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China will remove tariffs on imports from almost all African countries starting May 1, Chinese President Xi Jinping said, according to state media, in a move expected to deepen trade and economic engagement between Beijing and the continent, AFP reported.China already operates a zero-tariff policy for imports from 33 African countries, but Beijing had announced…
Knysna Water Crisis (Image source: Wikipedia) People all over South Africa and even outside of it know about Knysna’s peaceful lagoon, lush forests, and beautiful coastline along the famous Garden Route. Every year, thousands of people come to the town to enjoy its beaches, wildlife, and laid-back way of life. Tourism is the main source…
In a groundbreaking tribute, the late Nigerian music icon Fela Kuti will receive a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2026, a momentous occasion for African artists everywhere. Renowned for pioneering Afrobeat, Kuti’s revolutionary blend of jazz, funk, and traditional African sounds has left an indelible mark on the world of music, influencing many, including global…
South African allrounder Jaques Kallis (R) and teammate Herschelle Gibbs (C) celebrate the dismissal of West Indies batsman Ridley Jacobs (L) for 78 runs at the Centurion cricket oval in Pretoria, 18 January, 1999. (Photo/Getty Images) By the late 1990s, West Indies were no longer the dominant force they had been through the 1970s and…
African digital culture’s celebrated moment turned sour as Nigerian Twitch star Carter Efe received a four-month ban just after setting viewership records. The platform cited Terms of Service violations without specifics, sparking fan speculation. Despite the setback, Efe swiftly moved to YouTube, proving his influence transcends single platforms and highlighting creator challenges with growing visibility….
L-R: KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Dhruv Jurel (PTI Photo) India have played most of their ODI cricket in subcontinental pitches over the last 18 months. With very few ODIs to be played before the 2027 World Cup in South Africa, team management knows it will have to rethink its combination. TOI looks…
Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Ahead of the second ODI between South Africa and India in Raipur, former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn said that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are likely to continue their strong run, while South Africa batter Quinton de Kock will have a “point to prove” after getting out for a…
Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump (ANI image) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that South Africa will not be invited to the 2026 G20 Summit, accusing the government of ignoring human rights abuses. He claimed white communities in the country were being targeted under state policies.In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: “At…
South Africa’s Simon Harmer bowls a delivery during the fifth day of the second Test cricket match between India and South Africa, at ACA Stadium, Barsapara in Guwahati. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: South Africa clinched a historic Test series win in India on Wednesday after defeating the hosts by 408 runs in the second Test…
Photo credit: X/@ZimCricketv Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza gave a direct response to a question he felt was unrelated during a press conference in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, ahead of the T20I tri-series also featuring Pakistan and Sri Lanka. His exchange with a Pakistani reporter has spread widely on social media.Raza was speaking to the media a day…
