# Deputy president Paul Mashatile has praised Gauteng’s economic potential at the Gauteng Investment Conference in Sandton. Mashatile highlighted the province’s resilience, innovation, and strategic investment. Contributing over 34-percent to the country’s gross domestic product, Mashatile said that Gauteng is a key investment gateway. He urged collaboration between government and business to drive economic growth […]
# AfriForum has blamed ANC leadership for the US imposing higher import tariffs on South Africa. CEO Kallie Kriel argues that reckless policies and strained US relations have led to these tariffs, affecting around 60 countries. Kriel criticises the government for prioritising ideology over citizens’ interests. He insists that punitive measures could have been avoided […]
# FNB has launched AgencyPlus, a new service bringing banking closer to unbanked and underbanked communities. Through registered agent stores, customers can deposit and withdraw cash, access eWallet services, and buy airtime and electricity using the FNB App or cellphone banking. CEO of FNB Points of Presence, Zibu Nqala says the initiative, already active in […]
# The Southern Africa Network for Immigrants and Refugees has urged urgent action on the rising number of stateless and undocumented children in South Africa, particularly those born to refugee and migrant parents. Head of Programmes and Partnerships, Claude Marie Bernard Kayitare, says these children face barriers to education, healthcare, and legal protection. The organisation […]
# April is International Caesarean Awareness Month, highlighting education on Caesarean births and reducing preventable C-sections. The campaign promotes awareness of the procedure, recovery, and potential complications while advocating for safe natural births when possible. It also supports post-caesarean recovery and encourages safe natural birth after a caesarean. Myths surrounding C-sections are addressed to provide accurate […]
# Justice minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has expressed deep concern over the handling of Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso’s case after his acquittal on all charges, including rape and human trafficking. Judge Irma Schoeman criticised the prosecution’s weak cross-examination. Kubayi has requested a full report from the National Prosecuting Authority to assess the shortcomings. She reaffirmed the […]
# The City of Tshwane has warned of a planned protest by Defend South Africa tomorrow, calling for president Cyril Ramaphosa’s resignation. Marchers will gather at Marabastad’s Old Putco Bus Depot at 10am and proceed to the Union Buildings via Struben, Nelson Mandela, and Stanza Bopape Streets. Tshwane Metro Police and police will monitor the […]
# South Africa is hosting the second G20 Sherpa meeting virtually from Pretoria today. Chaired by International Relations director-general Zane Dangor, the two-day meeting focuses on solidarity, equality, sustainability. Key topics include debt resilience in low-income countries, securing critical minerals for sustainable development, and mobilising South Africa’s just energy transition. The first Sherpa meeting under […]
# Environment, Forestry and Fisheries minister Dion George has urged Eskom to permanently waive solar panel registration fees, extending its current exemption beyond March 2026. Eskom has offered free registration and smart meters for residential solar systems up to 50-thousand volt-amperes since March 2023, saving homeowners over nine-thousand-rand. George argues reinstating fees would hinder renewable […]
