# Business Leadership South Africa says South Africa’s economy has become more resilient to global shocks because of improved fiscal discipline, economic reforms and a stronger financial sector. In her weekly newsletter, the organisation’s CEO, Busisiwe Mavuso, said the country’s stable currency during the recent conflict between Israel and Iran shows the benefits of these […]
# The Bureau for Economic Research says the government should introduce a bank-style curatorship system for failing municipalities to improve service delivery and financial management. The bureau argues, unlike failing banks, municipalities are often hampered by complex laws and political interference, delaying effective intervention. It believes giving the National Treasury the power to appoint professional […]
# The City of Cape Town says a recent incident involving an infant found in the care of an intoxicated father highlights the harmful effects of alcohol abuse. On Sunday night, law enforcement officers rescued the child during a traffic stop in Delft and handed the infant over to social workers. Mayoral committee member for […]
# Public Works and Infrastructure minister Dean Macpherson has ordered an investigation into more than six-thousand-200 state-owned homes occupied by government officials. Macpherson has also requested a plan to identify properties that are no longer needed and could be sold, redeveloped or removed from the state’s portfolio. He says selling unnecessary properties will reduce costs […]
# The DA in the Western Cape says the fatal shootings that claimed four lives in Lwandle over the weekend highlight the urgent need for a permanent police station and a permanent provincial police commissioner. The party’s Benedicta van Minnen says the community remains under-resourced, with policing services operating from a former RDP house instead […]
# The DA has introduced the Pension Protection Bill to end political appointments at the Public Investment Corporation. The party’s Mark Burke says the proposed law would replace political appointments with an independent, merit-based selection process and bar current or recent politicians from serving on the PIC board. Burke added the reforms are aimed at […]
# The Neurological Association of South Africa urges the public to recognise the warning signs of stroke and seek immediate medical help, ahead of World Brain Day on Wednesday. The association warns that an estimated two-million brain cells can be lost every minute during a stroke. The organisation’s Patty Francis says South Africa faces a […]
# As South Africa marks national savings month, FNB is urging consumers to make saving a priority despite growing financial pressure on households. The bank says many South Africans are struggling to build savings, with its data showing a decline in net savings over the past year. The bank’s Carin Meyer encourages consumers to adopt […]
# Rise Mzansi has called for urgent intervention after workers at several Pikitup depots in Johannesburg reportedly downed tools over the employment status of casual workers. The party accuses the waste company’s management of failing to honour agreements and maintain safe staffing levels. Rise Mzansi’s Mabine Seabe has urged management to engage workers in good […]
