# Union federation Cosatu says the lack of a strong stimulus package and the cut to the presidential employment programme are weakening efforts to fight unemployment. The federation states while there is funding for some public services and infrastructure, it’s not enough to boost jobs or support recovery. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks argues the government has […]
# Suspended Sedibeng deputy district police commissioner Abraham Nkhwashu has denied allegations that he interfered in the bail proceedings of police officer Michael Pule Tau. Testifying before the Madlanga commission in Pretoria, Nkhwashu said he was approached by suspected crime cartel boss Katiso “KT” Molefe, who allegedly tried to persuade him to help secure bail […]
# The DA in Tshwane is calling for the EFF to be held accountable over allegations of tender rigging in the metro. This follows claims made at the Madlanga commission and WhatsApp messages suggesting possible political interference in a security tender linked to EFF leader Julius Malema. The DA’s Cilliers Brink says the EFF cannot […]
# The Motor Industry Staff Association urges motorists to avoid escalating confrontations on the roads, as moments of anger behind the wheel can have devastating and irreversible consequences. The plea follows the fatal road rage incident in Emmarentia in Johannesburg on Sunday. The association’s Phakamile Hlubi-Majola calls for calm, restraint and greater emotional control among […]
# Standard Bank says South Africa could face higher inflation in the coming months due to a fuel price shock linked to global tensions. The bank’s Elna Moolman warns recent increases in fuel prices have not yet been fully reflected in the March inflation data, meaning the impact is likely to be seen in April’s […]
# The Senqu Bridge in Lesotho has been officially inaugurated as part of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project phase two. Today’s ceremony was attended by King Letsie, president Cyril Ramaphosa and Lesotho prime minister Sam Matekane. The longest 825-metre bridge will keep road access open for communities in Mokhotlong as the Polihali reservoir fills. Built […]
# Standard Bank says South Africa’s interest rate outlook will largely depend on global oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly the impact of the Iran conflict. Economist Elna Moolman says while inflation rose slightly to 3.1-percent in March, it remains close to the South African Reserve Bank’s new three-percent target. According to Moolman, if […]
# Eskom says it does not expect load-shedding this winter, citing improved power system stability and a more reliable generation fleet. The utility projects a stable electricity supply from this month to August, supported by reduced breakdowns, increased maintenance and a surplus in peak capacity. Eskom’s Daphne Mokwena says ongoing reforms and cost savings have […]
# Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen says two million doses of the foot and mouth disease vaccine has arrived in South Africa, with distribution to provinces set to begin soon. He says this is part of a wider effort to contain the outbreak and regain disease-free status to reopen red meat export markets. Additional vaccine […]
