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South Africa

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The Republic of South Africa (RSA) is the southernmost country in Africa. Its population of 57 million people has a wide variety of cultures, languages, and religions.

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November 24, 2023

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November 21, 2023

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Reports & Analysis

A selection of vegan food on a grill

Changing South Africa's meat-based diet

Changing South Africa's meat-based diet

This chef from Johannesburg wants to change South African perceptions about veganism.
LifestyleNovember 29, 202306:09 min
Israeli soldiers inspect Gaza's al-Shifa hospital complex amid their ground operation against Palestinian Islamist group Hamas

South African lawmakers vote to shut Israel's embassy

South African lawmakers vote to shut Israel's embassy

South African lawmakers voted to close Israel's embassy amid criticism by politicians of Israel’s conflict with Hamas.
ConflictsNovember 22, 2023
Several teapots on display

Ceramics program helps improve lives of HIV/AIDS patients

Ceramics program helps improve lives of HIV/AIDS patients

Ardmore Design in South Africa support artists and focuses on helping people who are living with HIV/AIDS.
SocietyNovember 21, 202306:18 min
A green room full of brightly colored furniture, lamps and wall art

Furniture to trigger emotions?

Furniture to trigger emotions?

"Dokter and Misses" create distinctive pieces that evoke emotions, igniting humor and connection.
DesignNovember 17, 202305:21 min
Eunice Wanjiru moderiert zu AGOA US-Afrika-Handelsprogramm

What is the AGOA US-Africa trade program?

What is the AGOA US-Africa trade program?

AGOA is a trade pact that allows eligible African countries to export some of their produce to the US tax free.
TradeNovember 13, 202301:32 min
Eco Africa

Southern right whales face new challenges

Southern right whales face new challenges

How is climate change affecting South Africa’s southern right whale population?
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 13, 202304:25 min
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In the spotlight

A disgruntled South African job seeker holds a banner reading "Foreigners Must Go Home"

South African anti-immigrant group to run in 2024 election

The group has become notorious for raiding businesses owned by foreign nationals, aiming to make them leave the country.
PoliticsOctober 29, 202303:58 min
Four children in a rundown hallway in an apartment building, backlit by the sun

How people live in South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings

The Johannesburg fire, in which 70 people died, has drawn attention to the lack of affordable housing in South Africa.
SocietySeptember 16, 202303:19 min
A sign reading 'WELCOME' in various colors in Johannesburg

BRICS: Why Saudi Arabia and others are vying for membership

Some see the bloc as a counterweight to traditional Western-led forums and institutions. But what exactly is BRICS?
BusinessAugust 23, 2023
Vladimir Putin and Cyril Ramaphosa in conversation

South Africa dodges a bullet with Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin is subject to an arrest warrant issued by the ICC for alleged war crimes in Ukraine.
Law and JusticeJuly 21, 2023
A photographer takes a picture of a male model

South African dancer breaks boundaries with shopping bags

After an upcycled outfit created by professional dancer Bhungane Mehlomakulu went viral, he turned to design.
DesignApril 8, 202305:58 min
Nearly 200,000 Zimbabweans face deportation from South Africa as the government cancels their residency permits.

In South Africa, thousands of Zimbabweans fear deportation

With their residency permits canceled, nearly 200,000 Zimbabweans living and working in South Africa may be forced out.
SocietyApril 8, 202304:05 min