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Economists told /explain/ the recovery has been delayed, not derailed.

Higher oil prices are hurting, but positive ratings outlooks from Moody’s and S&P, plus work on electricity and rail, suggest SA’s growth story is not over.

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SA’s economy is not collapsing, but it is definitely not cruising either.

Consumers are paying more for food, fuel and transport, while small businesses say rising costs and weaker spending are eating into profits.

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But with local elections less than six months away, voters are still waiting for the detailed plan behind the big ideas.

Can a former political commentator turn analysis into actual governance?

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Political analyst Lukhona Mnguni has spent years explaining politics. Now he wants to run Johannesburg.

Rise Mzansi’s mayoral candidate says Joburg needs more than service delivery fixes; it needs a new economic identity.

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Globally, five miners were rescued alive from a flooded cave in Laos in a dramatic operation 👀 Angola keeps discovering new species like nature won’t stop surprising us, and AI is edging closer to doing real work straight from your laptop.

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Happy Thursday, Wrap family!

Phala Phala is back in Parliament, a chair has finally been appointed to the inquiry, and things are about to heat up. Sisisi Tolashe is still holding onto the ANC Women’s League presidency, and a top exec lost his new job after his past resurfaced.

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Experts say many NPOs are doing work that should be supported by the government, from skills training to community services.

But without proper funding and recognition, their ability to help tackle unemployment is limited.

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Bafana Bafana have arrived in Mexico ahead of the 2026 World Cup, but their trip was delayed by a visa blunder that forced a late departure.

It’s the latest in a series of Safa admin issues, from the Mokoena suspension saga to training camp problems.

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Behind every decision to stay or leave lies a story about safety, opportunity and belonging, and what these choices reveal about South Africa and the countries migrants call home.

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South Africa celebrates African unity. But what does pan-Africanism mean when African migrants live in fear of harassment, violence and exclusion?

The Ghana evacuation flight raises uncomfortable questions for the continent.

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When communities lose faith in the SAPS, who steps in?

The rise of Wanya Tsotsi in Warrenton reflects growing frustration with crime and slow police response.

But it also raises an important question: where does community protection end and vigilantism begin?

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Wanya Tsotsi says it's helping to keep Warrenton safe by patrolling the streets, recovering stolen goods, and working with police.

But experts warn that when communities take justice into their own hands, innocent people can get caught in the crossfire.

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What does Hugo Broos’ final 26-man Bafana Bafana squad say about South Africa’s World Cup ambitions?

From trusted veterans to exciting young talent, the squad reflects continuity, balance and belief ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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“I encourage people to call me names and criticise me.” Herman Mashaba says criticism over his immigration stance has helped push the issue into public debate.

Full interview here: https://t.co/d1EjCVWAUA

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Johannesburg’s service delivery crisis is deepening from power cuts and water outages to potholes and refuse delays. In a Q&A with our team, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba outlines his plan to fix the city.

What do you think Johannesburg’s next mayor should prioritise first?

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For many South Africans, walking is not a choice; it’s the only way to get to work, school, or home. Yet poor infrastructure, speeding, drunk driving, poor visibility, and limited safe crossings continue putting lives at risk every day.

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More than 40% of road deaths in South Africa are pedestrians. Many are victims of hit-and-runs, speeding, poor visibility, and unsafe roads.

Why are pedestrians so vulnerable?