The United States has warned that its patience with South Africa is wearing thin, even as American companies continue to invest billions of rand in the country. Major US investment in South Africa More than 500 American companies operate in South Africa, employing over 250,000 people. Major investments include Visa’s data centre in Johannesburg, Google…
Alleged financial hub of Southeast Asian scam operations International authorities are searching for a South African businessman accused of playing a key role in a global fraud and money laundering network believed to have handled more than $1.5 billion. The suspect, Benjamin Mauerberger, also known as Ben Berger or Ben Smith, has been identified by…
Emerging powers discuss military cooperation Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has called for closer defence cooperation between Brazil and South Africa, warning that emerging economies must strengthen their military preparedness to guard against potential external threats. Lula made the remarks during a joint media briefing with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the…
The fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) holds its second plenary meeting at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. NPC deputies are invited to take questions from the media before the start of the plenary meeting at the Deputies’ Corridor. Source: CGTN
The 14th National People’s Congress (NPC), China’s national legislature, opened its fourth session at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday. President Xi Jinping and other Chinese leaders attended the opening meeting. Source: CGTN
Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered the government work report on behalf of the State Council at the opening meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress on Thursday. Here are some highlights. Major development targets in 2026 China has set an economic growth target of 4.5% to 5% for this year, and…
Thousands of Strikes Reported as Tehran and Tel Aviv Exchange Fire The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has entered its fifth day, with all sides reporting intensified military operations and widening regional repercussions. According to US military officials, American forces have carried out more than1700 strikes on targets inside Iran since February28….
The United Kingdom has unveiled emergency visa restrictions targeting Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan following a sharp increase in asylum applications from nationals of those countries. Under measures set to take effect on March26, sponsored student visas from the four nations will be suspended. In addition, skilled worker visas for Afghan citizens will no longer…
Relations between the United States and Spain have come under renewed strain after US President Donald Trump threatened to terminate trade ties with Madrid, citing a dispute over access to a jointly operated military base. According to Politico, Trump instructed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to halt all economic dealings with Spain following Madrid’s decision to…
South African motorists could face a steep fuel price increase in April 2026, as early review data signals significant hikes in both petrol and diesel. According to preliminary figures from the Central Energy Fund (CEF), 95 unleaded petrol is currently tracking a potential increase of around R1.76 per litre, while 93 unleaded may rise by…
