South Africa News in English

Good morning! It’s 1st April, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

Ramaphosa announces head start on R2 trillion investment target.

University of Fort Hare suspends vice-chancellor amid investigation.

R3-per-litre cut to fuel levy softens April’s petrol and diesel price shock.

NMB mayor survives motions of no confidence, criticises parliamentary committee.

Nigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after violent march.

Army and police kick off major crackdown on gangs in Cape Flats.

Cape Town cuts rates but hikes tariffs in new budget.

Drunk driving arrests reveal alarming behaviour in Umhlanga Rocks and Durban North.

Ad hoc committee deadlock over police corruption probe continues.

McKenzie vows to resign if suspended over inmate’s claims.

South Africa sailing into stormy seas as fuel prices spike.

Galaxy S26 and Buds4 now available in South Africa with new pricing.

Kairo Forbes wins Junior Model of the Year 2026, stunning on the runway.

Stormers face crucial call ahead of match against Toulon.

South African scientists debunk a 60-year-old insect myth.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!