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Well-endowed South Africa has huge opportunity ‘right now’ to grow mining sector
Engineering News
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JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – South Africa has a huge opportunity “right now” to grow its mining sector so that mining is able to provide prosperity for the entire nation, Minerals Council South Africa CEO Mzila Mthenjane emphasised to...
South Africa seeks extension of Trump tariff deadline to pursue trade deal
The Citizen
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Johannesburg. South Africa has asked for more time to negotiate a trade deal with U.S. President Donald Trump's administration before his higher tariff regime goes into effect on July 9, Pretoria's trade ministry said on Tuesday. Trump imposed a...
South Africa seeks extension of US tariff hike deadline
Colorado Star
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Pretoria says it is negotiating for a maximum tariff rate of 10% from Washington as a worst-case scenario South Africa has asked the US for an extension on a looming tariff deadline, as the two countries continue negotiating a trade agreement....
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|...
South African Telcos Warned Against Blocking Starlink Entry
News Ghana
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July 1, 2025
Industry analyst Arthur Goldstuck has cautioned MTN, Vodacom, and Telkom against obstructing SpaceX’s Starlink, declaring satellite internet’s entry into South Africa “inevitable.” The founder of World Wide Worx stated that resistance...
South Africa risks another energy dark age due to regulatory gridlocks, warns GoSolr CEO
African Insider
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July 1, 2025
GoSolr calls for urgent reforms to tackle the energy crisis in the fourth solar update South Africa stands at a critical energy crossroads, where overregulation and policy inconsistencies threaten to plunge the country into another energy crisis....
South Africa's low-income households face severe housing shortage: a call for action
IOL
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As Minister Thembi Simelane tables the Department of Human Settlements (DHS) budget vote on Wednesday, South Africa’s low-income households contend with an acute shortage of formal housing stock. According to data analysed by Lightstone, a...
South Africa prepares for US trade framework amidst Trump's tariff uncertainties
IOL
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Banele Ginindza|Published 41 minutes ago 3min Banele Ginidza The ongoing evolution of trade relationships between the United States and sub-Saharan Africa has entered a critical phase as the USA moves towards establishing a new trade-matters...
South Africans brace for fuel price hike
Nothern Natal News
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July 1, 2025
South Africans are gearing up for the rise in fuel prices at midnight Wednesday (July 2) 95 Unleaded will go up by 52 cents per litre. 93 Unleaded will go up by 55 cents That will mean 95 unleaded petrol will cost R21,08 per litre on the coast and...
South African trade minister pushes for extension of 90-day U.S. tariff pause
Xinhua News Agency
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JOHANNESBURG, July 1 (Xinhua) -- As the United States' 90-day tariff pause is set to expire on July 9, South African Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau said on Tuesday that South Africa, along with other African countries, is...
Newton Apples From South Africa Captivate Pagoda’s Customers
Produce Report
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From June 20 to 21, Pagoda, China’s largest fruit shop chain, partnered with South African apple and pear industry association Hortgro Pome to host a promotional event for Newton apples (牛顿小苹果) at a Pagoda store in Qionghai, Hainan province....
Uncertainty looms over Nissan South Africa as global restructuring continues
Africanews
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July 1, 2025
Nissan’s long-standing presence in South Africa may be at risk as the Japanese automaker undergoes a sweeping global restructuring plan, raising fears over the future of its Rosslyn plant near Pretoria. Last month, Nissan announced plans to cut...
Youth Month 2025: Why jobless marches signal a crisis for South Africa's future
IOL
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Every June, South Africa commemorates Youth Month, a time to celebrate the energy, promise, and resilience of the country’s young people. It is meant to honour their contributions, highlight their potential, and galvanise national efforts to...
Mercedes-Benz South Africa explains reasoning behind temporary East London plant closure
IOL
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July 1, 2025
Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) confirmed that it has temporarily halted production at its assembly plant in East London. The company told IOL that the planned non-production period, effective from June 24 to July 30, 2025, is a normal...
Martina Navratilova gives sharp reaction to Donald Trump demanding Elon Musk be deported to South Africa amid duo's controversial blame game
Sportskeeda
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July 1, 2025
Martina Navratilova didn’t hold back after Donald Trump escalated his feud with Elon Musk, telling the Tesla CEO to go back to South Africa. Once political allies, the two have now turned on each other in a very public spat. The fallout began in...
2025 WTC Final: A look at viewership records the Australia-South Africa clash broke
The Week
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The recent World Test Championship final between South Africa and Australia at Lord's has produced jaw-dropping viewership numbers across the board for the host broadcaster Star Sports. The encounter, held between June 11-14 saw South Africa...
WATCH | Trump threatens to boot Musk ‘back to South Africa’ after EV bill spat
African Insider
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July 1, 2025
Washington – US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he could consider deporting Elon Musk, after the South African-born billionaire slammed his flagship spending bill. Trump also said the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) – which Musk...
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...
Citizens Commission on Human Rights Exposes Psychiatry’s Role in Oppressing Black South Africans
The Richmond Register - Kentucky
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- Psychiatry: An Industry of Death exhibit draws crowds in the township of Zithobeni, in Gauteng, South Africa, spotlighting psychiatry's role in apartheid and its continuing threat to human rights - × Javascript is required for you to be able 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...