# Standard Bank says South Africa’s economy is showing signs of recovery as improvements in governance and infrastructure begin to boost growth. The bank’s chief economist, Goolam Ballim, forecasts economic growth of 1.7-percent next year, rising to two-percent in 2028, which is more optimistic than the International Monetary Fund’s forecast. Ballim says stronger institutions and […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on world leaders to make greater investments in education, as it is essential for economic growth and social development. Speaking at the Transforming Education Summit at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, Ramaphosa said countries must move from promises to action by improving access to quality education, supporting teachers and preparing […]
# DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to urgently appoint a permanent minister of Police. Speaking during an anti-crime march in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape, Hill-Lewis said South Africa needs stronger police leadership and better law enforcement to fight violent crime, gangsterism and extortion. He also criticised the government for […]
Western Cape MEC for Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism Ivan Meyer encourages South Africans to use savings month to build better financial habits. Meyer says regular saving, budgeting and improving financial literacy can help households cope with rising living costs, debt and unexpected expenses. He has urged consumers to start small, avoid unnecessary debt and […]
# Rise Mzansi has called for urgent action to speed up the re-vetting and lifestyle audits of senior South African Police Service officials. According to the party, the process has been too slow despite evidence before the Madlanga commission showing criminal networks have infiltrated the police. Rise Mzansi’s Makashule Gana has welcomed the extension of […]
# The National Consumer Commission has announced a safety recall affecting ten-thousand-961 BMW 3 Series, 4 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, X3 and X4 vehicles sold in South Africa since 2016. The recall follows a possible fault in the starter system that could prevent the engine from starting or, in rare cases, cause overheating and […]
# The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse says the City of Johannesburg must first prove it can manage its finances responsibly before the National Treasury releases withheld grant funding. The organisation has welcomed Treasury’s decision to withhold the money, citing the city must demonstrate lasting financial reforms, accountability and proper governance. OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage argues […]
# Mpumalanga police have launched an investigation after a man and his four-year-old nephew died in Witbank after allegedly eating biscuits taken from a local spaza shop. Police spokesperson Mavela Masondo says the biscuits had been stored at a house after the shop owner moved them because of fears of looting:
# Trade union Solidarity has criticised a proposal by Trade, Industry and Competition minister Parks Tau to declare the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026 Tour a protected event. The union claims the move could increase government control over private sporting events by imposing procurement requirements and adding costs for organisers. Solidarity’s Theuns du Buisson says they […]
