South Africa

Country South Africa
Capital Pretoria
Continent Africa
Currency South African rand(ZAR)
Languages Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa & Zulu

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Introduction

Dutch traders landed at the southern tip of modern day South Africa in 1652 and established a stopover point on the spice route between the Netherlands and the Far East, founding the city of Cape Town. After the British seized the Cape of Good Hope area in 1806, many of the Dutch settlers (the Boers) trekked north to found their own republics. The discovery of diamonds (1867) and gold (1886) spurred wealth and immigration and intensified the subjugation of the native inhabitants. The Boers resisted British encroachments but were defeated in the Boer War (1899-1902); however, the British and the Afrikaners, as the Boers became known, ruled together beginning in 1910 under the Union of South Africa, which became a republic in 1961 after a whites-only referendum. In 1948, the National Party was voted into power and instituted a policy of apartheid - the separate development of the races - which favored the white minority at the expense of the black majority. The African National Congress (ANC) led the opposition to apartheid and many top ANC leaders, such as Nelson MANDELA, spent decades in South Africa's prisons. Internal protests and insurgency, as well as boycotts by some Western nations and institutions, led to the regime's eventual willingness to negotiate a peaceful transition to majority rule. The first multi-racial elections in 1994 brought an end to apartheid and ushered in majority rule under an ANC-led government. South Africa since then has struggled to address apartheid-era imbalances in decent housing, education, and health care. ANC infighting, which has grown in recent years, came to a head in September 2008 when President Thabo MBEKI resigned, and Kgalema MOTLANTHE, the party's General-Secretary, succeeded him as interim president. Jacob ZUMA became president after the ANC won general elections in April 2009.

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South Africa plans US meeting on looming auto tariffs - Deccan HeraldSouth Africa plans US meeting on looming auto tariffs  Deccan Herald

South Africa to uphold diplomacy while sticking to principled positions, says minister - The Assam TribuneSouth Africa to uphold diplomacy while sticking to principled positions, says minister  The Assam Tribune

South African man pleads guilty to raping, killing 8-day-old daughter - The Indian ExpressSouth African man pleads guilty to raping, killing 8-day-old daughter  The Indian Express

60,000 Hanuman Chalisas distributed at temples in South Africa - Daily Excelsior60,000 Hanuman Chalisas distributed at temples in South Africa  Daily Excelsior

South Africa in Australia | Live Score, Schedule, News - ESPNcricinfoSouth Africa in Australia | Live Score, Schedule, News  ESPNcricinfo

Navys 2-member women crew of circumnavigation expedition reaches South Africa - The TribuneNavys 2-member women crew of circumnavigation expedition reaches South Africa  The Tribune

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach - ESPN India
  1. Rob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach  ESPN India
  2. Rob Walter steps down as South Africa's white-ball coach  Cricbuzz.com
  3. South Africa Cricket Team White-Ball Coach Rob Walter Resigns  NDTV Sports


23% of South Africa’s children suffer from severe hunger: we tested some solutions – experts - The Conversation23% of South Africa’s children suffer from severe hunger: we tested some solutions – experts  The Conversation

Border Management Authority Says it’s G20-Ready - G20 South AfricaBorder Management Authority Says it’s G20-Ready  G20 South Africa

South African manufacturing conditions still depressed, Absa PMI shows - ET ManufacturingSouth African manufacturing conditions still depressed, Absa PMI shows  ET Manufacturing

South Africa cricket team white-ball coach resigns due to personal reasons - Business StandardSouth Africa cricket team white-ball coach resigns due to personal reasons  Business Standard

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach - ESPNcricinfoRob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach  ESPNcricinfo

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa's white-ball head coach due to personal reasons - India TV NewsRob Walter resigns as South Africa's white-ball head coach due to personal reasons  India TV News

South Africa men's head coach Rob Walter steps down due to 'personal reasons' - India TodaySouth Africa men's head coach Rob Walter steps down due to 'personal reasons'  India Today

South Africa's budget path still unclear after lawmakers back more changes - ReutersSouth Africa's budget path still unclear after lawmakers back more changes  Reuters

South Africa can mitigate Trump’s ire through economic diplomacy and non-alignment - Chatham HouseSouth Africa can mitigate Trump’s ire through economic diplomacy and non-alignment  Chatham House

Rob Walter: South Africa coach resigns citing personal reasons - BBCRob Walter: South Africa coach resigns citing personal reasons  BBC

South Africa’s white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns due to personal reasons - SportstarSouth Africa’s white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns due to personal reasons  Sportstar

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach less than a year after T20 World Cup runner-up finish - FirstpostRob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach less than a year after T20 World Cup runner-up finish  Firstpost

Even After Successful Stint, South Africa White-Ball Coach Resigns Due To THIS Reason - Cricket.comEven After Successful Stint, South Africa White-Ball Coach Resigns Due To THIS Reason  Cricket.com

South Africa announce departure of men's white-ball head coach - UNITED NEWS OF INDIASouth Africa announce departure of men's white-ball head coach  UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Rob Walter Steps Down As Head Coach Of South Africa's White-Ball Side - News18Rob Walter Steps Down As Head Coach Of South Africa's White-Ball Side  News18

South Africa’s white-ball coach resigns - MillenniumPostSouth Africa’s white-ball coach resigns  MillenniumPost

Zimbabwe to host South Africa and New Zealand in multi-format contest - ICCZimbabwe to host South Africa and New Zealand in multi-format contest  ICC

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa's white-ball cricket coach - NewsBytesRob Walter resigns as South Africa's white-ball cricket coach  NewsBytes

South Africa Panel Backs Fiscal Plan, Wants Review of VAT Hike - Bloomberg.comSouth Africa Panel Backs Fiscal Plan, Wants Review of VAT Hike  Bloomberg.com

Rob Walter Resigns As Head Coach Of South Africa's White-Ball Team - OneCricketRob Walter Resigns As Head Coach Of South Africa's White-Ball Team  OneCricket

South Africa erupts in rally to seek justice for 7-year-old girl raped in school last year - FirstpostSouth Africa erupts in rally to seek justice for 7-year-old girl raped in school last year  Firstpost

Rob Walter Steps Down As South Africa’s White-Ball Coach - NewsxRob Walter Steps Down As South Africa’s White-Ball Coach  Newsx

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach citing personal reasons - The TribuneRob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach citing personal reasons  The Tribune

South Africa's two biggest parties yet to reach pact on budget - ReutersSouth Africa's two biggest parties yet to reach pact on budget  Reuters

Wrangling Over South Africa’s Budget Nears Crisis Level - Bloomberg.comWrangling Over South Africa’s Budget Nears Crisis Level  Bloomberg.com

Meet the Galaxy Ring: A Personalised Health Care Device Encased in an Elegant Charging Case – Now Available in South Africa - Samsung Global NewsroomMeet the Galaxy Ring: A Personalised Health Care Device Encased in an Elegant Charging Case – Now Available in South Africa  Samsung Global Newsroom

Big News: South Africa's head coach announces shocking resignation ahead of series against India, says 'I have no doubt...' - SportsTakBig News: South Africa's head coach announces shocking resignation ahead of series against India, says 'I have no doubt...'  SportsTak

South Africa Seeks US Talks as Carmakers Face 25% Tariff Hit - Bloomberg.comSouth Africa Seeks US Talks as Carmakers Face 25% Tariff Hit  Bloomberg.com

World Jazz Festival 2025 Hits Five Indian Cities With Musicians From South Africa To Spain, Teams Up With Amersfoort Jazz Festival from The Netherlands - ETV BharatWorld Jazz Festival 2025 Hits Five Indian Cities With Musicians From South Africa To Spain, Teams Up With Amersfoort Jazz Festival from The Netherlands  ETV Bharat

South Africa's white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns due to 'personal reasons' - WionSouth Africa's white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns due to 'personal reasons'  Wion

South Africa's tax take rises over 6% in 2024/25 fiscal year - ReutersSouth Africa's tax take rises over 6% in 2024/25 fiscal year  Reuters

Africa Must Take Advantage of South Africa’s G20 Presidency to Expand DPI Gains: Experts - G20 South AfricaAfrica Must Take Advantage of South Africa’s G20 Presidency to Expand DPI Gains: Experts  G20 South Africa

South Africa white-ball head coach resigns due to personal reasons - WisdenSouth Africa white-ball head coach resigns due to personal reasons  Wisden

Massive shock to South Africa: Head coach resigned ahead of series against India - Cricket CountryMassive shock to South Africa: Head coach resigned ahead of series against India  Cricket Country

Weaponizing Water: Mafias in South Africa - New Lines InstituteWeaponizing Water: Mafias in South Africa  New Lines Institute

Actis-led consortium completes acquisition of leading South African tower platform Swiftnet - ActisActis-led consortium completes acquisition of leading South African tower platform Swiftnet  Actis

Matt Smith: How South Africa's Snowbok booked Winter Olympics spot in cross-country skiing - BBCMatt Smith: How South Africa's Snowbok booked Winter Olympics spot in cross-country skiing  BBC

New sun-track system could uplift South Africa’s concentrated solar plant performance - Mining WeeklyNew sun-track system could uplift South Africa’s concentrated solar plant performance  Mining Weekly

South Africa’s ANC calls Trump Afrikaner refugee plan ‘madness’ - Financial TimesSouth Africa’s ANC calls Trump Afrikaner refugee plan ‘madness’  Financial Times

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa's Head Coach suddenly - Cricket AddictorRob Walter resigns as South Africa's Head Coach suddenly  Cricket Addictor

South Africa: Anger grows over failure to prosecute nationals fighting for Israel - Middle East EyeSouth Africa: Anger grows over failure to prosecute nationals fighting for Israel  Middle East Eye

South Africa is the most dangerous country to drive in, Norway is the safest, where does India rank? - The Economic TimesSouth Africa is the most dangerous country to drive in, Norway is the safest, where does India rank?  The Economic Times

South Africa construction sector requires ‘system-wide’ sustainability behavioural change - Pinsent MasonsSouth Africa construction sector requires ‘system-wide’ sustainability behavioural change  Pinsent Masons

South Africa’s Ambassador Made ‘Unacceptable’ Comments, US Says - MintSouth Africa’s Ambassador Made ‘Unacceptable’ Comments, US Says  Mint

Expropriation Needed for South African Growth, DA Minister Says - Bloomberg.comExpropriation Needed for South African Growth, DA Minister Says  Bloomberg.com

ANC and ASA join forces to betray the people of South Africa - Democratic AllianceANC and ASA join forces to betray the people of South Africa  Democratic Alliance

Thousands Protest in South Africa Over Child Rape Case - News Central TVThousands Protest in South Africa Over Child Rape Case  News Central TV

South Africa White-ball Coach Walter Resigns - Barron'sSouth Africa White-ball Coach Walter Resigns  Barron's

South Africa Plans US Meeting on Looming Auto Tariffs - U.S. News & World ReportSouth Africa Plans US Meeting on Looming Auto Tariffs  U.S. News & World Report

South Africa’s Two Main Parties Edge Closer to Budget Deal - Bloomberg.comSouth Africa’s Two Main Parties Edge Closer to Budget Deal  Bloomberg.com

Ebrahim Rasool: Expelled South African envoy accuses Trump administration of racism - BBCEbrahim Rasool: Expelled South African envoy accuses Trump administration of racism  BBC

South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho and North West Province Tourism Flourish as Inaugural Lobelo la Dipitsi Traditional Horse Racing Event Boosts Regional Economic Growth - Travel And Tour WorldSouth Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho and North West Province Tourism Flourish as Inaugural Lobelo la Dipitsi Traditional Horse Racing Event Boosts Regional Economic Growth  Travel And Tour World

Exploring true crime, Westerns and post-apartheid legacies in South Africa - France 24Exploring true crime, Westerns and post-apartheid legacies in South Africa  France 24

South Africa Allows Some Coal Plants to Top Emissions Limits - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comSouth Africa Allows Some Coal Plants to Top Emissions Limits  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

South African Rand Weakens After Report of Coalition Tensions - Bloomberg.comSouth African Rand Weakens After Report of Coalition Tensions  Bloomberg.com

BREAKING: AB de Villiers Announces Shock IPL Return - Cricket.comBREAKING: AB de Villiers Announces Shock IPL Return  Cricket.com

South Africa Awaits — Come Find Your Joy! - BizcommunitySouth Africa Awaits — Come Find Your Joy!  Bizcommunity

How South Africa lost control of its crisis of violence against women - The TelegraphHow South Africa lost control of its crisis of violence against women  The Telegraph

Rob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach - ESPNRob Walter resigns as South Africa white-ball coach  ESPN

‘Mission South Africa’: How Trump Is Offering White Afrikaners Refugee Status - The New York Times‘Mission South Africa’: How Trump Is Offering White Afrikaners Refugee Status  The New York Times

South Africa seeks meeting with US on auto tariffs - Engineering NewsSouth Africa seeks meeting with US on auto tariffs  Engineering News

The power struggle behind South Africa’s budget delay - SemaforThe power struggle behind South Africa’s budget delay  Semafor

'Met Arshdeep in South Africa, didn't speak much': Punjab Kings' Vijaykumar Vyshak calls India pacer the king of yorkers - Hindustan Times'Met Arshdeep in South Africa, didn't speak much': Punjab Kings' Vijaykumar Vyshak calls India pacer the king of yorkers  Hindustan Times

South Africa sweat over potential 2026 World Cup sanction - BBCSouth Africa sweat over potential 2026 World Cup sanction  BBC

As US Cuts HIV Help, South Africa Turns to Miners, Insurer - Bloomberg.comAs US Cuts HIV Help, South Africa Turns to Miners, Insurer  Bloomberg.com

World Bank and South Africa unveil R55bn plan to revitalise cities - BizcommunityWorld Bank and South Africa unveil R55bn plan to revitalise cities  Bizcommunity

Vanguard introduces specialized wind blade shunt trailers in South Africa - PortnewsVanguard introduces specialized wind blade shunt trailers in South Africa  Portnews

ArcelorMittal South Africa defers plant closure after $92 million injection - Club of MozambiqueArcelorMittal South Africa defers plant closure after $92 million injection  Club of Mozambique

South Africa: New lettuce range coming from Sakata - HortidailySouth Africa: New lettuce range coming from Sakata  Hortidaily

South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons - Yahoo SportsSouth Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons  Yahoo Sports

South Africa grants Eskom coal plants limited emissions exemptions - ReutersSouth Africa grants Eskom coal plants limited emissions exemptions  Reuters

South Africa shoots for space - TechCentralSouth Africa shoots for space  TechCentral

South Africa ships first avocados to China - FreshPlazaSouth Africa ships first avocados to China  FreshPlaza

Trump names right-wing media critic Brent Bozell as ambassador to South Africa - BBCTrump names right-wing media critic Brent Bozell as ambassador to South Africa  BBC

What Musk and Trump describe is not the South Africa I know and love - Al JazeeraWhat Musk and Trump describe is not the South Africa I know and love  Al Jazeera

The N4G Summit: Linking agriculture to better health in South Africa - BizcommunityThe N4G Summit: Linking agriculture to better health in South Africa  Bizcommunity

Muscles and guts of prehistoric animal found “preserved in unimaginable detail” in South African mountains - BBC Wildlife MagazineMuscles and guts of prehistoric animal found “preserved in unimaginable detail” in South African mountains  BBC Wildlife Magazine

New Zealand secure place in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final - ICCNew Zealand secure place in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final  ICC

South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons - galvnews.comSouth Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons  galvnews.com

Walter steps down as South Africa limited-overs coach - CNAWalter steps down as South Africa limited-overs coach  CNA

South Africa’s car sales hit two-year high - BizcommunitySouth Africa’s car sales hit two-year high  Bizcommunity

Sri Lanka to host India and South Africa in a tri-nation series - ICCSri Lanka to host India and South Africa in a tri-nation series  ICC

Saudi Joins France, China, Italy, UAE, Spain, Brazil, India, South Africa as Canada Issues New Critical Travel Advisory: What It Means For the Tourism Sector - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Joins France, China, Italy, UAE, Spain, Brazil, India, South Africa as Canada Issues New Critical Travel Advisory: What It Means For the Tourism Sector  Travel And Tour World

EU flags stronger partnership with South Africa with €4.7bn investment - RFIEU flags stronger partnership with South Africa with €4.7bn investment  RFI

Geely Says Riddara Will Enter New Phase Of Global Expansion In 2025, Including South Africa! - CleanTechnicaGeely Says Riddara Will Enter New Phase Of Global Expansion In 2025, Including South Africa!  CleanTechnica

Saudi Arabia’s Jameel Motors enters South Africa as Changan car distributor - Arabian BusinessSaudi Arabia’s Jameel Motors enters South Africa as Changan car distributor  Arabian Business

Elon Musk attacks South African government, claims ‘Starlink is not allowed to operate in South Africa be - Times of IndiaElon Musk attacks South African government, claims ‘Starlink is not allowed to operate in South Africa be  Times of India

South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons - Connecticut PostSouth Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons  Connecticut Post

Minister Tau under fire over South Africa’s national lottery licence delays - readwrite.comMinister Tau under fire over South Africa’s national lottery licence delays  readwrite.com

Weevils tackle invasive Salvinia in South Africa - AfricanewsWeevils tackle invasive Salvinia in South Africa  Africanews

2025 News items - South Africa launches safeguard investigation on corrosion-resistant steel coil - World Trade Organization2025 News items - South Africa launches safeguard investigation on corrosion-resistant steel coil  World Trade Organization

US-Africa: AFRICOM makes its case; tariffs for South Africa; women under fire - The Africa Report.comUS-Africa: AFRICOM makes its case; tariffs for South Africa; women under fire  The Africa Report.com