South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent trip to Zimbabwe has sparked widespread debate, with analysts questioning whether the visit was truly private or part of a broader regional strategy. The meeting, which took place at President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s farm in Kwekwe, was not formally announced in advance. While officials described it as a personal visit,…
In parts of South Africa’s Limpopo province, a growing trade in edible insects is providing an alternative source of income for communities facing high unemployment and limited economic opportunities. New research by University of Johannesburg academic Ndidzulafhi Innocent Sinthumule highlights how rural households are increasingly relying on locally available insects such as mopane worms and…
New vehicle crime statistics have revealed a shift in the timing of hijackings across South Africa, with incidents now occurring earlier in the week than previously observed. According to data released by Tracker, a leading vehicle tracking company, while car theft and hijacking can happen on any day, distinct patterns are emerging nationwide. The findings…
South Africa has added another unique achievement to its culinary history after a record-breaking bunny chow measuring almost 16 metres was created in Pretoria. The massive dish, officially measured at 15.98 metres, has been recognised by Guinness World Records, turning a beloved local street food into an international headline. A traditional dish transformed into a…
South Africa is preparing for a large-scale rollout of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccines, with approximately 13 million doses expected to arrive in the coming months as authorities intensify efforts to control the spread of the disease among livestock. The initiative comes amid ongoing outbreaks that have affected parts of the country’s agricultural sector, raising both…
South African consumers are becoming increasingly cautious with their finances, yet new data shows they are still willing to spend on health-related products and everyday indulgences. A recent SpendTrend26 report by Discovery Bank, which analysed consumer behaviour between 2021 and 2025, highlights a shift towards more deliberate and strategic spending habits among higher-income earners. The…
On April 30, ZICC Anchor Sude was invited to attend a press conference themed “Getting Off to a Good Start in the 15th Five-Year Plan” in Zhejiang. Let’s take a look at what she learned.
Zhejiang set a 2026 GDP growth target of 5 to 5.5 percent, outlining priorities for the opening year of the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30) at a news conference in Hangzhou on April 30. The province said its GDP rose through three major thresholds during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), topping 7 trillion yuan…
South Africa is set to undertake a large-scale transformation of its busiest land border crossings, with government officials describing the initiative as a critical step toward improving trade efficiency and strengthening border security. Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber announced the plan during a media briefing on 28 April, outlining a multi-year redevelopment programme that will…
South Africa’s state power utility Eskom and mining company South32 have begun discussions on a long-term energy solution for the Hillside Aluminium smelter, one of the largest industrial operations on the continent. The proposed agreement, expected to take effect from 2031 when the current electricity contract expires, aims to introduce renewable energy into the smelter’s…
