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The Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, H.E. Mr Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile, has today, 20 March 2026, successfully concluded a bilateral meeting with H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan, at the Menlyn Maine Hotel in Pretoria, South Africa. Deputy President Mashatile is a Special Envoy of the …
Speech by Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa at the engagement session with Mayors of Metropolitan Municipalities in South Africa, Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre Programme Director,Honourable Ministers and Deputy Ministers,Esteemed Executive Mayors of Metropolitan Municipalities,Leadership of the South African Local Government Association,Directors-General and Deputy Directors-General, all senior officials across all government departmentsMECs Mamobolo & WilliamsIEC …
The South African municipal landscape is not collapsing in a single moment of crisis. It is eroding in slow motion. Hundreds of local councils operate as if the constitution demanded their existence but not their viability. They table unfunded budgets, default on debt, preside over the decay of water and electricity networks and survive largely …
Staff Writer ·20 Mar 2026 The latest data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) shows that petrol prices are now building for the single biggest jump in South Africa’s history, more than doubling the previous record. Until now, the biggest petrol price hike over a single month in South Africa was in July 2022, when …
Malcolm Libera ·20 Mar 2026 Batches of Citro-Soda Regular are being pulled from shelves across South Africa, adding to a growing list of product recalls this year. The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) confirmed the recall after a potential contamination risk was identified at the Adcock Ingram manufacturing facility in Clayville, Johannesburg. The …
Staff Writer ·20 Mar 2026 The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) and the Fuels Industry Association of South Africa have urged motorists not to panic-buy amid claims of fuel shortages in the country. The department issued a statement on Friday (20 March), assuring South Africans that, contrary to claims being made on social …
20 March 2026 – The South African Football Association (SAFA) and Adidas launched the 2026/2027 away jersey for both Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana at a festive event held in Sandton, Johannesburg, on Friday. Fans descended on the Adidas Sandton store in numbers to catch a first glimpse of the striking green jersey at the
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Corporations and high-net-worth investors are increasingly using stablecoins and blockchain rails to settle cross-border transactions, navigate dollar shortages, and streamline […]
The post INTERVIEW: Stablecoins Are Fueling Cross-Border Business in North Africa appeared first on Impact Newswire.
Friday, 13 March 2026 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) reiterates its unwavering solidarity with the people of Cuba and supports the growing international call for the immediate and unconditional end to the decades-long economic blockade imposed by the United States. The recent boast by Donald Trump regarding the tightening and continuation of the embargo is […]
The 2025/26 1Day Cup heads into the final round this weekend, with the last remaining qualification spot and final venue still to be decided.
The post 1DAY CUP FINAL ROUND AWAITS TOP DIVISION PLAYOFF RACE first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
The Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition concluded its oversight visit to the Eastern Cape province's industrial zones, that contribute to industrial growth and job creation.
On Thursday, 19 and Friday, 20 March 2026, the committee visited the East London Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), as well as the Mercedes Benz South Africa plant in East London.
The visit forms part of Parliament's broader focus on the strengthening of South Africa's manufacturing sector to ensure that industrial development spreads beyond major economic centres.
The committee has welcomed progress made at the IDZ, particularly the work of its Science and Technology Park in fostering innovation, incubating entrepreneurs, particularly small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) and developing much-needed skills in the Eastern Cape such as those required in the digital economy and renewable energy sector. The committee noted the IDZ's efforts to create youth training, entrepreneurial and employment opportunities.
The Eastern Cape remains an important hub for South Africa's automotive industry. As part of its two-day visit in East London, the committee engaged stakeholders in the automotive industry, namely Mercedes Benz South Africa, Ebor and Voestalpine. Collectively, the industry has made a significant contribution to component localisation, skills development, job creation, and community development.
Industry raised concerns regarding the need for reliable and affordable electricity and water provision, efficiency and reliability of transport logistics, and policy reform to secure favourable tariffs with the United States and ensure stability in the incentives underpinning the Automotive Production and Development Programme. These factors would assist the industry to remain sustainable and continue to benefit the broader community.
Stakeholders also required urgent policy certainty on electric vehicles. Without clear direction, they warned that manufacturers may delay or forego critical investments in new technologies, putting local production, jobs and export markets at risk.
“The committee will engage relevant stakeholders to address some of the key challenges facing the automotive industry and other businesses in the Eastern Cape,” said the Chairperson of the committee, Mr Mzwandile Masina.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of South Africa: The Parliament.
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) notes the explosive resignation of Joseph Kent, Director of the United States of America (US) National Counterterrorism Center. This letter is a damning confirmation of what progressive forces across the world, including the EFF, have consistently asserted: that the current war against Iran is illegal, unjustified, […]
For preschool children, play is how they learn skills for “big school” and for life. The upcoming holidays are a perfect time for parents to help nurture learning with games that are fun and definitely feel like play. What’s more, they’re a great way for parents to spend time with their kids. The best games …
Sudden request to change lawyers prompts magistrate to ask if it is a deliberate tactic to delay the case
Durban, South Africa – National counselling and support service Baby Line will conduct its next KwaZulu-Natal hospital outreach visit on 24 March 2026 bringing care, counselling support and encouragement to new mothers at Durban’s Victoria Mxenge Hospital. Baby Line is an online and telephone counselling and support service for vulnerable mothers in crisis. In addition …
Friday, 20 March 2026: The generation fleet continues to demonstrate sustained improvements, strengthening grid stability and delivering strong and steady performance, thereby extending South Africa’s record stretch of reliable electricity supply. These gains, enabled by the Generation Recovery Plan, are contributing to long-term energy security and helping sustain an uninterrupted supply, an essential foundation for...
The Disciplinary process related to Harri Morris Red Card in the rescheduled Vodacom United Rugby Championship Round 2 game against Ulster Rugby on Friday, March 13 has resulted in a five game suspension. After an act of foul play by Edinburgh Rugby player No 16 (Harri Morris), referee Federico Vedovelli showed the Player a Yellow …
Statement by Mlondi Mdluli, MP – DA Deputy Spokesperson on Trade, Industry and Competition: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the decision by the Competition Commission of South Africa to refer its findings of price fixing in the number plate industry to the Competition Tribunal for a final order. The firms involved, which manufacture blank number …
Statement by Solly Msimanga MPL – DA Gauteng Leader: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has announced Khathutshelo Rasilingwane MPL as our Mayoral Candidate for Ekurhuleni. Ekurhuleni is at the heart of logistics and production in Gauteng – this great City can work, and should work, and we believe that Khathu is the person to get it …
Wednesday, 18 March 2026. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the unjust decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to strip Senegal of a hard-fought victory and retrospectively award the AFCON 2025 to Morocco. This decision represents a dangerous overreach by CAF and a fundamental misapplication of its own […]
A place in the final of the Pick n Pay Women’s Super League 1 will be at stake in Wellington on Saturday when the Sanlam Boland Dames host DHL Western Province in round six of the tournament, the penultimate round of the provincial showpiece. The Western Cape neighbours are the only two sides still in …
The Springbok Women’s Sevens are ready for their five clashes at Estadio Charrua in Montevideo this weekend and according to Nadine Roos, they are determined to get the job done of qualifying for the HSBC SVNS World Championship sooner rather than later. Roos will captain the team in Uruguay where they will face Spain, China, …
Etienne van Zyl, NSRI Durban station commander, said: On Monday, 16 March, NSRI Durban duty controllers were alerted by a ship’s agent to a bulk cargo motor vessel requesting a medical evacuation scheduled for approximately 05h30 on Wednesday morning of a 32 year old male, from the Philippines, suffering an Injury sustained onboard the vessel. …
Rawsonville, Western Cape, South Africa – Shawn Tree Felling, a Cape Town-based tree removal and arborist service provider, has announced the expansion of its operations into Rawsonville and the surrounding Breede River Valley areas. The company has deployed a dedicated local team to serve Rawsonville, Slanghoek, Worcester and nearby communities, enabling faster turnaround times and …