MTN Lands 45000 KM Subsea Cable In South Africa To Enhance Internet Connectivity
2Africa is a consortium-owned project that will connect the African continent to Europe and Asia.
Aspen Pharmacare Secures $30 Million Grant For Vaccine Manufacturing
The pharmaceutical company will manufacture and distribute pneumococcal, rotavirus, polyvalent meningococcal, and hexavalent vaccines in the region.
Health Ministry Dismisses News Of New COVID-19 Variant As Fake
The fake message alleged the detection of a new COVID-19 variant and called on everyone to wear masks for prevention.
Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor Holds Talks With US Secretary Of State Blinken
The two officials discussed South Africa's participation in the upcoming U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington.
South Africa Advised To Overcome Coal Dependence For EVs To Stay Relevant
Despite its recent efforts, South Africa recorded only 1559 EV units sold at the beginning of 2022.
Over 100,000 Jobs At Risk If Automotive Industry Doesn't Decarbonize: Minister
Besides jobs, billions of rands in exports are also on the line amid the declining demand for greenhouse gas-emitting cars.
South Africans Powerless As Eskom Set To Increase Scheduled Load Shedding
Eskom spokesperson Sikonathi Mantshantsha said that the current load shedding is unlikely to improve soon.
Sex Workers In South Africa Welcome Government's Decriminalization Move
If passed into law, the bill would repeal Section 11 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offenses and Related Matters) Amendment Act of 2007.
South African Mega Telescope To Unravel Mysteries Of Universe
The instrument, known as the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), will be the world's largest and most sensitive radio telescope.
Flash Floods Kill 14 At Church Gathering Along Jukskei River In Johannesburg
The pastor who was conducting the rituals survived the flooding after grabbing onto an overhanging branch.
South Africa's New Travel Declaration Likely To Be Implemented In All Airports By 2023
All travelers must declare any goods they have purchased, received, or otherwise acquired before boarding their flight in order to get a travel pass.
South Africa, UK To Collaborate On Minerals For Clean Energy Technologies
The partnership will promote increased responsible exploration, production, and processing of minerals in South Africa.
South Africa Is Getting New Coins In 2023; Here's What Changes
The country's new coins will feature the word 'South Africa' on one side, printed in all the official languages, and rotated annually over the next 10 years.
UK, South Africa Sign MoU On Hydrogen Collaboration
The agreement, mentions collaboration and innovation sharing specifically on the hydrogen economy, however, it lacks any details when it comes to hydrogen supply.
Economists Predict 75 Basis Point Interest Rate Hike In South Africa
Most experts are confident that interest rates will peak between 7.0% and 7.5%.
Rishi Sunak, Cyril Ramaphosa Agree To Take UK-South Africa Ties To 'Next Level'
"For us, this is a great opportunity to deepen and broaden our links, links that are historic in many, many ways," President Ramaphosa told reporters.
Thousands Of Public Servants Strike Over Better Pay In South Africa
Trade unions, representing around 800,000 public servants, are asking for pay rises to keep up with the rising cost of living.
South Africa Lauds COP27 Draft Document
The draft text captures many vital issues that were discussed during the conference, including the urgency of climate change, said the South African government.
Israel's Most Wanted Criminal Nabbed In South Africa
Yaniv Ben Simo, 46, is attached to a criminal organization in Israel called the Abergil Organisation.
President Ramaphosa Keen To Improve Relations With UK During Official Visit
South Africa's relations with several Western nations, including the UK, have been strained by its refusal to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
President Ramaphosa Meets Chinese President Xi Jinping In Bali
Ramaphosa thanked China for its efforts in helping Africa not only with the COVID-19 pandemic but also their ongoing struggles with debt relief.
South Africa Faces Mass Exodus Of Engineers
According to a report by the South African Institution of Civil Engineering, vital infrastructure segments are deteriorating quite rapidly, and many are at risk of collapsing without government intervention.
South Africa, Kenya Sign Agreement On Mutual Visa-Free System
Starting from January next year, Kenyans who wish to travel to South Africa will be able to do so without a visa for up to 90 days per calendar year.
South Africa Signs R10.7 Billion Loan Deals With France, Germany For Clean Fuel Shift
The agreement will help phase out coal-fired power plants and replace them with renewable energy sources, which will have positive effects on the environment.
South African Man Convicted Of 90 Counts Of Rape, Including A Nine Year Old
The Pretoria High Court found serial rapist Nkosinathi Emmanuel Phakathi guilty of 90 counts of rape.
Amazon's Africa Flagship Campus Gets Green Signal From Court
The developers of the River Club project in Cape Town have won a major court case, paving the way for Amazon's new African headquarters.
Ahead Of COP27 Summit, South Africa Unveils $84bn Plan To Shift From Coal To Clean Energy
President Ramaphosa urged potential partners to help finance the plan, saying that it represented a major opportunity to boost the South African economy.