The Federal Government says it is pursuing compensation for Nigerians affected by recent attacks in South Africa while strengthening diplomatic efforts to prevent further violence. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Sola Enikanolaiye, disclosed this on Tuesday after briefing President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He said …
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A new global study by Ataraxis has ranked South Africa as the leading country in Africa for artificial intelligence (AI) readiness, placing it eighth globally among the world’s top outsourcing destinations. According to the 2026 Global Outsourcing AI Readiness Index, South Africa has established itself as the continent’s clear leader …
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The South African government has rejected Nigeria’s request for compensation for citizens who abandoned their businesses and properties after fleeing renewed xenophobic attacks in the country. Nigeria had indicated that it was compiling records of properties and businesses left behind by returnees as a basis for seeking compensation from South …
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The MTN Group Chairman, Mr Mcebisi Jonas, on Friday blamed South Africa’s recurring xenophobic attacks on governance failure. Jonas said that immigrants were being unfairly scapegoated for deep-rooted national challenges. He spoke at the funeral of Zimbabwean-born activist and public servant, Thokozani Damasane, where he urged South Africans to embrace …
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner following a wave of anti-foreigner protests and reported attacks targeting Nigerians and their businesses in the country. In a statement issued on Saturday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the government …
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Fresh xenophobic violence in South Africa has claimed the lives of two Nigerians, sparking fear among the diaspora community and prompting urgent diplomatic intervention by the Federal Government. The Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg confirmed that Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpenyong Andrew were killed in separate incidents linked to rising anti-foreigner …
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South Africa is in talks with France over a €100m loan aimed at reviving struggling cities, as worsening infrastructure failures continue to disrupt economic activity and basic services across major urban centres. The proposed financing, first reported by Bloomberg, highlights deepening concern over the state of South Africa’s municipalities, where governance challenges, …
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South Africa is moving its visa system firmly into the digital era with the launch of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) designed to simplify entry and attract more visitors. Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber announced the initiative this week, saying the new process will remove longstanding barriers for travellers and create a …
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South Africa has been ranked the fourth-best country in the world for travel in the 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards, making it the highest-placed African nation on the list. Botswana also featured prominently, taking the 10th spot and cementing its status as one of Africa’s leading eco-tourism destinations. The Telegraph Travel Awards, …
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Relations between South Africa and the United States are at their most fragile in years after American lawmakers advanced a bill seeking to reassess bilateral ties, citing Pretoria’s alliances with Russia, China, and alleged support for Hamas. On July 22, the House Foreign Affairs Committee voted 34–16 to approve the ‘US-South Africa …
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