South Africa
South Africa is a country located at the southern tip of the African continent, bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Eswatini, with Lesotho as an enclave within its territory. The capital cities are Pretoria (executive), Cape Town (legislative) and Bloemfontein (judicial). With a population of about 60-million people, South Africa has the most industrialised and diversified economy on the continent, historically built on mining—particularly gold, platinum and diamonds—but also encompassing manufacturing, finance, agriculture and services. The country's currency is the rand. South Africa operates as a parliamentary republic with a president serving as both head of state and head of government. It is a member of the Southern African Development Community, the African Union, BRICS Plus and the Commonwealth. The economy is characterised by significant infrastructure, including extensive rail and port networks, but faces challenges including high unemployment, inequality and intermittent electricity supply constraints. Key exports include minerals, metals, vehicles and machinery. Since the end of apartheid in 1994, South Africa has pursued economic liberalisation and regional integration whilst grappling with the legacy of racial segregation and uneven development.
South Africa Updates
Missed opportunity
By: Terence Creamer Updated 3 hours ago The uptake of rooftop solar in South Africa has increased dramatically over the past five or so years, spurred initially by the extreme... →
Finance committee chairperson welcomes appointment of new PIC board, led by Seiso Mohai
30th July 2026 The Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Finance, Dr Joe Maswanganyi, has welcomed Cabinet’s appointment of Deputy Minister of Planning,... →
South Africa says African Union backs broad migration debate 
By: Reuters 30th July 2026 The African Union has backed a broader discussion on migration, a South African government official said on Thursday, after Ghana made a proposal... →
Daily Podcast – July 30, 2026
By: Halima Frost 30th July 2026 Making headlines: Seiso Mohai is PIC's new chairperson; Joburg’s water and sanitation infrastructure needs to double; And, Kenya utility says... →
Anglo highlights ability to provide capital efficient copper growth in tightening market
By: Martin Creamer 30th July 2026 The capital intensity of mining has risen well ahead of inflation and mining project development timelines are continuing to extend, Anglo American... →
Government targets water rights: Rigid transformation measures and greater state control are risky, warns AfriForum
30th July 2026 AfriForum maintains that the implementation of the National Water Amendment Bill of 2026 in its current form would grant the government... →
US government map of Africa mislabels every country at global conference
By: Reuters 30th July 2026 A US government map of Africa mislabelled every country during a State Department presentation at a global conference taking place in Brazil this... →
Employing Foreign Nationals in South Africa
30th July 2026 As public pressure and regulatory scrutiny increase, employers must ensure that the employment of foreign nationals is lawful, fair, and properly... →
PIC appointment: Mpati Reforms should be implemented without delay
30th July 2026 The DA welcomes the overdue commitment announced today to implement the recommendations of the Mpati Commission. The DA has long called for these... →
DA exposes President’s Water Plan failures, taking fight to Parliament
30th July 2026 After a thorough analysis of President Ramaphosa’s “Water Crisis Plan”, the DA cannot accept that it will address South Africa’s pressing water... →
