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businesstech.co.za Apr 10
Ramaphosa responds to plan to open the floodgates for American companies to enter South Africa
businesstech.co.za/news/government/856535/ramaphosa-responds-to-united-states-plan-to-open-the-floodgates-for-american-companies-to-enter-south-africa/
ISS Africa Apr 10
Ruto bumps Ramaphosa from France’s G7 – or does he? | ISS Africa: US President Donald Trump had threatened to boycott the G7 summit if South Africa’s president ...
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Ambassadors ‘should never criticise their hosts’, Ramaphosa tells envoys – including Bozell
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Key FactsUS Ambassador Boosts South Africa Ties
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: businesstech.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: businesstech.co.za
- President Cyril Ramaphosa will formally receive US Ambassador-designate Brent Bozell’s credentials on April 8.
- Relations have been strained following the 2025 expulsion of South Africa’s ambassador to the US amid political disputes.
- Bozell was recently issued a démarche over comments disputing a domestic court ruling on hate speech.
- Ambassadors must have their credentials accepted by the host country before fully assuming their roles.
Trump supporters were part of a 'supremacist movement'.— Ebrahim Rasool, former South African ambassador to the United States, said this regarding Trump supporters.
EWN Apr 08
South Africa accepts US envoy's credentials amid moves to thaw ties: Brent Bozell, a right-wing media critic and staunch supporter of President Donald Trump ...
ewn.co.za/2026/04/08/south-africa-accepts-us-envoys-credentials-amid-moves-to-thaw-ties
Non-interference is golden rule, Cyril Ramaphosa tells new diplomats to SA: Ramaphosa warns US ambassador and others against interfering in host country affairs
timeslive.co.za/news/2026-04-08-non-interference-is-golden-rule-cyril-ramaphosa-tells-new-diplomats-to-sa/
businesstech.co.za Apr 07
Two new laws for South Africa waiting for Ramaphosa’s signature: Two new laws for South Africa are waiting for President Cyril Ramaphosa's signature ...
businesstech.co.za/news/government/856074/two-new-laws-for-south-africa-waiting-for-ramaphosas-signature/
Key FactsSouth Africa’s New Water and Immigration Laws Pending
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: businesstech.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: businesstech.co.za
- President Ramaphosa is set to sign two bills concerning water infrastructure and immigration reforms.
- A new state-owned agency will oversee water resources to address the ongoing national water crisis.
- The immigration amendments require courts to review illegal detainees within 48 hours to ensure judicial oversight.
- These laws aim to enhance investment, streamline governance, and protect individual rights in migration processes.
This amendment provides critical judicial oversight and provides clear guidance to immigration officers and the courts when exercising detention powers. With this Bill, a balance is struck between the government’s need to manage immigration effectively and the need to protect the rights of persons.— Parliament, commenting on the Immigration Bill
South Africa: Ramaphosa Defends Delay in Justice for TRC Victims - South African News Briefs - April 8, 2026
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OpinionPETER BRUCE | Losing in Iran, Trump casts his evil eye on Cuba: He doesn’t know the power of nationalism and will make the same mistake
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The Citizen Apr 02
President Ramaphosa appoints Dr Makhubu as new Sars commissioner: Makhubu has held the position of deputy commissioner since 2023.
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Key FactsExperienced Leader Takes Helm at SARS in 2026
Apr 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: enca.com
- Dr. Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu has been appointed as the new commissioner of the South African Revenue Service.
- He succeeded Edward Kieswetter, whose contract ends on April 30, 2026, after serving as Deputy Commissioner since 2023.
- Makhubu’s tenure starts on May 1, 2026, and follows his involvement in shaping SARS's strategic direction since 2020.
- Kieswetter announced that SARS exceeded its revenue target by nearly 25 billion rand, surpassing the 2 trillion rand mark.
EWN Apr 03
Cabinet weighs in on South Africa's exclusion from G7 summit: South Africa is not a member of the bloc of the world’s most powerful economies ...
ewn.co.za/2026/04/03/cabinet-weighs-in-on-south-africas-exclusion-from-g7-summit
Key FactsSouth Africa Excluded from June 2026 G7 Summit
Apr 3, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- Minister Khumbudzo Ntshaveni described South Africa’s disinvitation from the G7 summit as an opportunity for President Ramaphosa to focus elsewhere.
- France replaced South Africa with Kenya for the June meeting following US influence.
- Despite the exclusion, strong bonds persist between South Africa and the US, especially in investment and strategic relations.
- France is advocating for South Africa’s participation in the upcoming US-hosted G20 summit despite the unilateral ban.
We remain a very strategic partner of the US. We are unavoidable to each other. We cannot wish each other away. We must co-exist and that’s why we continue to engage with the US as a valued partner.— Khumbudzo Ntshaveni, Minister in the Presidency, said this in response to South Africa's exclusion from the G7.
businesstech.co.za Apr 02
Ramaphosa signs big tax changes for South Africa into law: President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a new tax law that gives the South African Revenue Service (SARS) ...
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France denies excluding South Africa from G7 summit under pressure from Washington
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What South Africa’s G7 disinvitation could mean: Some analysts also think that South Africa’s interest in sustaining relations with France and the US influenced ...
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Ramaphosa launches R2 trillion investment drive: After securing R1.5 trillion in investment commitments, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the new target is to ...
mg.co.za/business/2026-03-31-ramaphosa-launches-r2-trillion-investment-drive/
Can talks save South Africa’s NHI from a courtroom war?: Motsoaledi has met Sama — a potential court opponent — to talk about ‘things we have in common’ ...
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Ramaphosa says French G7 snub ‘no big deal’: President contradicts spokesperson, who blamed US pressure for French U-turn on invite to June summit
timeslive.co.za/politics/2026-03-29-ramaphosa-says-french-g7-snub-no-big-deal/
Operation Ukubusa: A new strategy by Ramaphosa to disrupt South Africa's illicit economy
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Key FactsSouth Africa Launches Operation Ukubusa Against Illicit Trade
Mar 28, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- Operation Ukubusa will commence on April 1 as a national effort to disrupt the illicit economy.
- The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security cluster oversees coordination involving police, revenue, and prosecuting authorities.
- Advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and data analytics are applied to combat high-risk sectors effectively.
- Effectiveness is measured through indicators including criminal network dismantling, seizures, arrests, and revenue recovery.
The visible policing division of the South African Police Service, led by the section head for Emerging Economic Crime, will be responsible for the coordination of activities.— Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa, speaking about the coordination of activities under Operation Ukubusa
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