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South Africa

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.

From 1948 until 1992, South Africa enforced a system of apartheid by segregating black South Africans from their white counterparts, leading to the systematic discrimination of the non-white population. This page collates DW content relating to South Africa.

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DW Business Africa 21.01.2020

Business and climate top agenda at Davos - Calls mount in Davos for dramatic change in business - Cape Town learns from its drought experience
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DW Business Africa 15.01.2020

South Africa to loosen power regulations - US and China sign Phase 1 trade deal - Australia fears landslides after rain and bushfires
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The 77 Percent —Education in Africa 14.01.2020

Education in Africa is not preparing students adequately for today’s job market. Scholars say it's too theoretical and lives little room for innovation. Young people with degrees are desperate for jobs. The #77 percent are now calling for an overhaul in the education system to fit in today’s needs.

Domestic workers in South Africa in danger of abuse 13.01.2020

Over one million South Africans work as domestic help. Most of them are women.

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Ethiopia asks South Africa to help to resolve dam dispute 12.01.2020

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has accepted the task, saying that a solution was surely possible. Egyptian officials have occasionally threatened military action against the dam.
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DW Business Africa 08.01.2020

Ghosn addresses the media in Lebanon - African startups attracting more investment - Logistics sector a bright spot in S. Africa economy

South Africa logistics sector fortifies the economy 08.01.2020

As South Africa's industries splutter in the face of another looming recession economists believe the logistics and freight has what it takes to spark growth in Africa’s most developed economy
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AfricaLink on Air - 06 January 2020 07.01.2020

Thousands of Liberians protest failing economy under President George Weah +++ Ugandans want Bobi Wine freed +++ Rights organisations in South Africa condemn tough refugee laws +++ Senegal reduces childbirth risk through contraception

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DW Business – Europe & America 03.01.2020

Oil prices surge after US kills Iranian commander - South Africa fears junk status downgrade by Moody's - Gig-economy winners: RV-travelers rely on Amazon
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DW Business Africa 03.01.2020

Oil prices surge after US kills Iranian commander - South Africa fears junk status downgrade by Moody's - Germany seeks to attract skilled labor in 2020

South Africa risks losing credit rating 03.01.2020

Slowing growth, lagging reforms and higher public spending are jeopardizing South Africa's last investment grade rating. Moody's updated review is expected next month, and the consequences of another junk rating could be grave.

South Africa: Transforming African health care 30.12.2019

Ernest Darkoh's mission is to revolutionize health care in Africa. He set up the company BroadReach to provide doctors with data that could help them prevent disease.
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Quote of the week 27.12.2019

"We wouldn't exist if it wasn't for plants" — Ismail Ebrahim, South African National Biodiversity Institute

DW Business – Africa 20.12.2019

African e-commerce market offers huge potential - France's Orange telecom complicit in suicides - Mega malls facing an uncertain future in South Africa

Mega malls facing an uncertain future in South Africa 20.12.2019

With consumers in South Africa migrating to online shopping and the economy flirting with recession, big shopping complexes are battling for tenants and more foot traffic as demand falters.

Saving for the 'luxury wedding'? 19.12.2019

A grand, luxurious wedding is a dream come true for some couples — but for others, it's a nightmare. We meet young couples in South Africa who have started to save for their dream weddings and others who have had to convince their families to have smaller, more affordable ceremonies.
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