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The IMF warns of economic challenges in South Africa due to fiscal deficits and public debts. Forecast predicts GDP growth to rise from 0.8% in 2024 to 1.5% in 2025, reaching 1.8% by 2030. Improved electricity generation, monetary policy easing, and restored investor confidence post-elections contribute to growth. Ongoing reforms in electricity and logistics are expected to support long-term growth.

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EFF warns President Ramaphosa against being led into war by “fanatics” amid diplomatic dispute with Rwanda over SANDF presence in DRC. Julius Malema urges restraint, cautions against senseless wars to unite people against a common enemy.

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Eskom warns of potential load shedding after 10 months of stable electricity supply. Emergency reserves depleted due to recent breakdowns, may lead to Stage 4 load shedding over the weekend. Nersa rejects Eskom’s tariff increase application for 2025/2026 financial year. CEO Dan Marokane says setback is temporary, monitoring reserves closely. Further updates to follow.

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EWN

Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber praised the use of drone technology by the Border Management Authority (BMA) in intercepting over 2,000 illegal immigrants during the festive season. The drones identified breaches in border barriers at five ports of entry, leading to the detection of 2,188 individuals attempting illegal entry. Schreiber advocated for the permanent use of drones to combat illegal immigration.

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EWN

Parliament’s Public Works and Infrastructure Committee chairperson expects Minister Dean Macpherson to implement the Expropriation Act despite his opposition. The clash between ANC and DA continues over expropriation without compensation. President Ramaphosa signed the bill into law, but Macpherson vows not to allow property expropriation.

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SABC News

The South African Weather Service issued a heatwave advisory for Gauteng, with extremely hot conditions expected until Saturday. Scattered thunderstorms are forecasted for the weekend, with localized flooding in low-lying areas.

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EWN

Eskom warns of high risk of load shedding in South Africa after 10 months of uninterrupted electricity supply. CEO Dan Marokane says recent breakdowns have depleted emergency reserves, potentially leading to load shedding up to Stage 4 over the weekend. Structural improvements in generation fleet have reduced load shedding, but temporary setbacks are possible.

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Reuters

U.S. President Donald Trump signed the Laken Riley Act at the White House on Jan 29, 2025. He expressed concern over the crisis between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, calling it a “very serious problem.”

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