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Rand flat amid firmer Dollar, US inflation in focus

SA Rand was flat in early trade on Friday

SA Chefs launches 2026 strategy as African Culinary Cup returns to country

The South African (SA) Chefs Association has unveiled an ambitious strategic roadmap for 2026 aimed at professionalising the country’s culinary sector and elevating its global profile.

AfDB strengthens financing for Rwanda’s $300 million energy access programme

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved an addendum to boost financing for Rwanda’s Energy Sector Results‑Based Financing Programme.

Pension reform pressures mount in Comoros as IMF warns of rising fiscal risks

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that urgent pension reforms are needed in the Union of the Comoros to prevent growing fiscal pressures and ensure long-term sustainability of the retirement system.

IMF urges reforms as Mozambique faces fiscal, debt pressures

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on Mozambique to adopt urgent economic reforms to address rising fiscal pressures, debt vulnerabilities and weak growth, following its latest annual economic assessment of the country.

Despite criticism, SA President reiterates recovering economy

Ramaphosa maintains that progress is not imagined, but evident in key economic indicators.