South Africa

South Africa’s rand firmed against the dollar in early trade on Friday as data showed private sector credit demand growth rose in August, with focus on more economic data due later in the day that could provide further clues on the health of the economy.

A helicopter on Thursday crashed in Strand, outside of Cape Town in South Africa with local media reporting that the pilot died on the spot.

Political parties in South Africa are now required to disclose their sources of funding following a court ruling on Wednesday to that effect.

The parliament of South Africa on Wednesday cut ties with renowned accountancy firm KPMG, by ending its contract with the company.

Thousands of South Africans from the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) on Wednesday marched across various cities as part of a nationwide strike against corruption and President Jacob Zuma.

Ireland, France and South Africa all promised millions in the bank, great stadiums and “the best tournament ever” before figuratively plucking on the emotional heartstrings as they sought to earn the right to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

South African Airways has confirmed it will cancel flights on six of its regional destinations due to "operational reasons".

Former African Union Commission chairperson, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma on Thursday was sworn in as a member of parliament from the South African ruling African National Congress.

South Africa has issued a pair of dollar bonds in overseas capital markets worth $2.5 billion to help finance its foreign currency commitments, National Treasury said on Wednesday.

The South African parliament has announced on Monday that it intends questioning officials of the auditing firm KPMG over tax related matters.