# The Central Energy Fund says motorists can expect slight relief at the pump this March, with fuel prices set to decrease. The price of 95-unleaded petrol will drop by six-cents per litre, while 93-unleaded petrol will rise by six-cents per litre. Diesel prices are expected to fall by 16-cents per litre. The fund says […]
# AfriForum has presented Police minister Senzo Mchunu with details of eight farm murders between October and December 2024, as requested by his Ministry. This comes after AfriForum disputed SAPS data claiming only one farm murder incident. The civil rights group argues that Mchunu is downplaying the crisis and urges government collaboration to combat rural […]
# Sappi has announced a 5.5-billion-rand senior notes offering, set to mature in 2032. Issued by its subsidiary, Sappi Papier Holding, the notes aim to improve the company’s debt maturity profile. Proceeds will be used to redeem 4.4-billion-rand in outstanding senior notes due next year, and for general corporate purposes. The offering is exempt from […]
# Public Works and Infrastructure minister Dean Macpherson is reviewing recommendations to appoint five new board members to the Independent Development Trust. The board submitted these names following existing vacancies, four of which date back to 2023. Macpherson emphasised the need for strong leadership to restore stability amid corruption concerns. Once appointed, the board will […]
# Agricultural experts are calling for the commercialisation of South Africa’s goat industry to drive economic growth. The Agricultural Research Council and industry stakeholders highlight that most goats are sold live in informal markets, with only 0.5-percent processed through formal abattoirs. Experts argue that improved breeding, better supply chains, and government intervention could create jobs, […]
# Human Settlements minister Thembi Simelane and Gauteng Human Settlement MEC, Tasneem Motara, will hand over the Grand Central Social Housing project in Midrand today. The completed development features 990 rental units, offering quality housing near jobs, transport, and social amenities. This comes as South Africa aims to deliver 15-thousand social housing units in five […]
# Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya has confirmed that the National Prosecuting Authority is investigating four cases of high treason related to spreading false information. Speaking to the SABC, Lebeya refused to name the organisations. He however mentioned that the case involves some individuals who may have crossed borders to spread misinformation. The Solidarity Movement including […]
# Former Public Protector Thuli Madonsela has criticised AfriForum for their actions in the United States. This follows the lobby group’s role in approaching the US to solve South African policy challenges. US president Donald Trump has since cited concerns over South Africa’s land expropriation laws. She told Newzroom Afrika that AfriForum’s actions are morally […]
# Gauteng law enforcement agencies arrested more than 283 suspects during high-density crime-fighting operations over the weekend. Law enforcement targeted crime hotspots across five regions, making arrests for drunk driving, drug possession, illegal mining, and business robbery. Authorities say these operations which is part of the Integrated Crime Prevention Plan, will continue to dismantle criminal […]
