South Africa's impending loss of preferential access to the United States market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has drawn mixed reactions from the business community. Business organisation Sakeliga says while the move could affect some export-dependent industries, its overall impact on the South African economy may be less severe than widely anticipated. However, it warns that the development could signal further deterioration in trade relations between South Africa and the United States. Channel Africa's Innocent Semosa reports...

South Africa's impending loss of preferential access to the United States market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has drawn mixed reactions from the business community. Business organisation Sakeliga says while the move could affect some export-dependent industries, its overall impact on the South African economy may be less severe than widely anticipated. However, it warns that the development could signal further deterioration in trade relations between South Africa and the United States. Channel Africa's Innocent Semosa reports...

Sakeliga warns AGOA loss may have limited economic impact but risks worsening South Africa-US trade relations.

South African meteorologist Professor Mary-Jane Bopape says the full impact of the current El Niño phenomenon in Southern Africa is expected to become clearer over the next three months. She says the high temperatures currently affecting the region are linked to both El Niño and global warming. Bopape, from the University of South Africa, was speaking at a three-day training workshop in Johannesburg focused on reporting extreme heat in Southern Africa. Sisi Segalo reports...

South African meteorologist Professor Mary-Jane Bopape says the full impact of the current El Ni&ntilde;o phenomenon in Southern Africa is expected to become clearer over the next three months. She says the high temperatures currently affecting the region are linked to both El Ni&ntilde;o and global warming. Bopape, from the University of South Africa, was speaking at a three-day training workshop in Johannesburg focused on reporting extreme heat in Southern Africa. Sisi Segalo reports...

El Niño and global warming fuel rising temperatures in Southern Africa, with impacts expected to intensify.

We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the West Africa region. we speak to Dr David Matsanga, Political Scientist and Conflict Resolution Analyst

We now look at some of the stories making headlines in the West Africa region. we speak&nbsp;to Dr David&nbsp;Matsanga, Political Scientist and Conflict Resolution Analyst

West Africa in focus: Political developments, regional tensions and key stories shaping the region.

Democrats have won the US Midterm elections by getting majorities in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The party has made significant enroads into Republican territory, delivering a major political setback for President Donald Trump. The results will reshape the balance of power in Washington for the remaining two years of Trump's presidency. Responding to the results in his social media platform, Trump said he will veto Democrats proposals. Voters say when elected in 2024 Trump promised to arrest high inflation, but they say his tariffs on foreign goods and war against Iran have only worsened the economic situation for many Americans. Voters also expressed widespread concern over government corruption. We spoke to Former US diplomat and Political Analyst, Brooks Spector 

Democrats have won the US Midterm elections by getting majorities in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The party has made significant enroads into Republican territory, delivering a major political setback for President Donald Trump. The results will reshape the balance of power in Washington for the remaining two years of Trump's presidency. Responding to the results in his social media platform, Trump said he will veto Democrats proposals. Voters say when elected in 2024 Trump promised to arrest high inflation, but they say his tariffs on foreign goods and war against Iran have only worsened the economic situation for many Americans. Voters also expressed widespread concern over government corruption. We spoke to Former US diplomat and Political Analyst, Brooks Spector&nbsp;

Democrats capture both chambers of US Congress in midterms, dealing Trump a major blow and shifting Washington’s political landscape.

Democrats have won the US Midterm elections by getting majorities in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The party has made significant enroads into Republican territory, delivering a major political setback for President Donald Trump. The results will reshape the balance of power in Washington for the remaining two years of Trump's presidency. Responding to the results in his social media platform, Trump said he will veto Democrats proposals. Voters say when elected in 2024 Trump promised to arrest high inflation, but they say his tariffs on foreign goods and war against Iran have only worsened the economic situation for many Americans. Voters also expressed widespread concern over government corruption. We spoke to Geopolitical Analyst, Aaron Nga'mbi

Democrats have won the US Midterm elections by getting majorities in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The party has made significant enroads into Republican territory, delivering a major political setback for President Donald Trump. The results will reshape the balance of power in Washington for the remaining two years of Trump's presidency. Responding to the results in his social media platform, Trump said he will veto Democrats proposals. Voters say when elected in 2024 Trump promised to arrest high inflation, but they say his tariffs on foreign goods and war against Iran have only worsened the economic situation for many Americans. Voters also expressed widespread concern over government corruption. We spoke to Geopolitical Analyst, Aaron Nga'mbi

US Democrats seize control of Congress in midterms, dealing Trump a major political setback.

Voting stations have opened this morning for 29 million registered voters in South Africa's local government election. This vote will serve as a critical referendum on service delivery. This is the first vote after the formation of the Government of National Unity in 2024. Political expects and independent polling agencies predict an intense battle across key economic hubs like Johannesburg in the Gauteng province, eThekwini in the KwaZulu Natal province. To unpack this further we are joined by Prof Hlengiwe Ndhlovu, Political and Governance expert

Voting stations have opened this morning for 29 million registered voters in South Africa's local government election. This vote will serve as a critical referendum on service delivery. This is the first vote after the formation of the Government of National Unity in 2024. Political expects and independent polling agencies predict an intense battle across key economic hubs like Johannesburg in the Gauteng province, eThekwini in the KwaZulu Natal province. To unpack this further we are joined by Prof Hlengiwe Ndhlovu, Political and Governance expert

South Africa’s local government elections test the GNU as voters demand better service delivery in key metros.

South Africans head to the polls this morning to vote in a local government election. 29 million registered voters are expected to cast their vote across the country's 8 metropolitan cities, 205 local regions, and 44 district councils. The voting stations have just opened - seven o'clock local time. We now cross to Channel Africa reporter stationed at the in the township of Soweto, Nhlanhla Mahlangu

South Africans head to the polls this morning to vote in a local government election. 29 million registered voters are expected to cast their vote across the country's 8 metropolitan cities, 205 local regions, and 44 district councils. The voting stations have just opened - seven o'clock local time. We now cross to Channel Africa reporter stationed at the in the township of Soweto, Nhlanhla Mahlangu

100 characters or fewer  South Africans head to the polls as 29 million voters cast ballots in local government elections.

South Africans head to the polls this morning to vote in a local government election. 29 million registered voters are expected to cast their vote across the country's 8 metropolitan cities, 205 local regions, and 44 district councils. The voting stations have just opened  - seven o'clock local time. We now cross to Channel Africa reporter stationed at the Independent Electoral Commission National Results Operations Centre, Micheal Mbewe

South Africans head to the polls this morning to vote in a local government election. 29 million registered voters are expected to cast their vote across the country's 8 metropolitan cities, 205 local regions, and 44 district councils. The voting stations have just opened &nbsp;- seven o'clock local time. We now cross to Channel Africa reporter stationed at the Independent Electoral Commission National Results Operations Centre, Micheal Mbewe

South Africans vote in local government elections, with 29 million registered voters heading to the polls across the country’s 257 municipalities.

Time now for our daily Africa RoundUP. Each morning, just after six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the world over the past 24 hours. With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context -helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead.

Time now for our daily Africa RoundUP. Each morning, just after six o'clock news, we bring you a concise update on the key developments shaping the world over the past 24 hours. With insights from our team of journalists, analysts, and newsmakers, we place the day's biggest stories into context -helping you stay informed, connected, and prepared for the day ahead.

100-character headline  Daily Africa Roundup: Your essential update on the stories shaping Africa and the world.

On the Discourse this morning, we turn our attention to South Africa's trade relationship with the United States.  This as the partnership faces a critical test with  Washington reviewing the Pretoria's eligibility for the African Growth and Opportunity Act, or AGOA. The programme has provided South African exporters with preferential access to the American market, supporting key industries, businesses and jobs. With diplomatic and trade relations between Pretoria and Washington under pressure, the government faces the challenge of protecting these economic gains while advancing South Africa's national interests. We spoke to spokesperson for South Africa's Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Kaamil Alli

On the Discourse this morning, we turn our attention to South Africa's trade relationship with the United States. &nbsp;This as the partnership faces a critical test with &nbsp;Washington reviewing the Pretoria's eligibility for the African Growth and Opportunity Act, or AGOA. The programme has provided South African exporters with preferential access to the American market, supporting key industries, businesses and jobs. With diplomatic and trade relations between Pretoria and Washington under pressure, the government faces the challenge of protecting these economic gains while advancing South Africa's national interests. We spoke to spokesperson for South Africa's Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Kaamil Alli

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