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South African Reserve Bank Cuts Repo Rate to 6.75%

Pretoria: The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced a reduction in the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 6.75%. This change will take effect from 20 November 2025. SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago revealed that the decision was made unanimously by the

Operation Basadi Engages Eastern Cape Communities in Safety Awareness

Tembisa: Empowering communities to stay safe throughout the Festive Season was among the key aspects of an Operation Basadi (women) carried out by the South African Police Service (SAPS). ‘Basadi’ means women in several local languages. According to South African Government News Agency, Wednesday’s awareness campaign that took place in

G20 Social Summit Declaration Presented to President Ramaphosa

Johannesburg: In a symbolic finale to the G20 Social Summit, a collective declaration representing the voices of workers, civil society, youth, women, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable communities across the globe was formally handed over to President Cyril Ramaphosa. The declaration was delivered on stage by South Africa’s young leaders

G20 Summit in South Africa Set Against Cool and Cloudy Weather

Johannesburg: As South Africa prepares to welcome the world for its first-ever G20 Leaders’ Summit in Gauteng this weekend, delegates can look forward to a cool, partly cloudy backdrop, with the chance of scattered showers for this historic gathering. The weather outlook for the weekend shows partly cloudy and cool

President Ramaphosa Lauds G20 Social Summit as a Milestone in Global Cooperation

Ekurhuleni: President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the G20 Social Summit as ‘possibly the best of all the G20 summits’, highlighting its inclusiveness, unity, and the spirit of Ubuntu. Speaking at the Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre, President Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of bringing diverse voices together at this

Deputy President and French President to Honor Anti-Apartheid Activists

Pretoria: Deputy President Paul Mashatile is set to host French President Emmanuel Macron to honor French citizens who contributed to the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa. This event will take place ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, which is scheduled for the weekend. According to South African Government News Agency,

G20 Summit Declaration To Proceed Despite US Objections

Johannesburg: President Cyril Ramaphosa says the G20 process is moving ahead decisively with or without the United States after US President Donald Trump threatened to block the adoption of any joint declaration under South Africa’s G20 Presidency. According to South African Government News Agency, President Ramaphosa expressed confidence that negotiations