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National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has hailed South Africa’s Constitution as the foundation of the country’s democratic success, while urging citizens and leaders to confront ongoing challenges and help shape a prosperous future for Africa. Delivering an address at a colloquium marking 30 years of South Africa’s Constitution in Parliament in Cape Town on Friday, …

Total tax paid R 197,232 Did you know your employer also pays tax on your salary? It costs the employer R 4 786 to pay you R 460 866. In other words, every time you spend R 10 of your hard-earned money, R 4.28 goes to the government. Real tax rate 42.4% So, with you and the employer …

South Africa needs a new generation of political leaders capable of dealing with a rapidly changing world. That’s according to Build One South Africa (BOSA) leader Mmusi Maimane, who spoke to 702 about leadership, youth disengagement and the future of politics in the country. Maimane said many political leaders were still trying to solve problems …

About the Role   This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional who thrives on precision, structure, and ownership of the general ledger function. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, supporting reporting processes, and maintaining compliance within a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.  The role requires a candidate who is …

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NOTE: PLEASE SUBMIT A 1-MINUTE VIDEO INTRODUCTION OF YOURSELF AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE Position: Sales Development Representative (Outbound) Salary: 16,600.00 (ZAR) – 23,000.00 (ZAR) per month + incentives Working Hours & Conditions: UK hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm (1-hour lunch); full-time (remote) Holidays: UK Holidays OVERVIEW: Outbound B2B calling expert/SDR is responsible for calling UK businesses and …

Besuthu Hlafa, an Economics Lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology, recently graduated with a doctorate degree from the University of Fort Hare. His research, An Economic analysis of the impact of education on health behaviours and health outcomes in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa, explores how education influences health. The newly graduated Dr …

South Africa recorded 546 fewer murders in the first three months of 2026 compared to the same period last year, with national murder figures dropping by 9.5%, Police Minister Firoz Cachalia revealed on Thursday during the release of the fourth quarter crime statistics in Pretoria. The latest crime statistics, covering January to March 2026, show …

Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas  ·22 May 2026 The latest crime statistics report reveals that there were 5,181 murders in South Africa from January to March 2026, averaging nearly 60 murders per day. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has released its official crime statistics for the fourth quarter of the 2025–2026 financial year, covering the period from …

South Africa’s decision to abstain from the vote on United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/80/L.65 is a reflection of our principled defence of the established global climate framework, rather than a departure from our climate commitments. Having actively participated in the proceedings and submitted comprehensive written and oral statements to the International Court of Justice …

  Speaking at a seminar hosted by the Centre for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution within the Faculty of Humanities, Yekelo argued that democracy must be understood not only through elections and constitutional rights, but through the everyday realities of inequality, exclusion and historical injustice that continue to shape South African society. The seminar, titled …

The Democratic Alliance calls on President Cyril Ramaphosa and Parliament to pass the DA’s SAPS Amendment Bill and commence with lifestyle audits of all SAPS leadership, following the release of the latest national crime statistics. After eight years of the Ramaphosa presidency, South Africa’s violent crime crisis has not been brought under control. The latest …

Malcolm Libera  ·22 May 2026 Thailand is cutting back visa-free access for tourists from 93 countries, including South Africa, as authorities crack down on foreign nationals accused of poor behaviour, crime, and abusing the country’s immigration system. The Thai government confirmed that the current 60-day visa exemption period will be reduced to 30 days for …

Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas  ·22 May 2026 South African motorists are approaching a significant divide in fuel price adjustments for June. Diesel drivers are expected to experience relief, while petrol users may see record prices. According to daily data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) on 21 May 2026, a decrease in international oil product prices over …

The Mercedes-Maybach SL680 Monogram Series has touched down in South Africa, offering the ultimate in Teutonic luxury. Based on the Mercedes-AMG SL63, it gives customers a more refined drop-top driving experience courtesy of a host of Maybach-specific modifications. These include a noise-optimised (read quieter) exhaust system, an extensive insulation and absorption package to better quell …

Government calls on all citizens and foreign nationals residing within the borders of South Africa to exercise respect and dignity in the use and display of the country’s national symbols. South Africa’s national symbols including the National Flag, Coat of Arms, National Anthem and other official emblems, carry deep historical, cultural and political significance. These …

By Staff WriterPublished: 21 May 2026 This forecast is for: Fri 22 May 2026The maps cover: Fri 22 May – Fri 22 May Warnings from the SA Weather Service from Friday: No impact warnings for now. Regional forecasts from the SA Weather Service for Friday: GAUTENGCloudy and cool. MPUMALANGAMorning fog patches over the escarpment and …

21 May 2026 – Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has announced a 32-member preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team will assemble in Johannesburg on Monday, 25 May 2026 and the camp will start with 24 players as the Mamelodi Sundowns players and the overseas-based contingent will still be out of the …

WHICH FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE WILMAR BURSARY COVER? Wilmar SA is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year. Bursaries will be awarded to students entering their final year of undergraduate degree studies, within the following fields: Accounting Agro-economics Econometrics Engineering Finance Human Resources Management International Trade Operations Management …

The international summer reaches its peak as the Proteas Men host arch-rivals England in amouthwatering Dafabet Test and Dafabet ODI series. The tour features some of the most iconic fixtures on the cricket calendar, including the Boxing Day Test at SuperSport Park and the New Year’s Test at the World Sports Betting Newlands Cricket Ground. …

Johannesburg mayoral candidate and former Cape Town mayor Helen Zille will spend her first 100 days bringing stability to the city’s finances. That’s the first order of business. After that, she aims to stabilise basic services such as water, electricity and – yes – potholes. There’s no quick fix for a city that is circling …

Advert – scroll down comments individually delivered to the Minister, so far No I do not support the regulations 1672 Yes I do 9 Not fully 32 The Department of Home Affairs has published proposed amendments to the Identification Regulations under Government Gazette No. 54610. This framework introduces a smartphone-based “Digital Identity Credential” housed inside a …

President Cyril Ramaphosa has strongly condemned acts of vigilantism following recent violent demonstrations against undocumented immigrants in South Africa and reiterated calls for continental dialogue on the drivers of migration. The President addressed the complexities of regional migration at the South Africa-Botswana Bi-National Commission held in Gaborone on Thursday. He emphasised that since 1994, South …