daily life, offer people an opportunity to...
Park Hyatt Emerges in South Africa with the Opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg
Hospitality Net
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July 1, 2025
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg, marking the luxury brand's third destination in the African region. Set within the vibrant Rosebank district, celebrated for its cultural richness and urban...
South African sailor contributes to USS Constitution's legacy during US Independence celebrations
IOL
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As the United States celebrates 249 years of independence, Hospitalman Rose Mugova from Cape Town, South Africa, stands among the more than 60 sailors serving aboard USS Constitution, the Navy’s oldest commissioned warship. Mugova, who graduated...
South Africa faces a retirement crisis as only 10% plan to retire at 60: FNB survey
IOL
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June 30, 2025
Only 10% of respondents in the 2025 FNB Retirement Insights Survey are planning to fully retire at 60, according to recently released data. Now in its third year, the FNB Retirement Insights Survey reveals that although 60% of South Africans under...
Understanding all the SASSA grants in South Africa
Nothern Natal News
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July 1, 2025
South Africa Social Security Aid (SASSA) grants are a lifeline for millions of South Africans facing economic and social challenges. Here’s a detailed breakdown of all the different SASSA grants available in South Africa Older Persons Grant (Old...
Decades of South African research reveal key strategies to reduce water contamination in fruit and veg
The Conversation
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July 1, 2025
Water is essential at all stages of food production, from irrigation to food processing to washing fruit and vegetables before we eat them. Crops and livestock need it to grow, but water can also be contaminated by pathogens (any organism that...
Shaping minds: how the TikTok generation is revolutionising mental health dialogue
IOL
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July 1, 2025
We live online. From waking up and checking our phones to falling asleep to blue-lit screens, we’re tethered to the digital world in ways that previous generations could never have imagined. But what if our hyperconnectivity came with a shift in...
Empowering South Africa's youth: A call for change in diplomacy
IOL
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In the corridors of international diplomacy, South Africa has long been known for its principled stance, historical legacy, and moral authority. From the era of Mandela to its leadership in the African Union and BRICS, the country has earned its...
South Africa’s recent interest rate cuts lead to a bigger-than-expected increase in borrowing by people and businesses
IOL
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In May 2025, South Africa witnessed a notable increase in credit demand, growing by 5.0%, a figure that not only surpassed April's 4.6% but also exceeded market expectations, which were set at 3.0%. This uptick has been attributed to the three...
Leading South Africa into the Age of AI: What Executives Must Do Now!
IT News Africa
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July 1, 2025
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept waiting on the horizon. It’s here. And it’s moving fast. For South Africa, a country grappling with significant structural challenges but rich in ingenuity and potential, AI presents both a...