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Experts warn: April fuel price increases may hit South African households hard
Fuel price hikes loom in South Africa for April 2026, with petrol rising by R4.27 to R4.74 and diesel by R7.73 to R7.83, threatening public transport and food costs.
Tributes pour in after South African woman murdered by husband in Liberia
Liberian police investigate the murder of South African lawyer Ntombi Toni Khumalo-Jackson, with husband Samuel Jackson as the prime suspect amid calls for justice.
R2 billion from IDC to support Tongaat Hulett amid South Africa's sugar crisis
The IDC allocates over R2 billion to support Tongaat Hulett amid financial turmoil, aiming to safeguard jobs and the vital South African sugar industry.
South Africa rejects US pressure to distance itself from Iran
South Africa’s DIRCO upholds ties with Iran amid US pressure, highlighting sovereignty. Citizens express support for the government's principled stance.
South Africa takes steps to secure fuel supply amid ongoing Middle East crisis
SA aims for fuel security amid Middle East tensions, with Minister Mantashe stressing domestic production and reforms to boost the petroleum sector’s economy.
Outrage grows as Eskom announces 9% electricity tariff increase starting April 2026
Eskom announces an 8.76% tariff increase for direct customers from April 2026, sparking outrage on social media. Municipal customers expect a 9.01% hike from July.
Minister confirms Matlala's transfer followed correctional procedures amid cellphone controversy
Minister Groenewald confirmed Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala's transfer complied with correctional procedures after a cellphone was found, ensuring inmate safety and order.
Big win for Capitec customers as bank overshoots its Smart ID target
Capitec have launched Smart ID services at 34 branches across all nine provinces, more than doubling the weekly target in a banking and government partnership
Southern Africa faces economic threats amid US–Iran conflict, warns Minister Ronald Lamola
Minister Ronald Lamola warns of oil price spikes and rising fertiliser costs from the US-Iran conflict, threatening Southern Africa's economy and food security.
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