News 10 Feb 2026

1. [Politics/Social] President Ramaphosa to Deliver SONA 2026 at Cape Town City Hall:

President Ramaphosa will deliver the State of the Nation Address on Thursday, Feb 12. As the first regular SONA under the GNU, it serves as a crucial test of coalition stability ahead of local government elections. Focus areas include job creation, fighting crime/corruption, and logistical/energy reforms.

• (Source): Parliament of South Africa / Daily Maverick (2026.02.08)

 

2. [Economy/Stats] SA 2026 GDP Projected at 1.4-1.5% Amid Interest Rate Cut Hopes:

The IMF and RMB project SA's economy to grow by 1.4-1.5% in 2026. With 2025 inflation averaging 3.2% (a 21-year low), expectations for a 50 basis point interest rate cut by the SARB are rising, which is expected to boost household spending and support economic recovery.

• (Source): IMF / Statistics South Africa / Politicsweb (2026.01.22)