International News
South Sudan at a crucial point towards consolidating democracy – Ramaphosa 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 22nd April 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Monday that South Sudan is now at a crucial point in its journey towards consolidating democracy, saying... →
Risk sensitive South African rand weakens as geopolitical tensions bite
By: Reuters 19th April 2024 South Africa's rand weakened in volatile trading early on Friday, as reports of an Israeli attack on Iran sapped risk sentiment and sent currency... →
US bars four former Malawi officials over corruption, State Department says
By: Reuters 17th April 2024 The United States has barred four former officials of the Malawi government from entry because of their involvement in significant corruption, the... →
PSA slams govt for hiring Cuban doctors amid employment crisis in SA 
17th April 2024 Trade union, the Public Servants Association is calling out government for the continued employment of Cuban doctors while South Africa faces high... →
Wind industry achieves record year, but more work required to reach renewables target
By: Tasneem Bulbulia 17th April 2024 The global wind industry installed a record 117 GW of new capacity in 2023, making it the best year ever for new wind energy, the Global Wind... →
UN forum calls for more funding, steps towards slavery reparations
By: Reuters 16th April 2024 A United Nations forum on people of African descent opened on Tuesday with calls for extra funding to support its work and progress towards... →
World Bank sounds alarm on 'historical reversal' of development for poorest nations
By: Reuters 15th April 2024 Half of the world's 75 poorest countries are experiencing a widening income gap with the wealthiest economies for the first time this century in a... →
EU pledges Egypt 1-billion euros in financial aid
By: Reuters 12th April 2024 The EU on Friday said it would provide Egypt with 1-billion euros in short-term financial aid to help stabilise the country's economy. Egypt agreed... →
