# Build One South Africa has urged Finance minister Enoch Godongwana to focus on economic growth and job creation in tomorrow’s budget speech. The party has identified 76-billion-rand in spending cuts, including reducing state-owned enterprises bailouts, trimming the cabinet, and scrapping VIP protection for politicians. They warn against new taxes and call for more investment […]
# The DA in Limpopo is calling for all Great North Transport buses to undergo immediate roadworthy tests and unsafe ones impounded. This follows yet another accident near Monsterlus in Sekhukhune yesterday, where a GNT bus overturned, endangering 80 passengers. The DA’s Jacques Smalle has accused the provincial government of ignoring repeated warnings about the […]
# The GOOD Party says attempts to table this year’s budget have turned into a political farce, with the ANC and DA failing to address poverty and inequality effectively. The party argues that the ANC’s push for social spending is undermined by a VAT hike that harms the poor, while the DA’s focus on cutting […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to appear before the National Assembly today to answer six key questions related to national and international issues. These include the government’s efforts to strengthen ties with the United States, address inequality, and update on the ceasefire process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Meanwhile, the National Council of […]
# The Warriors have been disqualified from the 1-Day Cup playoffs for failing to meet Cricket South Africa’s quota requirements. They failed to field three black African players in a game last month and did not inform the authorities. As a result, the Dolphins will take their place in the playoffs. The Warriors were set […]
# The South African National Taxi Council urges Finance minister Enoch Godongwana to include taxis in public transport subsidies in tomorrow’s budget speech, as they carry millions daily. According to the council, rail transport receives 56-percent of funding, buses 43-percent, and taxis only one-percent. Santaco’s Rebecca Phala warns that massive backlogs in issuing operating licences, […]
# The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse has uncovered widespread corruption in South Africa’s vehicle roadworthiness testing system. Their investigation revealed that some vehicle testing stations issue roadworthy certificates without performing physical inspections, often in exchange for bribes. The organisation’s findings highlight the risks to public safety, as unroadworthy cars contribute to fatal accidents. OUTA’s Rudie […]
# The National Shelter Movement of South Africa says a potential two-percent VAT increase could have severe consequences for shelters supporting victims of gender-based violence. With rising costs and inconsistent funding, shelters may be forced to reduce services or turn away those in need. The movement’s coordinator Anisa Moosa fears that the proposed VAT hike […]
# ActionSA says Tshwane’s coalition government is making progress in addressing long-standing service delivery backlogs. Following a recent tour of previously neglected areas, the party noted improvements like cleaning up sewage spills, removing illegal dumping, and fixing water leaks. ActionSA’s Michael Beaumont commended mayor Nasiphi Moya and her team for their continued work in revitalising […]
