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In an automotive market that is becoming more competitive every day, Hyundai Automotive South Africa has started 2026 with a confident performance that highlights the growing importance of value-driven customer experience. According to National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) January 2026 figures, Hyundai Automotive South Africa recorded 3,048 new vehicle sales, retaining …
Standard Bank Personal and Private Banking (PPB) is accelerating the evolution of its branch network in response to changing customer behaviour and declining cash usage in certain areas with more branches set to become cashless in 2026. In 2025, the bank repurposed some of its traditional branches as part of a deliberate shift towards a …
Strong sales momentum has driven an increase in parts stock, ensuring uninterrupted supply, faster turnaround times, and peace of mind for customers by keeping vehicles on the road and businesses operating without costly downtime. Just one year after entering the South African market, DFSK South Africa continues its upward climb, now supported by a growing …
Automechanika Johannesburg convened experts from South Africa’s automotive industry at its first CEO breakfast of 2026 at the South African German Chamber of Commerce, where speakers warned that the sector’s ability to compete and grow will hinge on tackling a deepening skills crisis, while responding decisively to rapid technological disruption. In his first official address …
The Vodacom Bulls and Hollywoodbets Sharks showed true grit in a thrilling round of Vodacom United Rugby Championship derbies on Saturday to walk away with crucial victories against the Lions and DHL Stormers, which not only proved that they could be finding their form at the right time, but it also gave them a handy …
Just four months after the completion of extensive repairs to the controversial Trust Bank Building in President Street, Vanderbijlpark, its ceilings caved in last week. Municipal workers stationed there are once again forced to find a safe workplace. The Trust Bank Building, which houses the Emfuleni Local Municipality’s Departments of Human Resources and Economic Planning, […]
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Scalabrini warns that adopting the First Safe Country Principle could erode refugee protection and disproportionately affect African asylum seekers
The blame for the prolonged and repeated power outages that have plunged thousands of residents in northern Alberton into total darkness for more than a week can be laid squarely on the shoulders of the incompetent ANC/EFF coalition government. This situation borders on the dereliction of the duty to provide basic services and is simply […]
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The Ekurhuleni Metro’s quarterly report for October to December 2025 paints a disturbing picture of squandering, misguided priorities and a metro that spends tax money without delivering services. The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) had warned during the budget process that constant tariff increases are unsustainable, because residents simply cannot afford them. The latest report […]
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During Thursday’s council meeting, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) did not support the proposal to create a deputy mayor position for Johannesburg. This proposal has nothing to do with the city’s actual challenges, but everything with the ANC’s internal power struggles. Johannesburg faces serious service delivery problems, decaying infrastructure and a growing financial crisis. […]
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Statement by Cllr Alex Christians – DA Johannesburg Speaker Designate: The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Johannesburg is appalled that the ANC-led coalition partners voted in favour of the creation of a Deputy Mayor position, while the City and its residents suffer under broken service delivery. This office, as per the DA’s own costing in 2016, …
Speech by Matthew Cook, GOOD National Chairperson & City of Johannesburg Councillor. Note to Editor: This speech was delivered during the City of Johannesburg Municipality Council Meeting
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Statement by Solly Msimanga MPL – DA Gauteng Leader: With less than a year to go before the next municipal election, the Democratic Alliance has reliably learnt of a plan by the EFF to try to use the DA as a pawn in its escalating conflict with the ANC and ActionSA in coalitions where they …
South Africa’s die-hard rugby fans will be glued to their seats on Saturday as the four domestic franchises go head-to-head in gripping local derbies in round 11 of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship, which could have a big impact on the teams’ log standings. The Lions will host the Vodacom Bulls in Johannesburg at 14h30 …
The GOOD Party welcomes the City of Johannesburg’s decision to make Council and Section 79 Committee documents publicly accessible via the City’s official website.
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Statement by Stephen Moore MP – DA Spokesperson on Water and Sanitation: The DA is seriously concerned that a single electricity trip in Rand Water’s Zuikerbosch Treatment Plant can destabilise the provision of water across Gauteng, threatening more than 10 million residents. While Gauteng municipalities have failed in maintaining their own water infrastructure, the fault …
The 2026 CSA National Club Championships unfolded over an exciting week from January 14 to January 18, showcasing the remarkable talent and determination of South Africa’s premier cricket clubs. With intense matches played across various venues, the tournament led to thrilling display of skill and strategy, ultimately leading to Bedfordview Cricket Club being crowned champions.
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The ongoing shortage of medicine and basic medical care at clinics in Boksburg is indicative of a systematic collapse of primary healthcare services in the Ekurhuleni Metro. Complaints received by the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) are not isolated incidents, but form part of an obvious pattern of poor management, negligence and a lack of […]
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The power outages that Benoni residents in the Ekurhuleni Metro have had to endure over the past four days are unacceptable and prove that the Metro is buckling under maladministration. Several residential areas had no power since 23 and 24 January, respectively, until supply was eventually restored on 27 January. Barely three hours later, residents […]
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There is no excuse for the staggering R117 million in water losses recorded by Mogale City Local Municipality (Krugersdorp, Magaliesburg, Muldersdrift) in the 2024/2025 financial year. This is so-called “non-revenue water”, which refers to water purchased by the Municipality that cannot be recovered or billed to residents. The Municipality attributes the loss to water theft, […]
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DEKRA Industrial RSA has announced the sale of its South African operations to Raysonics Investment (Pty) Ltd, a consortium of highly experienced South African NDT and industrial inspection professionals. This milestone transaction marks a pivotal new chapter for the company, as it transitions to local ownership rebranded as Raysonics Industrial. Raysonics is a name long …
Johannesburg – Hyundai Automotive South Africa officially opened its Hyundai Sandton City dealership in Sandton, Africa’s most influential business district. The company’s expansion is a clear statement of intent to dominate the automotive market in 2026 and beyond. “Opening Hyundai Sandton City is about more than adding another dealership to our network,” said Stanley Anderson, …
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) in Brakpan demands immediate and decisive action from the Ekurhuleni Metro Council to address the dangerous decay of the Stoffberg subway. The demand follows the umpteenth closure of the subway after storm water flooded it at the weekend. Even though the Metro Council has received many complaints and warnings, […]
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South African government debt as a share of GDP from 1994 to date South Africa’s government debt-to-GDP ratio has followed a distinct “U-shaped” trajectory since 1994, falling significantly in the first decade of democracy before rising sharply following the 2008 global financial crisis. Historical Debt-to-GDP Ratios (1994–2026) Year | Debt as % of GDP | …