Wednesday, August 12, 2026

South Africa

August 7, 2026

Nigeria’s surging stablecoin inflow poses risks to CBN monetary control: IMF

Emerging markets have experienced episodes of financial dollarisation…driven by high inflation, exchange rate volatility, institutional fragility, and weak policy credibility.

Dan Katz
August 5, 2026

Unpaid care work preventing African women from economic equality: Expert

Ms Motara said, “Women are burnt out, exhausted and overwhelmed because even with better job prospects they still carry the burden of caring for families.”

African women
August 5, 2026

SSS cautioned us about anti-xenophobia protest, Nigerian youths say

Nigerian youths have postponed a planned protest regarding xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.

SSS agents
August 1, 2026

South Africa to impose $30 travel permit fee on visitors

The minister said the $30 travel permit fee is to cover the cost of the country’s fully subsidised online platform.

South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs
July 31, 2026

Xenophobia: Tyla removes Lagos show from world tour following boycott calls

Several personalities have questioned Tyla’s silence over the anti-immigrant tensions in South Africa.

Tyla Laura Seethal
July 31, 2026

Xenophobia: Gov Oborevwori donates N175 million to 86 returnees from South Africa

The governor pledged government support to help the returnees recover from the trauma.

Delta Governor, RT. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori signing a document
July 30, 2026

Oprah to close her South Africa-based girls’ school after 20 years

She said the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) will be handed over to local authorities in South Africa.

Oprah Winfrey
July 28, 2026

Tinubu govt demands end to violent attacks on Nigerians in South Africa

Nigeria has urged South Africa to take decisive action against persistent attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals, insisting perpetrators must face justice.

July 27, 2026

Gunmen kill five people in South Africa

According to the police, the suspects fled the scene and have not yet been arrested.

South Africa Police
July 27, 2026

Nigerian Chika Ibe collapsed, died during arrest: South African Police

Many Africans have been forced to flee for their lives amid xenophobic violence ravaging the country.

South African Police officers