South Africa

SA Crime Politics – In a dramatic shake-up of South Africa’s security leadership, President Cyril Ramaphosa officially dismissed Police Minister Bheki Cele on 13 July 2025, following explosive allegations of deep-rooted corruption and alleged links to organised gang networks. The move, though anticipated for months by political analysts and civil society organisations, has sent shockwaves … Read more

Changan Q4 2025 – China’s automotive powerhouse Changan is officially entering South Africa in Q4 2025 — and it’s not coming quietly. In a bold partnership with Jameel Motors, Changan is ready to shake up the local car industry with a powerful lineup of SUVs, sedans, and cutting-edge electric vehicles. With record growth across Asia … Read more

SRD R370 Grant – The SRD R370 grant has once again been extended — this time until March 2026 — offering relief to millions of unemployed South Africans struggling with high living costs. This social relief measure, originally introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, continues to provide monthly payments of R370 to eligible individuals. … Read more

DTIC Offers Textile and Clothing Grants – In a massive boost to South Africa’s manufacturing sector, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) has rolled out an empowering opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the textile and clothing industry. Eligible businesses now have the chance to apply for a grant of up … Read more

43% Water Bill Cut – In a historic move toward affordability and sustainability, the South African government has officially announced a nationwide reduction of up to 43% in water bills starting September 2025. This comes after months of public pressure, budget reallocations, and the introduction of new water efficiency reforms. For millions of households, especially … Read more

$1.5 Billion World Bank Loan – In a bold move aimed at rescuing South Africa’s failing infrastructure, the World Bank has approved a massive $1.5 billion loan in October 2025 to revamp the country’s power grid, struggling ports, and broken rail systems. This intervention comes amid escalating energy blackouts, stagnant logistics, and mounting pressure on … Read more

New Bursaries – In a bold and uplifting move for South African youth, the provincial governments of Limpopo, Eastern Cape (EC), and Northern Cape have officially launched new bursary programs starting October 2025. These bursaries come as a game-changer for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, offering not only full tuition coverage but also free laptops and … Read more

Biometric ID Cards – Starting September 2025, the South African government is rolling out biometric ID cards for all social grant beneficiaries, including those receiving the SRD, Disability, Old-Age, and Child Support grants. This game-changing move is designed to combat rising cases of identity theft and fraudulent claims, which have plagued the SASSA system for … Read more

$500 Million World Bank Injection – In a massive move toward energy sustainability, the South African government has secured a $500 million funding package from the World Bank to fast-track grid expansion and unlock thousands of megawatts of stalled renewable energy. This landmark development, announced in November 2025, comes amid widespread public frustration over persistent … Read more