UNDER U.S. TARIFF PRESSURE, SOUTH AFRICA’S AUTO INDUSTRY SEEKS NEW PATHWAYS
South Africa’s automotive industry is facing one of its toughest external challenges in years, as the United States imposed a 30% tariff on its automobile products starting in August. The move has squeezed profit margins, reduced orders, and created uncertainty for the country’s key export sector. The U.S. has long been a major destination for […]
CHINA’S MAGNIFICENT “ BYD” LAUNCHES BIGGEST STORE IN SOUTH AFRICA
Build Your Dreams, better-known as BYD – the famous Chinese automobile brand – has launched in South Africa’s financial capital, Sandton, in Johannesburg. Attended by a select group of key stakeholders, the new 4S dealership was buzzing with excitement over an array of exquisite high-tech vehicles that lay displayed on the magnificent shop floor in […]
MINEWORKERS DEVELOPMENT AGENCY: DRIVING VALUE CHAINS TO EMPOWER RURAL SOUTH AFRICANS
The Mineworkers Development Agency (MDA) has emerged as a critical force in building inclusive value chains that empower previously disadvantaged South Africans, particularly in rural provinces such as the Eastern Cape, North West, Limpopo, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga. Rooted in its historical link to the mining sector, the MDA has broadened its mandate to […]
THE 9TH CHINA TRADE FAIR SIGNALS A NEW TRADE ERA WITH SOUTH AFRICA
The 9th China Trade Fair South Africa, held at the Gallagher Convention Centre this past Tuesday the 23rd of September, was not merely a trade exhibition — it was a geopolitical statement. It signaled that South Africa, and the continent at large, is no longer content to be a passive consumer or raw exporter. Instead, […]
DEPUTY PRESIDENT MASHATILE’S PUBLIC LECTURE AT RUSSIA’S ST PETERSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY
“To begin, allow me to take this opportunity to convey warm greetings from President Cyril Ramaphosa and the people of South Africa to the entire academic community and the people of the Russian Federation. It is a great honour for me to address you at this prestigious institution, the St. Petersburg State University, a beacon […]
WHEN REVOLUTION BECAME PROCUREMENT: COMRADES & CONTRADICTIONS
They stood shoulder to shoulder once, in boots and khakis, in underground cells and faraway capitals. They crossed borders at night, memorised ciphers, and whispered code names in the dark. They were comrades. Now they meet awkwardly at business-class lounges or government banquets, offering half-smiles and evasive eyes. They sign off on tenders and patronage. […]
THE DAY THE STRUGGLE WENT CORPORATE
There was no drumroll. No grand announcement. No whisper even. But it happened — quietly, suddenly, and irrevocably. Somewhere between the last exile’s return and the first BEE deal signed, the South African liberation struggle changed outfits. It swapped khaki fatigues and wood-handled AKs for navy-blue suits, Montblanc pens, and private equity portfolios. That day, […]
REVERSAL OF VAT IS A HARD-WON VICTORY FOR THE WORKING CLASS
The South African Communist Party (SACP) welcomes the decision by the National Treasury, announced on 23 April 2025, to reverse the proposed Value-Added Tax (VAT) increases. This reversal marks a significant victory for the working class, achieved through persistent mobilisation, mass action and principled resistance led by progressive formations, including the SACP. The immediate task […]
JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT BY THE MINISTERS OF DIRCO
South Africa’s Strategic Adaptation to U.S. Tariffs: Advancing National Interests through Policy and Strategy The new tariff regime arising from the decision by the United States of America which have been directed not only to South Africa, but the entire world necessitates strategic responses to maintain and grow our industrial base, as a crucial avenue […]
MINISTER TAU NOTES WITH CONCERN USA’S DECISION TO IMPOSE A 25% TARIFF ON IMPORTS OF AUTOMOBILES
The Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition (the DTIC), Mr. Parks Tau, has noted with concern the decision by the United States to impose a 25% tariff on imports of automobiles and certain automobile parts to address what the US perceives a threat to its national security under Section 232 of the US Trade Expansion […]
SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM PRESSES PLAY ON NEW GLOBAL BRAND CAMPAIGN ‘SOUTH AFRICA AWAITS – COME FIND YOUR JOY!’
A Bold and Immersive Global Brand Campaign Brings South Africa’s Vibrant Spirit to the World Today marks the official launch of South African Tourism’s latest global brand campaign, ‘South Africa Awaits — Come Find Your Joy!’— a celebration of the country’s boundless energy, rich culture, and extraordinary experiences. This dynamic campaign invites travellers to rediscover […]
AFRIFORUM’S PLAY FOR POWER WILL HAVE DIRE CONSEQUENCES
In a world where misinformation can sway political tides, it is increasingly difficult to detect the wolves in sheep’s clothing. This was especially apparent this past week, following AfriForum’s infamous visit to Washington. AfriForum, the pro-white Afrikaner group known for its absurdly contrarian position on national policies and discourses, has been severely criticised this week after […]