South Africa’s trade surplus hits better-than-expected R20.29bn in July
South Africa recorded a better-than-expected trade surplus of R20.29bn in July, revenue service figures showed on Friday.
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Rwanda says it received migrants deported from US earlier this month
Rwanda received seven migrants deported from the US earlier this month, a government spokesperson said in a statement on Thursday, weeks after the two countries reached an agreement for the transfer of up to 250 people.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: The Gathering 2025: Stories that shaped the day
Catch up on the debates, insights and standout moments from Daily Maverick’s flagship event.
Red Cross sees surge in missing people as conflicts multiply
The number of people reported missing to the Red Cross has risen by about 70% in five years, driven by rising conflicts and mass migration, the Geneva-based organisation said Friday, calling for a recommitment to the rules of war.
THE HUSTLE: Transfer season — Alexander Isak vs Newcastle United in another case of power dynamics
The soccer transfer window brings with it drama and excitement in equal abundance. The Alexander Isak and Newcastle United quarrel being a lively example.
News24 | What’s new in streaming? Key updates for DStv, Apple TV+, eVOD, and more
Here are five updates about South Africa’s streaming landscape, covering the latest on DStv, Apple TV+, eVOD, DStv Stream, and Showmax.
Rights advocates slam US over withdrawal from key UN report
The US will not participate in a UN review of its human rights record, officials said, a move that rights advocates called a worrying retreat from Washington’s global engagement on rights and justice issues.
News24 | Eskom supplier found guilty of R2.6 million fraud must pay back the money
A director of a former Eskom supplier has been found guilty of fraud and money laundering for supplying shipping containers at a “grossly inflated” price to the Tutuka Power Station.
OPINIONISTA: Conscious re-parenting can break future generational cycles of racism and sexism
Racist, sexist and other exclusionary ideologies are not merely personal prejudices; they are reinforced by cultural norms, historical narratives and institutional practices that reward conformity and punish dissent.
OPINIONISTA: Letter to Mahlamba Ndlopfu: For how long will we keep throwing baby showers for stillborn reforms?
The womb of the Republic, where justice ought to be conceived, carried and safely delivered, is no longer fit for purpose. Prosecutions miscarry, and anything that reaches term arrives underweight and gasping.
Norris leads Piastri in McLaren one-two in first Dutch Grand Prix practice
The McLaren pair of Lando Norris and Formula One championship leader Oscar Piastri finished one-two in first practice for the Dutch Grand Prix on Friday, while the two Aston Martin cars driven by Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso were close behind.
ANALYSIS: Ford’s workforce reductions reflect broader challenges and uncertainty in SA’s automotive sector
The latest round of retrenchments at Ford South Africa cuts deep into families like mine, where the company’s fortunes have been intertwined with livelihoods for generations.
WATCH | SABC pulls Juliet Newell off air after Gaza-holocaust interview fury
SABC has pulled its news presenter Juliet Newell off air following her heated exchange with former UCT vice-chancellor and anti-apartheid activist, Dr Mamphela Ramphele on air over Gaza.
African construction projects push Mota-Engil’s profits to record high
Portugal’s largest construction company Mota-Engil said on Wednesday strong sales in Africa helped drive a 20% rise in net profit in the first half to an all-time high.
Mokoka advises young runners not to overdo it ahead of Durban 10km
Veteran runner Stephen Mokoka says young and upcoming athletes must not race too often if they want to have long athletics careers.
NARRATIVE POWER: Bridging tradition and modernity through storytelling to shape ethical understanding in young minds
Modernising a medieval tradition creates entertaining stories that teach good behaviour.
Newsdeck: Police killing sparks Indonesia unrest in first major test for Prabowo presidency
Hundreds of Indonesians protested at sites across Jakarta on Friday over the death of a civilian hit by a police vehicle, triggering calls for police reform in the first major test for President Prabowo Subianto’s nearly year-old government.
Proteas hopeful Subrayen will be cleared after completing tests
Proteas bowling coach Piet Botha is optimistic that Prenelan Subrayen will be cleared by the ICC after he underwent testing of his bowling action in Brisbane last week.
Thai court sacks PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra for ethics violation
Thailand’s Constitutional Court dismissed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office on Friday for an ethics violation after only a year in power, dealing another crushing blow to the Shinawatra political dynasty that could usher in a new period of turmoil.
Newsdeck: Big blow for Thailand’s Shinawatra dynasty as court sacks PM for ethics violation
Thailand’s Constitutional Court dismissed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office on Friday for an ethics violation after only a year in power, dealing another crushing blow to the Shinawatra political dynasty that could usher in a new period of turmoil.
GREAT EXPECTATIONS: Boks to show tactical hand in two New Zealand ‘finals’ in Auckland and Wellington
Coach Rassie Erasmus has marked the end-of-year tour matches against Six Nations champions France and northern rivals Ireland as season-defining, but the next two Tests in Aotearoa may well shape this great team’s legacy.