South Africa
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Financial stress tops mental health risks in South Africa
Financial stress is the leading contributor to poor mental health in South Africa, affecting 59-66% of respondents across all generations.
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South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana Marks Six Years of Fiscal Consolidation
South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana marks six years of fiscal consolidation, achieving a primary budget surplus and upgraded sovereign credit ratings.
South Africa
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South Africa’s aviation safety ranked among the world’s best
South Africa ranks seventh globally and first in Africa for aviation safety oversight by ICAO
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Death toll from Katlehong shooting rises to four
Four people, all ANC Youth League members, die after a shooting at a memorial service in Katlehong North.
South Africa
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South African Schools Struggle with Inequality and Vandalism
Rural schools in South Africa face significant challenges, including vandalism, theft, and poor infrastructure, affecting students' right to education.
South Africa
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South Africa Cannot Spend Its Way Out of Low Growth, Experts Warn
South Africa's low economic growth cannot be resolved through increased government spending, experts warn, citing the Economic Freedom of the World Index.
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South Africa urged to adopt balanced fiscal approach
South Africa needs to reconsider its economic and fiscal policies to address pressing socioeconomic challenges.
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Durban ICC Wins Two Prestigious World MICE Awards
Durban ICC named Africa's and South Africa's Best Convention Centre at World MICE Awards 2026
South Africa
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Four Dead, Seven Injured in Katlehong Shooting Incident
A shooting incident in Katlehong, South Africa, has left four people dead and seven injured, with one of the victims being an 11-year-old girl.
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Naptosa Urges Improved School Safety After Teacher Robbery
Naptosa calls for strengthened school safety after teachers robbed at gunpoint in Phoenix
South Africa
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Illegal connections blamed for repeated power cuts in Rabie Ridge
City Power cites illegal electricity connections for power outages in Rabie Ridge, amid concerns over high electricity costs and delayed repairs.
South Africa
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Ntuli urges KZN to draw inspiration from Nobel laureate Pillay
KZN Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli calls on people to draw inspiration from Judge Navanethem "Navi" Pillay's life and achievements.