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Junior Springbok coach Kevin Foote and captain Riley Norton credited their hard work and defence after the South Africans beat Argentina in Viadana on Monday night to book their place in Saturday’s World Rugby U20 Championship final against New Zealand. The Junior Boks scored six tries to three in their 48-24 semi-final victory – four …
The Ekurhuleni Metro is ill-treating indigent residents by charging them higher rates once they exceed the maximum 50 units of free electricity. For years, the Metro has promised to support indigent residents by offering them special tariffs. The facts, however, tell a different story: Monthly Electricity Consumption Indigents Ordinary Consumers Consumption Block: 0 – 50 […]
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Firoz Cachalia is a Professor of Law at Wits and director of the Mandela Institute, from which he retires later this year. A globally regarded scholar, his expertise spans constitutional law and many other areas of specialisation. Fourteen months ago, 67-year-old Professor Firoz Cachalia handed to President Cyril Ramaphosa a thumping report from the National …
Download PDF Table Mountain: This iconic flat-topped mountain is home to unique flora and fauna, including the Table Mountain National Park, which is a biodiversity hotspot. Read More at the Source
We are acting to safeguard the integrity and effectiveness of our police service Dear Fellow South African, Just over a week ago, SAPS KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lt Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi held a media briefing at which he made serious allegations that the Minister of Police and other individuals had colluded to interfere with police investigations. …
Justin Yarrow and his team have created a series of cartoons they hope will inspire the next generation of scientists
South Africa expressed confidence that it can get finance ministers and central bank governors from the Group of 20 nations to agree on a communique for the first time since it assumed the leadership of the bloc, despite differences between the US and its other members. Discussions in the lead-up to a meeting at the …
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has reassured beneficiaries of social grants that no payments have been suspended or halted due to the ongoing social grant review process. Addressing the media on the current social grant review process on Monday, SASSA CEO, Themba Matlou, emphasised that all valid approved grants remain valid, and payments …
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has promised to extend operating hours and employ more staff as thousands of grant beneficiaries are called in for in-person reviews. Archive photo: Marecia Damons SASSA will extend office hours and hire more staff to manage long queues as thousands of grant beneficiaries undergo in-person reviews. About 210,000 …
Mandatory national service in Ghana has helped national cohesion.
The mother of 11-year-old Jayden-Leek Meek has been charged with his murder. Tiffany Nicole Meek was arrested on Friday. The case has been postponed to Friday, following her first appearance at the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court in western Johannesburg. The boy was reported missing by his mother on Tuesday, May 12th, and he was found the next …
Staff Writer ·14 Jul 2025 The Department of Employment and Labour has warned businesses to obey the country’s new Employment Equity laws and prepare their plans for 1 September 2025. The department has just concluded a spate of national Employment Equity workshops this month where it tried to educate employers and employees on the mechanics …
14 July 2025 – Banyana Banyana cruised past Mali in their final Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) group match as the African champions stepped up a gear at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco, on Monday night. Coach Dr Desiree Ellis’ charges beat the West Africans 4-0 in a comfortable display that will have
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Naamsa CEO Mikel Mabasa South African motoring industry lobby body Naamsa has warned that US President Donald Trump’s plan to impose unilateral 30% tariffs on South Africa from 1 August could decimate the local vehicle manufacturing export industry. “This escalation in trade tensions poses a serious threat to one of South Africa’s most globally integrated …
Court applicants say the LHDA has failed to compensate them adequately after they were displaced
After they were frustrated by Tanzania, Banyana are back in action hoping to conclude group games on a high. Article continues below South Africa and Mali clash in their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Group C’s final game at Honneur Stadium on Monday. This is a crucial game, as the winner will top …
The Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements has received updates from the Department of Human Settlements, the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements, and the City of Johannesburg, City of Tshwane and City of Cape Town on various petitions the committee is considering and has highlighted mixed reactions to the reports. The committee remains of the view that all stakeholders must not rest on their laurels in bringing finality to the petitions.
SLOVO PARK INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS UPGRADING
The committee welcomed the progress made by both the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements and the City of Johannesburg, including the completion of the electrification of households. Also, the committee welcomed the appointment of Joburg Water for the installation of water and sewage infrastructure. The committee has highlighted that in the context of the history of the promises made to the residents of Slovo Park, the movement is welcomed, albeit long overdue.
The committee also welcomed the collaboration between the City of Johannesburg and the provincial department to achieve the medium and long-term interventions planned for the area. The committee has also urged all stakeholders to expedite procurement and other related processes to ensure the achievement of targets.
Also, the committee welcomed the assurance that community engagements and sharing of information with residents have been enhanced to ensure a free flow of information between the government and the people. “The issue of stakeholder engagement is critical to allay fears and eliminate any flare-up of protests. It is critical that as new developments arise and some impediments delay projects, people are informed,” said Mr Nocks Seabi, the Chairperson of the committee.
MAWIGA PETITION
Members of the committee were disappointed with the slow response to finding solutions to the petitioners' challenges. While the committee acknowledged that there is progress with sites identified and agreed to by two petitioners, the fact that the building of top structures will only commence next year is concerning. Despite this, the committee called for clear monitoring of the progress to ensure that timelines are adhered to, especially in the context of the length of time it has taken to get to this point.
The MAWIGA (Mabopane, Winterveld and Ga-Rankuwa petitioners) submitted a petition alleging maladministration against the City of Tshwane and North West Housing Corporation officials for illegally selling and transferring their properties without their consent.
The committee has called on the City of Tshwane and the Gauteng Provincial Government to expedite the processes to obtain the clearance certificate on the identified land for Mr Mere. The committee has mandated the city to provide regular progress reports on processes to obtain the clearance certificate.
With regards to the North West Provincial Government, the committee is concerned that the Rustenburg Municipality does not have the appetite to approve a house on the military veteran's quantum on the site identified because the site is on prime land. The committee has called on the department to heighten engagement to ensure that an alternative site is found and that Mr Kgasoe is engaged to ascertain that he agrees with the site.
Despite these challenges, the committee noted that commendable work has been done to resolve the petitions.
New Mandela Square (Western Cape)
The committee has welcomed commendable progress in achieving the project milestones promised to the committee. Despite this, the committee has called for mechanisms to ensure that the implementation of the projects is not hampered by inter-departmental dependencies, such as the procurement of private land and installation of bulk services.
The committee is cognisant that in most cases, projects are affected by delays from varying spheres of government and has called for proactive measures to ensure that this does not hamper progress.
The committee remains committed to receiving regular reports to ensure the resolution of the various petitions being considered by the committee.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of South Africa: The Parliament.
Brazil is a major producer of coffee, accounting for nearly 40% of global coffee production. Other major producers are Vietnam 17%, Colombia 8%, Indonesia 6% and Ethiopia 6%, amongst others. Brazil is also a major coffee exporter to the U.S. Consequently, the 50% tariffs that will take effect on August 1 will likely cause Americans …
Starting a new chapter in one’s career is often a journey into the unknown, a mix of excitement and anxiety. For a new trainee, the world of audit can feel like a towering mountain—intimidating and vast. But for those of us who stepped through the doors of RSM for the first time this year, the …
What Extreme Festival presented by Coca-Cola Round 5 PreviewWhere East London Grand Prix CircuitWhen Saturday 19 July 2025Community South Africa National Jonathan Mogotsi keen on another East London SupaCup double Volkswagen Motorsport heads to the iconic East London Grand Prix Circuit intent on Jonathan Mogotsi repeating his double victory there last year. Teammate Jason Loosemore …
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Staff Writer ·14 Jul 2025 With the looming turmoil of a 30% tariff on South Africa’s exports to the United States and heightened uncertainty, economists don’t expect an interest rate cut in July. However, with the current repo rate well above the neutral interest rate, Investec believes South Africa has room for three more interest …
This is the second court case brought against Minister Parks Tau for awarding the licence to Sizekhaya Holdings
Staff Writer ·14 Jul 2025 Key industries in South Africa are bracing for the implementation of a 30% tariff on exports to the United States, and many are planning for the worst-case scenario. US President Donald Trump announced last week that South Africa would be one of many other countries hit with higher tariffs, set …