How the Oil Shock Is Jeopardising South Africa’s Economic Recovery
South Africa’s already fragile economic recovery is facing renewed pressure following a sharp surge in global oil prices, triggered by escalating conflict involving Iran. The […]
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How the Middle East Conflict Is Driving Oil Prices Higher and Impacting Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa
The recent escalation in the Middle East conflict—triggered by U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran on 28 February 2026—has significantly disrupted global oil supply chains. […]
Impact of Middle East Conflict on South Africa Intensifies
South Africa is increasingly feeling the economic and political effects of the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, as policymakers and political […]
Middle East Market Turns Increasingly Uncertain for South African Fruit Exports
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is creating a highly volatile and unpredictable trading environment for South African fruit exporters, with supply chains facing […]
South Africa Reaffirms Commitment to UN Charter, Calls for Diplomatic Resolution Amid Rising Iran Tensions
South Africa has reiterated its strong commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter, urging all nations to prioritize peaceful dialogue as tensions involving […]
South Africa Rejects U.S. Pressure to Cut Ties with Iran
Johannesburg, March 16 — South Africa has made it clear that it sees no justification for severing diplomatic relations with Iran, according to its Director-General […]
Mastercard Expands Africa Acceptance Network by 45% in 2025, Accelerating the Continent’s Digital Economy
Mastercard expanded its acceptance network across Africa by 45% in 2025, marking a significant milestone that is bringing millions of additional consumers and small businesses […]