# Award-winning filmmaker Michael James has premiered God’s Work at the 46th Durban International Film Festival. Inspired by his time volunteering at the Denis Hurley Centre, the film follows homeless characters navigating survival and the need to be seen. James collaborated with homeless men to authentically portray life on the streets. The film, now up […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced urgent supportive measures to protect South African businesses and jobs from the impact of possible US tariff hikes. Speaking at the Union Buildings, Ramaphosa said South Africa’s position as Africa’s largest and most industrialised economy makes it a likely target. He confirmed a two-pronged approach including tough negotiations with […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says intensive negotiations are underway with the US as countries await president Donald Trump’s tariff decisions. Speaking at the Union Buildings, Ramaphosa said South Africa has tabled a package seeking exemptions for key exports like vehicles, steel, aluminium, and citrus, while encouraging mutual investment. He emphasised that many nations face similar […]
# Professor Firoz Cachalia had been sworn in as acting minister of Police at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. Cachalia takes over from Senzo Mchunu, who is on special leave following corruption allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkwanazi. Yesterday, the Constitutional Court dismissed the MK Party’s challenge of president Cyril Ramaphosa’s appointment powers. […]
# Home loan originator BetterBond has welcomed the Reserve Bank’s decision to cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to seven-percent, bringing the prime lending rate to 10.5-percent, its lowest since 2022. National head of sales, Bradd Bendall, says the move offers relief for homeowners. He announced that bond applications rose 7.4-percent over the […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa will today swear in minister-designate Firoz Cachalia as acting minister of Police. Cachalia’s appointment follows the special leave of Police minister Senzo Mchunu, amid claims of political interference by KwaZulu-Natal Police commissioner, Nthanhla Mkhwanazi. The Madlanga Commission chaired by retired Constitutional Court Judge Mbuyiseli Madlanga will investigate the allegations. Cachalia replaces […]
# The South African Reserve Bank says it now prefers inflation to settle at three-percent, down from the current three- to six-percent target range. Reserve Bank governor, Lesetja Kganyago says lower inflation could mean lower interest rates, with models showing rates falling below six-percent over time. The governor stressed that the move aims to anchor […]
# The National Gambling Board’s chief strategic advisor, Caroline Kongwa, has resigned after a forensic audit flagged performance bonuses and international travel as irregular expenditure. According to Ground Up, Kongwa, who earned 3.4-million-rand last year, stepped down earlier this month. In addition, the organisation has been without a board for eleven years, prompting whistleblower concerns […]
# Tourism minister Patricia de Lille and deputy minister Maggie Sotyu will host a community engagement in Mpumalanga’s Nkangala District. Discussions will focus on the G20 Tourism Priority: Tourism Financing and Investment to Enhance Equality and Promote Sustainable Development, and will explore investment opportunities that preserve tourism sites, stimulate sustainable growth, and promote economic and […]
