Countries AfriForum says Ramaphosa’s ‘unpatriotic’ comments are invalid Cape Town — AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel has responded to President Cyril Ramaphosa and said that his claims against... Read more 12 Mar
Countries Department of Health announces ban of hemp and cannabis in food-related products Cape Town — The Department of Health has banned the production and sale of cannabis and hemp-derived food goods... Read more 12 Mar
Business Godongwana confirms 0.5% VAT hike, another increase set for 2026 Cape Town – Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced a 0.5% VAT increase to address a R60 billion budget... Read more 12 Mar
Business WATCH | Godongwana delivers Budget Speech Cape Town – Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is delivering his Budget Speech on Wednesday. It was postponed last month... Read more 12 Mar
Business VAT increase likely as Godongwana set to deliver budget, EFF pushes back Cape Town – The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to reject and seek amendments... Read more 12 Mar
Countries Gwarube says department remains on track to eradicate pit toilets Cape Town — Minister of Education Siviwe Gwarube said eradicating pit toilets at all schools remains her priority as... Read more 12 Mar
Business Tensions high ahead of Godongwana’s Budget Speech as opposition rejects VAT hike Cape Town – Tensions are rising ahead of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s revised budget speech, with opposition parties strongly... Read more 12 Mar
Business All eyes on Godongwana as SA awaits crucial Budget Speech after delay Cape Town – Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s forthcoming budget speech, rescheduled for today, March 12, 2025, comes after an... Read more 12 Mar
Countries US embassy considers refugee admissions for ‘discriminated’ Afrikaners in SA Cape Town – The US embassy has provided an update on the country’s refugee admissions process under Executive Order... Read more 12 Mar
Business Ramaphosa defends SA’s US ties amid ‘mischaracterisation’ concerns Cape Town – President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to maintaining strong diplomatic and economic ties with... Read more 12 Mar