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Elon Musk’s South African citizenship questioned

BusinessTech Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber could not disclose details on Elon Musk, Reon Barnard, Peter Thiel, and David Sacks’ South African citizenship. Musk, a South African-born businessman leading the Department of Government Efficiency in the Trump administration, criticized race-based…

South Africa plays a dangerous game

BusinessTech South Africa’s strained ties with the US could lead to economic losses and strain trade relations. Tensions rose after Trump’s presidency due to race-based laws and the Expropriation Act. South Africa’s alliances with Iran, Russia, China, and Hamas concern…

What happens next for a contested Budget?

Daily Maverick South Africa’s Budget process faces unprecedented challenges this year. The first attempt collapsed due to opposition to a proposed VAT increase. The second attempt faced resistance from the DA, the ANC’s biggest partner. Finance Minister Godongwana proceeded with…

Cyclone kills six people in Mozambique

EWN Cyclone Jude hits northern Mozambique, claiming six lives and destroying over 900 homes. Third cyclone to hit the country in four months. Jude weakened to a tropical storm but continues to bring intense rain and strong winds. Previous cyclones…