Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said he’ll stand for election as leader of the Democratic Alliance, South Africa’s second-biggest political party, a contest he’s widely expected to win. 

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Award-winning economist Dawie Roodt said crime has gotten completely out of control in South Africa, and the government has lost control over the police.

While the 2026 Budget may not have changed the VAT rate, it still made several adjustments to the system.

Cape Town in winter is quieter, greener and surprisingly vibrant, offering culture, cuisine and coastal beauty.

The mayor of Cape Town says his election campaign to become DA leader will focus on building a stronger party.

The National Treasury’s proposed 20% tax on online gambling has drawn criticism from industry groups and the Free Market Foundation, who warn it could be hard to enforce on offshore operators and may push more South Africans toward illegal platforms.

Cell C today announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

South Africa’s latest budget painted an encouraging picture of improving public finances, according to Moody’s Ratings, while cautioning that “meaningful” debt reduction will require stronger economic growth. 

Finance MMC and the ANC’s regional Chairperson Loyiso Masuku has been appointed the city’s first deputy mayor, a position that will cost taxpayers R1.2 million a year.

Economist Dawie Roodt outlined 11 reasons why he is cautiously optimistic about South Africa’s fortunes.

While Ramadan is primarily a time of spiritual growth, many of the principles it reinforces also reflect the mindset necessary for long-term success in the financial markets.

Political analyst Prince Mashele said people who are scared of the MK Party are scared of the dead lion.

In September 2025, the South African Human Rights Commission warned that the malnutrition crisis in this province qualifies as a ‘disaster’.

The US aims to process 4,500 refugee applications from white South Africans per month, far above President Donald Trump’s stated refugee program cap, and is installing trailers on embassy property in Pretoria to support the effort.

If a commitment to youth-led initiative is to be taken seriously, it is imperative to include youth in decision making on where to direct investment, how to design curricula for skills training, which job markets to prioritise, including those that may not yet exist.

High metals prices saw Northam Platinum’s interim profit skyrocket by over 3,000%.

High metals prices saw Northam Platinum’s interim profit skyrocket by over 3,000%.

These are the key developments happening in South Africa today, 27 February 2026.