South Africa
New MTBPS may temper South Africa optimism
The Government of National Unity has issued its first Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement
South AfricaBRICS unlikely to offer Russia extra support
The annual BRICS summit held in Russia last week delivered few meaningful initiatives
RussiaSouth Africa court ruling adds to Transnet’s woes
The courts have ordered the suspension of a planned privatisation of Africa’s largest port
South AfricaSouth Africa faces discontent over electricity prices
Plans to increase electricity prices are drawing opposition even from within government
South AfricaBELA furore underscores South African GNU’s fragility
The ANC’s plans to sign into law a bill opposed by its main coalition partner has triggered a crisis within government
South AfricaSouth Africa energy transition faces risk of gridlock
The country has huge renewables potential but realising it effectively may pose challenges
South AfricaPost office problems add to South Africa’s troubles
In business rescue since 2023, the post office is on the verge of going into liquidation
South AfricaSouth Africa’s opposition dynamics will evolve further
A new populist opposition bloc has emerged but faces some internal disarray
South AfricaSouth Africa health compact may fuel fears of conflict
The presidency has signed off on a controversial new health compact despite opposition from key stakeholders
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