FINANCE

FINANCE

Stay informed with the latest updates from South Africa and around the world. Our news section covers a wide range of topics including politics, social issues, crime, environment, global affairs, and human interest stories.

Bitcoin’s 2025 rollercoaster may end on a low

With a series of record highs and crushing sell-offs, 2025 has been a rollercoaster ride for Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, which is at risk of ending the year with its first annual decline since 2022.

IMF approves additional funding for Somalia as reform progress remains strong

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved an additional financing package for Somalia after completing the fourth review of the country’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.

Ethiopia accuses Egypt of escalating tensions as Nile dispute deepens

Ethiopia has accused Egypt of heightening tensions in their protracted dispute over the Nile River.

Morocco to open two deepwater ports in 2026, 2028

Morocco will open a new deepwater Mediterranean port next year and another on the Atlantic in 2028

SA to return to G20 in 2027: Minister

South Africa’s (SA) Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, says the country will head to the World Economic Forum (WEF)

UN cuts 2025 aid target, warns of growing global apathy  

United Nations (UN) has launched its annual global aid appeal