14 h. ago Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU

African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has accused the Democratic Alliance (DA) of using the controversial 0.5% value-added tax (VAT) increase as a tool for political grandstanding. The VAT proposal has become a major sticking point between the two parties, after the DA refused to support the adoption of the fiscal framework in Parliament… Read More »Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU The post Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU first appeared on iAfrica.

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38 h. ago Minister says school pit latrines will be mostly eradicated by June

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube stated that all pit latrines will be eliminated by June.

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44 h. ago One lane of the N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass reopened after truck crash

One person died in the crash at the foot of the Pass KZN.

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46 h. ago W Cape High Court reviews Van Rhyn’s confession amid torture claims

The court continues viewing video of Van Rhyn's confession amid torture claims in Joshlin Smith case

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47 h. ago Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy

Guinea’s military junta has announced September 21, 2025, as the date for a long-awaited constitutional referendum—a key step toward restoring democratic rule in the West African country. The referendum will determine the adoption of a new constitution to replace the military charter currently governing the country. Initially, junta leader Col. Mamadi Doumbouya pledged to begin… Read More »Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy The post Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy first appeared on iAfrica.

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61 h. ago “Accused number two Steveno Van Rhyn gave confession willingly”

Colonel Edward Clark was tasked with taking the confession from Van Rhyn.

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62 h. ago Officer in insurance murder case wants bail denied to accused

Mabunda says Florah Shokane has been interfering with witnesses since her arrest

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66 h. ago How can you implement a budget that you don’t believe in: DA’s Aucamp

DA FedEx will be holding meetings over the next two-days to discuss the party's GNU future

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66 h. ago Tariffs will harm US even without European response: Germany’s Scholz

 German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says Trump's tariffs are an attack on the trade system.

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2 d. ago Tensions remain high in South Sudan following Machar’s house arrest

Riek Machar is accused of being behind clashes between government forces and the White Army

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3 d. ago Omotoso acquittal a complete humiliation for NPA: Gender activist

Omotoso and his co-accused faced 32 charges including rape, human trafficking and racketeering.

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3 d. ago Five suspected CIT robbers killed in shootout with police in Durban

The shootout comes after a gang robbed a cash van during peak hour traffic.

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3 d. ago Response to Trump’s tariffs will happen at appropriate moment: EU

The EU says they will respond to Donald Trump's tariffs at appropriate moment.

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4 d. ago Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth

Tony Elumelu, a Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist, has been appointed to the IMF’s newly established Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth. Joining global figures like Marc Benioff, Salesforce CEO, and Reema Al-Saud, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the US, Elumelu will help shape policies that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable private sector-led growth. The council, created… Read More »Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth The post Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign

Sophie Chandauka, chair of Sentebale, the African charity co-founded by Prince Harry, has accused the Duke of orchestrating a bullying campaign to oust her. In an interview, she claimed Harry’s Netflix commitments disrupted a fundraising effort for the charity and that the behavior of Harry’s wife, Meghan, at the same event created tension between herself… Read More »Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign The post Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Finance Committee report recommends VAT, Tax hike alternatives

The committee report will be tabled in the National Assembly on Wednesday.

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4 d. ago South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced substantial reductions in fuel prices effective from midnight tonight. Petrol 93 (ULP & LRP) will drop by 58 cents per litre, while petrol 95 (ULP & LRP) will decrease by 72 cents per litre. Diesel users will also benefit, with diesel (0.05% sulphur) dropping by 83.80… Read More »South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight The post South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part

One of Cape Town’s most beloved fundraising events will once again take place on Table Mountain in May. The Cableway Charity Challenge 2025 is scheduled for Saturday 10 May 2025, and hosts and organisers, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (TMACC), calls you to be a part of the action by cheering on participants, pledging your support… Read More »Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part The post Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Enyobeni Tavern owner denies responsibility in Scenery Park incident

Ndevu has been accused of failing to ensure the safety of patrons on the day of the tragedy

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4 d. ago Truck hijacking case postponed to May for further investigations

Police spokesperson Stephen Thakeng says the accused have been granted bail.

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