South Africa is facing a sharp rise in financial crimes as digital banking fraud and robbery-linked kidnappings become increasingly common. Recent figures from the South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) show that digital fraud incidents have more than doubled in recent years, with scammers increasingly targeting mobile banking users through phishing, SIM swaps, fake…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has responded directly to recent criticism from Elon Musk, saying Starlink still has a viable pathway to operate in the country through alternative compliance mechanisms under South Africa’s empowerment laws. The comments come after Musk claimed on X that South Africa would not license Starlink “simply because I am not…
South Africa’s electric vehicle market has entered a new phase of price competition after Chinese automaker Geely Auto launched its latest all-electric hatchback, the E2, with a starting price of R339,900. The launch positions the vehicle as one of the most affordable mainstream EVs currently available in the country and places direct pressure on competitors…
South Africa is set to impose stricter rules on foreign nationals seeking to retire in the country, as the government moves ahead with one of its most significant immigration reforms in decades. Cabinet has officially approved the Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection, paving the way for legislative amendments that will reshape…
South African consumers may soon face renewed pressure at the supermarket as rising global energy and agricultural input costs threaten to push food prices higher. According to the latest Absa AgriTrends report, ongoing instability in the Middle East is increasing fuel, fertiliser and logistics costs across the agricultural supply chain, raising the likelihood of food…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran political negotiator Roelf Meyer as the country’s new ambassador to the United States, in a strategic move aimed at rebuilding strained diplomatic ties with Washington. The appointment comes after a prolonged period of tension between Pretoria and Washington, following diplomatic fallout that escalated during the return of…
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has emerged victorious in a major legal and policy battle over the cost of identity verification, with the controversial R10 fee now set to remain in place. The development follows the withdrawal of a High Court challenge by the Association of Communications and Technology (ACT), a lobby group representing…
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday put forward a four-point proposal on promoting peace and stability in the Middle East when meeting with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), in Beijing. Xi called for adherence to the principle of peaceful coexistence. It is imperative…
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday stressed the need for China and Spain to strengthen cooperation in fields including trade, new energy and the intelligent economy, and to encourage exchanges in culture, education, scientific research and sports. Xi made the remarks when meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, who is on an official visit…
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday urged closer and stronger strategic coordination between China and Russia to firmly defend their legitimate interests and safeguard the unity of Global South countries. Xi made the remarks when meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Beijing. Xi asked Lavrov to convey sincere greetings to Russian President Vladimir…
