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South Africa’s rand set for longest winning streak since 2002 
By: Bloomberg 16th January 2026 South Africa’s rand is on a weekly winning run not seen in more than two decades as elevated precious-metal prices and an improving economic... →
South Africa launches inquiry into Iran's participation in BRICS+ naval drills
By: Reuters 16th January 2026 South Africa's defence ministry has launched a probe into Iran's participation in the BRICS+ naval exercises held near Cape Town this week, after... →
US accuses South Africa of cosying up to Iran with naval drills
By: Bloomberg 16th January 2026 The US criticised South Africa for allowing Iran to participate in naval drills off the coast of Cape Town, after conflicting reports about the... →
IFP says it will engage NFP to ensure stable governance in KZN amid coalition turbulence
By: Thabi Shomolekae 15th January 2026 The Inkatha Freedom Fighters said on Thursday it distanced itself from “political gamesmanship”, and said it will engage the National Freedom Party... →
DA ‘disappointed’ with Dion George’s resignation ahead of inquiry
By: Thabi Shomolekae 15th January 2026 The Democratic Alliance on Thursday expressed disappointment with Dr Dion George’s resignation ahead of its Federal Legal Commission's probe into... →
SA urges ‘restraint’ in Iran amid violent crackdown
By: Thabi Shomolekae 15th January 2026 The South African government on Thursday expressed concern at developments in Iran, urging maximum restraint from all parties. Tensions are running... →
SA can’t afford to backslide – DA
By: Thabi Shomolekae 14th January 2026 Democratic Alliance (DA) spokesperson on Finance Dr Mark Burke on Wednesday said South Africa’s institutional infrastructure must continue to be... →
ANC welcomes SA’s removal from EU high-risk list
By: Thabi Shomolekae 14th January 2026 The African National Congress views the European Union’s removal of South Africa from its list of high‑risk third country jurisdictions as a... →
DA asks Lamola to report Iran for human rights abuses
By: Thabi Shomolekae 14th January 2026 The Democratic Alliance on Wednesday demanded that International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola report Iran to the United Nations... →
ActionSA to challenge ‘top secret’ Phala Phala report
By: Thabi Shomolekae 13th January 2026 ActionSA said on Tuesday it has begun preparing legal papers to challenge the decision of the Independent Police Investigative Directorate to... →
Matric results: 88% pass rate but concern over low STEM uptake
By: Thabi Shomolekae 13th January 2026 Politicians have welcomed the performance of the Matric Class of 2025 in the National Senior Certificate examinations, which saw a national pass... →
MKP’s leadership shakeup, Brian Molefe appointed treasurer general
By: Thabi Shomolekae 12th January 2026 The uMkhonto we Sizwe Party (MKP) on Monday announced a shakeup in its leadership, with the immediate appointment of Brian Molefe as its treasurer... →
