# ANC integrity committee chairperson, Frank Chikane has called for renewed diligence, professionalism, and revolutionary morality within the party. Addressing delegates at the party’s councillors’ roll call at the FNB stadium in Johannesburg, in Gauteng, Chikane warned that corruption and compromised officials had weakened state entities. He urged members to prioritise the interests of the […]
# Business Leadership South Africa says last week brought both progress and setbacks for small businesses. Employment and Labour minister Nomakhosazana Meth introduced new dismissal codes, making it easier and cheaper for small companies to manage underperforming employees. However, Trade, Industry and Competition minister Parks Tau unexpectedly withdrew proposed credit regulation reforms that would have […]
# The Bureau for Economic Research says South Africa is surviving, not thriving. Gross domestic product growth is expected at just 1.3-percent next year, and private sector investment remains far below pre-Covid-19 levels. They warn that growth is held back by low private investment, red tape, and corruption, despite rising consumer spending. Businesses report struggles […]
# The Madlanga Judicial Commission of Inquiry says only 300 seats will be available for the first public hearing at Bridgette Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria. The public hearing into criminality, political interference, and corruption in the criminal justice system is set for Wednesday at 10 am, with the following sessions starting at 9:30 am. […]
# Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela says protests should be a last resort. Briefing the media on the readiness for the 2026 academic year, Manamela said conflict resolution structures are being strengthened across universities, TVET and community colleges. He added the goal is to protect campus property, maintain a safe learning environment, […]
# A new NSFAS war room has been established to resolve disputes and ensure stability in next year’s academic year. Higher Education and Training minister Buti Manamela told the media the war room brings together university, TVET, and community college leaders, student representatives, and quality councils to resolve disputes quickly and prevent disruptions. Manamela said […]
# Higher Education and Training minister Buti Manamela says the National Student Financial Aid Scheme applications for next year’s academic year will open tomorrow with a new simplified digital system. Manamela told the media the platform is designed to expedite approvals and minimise errors, making it easier for students to apply online. He added the […]
# The Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela says the post-school education system is ready for a smooth start to next year’s academic year. Briefing the media on the readiness for the 2026 academic year, Manamela said universities, TVET colleges, and community colleges will open on schedule, accommodating more than 900-thousand students nationwide. […]
# The DA is calling for the resignation of Eastern Cape Social Development MEC, Bukiwe Fanta, after 70 children died from hunger this year. In a parliamentary reply, Fanta admitted her department distributed only nine food parcels across the province in the first three months of this year. The DA’s Marlene Ewers accused Fanta of […]
