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New rail overhaul strategy, pension access success and alarming hantavirus outbreak
DoT to scale back rail network to prioritise key routesThe Department of Transport is planning to abandon around 5,000 km of underperforming rail lines and
News Focus: China deepens trade ties with Africa as politics shape access
China is rapidly expanding its economic footprint across Africa, using sweeping tariff cuts and growing trade partnerships, even as geopolitical tensions influence which countries benefit.
News Focus: White House claims Iran conflict has ended as Congress challenges war powers stance
The White House has declared that the recent conflict with Iran has effectively ended, even as a legal deadline requiring congressional authorisation for military action expired amid mounting political dispute.
Countdown to local elections begins, concerns regarding tariffs on Chinese cars, Ukraine eyes Japanese arms
Ramaphosa sets November 4 election date as parties face tight timelinePresident Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed 4 November 2026 as the date for South Africa’s local
Sasol gains on oil windfall, xenophobia march alarms UN, Gulf tensions reshape regional outlook
Sasol surges on Iran conflict-driven oil spikeSasol has seen its share price more than double as global oil prices surged amid escalating tensions linked to
Fuel relief ends, immigration crackdown intensifies and schools face overcrowding pressure
Fuel levy relief to be phased out by JulyGovernment’s temporary fuel levy relief will be gradually withdrawn by July as government moves to stabilise public
Dealing with societal problems depends on “reformed, effective public service” – IRR
A reformed, effective public service, is a minimum condition for South Africa’s achieving the higher levels of economic growth on which dealing with its societal problems depends.
A professional public service is the foundation of economic growth – IRR
A reformed, effective public service, is a minimum condition for South Africa to achieve the accelerated levels of economic growth which are necessary to start dealing with the country’s societal problems.
US open to reset with SA, risk of rising food prices, SACP addresses funding allegations
US open to reset ties with SA on stricter terms The United States has signalled it is willing to re-engage with South Africa, but only
News Focus: Coordinated militant attacks rock Mali
A wave of coordinated attacks across Mali has shaken the country’s military-led government, with explosions and sustained gunfire reported near a key military base and the capital’s international airport.