9 h. ago Concerns rise over Military budget ahead of Finance Minister’s speech

South Africa's military spending is among the lowest in its GDP category

Politics

32 h. ago Task team established to address water challenges: Ramathuba

Limpopo Premier  Dr Phophi Ramathuba has delivered the State of the Province Address.

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32 h. ago Cabinet to have a special meeting on Monday to finalize the budget

Cabinet and Treasury will have a special meeting on Monday, to finalize the country's budget.

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38 h. ago Nhlanhla Nene Warns Treasury: ‘We Can’t Spend Money We Don’t Have’ as Debt Soars

Former Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene has cautioned that the National Treasury faces tough decisions to rein in government spending as it prepares to reintroduce the 2025/26 budget to Parliament next month. He believes the option of borrowing more money is no longer viable, given the country’s mounting debt burden. Government’s initial plan to raise R58… Read More »Nhlanhla Nene Warns Treasury: ‘We Can’t Spend Money We Don’t Have’ as Debt Soars The post Nhlanhla Nene Warns Treasury: ‘We Can’t Spend Money We Don’t Have’ as Debt Soars first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

38 h. ago Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities

The Western Cape government plans to channel more than R18 billion into healthcare infrastructure over the next ten years, with a significant portion of this budget earmarked for the long-awaited Tygerberg Hospital modernization project. A public-private partnership, the initiative will replace the aging Tygerberg Hospital in Cape Town with two advanced healthcare facilities. Speaking during… Read More »Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities The post Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities first appeared on iAfrica.

Science

3 d. ago Kganyago warns VAT changes are economic shock amid budget delay

The Bank says it only reacts when the VAT increase leads to further price increases.

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3 d. ago SACP calls for urgent consultation on 2025 budget alternatives

The SACP also urged govt to allocate more resources to SARS and opposes a proposed VAT hike.

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4 d. ago Polokwane municipality says water shortage due to load shedding

Selala says water levels are low at Ebenezer scheme, Seshego dam, and Olifantsproot water plant

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4 d. ago N Cape to oversee water infrastructure spending for Sol Plaatje

The funds will be released in tranches for the next seven years.

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4 d. ago Ballet Academy in Lagos Gives Children Confidence and New Opportunities

In a rundown district of Lagos, Daniel Ajala has established a ballet school, Leap of Dance Academy, that provides local children with an opportunity to learn ballet, despite limited resources. Ajala, a self-taught dancer, aims to show that ballet is accessible to all, even in communities where the average income is low. The academy operates… Read More »Ballet Academy in Lagos Gives Children Confidence and New Opportunities The post Ballet Academy in Lagos Gives Children Confidence and New Opportunities first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Randfontein residents hope Lesufi’s SOPA will address problems

Residents have been struggling with uninterrupted water supply, electricity and other challenges.

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6 d. ago South Africa’s VAT Increase Proposal: Balancing Revenue and Economic Impact

Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, proposed raising the value-added tax (VAT) from 15% to 17% to address a significant budget deficit. This proposal led to a cabinet rift, resulting in the unprecedented postponement of the national budget presentation. Proponents argue that increasing VAT would generate essential revenue and is more efficient than other taxes. However, critics… Read More »South Africa’s VAT Increase Proposal: Balancing Revenue and Economic Impact The post South Africa’s VAT Increase Proposal: Balancing Revenue and Economic Impact first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Health Dept announces plan for HIV treatment amid US funding cut

One of the key goals is to provide eligible HIV patients with a six-month supply of ARV pills.

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6 d. ago Postbank registration points shortfall hinder WC SASSA switch

WC SASSA beneficiaries struggle with Postbank card migration due to limited service points.

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7 d. ago Search and Rescue underway in Klerksdorp after pedestrians swept away

Search and Rescue mission is underway in Klerksdorp after pedestrians were swept away by flood water

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7 d. ago USAID freeze sows disruption in HIV, malaria product supply chains

Freezing the aid has caused delays in shipments of HIV and malaria medication to countries in need.

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7 d. ago eThekwini Metro implements water rationing due to high demand

A water rationing schedule will be made available for residents.

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7 d. ago Economists Challenge Proposed 2% VAT Hike, Urge Alternatives in SA Budget Debate

South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has drawn criticism for proposing a 2% increase in Value Added Tax (VAT)—from 15% to 17%—as a way to bolster the country’s R60 billion budget surplus. According to economist Patrick Bond, this approach reflects a long-standing insensitivity from the National Treasury, which he says dates back to the apartheid… Read More »Economists Challenge Proposed 2% VAT Hike, Urge Alternatives in SA Budget Debate The post Economists Challenge Proposed 2% VAT Hike, Urge Alternatives in SA Budget Debate first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

8 d. ago Even mature democracies have budget hiccups: President Ramaphosa

The Budget Policy Statement has been rescheduled to March 12

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8 d. ago Tshwane shuts Bronkhorstspruit Water Plant over quality issues

The shutdown was due to a decline in water quality from the recent heavy rainfall.

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