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SA retains regional lead in soft power despite global ranking drop

South Africa (SA) remains the strongest soft power nation in Sub‑Saharan Africa, even as its global standing continues to slip, according to the Global Soft Power Index 2026 released at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund targets opportunities in AI, robotics

Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala is targeting opportunities in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, viewing the sectors as a major source of industrial growth and a guide for future investments, its group Chief Executive Officer said on Tuesday.

Rand firmer ahead of local inflation data

Rand edged up in early trade on Wednesday

World Economic Forum pushes for Africa to sustain itself

Critical discussions continue at the World Economic Forum

Malawi announces steep fuel price hike as government moves to stabilise fragile economy

Malawi has sharply increased fuel prices for the second time in four months, a move officials say is necessary to prevent nationwide shortages and ease pressure on the country’s strained foreign‑exchange reserves.

Netflix slightly beats revenue estimates, shares slide amid bidding war for Warner Bros

Netflix beat Wall Street’s revenue and earnings estimates for its holiday quarter on Tuesday, but its shares tumbled more than 4% in after-hours trading, as the streaming giant remains locked in ​a fierce bidding war for Warner Bros Discovery.