News you need today: Anti-immigrant protests impact businesses across Africa
South African businesses are facing a backlash across Africa following domestic anti-immigrant protests. Meanwhile, political pressure mounts regarding the Phala Phala inquiry, and police have concluded a tragic search in Mpumalanga.
South African companies operating in other African nations are experiencing a fallout from recent anti-immigration protests held within South Africa. These domestic protests, which targeted foreign nationals, have led to retaliatory challenges for South African commercial interests abroad.
Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) opposition party, has renewed calls for an inquiry into President Cyril Ramaphosa over the "Phala Phala" scandal. The case involves the alleged theft of hidden foreign currency from the President's private farm. Malema also criticized young supporters of the African National Congress (ANC), claiming the governing party no longer represents the interests of the youth.
In Mpumalanga, police have recovered the body of 21-year-old Zenande Chiloane from the Crocodile River. The recovery follows a nine-day search operation by local authorities.
A new R2.2 billion five-star resort, Club Med South Africa, is scheduled to open in KwaZulu-Natal this July. It is the most expensive resort project in the country to date. Additionally, weather forecasts for Wednesday, 17 June 2026, predict rain and cold conditions for three of South Africa’s provinces.
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