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Finance Minister Enoch Godoywana removed Kedibone Madiehe as chief executive of the Government Pensions Administration Agency after allegations of a R2 billion procurement fraud. The move comes amid a widening inquiry into “ghost contracts” that could affect the country's public‑pension assets.
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A Johannesburg court has warned President Cyril Ramaphosa to protect Parliament as the lingering Phala Phala farm scandal resurfaces, reviving impeachment talks. Allegations of a missing $580,000 and related parliamentary controversies intensify political pressure.
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Despite a national decrease in the murder rate, several police precincts in Cape Town continue to report alarmingly high numbers of homicides, with gang activity and firearms cited as primary drivers. The persistent violence highlights a complex challenge within South Africa's broader crime statistics.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa told SADC leaders the country is "deeply ashamed" of recent attacks on foreign nationals and urged regional cooperation. He also demanded reimbursement from Nigeria, Malawi, Ethiopia and others for evacuation costs, a claim that Ghana has denied.
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South Africa's unemployment rate increased to 33.6% in the second quarter of 2024, marking a four-year high. The rise in joblessness is attributed to a weakening labor market and the broader economic impact of the Iran war.