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Statement by Haseena Ismail MP – DA Spokesperson on Tourism: The DA has written to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee requesting that the Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, and South African Tourism (SAT) urgently appear before Parliament to account for the ongoing governance collapse at the entity. The continued withholding of TOMSA Levy …
Statement by Michele Clarke MP – DA Spokesperson on Health: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motshoaledi, regarding the placement of two contracted pharmaceutical suppliers, Barrs and Innovata, into business rescue in December, and their subsequent inability to meet critical medicine supply obligations to the Department of Health. …
The GOOD Party is calling for urgent accountability as the gap between government “frameworks” and the bloody reality on the streets of Cape Town continues to widen.
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Statement by Mzamo Billy MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has formally written to the Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) Select Committee on Security and Justice, Jane Mananiso, demanding that the Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia, be urgently summoned to account for the failure to …
Jonathan Britton, NSRI Wilderness station commander, said: At 21h43, Wednesday, 21 January, NSRI Wilderness duty crew were activated following reports to the NSRI Wilderness duty phone from an eyewitness raising the alarm for a fisherman suspected to be in distress at Swartvlei Beach, Sedgefield. Off-duty NSRI lifeguards, who were in the area at the time …
Statement by Chris Hattingh MP – DA Spokesperson on Defence & Military Veterans: The reports that divisions of Denel may be unable to pay salaries this month are deeply alarming, but sadly not surprising. This is the predictable outcome of years of failed governance, collapsed accountability, and the unresolved legacy of state capture. Denel was …
Two uncapped players and the return of their most experienced squad member highlight the travelling group of 14 players named by the Springbok Sevens head coach Philip Snyman for next weekend’s HSBC SVNS Singapore. Luan Giliomee and Ronaldo Young could earn first caps in the Singapore National Stadium, while Sebastiaan Jobb is back in the …
Statement by Yusuf Cassim MPL – DA Shadow MEC for Community Safety: The Democratic Alliance condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the brutal murder of a three-year-old child in Sulenkama, near Qumbu. This horrific crime, where the child was allegedly beaten to death by his stepfather, before his body was dumped in a plastic bucket …
Given the amount of time he has spent on the sidelines over the past few years, Jacob Beetham is just happy to be out on the field – whatever the number on his jersey. The 24-year-old’s versatility has been fully utilised by Cardiff Rugby this season as he has figured at full-back, wing and both …
Nissan and Chery SA have reached agreement on the acquisition of Nissan’s manufacturing assets in Rosslyn, South Africa. Subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions, including regulatory approvals, Chery SA will purchase the land, buildings and associated assets of the Nissan facilities, including of its nearby stamping plant, in mid-2026. The agreement will see the …
25 January 2026By Staff Writer These are the preliminary recorded rainfall figures for the 24-hour period ending at 8am on Sunday 25 January 2026, according to the SA Weather Service and readings that we get from other sources. The total recorded rainfall for December 2025 across South Africa is available by clicking here. Recorded rainfall …
Everyone yawns; it’s a normal reflex that cools the brain and boosts alertness. But if you’re yawning too often or at unusual times, your body may be signalling that something is off. While yawning is usually linked to tiredness or boredom, frequent yawning can sometimes point to underlying issues such as stress, medication side effects, …
Statement by Chris Hattingh MP – DA Spokesperson on Defence & Military Veterans: President Ramaphosa’s admission on Wednesday that the process for Exercise Will for Peace 2026 was flawed makes this a chain-of-command failure, not merely an operational issue. On the facts now clear, accountability demands decisive presidential action and full public disclosure of how …
The Springboks will return to the USA for only the third time this millennium when the 2026 edition of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry – the touring series between the Boks and the All Blacks held every four years – concludes with the historic fourth and final Test in Baltimore, Maryland. Rugby’s most iconic international rivalry is …
Against this backdrop, the African Union’s (AU) ongoing engagement with the G20 opens up pathways for deeper collaboration on issues of mutual interest, such as sustainable infrastructure development, digital transformation, and a financial architecture that supports long-term growth. These are conversations that benefit greatly from African perspectives and experiences. More holistically, this moment presents opportunities that must not be …
As South Africa prepares for Water Month taking place in March, the national conversation rightly focuses on water security, infrastructure resilience and service delivery. Yet too often, attention is directed at what we can see, for example dams, treatment works and reservoirs, while overlooking the most critical component of the system: the hidden network of …
Malcolm Libera ·25 Jan 2026 A financial adviser at Alexforbes, Zander Loots, has provided ways for South Africans to reduce the tax they have to fork over to SARS. Speaking in an interview with Classic Business, Loots said that the last two months of this year are a narrow window before the financial year closes, …
Rising urban density and smaller living spaces are reshaping how people garden and care for their outdoor areas. Battery-powered garden tools, once considered a niche alternative to corded and petrol models, are increasingly seen as a practical and accessible choice for smaller gardens. According to Timothy Isabirye, Marketing Manager at Husqvarna South Africa, many first-time …
When households in South Africa come under financial pressure, the first thing they cut back on is video entertainment, according to the latest Old Mutual Savings and Investment Monitor. Old Mutual found that the top financial priorities among working South Africans remain income and job security, followed by cutting expenses and managing debt. Although cost-cutting …
As we move into the new year, we do so with optimism and energy to deliver impact through Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Legislation. 2025 has seen a number of debates surrounding B-BBEE Legislation, some positive, some negative. It has been a year where B-BBEE Legislation has come under spotlight in various ways. The year …
A planned smart city in Stellenbosch is already taking shape, with a major industrial customer opening a new warehouse and offices at the project, while bulk infrastructure work is underway. Plans for The Bridge at Stellenbosch were first announced in late 2024. It is backed by the Stellenbosch Municipality and the Western Cape’s tourism trade …
Why Spotless Whites Will Remain Hospitality’s Gold Standard in 2026 From crisp hotel bed linen to spotless tablecloths and fluffy towels, white has become the universal language of hospitality. It’s such a familiar sight that most guests scarcely notice it. Yet, behind white linen and towels lies centuries of history, symbolism and operational intent. How …
With the foot-and-mouth disease epidemic wreaking havoc on livestock marketing, it is crucial to protect areas that are still free of the disease. This can be achieved by ensuring that infected animals are not transported – something for which the legal framework exists, but the capacity to enforce it is lacking. Foot-and-mouth disease is a […]
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Government appeals ruling that R370 grant regulations are unconstitutional and unlawful