South Africa News in English

Good morning! It’s 4th August, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

Teen too traumatized to testify as Club Med faces serious rape charges against a staffer.

IEC reports 2.1 million new voters added since 2024, with a WhatsApp line for registration.

Hill-Lewis threatens court action if metro police are denied investigation powers in Cape Town.

Northern Cape ANC scrambles to prevent further MEC resignations after two leave within days.

DA and AfriForum challenge Expropriation Act in court, seeking changes to property rights.

SA Rugby struggles to sell tickets for All Blacks' upcoming matches against local teams.

New leadership takes charge of over R3 trillion in South African pension funds amid scrutiny.

Home Affairs launches an online tool to expedite smart ID applications for South Africans.

Ramaphosa supports splitting Eskom assets to enhance the power grid and reduce monopolies.

Police impose an 8 PM curfew in Lilongwe after the tragic murder of seven Kabaza riders.

Fuel prices see petrol drop by 52 cents while diesel rises by up to R1.38 this month.

South Africa's manufacturing sector faces its worst news in seven months amid ongoing pressures.

New regulations for cryptocurrency are on the way as South Africa tightens its financial controls.

Maxwell cancels his highly anticipated South African tour, promising to return in 2027.

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