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South Africa

South African Telecom Eyes Migrant Market With R99 WhatsApp Bundle Play

Operator targets cross-border migrants with bundled connectivity and digital payments.

South African pop star drops Nigeria from tour amid boycott pressure, migration tensions

Grammy-winning artist cancels Lagos show as regional tensions reshape African music touring economics

Cape Town Aparthotel Conversion Targets R1.275m Entry Price in CBD Revival Play

Developer targets investor-focused aparthotel model with managed rental income streams

Volkswagen Group Drives into South African Rugby with Multiyear Sharks Partnership Deal

Manufacturer secures sports marketing foothold in high-profile rugby franchise partnership

Skate School Academy Bets on Women's Day Event to Build Skateboarding Market in South Afri

Skateboarding academy leverages women's competition to attract sponsors and expand market footprint across South African townships.

South Africa's Racing Pipeline Blocked by Cost Barrier, Not Talent Shortage

Financial barriers, not ability, prevent South African youth from entering competitive motorsport.

South African diaspora dominates pickleball medals at Maccabi Games

Former South Africans claim nine medals across Israel and US teams at international competition.

All Blacks Expand Squad to 44 for Grueling South Africa and US Tour

New Zealand assembles expanded roster for demanding seven-week tour of South Africa and United States.

South Africa's retail sales defy inflation pressure; clothing and goods drive 2.4% growth

Consumer spending masks deteriorating household finances amid energy cost pressures

South African Household Debt Crisis Deepens as Incomes Fall Behind Rising Costs

Household debt servicing risks mount as non-discretionary costs outpace wage growth