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…
South Africa’s aviation sector began 2026 on a steady footing, with airport arrivals rising 7.9% year-on-year in January, according to figures released by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA). The increase slightly exceeded the overall 7.8% growth recorded for 2025, indicating continued momentum in passenger demand. While overall growth moderated marginally from December’s 8.1% expansion, the…
South Africa’s long-debated plan to introduce a permanent Basic Income Support (BIS) grant is entering a decisive phase, with the Department of Social Development (DSD) confirming that formal funding consultations with the National Treasury will begin in March 2026. The proposed grant, which has evolved significantly over the past several years, is expected to replace…
President Cyril Ramaphosa said on 3rd of March that South Africa’s liberation icons Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo would have strongly supported efforts to halt the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, arguing that both leaders consistently placed dialogue above prolonged warfare. Speaking at the unveiling of two statues in Durban commemorating the African National…
A building that collapsed in Johannesburg’s Ormonde area, killing at least eight people, appears to have been constructed without proper regulatory approval and is likely to be demolished, city officials have confirmed. The tragedy unfolded on Monday when a multi-storey structure gave way, trapping several labourers beneath the debris. Emergency crews worked through the night…
Search and rescue operations are continuing off the southern coast of South Africa after a cargo vessel sank approximately 80 nautical miles south of Mossel Bay, leaving five crew members unaccounted for. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa confirmed that one crew member has died following the incident involving the vessel MW…
