DRC: Will the copper export ban finally deliver mineral sovereignty? {Business Africa}

The DRCâ s cobalt and copper export ban targets billions in refining marginsâ but a 2,000-megawatt power shortfall could threaten its industrial ambitions, while Zambiaâ s copper boom is attracting billions in green-energy investment, but citizens are asking: who really benefits?

DRC: M23 tightens movement controls as Ebola outbreak surpasses 5,000 cases

The AFC/M23 rebel alliance in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is tightening restrictions on movement after two travellers from a government-held area tested positive for Ebola in rebel territory, adding another challenge to efforts to contain the countryâ s rapidly expanding outbreak.

UAE's indefinite trade embargo puts further pressure on Iranian economy

Analysts say the decision will deepen the hardship of ordinary Iranians already under strain.

Scharnick arrested for intimidating journalist at Madlanga Commission

Scharnick allegedly confronted the journalist at the Commission's hearings after he recorded him

iAccelerate SA kicks off 2026 cohort to empower young entrepreneurs

Investigation launched after foetus discovered in Delft drain

Breaking News: Stuart Scharnick arrested at Madlanga Commission

BREAKING: Siya OUT, Ox IN for Springboks against All Blacks

Springbok skipper Siya Kolisi has been ruled out of Saturday's Test against the All Blacks, but Ox Nche has recovered from injury in time.

Agent confirms Betway Premiership players earning R4 000, others R800 000 monthly

A leading football agent has revealed players in the Betway Premiership earn as little as R4 000 per month.

'Monnapule Saleng blocked me': Ex-Pirates star raises concern

The former Pirates star Lebohang Mokoena has opened up about his attempts to help Monnapule Saleng amid his ongoing exile at Sundowns.

What weather Gauteng residents can expect this weekend

Gauteng residents can look forward to warm weather, although cooler mornings will be a feature of the weekend

Du Toit to captain Boks in first Test against All Blacks, as De Allende hits 100

The team also includes Feinberg-Mngomezulu at flyhalf, Williams at scrumhalf and Nche at prop.

Here's what Tupperware holds for the future – and the women supporting it

Meet the woman behind product planning at TuppAfrica.

Tibetan protesters in New Dehli denounce China with shaved heads and prayers

Hundreds of Tibetan exiles gathered in New Delhi on Thursday, 20 August, to protest against Chinaâ s new Ethnic Unity and Progress Law.

Adams denies abusing access to Mchunu over Intelligence docket claims

Adams says that he had relied on information from the late General André Lincoln

Court to hear Mapisa-Nqakula's bid to drop charges on August 31st

Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula pleaded not guilty to 12 counts of corruption.

Record cold and heat in just one week: The most extreme temps recorded in SA's cities

Domestic abuse turns deadly as woman is shot and suspect dies in shootout

Domestic abuse turned deadly in Tweeling as a woman was shot dead and police killed her ex-boyfriend in a shootout.

South Africa's most affordable metro for retirees

Which of South Africa's four major metros is most affordable for retirees?

Why PowerBall got easier to win in 2026, and the maths behind it

PowerBall's odds shifted this year, and the actual numbers behind that change are more interesting than most players realise.