# South Africans are being urged to embrace healthy saving habits as National Savings Month begins. Experts say increased savings boost investment and grow the economy. However, high unemployment and rising living costs make saving difficult for many. Citizens are encouraged to budget, reduce debt, and consider side hustles or retirement annuities. The 50-30-20 budgeting […]
# The DA says Tshwane lost 130-million-rand in electricity revenue in April due to extended outages worsened by a policy banning after-hours emergency repairs. DA finance spokesperson Jacqui Uys blames poor workmanship and ANC-led coalition decisions for increased blackouts in the east of Pretoria. She demands better overtime management during emergencies after planned maintenance:
# South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago says the current 4.5-percent inflation goal weakens the rand and doubles prices every 16-years. In the Reserve Bank’s annual report, Kganyago argues for a three-percent target, aligning with global norms. With inflation at 2.8-percent in May, Kganyago calls this an amazing opportunity for reform. The Reserve Bank […]
# The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption has vowed to continue the fight against state capture corruption after four former Transnet executives were granted 50-thousand-rand bail by the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court. Brian Molefe, Anoj Singh, Siyabonga Gama and Thamsanqa Jiyane are facing 18 charges including corruption. The directorate’s Henry Mamothame says the case […]
# Deputy president Paul Mashatile will today lead the Clean Cities and Towns campaign in Matjhabeng, Free State. The initiative encourages cleaner, greener, and inclusive spaces in urban and rural areas. Mashatile will visit the Renergen Helium Gas Plant and Thabong Water Treatment Plant to assess progress. He’ll also join locals in road repairs and […]
# Over eight-thousand learners will gather at Rhema Bible Church in Randburg, Johannesburg, for the 2025 ABC Motsepe South African Schools Choral Eisteddfod from today till Thursday. Hosted by the Departments of Basic Education and Sport, Arts and Culture, in partnership with the Motsepe Foundation, the national event features categories like Opera Solo and Small […]
# The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa has named Tafadzwa Chibanguza as CEO designate, effective today. Chibanguza will officially assume the CEO role on 1 January next year, succeeding Lucio Trentini, who retires in 2027. He also served as Seifsa’s chief operations officer since March 2022. Seifsa president Elias Monage says Chibanguza […]
# The Congress of South African Trade Unions has welcomed significant progress in the Two-Pot Pension Reforms since their rollout on 1 September last year. Over 57-billion-rand has been paid to more than 3.5-million workers. While praising the relief brought by these reforms, the federation’s Matthew Parks, slammed over seven-thousand-700 employers for failing to pay […]
# SANParks has called on visitors to the Kruger National Park to pre-book and observe park rules during the school holidays, ending on 21 July. Spokesperson JP Louw says gate quotas and time slots will be enforced, with extra staff monitoring road safety and conduct. Louw advised tourists to plan trips carefully, respect signage, and […]
