Jeremy Maggs on 28/05/2026

Lamola calls for law, not vigilantism, in immigration debate

‘Fortunately, the majority of African diplomats in South Africa have stood together and said, we understand this matter, we believe that the South African government has got the capacity to handle it and deal with it,’ says Minister of International Relations Ronald Lamola.

J Jeremy Maggs
Liesl Peyper on 28/05/2026

Sarb hikes rates by 25 basis points

The decision reflects rising inflation risks driven by persistently high oil prices, Middle East tensions and a weaker rand.

L Liesl Peyper