# The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa has proposed raising customs duties on certain polymer pipes and hoses from 15-percent to 20-percent. The move aims to protect local manufacturing and prevent import circumvention. The commission says that Riifo Southern Africa, the only regional producer, has struggled with losses and cheap imports despite growth. […]
# Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber has called for public comment on draft regulations to introduce a digital ID system. The proposal allows citizens to store key documents on smartphones and verify identity using biometrics. The minister says the system will remain optional, with physical IDs still valid. Submissions are open until June 6, as […]
# The Hawks’ Head of Serious Organised Crime Investigations Hendrik Flynn has told the Madlanga Commission that mechanisms exist to prioritise forensic analysis. Addressing a probe into the 2021 disappearance of cocaine worth about 200-million-rand from a Hawks facility in Port Shepstone, Flynn said there is no strict requirement for written requests to the Forensic […]
# The Madlanga Commission has postponed the appearance of KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Lesetja Senona to next month. Evidence leader Mahlape Sello cited ongoing labour matters with the South African Police Service. Senona is under intense scrutiny following the 2021 disappearance of 541 kilograms of cocaine, worth an estimated 200-million-rand, from a Hawks facility in Port […]
# The Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry warns that sharp fuel price increases will severely impact Durban’s logistics-driven economy. Petrol has risen by over three-rand per litre, with diesel up more than five-rand per litre, placing pressure on businesses and consumers. Panic buying has also been reported, while motorists say rising fuel costs are […]
# The Black Conveyancers Association has reiterated that inequality persists in South Africa’s property market. Second deputy president, Pumla Mncwango, warns that black conveyancers remain sidelined from high-value deals. Mncwango says structural barriers favour established players hence the association is calling for reforms and stronger implementation of the Legal Sector Code to ensure fair access […]
# ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has accepted an apology from activist Anele Mda after the High Court in Pretoria dismissed her application to appeal a defamation ruling. The court found Mda’s social media posts linking Mbalula to the murder of North West businessman Wandile Bozwana were defamatory and unproven. The tender tycoon died in hospital […]
# The National Aviation Conference underway in Kempton Park aims to promote collaboration and innovation for a sustainable future. Speaking on the sidelines, South African Civil Aviation Authority spokesperson Phindiwe Gwebu told SABC News that the two-day event focuses on topical issues including fuel costs, artificial intelligence, cyber security and safety. She called on continued […]
# The DA in KwaZulu-Natal has completed preparations for its provincial congress this weekend. Delegates will meet in Durban to elect new leadership ahead of the local government elections set for November 4th. At least ten candidates are vying for deputy chair, aiming to stabilise the province. Current deputy Speaker in the provincial Legislature Mmabatho […]
