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Reflecting on xenophobia in South Africa
Some of the influx into South Africa of migrants from failing African countries has been self-inflicted by the ANC government. In its long-standing foreign policy, the party has…
South Africa’s universities are outgrowing a transition-era governance settlement
Universities now operate amid electricity instability, water risk, municipal decay, crime, cyber vulnerability and public distrust
Modernising mining: Cybersecurity must be central, not optional
At the 2026 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, the emphasis was on digitalisation and technological advancement of the industry. However, the industry recognises that cybersecurity can…
It’s tee-off time for Durban’s global sports tourism stripes
For the first time in a long time, Durban looks ready to step back into the spotlight.
The US-Sino tiff, boon for Africa
There are already promising indications that economic competition at various levels between the United States and China is benefitting the African continent
South Africa heads to Davos with renewed momentum and reform credentials
Team SA delegation to showcase reform progress, G20 legacy, and investment-ready economy at World Economic Forum 2026 When South Africa’s delegation touches down in Davos next…
Is artificial intelligence a friend or foe?
The technology is both a problem and a solution
Sustainable tourism is still a misnomer
In Africa’s prized national parks, sustainable tourism depends on ecosystem resilience, not just the visibility of charismatic species like elephants and lions. It’s about seeing…
SA’s World Economic Forum team optimistic about economic growth
The pause in load-shedding and government’s collaboration with business signals a positive shift, the delegation says
Hard truths in Hamburg hit home
Among the truths is that most of the 17 sustainable development goals adopted by UN member states are doomed to fail
Momentum shines a spotlight on social codes impacting women’s finances
The annual #SheOwnsHerSuccess campaign is all about enabling success for women
Budget 2024: Jury’s still out on tax hikes
The budget is expected to lay out plans to raise R15bn in revenue, amid a commodity-induced slump This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free…
Pandor says SA values US relationship and hopes bill to review relationship doesn’t pass
Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said it would be unfortunate for SA/US relations if the bill comes to pass
BREAKING: US congress receives bill to review SA relations following ‘politically motivated’ ICJ case
The bipartisan bill accuses the ANC, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Naledi Pandor of anti-semitic statements
Economy braces for Trump 2.0
The American presidential hopeful’s world policies make him a bull in a china shop