1 hour ago KZN SOPA highlights unemployment, poverty and service delivery

The provincial government has set a target of securing investments worth R4-billion in 2025/26.

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2 h. ago Limpopo spaza shop owners warned against operating without papers

As from today all unlicensed spaza shops will be expected to close down their businesses.

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3 h. ago Gauteng motorists urged to exercise caution amid rainy weather

EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi says the roads are wet and this could lead to serious collisions.

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7 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

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15 h. ago No extension will be granted for spaza shop registrations: Hlabisa

Today is the deadline for the registration of spaza shop businesses.

Politics

25 h. ago Morocco Unveils $2.9B Rail Revolution Ahead of 2030 World Cup

The Moroccan National Railways Office (ONCF) has announced a deal to purchase 168 trains, worth $2.9 billion, from leading firms in France, Spain, and South Korea. This move is part of the country’s ambitious plan to expand both high-speed and urban rail networks ahead of the FIFA World Cup in 2030, which Morocco will co-host… Read More »Morocco Unveils $2.9B Rail Revolution Ahead of 2030 World Cup The post Morocco Unveils $2.9B Rail Revolution Ahead of 2030 World Cup first appeared on iAfrica.

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25 h. ago From Hydropower to Solar: Africa’s Clean Energy Drive Gains Momentum

A new report by the African Energy Chamber reveals that Africa’s share of renewables in its power generation mix is projected to rise from 27% today to over 40% by 2030. The report highlights that geothermal and hydropower energy are already powering East and West Africa, offering cleaner alternatives compared to the fossil fuel-heavy north… Read More »From Hydropower to Solar: Africa’s Clean Energy Drive Gains Momentum The post From Hydropower to Solar: Africa’s Clean Energy Drive Gains Momentum first appeared on iAfrica.

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27 h. ago Improvement in maize production expected due to excellent rains

Analysts expect an improvement in maize production due to excellent rains.

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34 h. ago Displaced residents plead for assistance to find missing relatives

An elderly woman went missing when floods destroyed a township in KZN.

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36 h. ago SARS Commissioner Urges G20: ‘Build Collection Capacity Before Hiking Taxes

South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner Edward Kieswetter has advised G20 finance ministers that bolstering tax collection capacity is a far more effective path to increased revenue than simply raising tax rates. His comments came during a panel discussion held on Wednesday, on the sidelines of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ meeting… Read More »SARS Commissioner Urges G20: ‘Build Collection Capacity Before Hiking Taxes The post SARS Commissioner Urges G20: ‘Build Collection Capacity Before Hiking Taxes first appeared on iAfrica.

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36 h. ago LIVE | AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini addresses KZN Legislature

AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini addresses the KZN Legislature.

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36 h. ago ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted

African National Congress (ANC) communications head Nkenke Kekana has condemned a group of Afrikaners who have been touring the globe to raise claims of racial discrimination in South Africa, describing their actions as both disingenuous and shortsighted. In an opinion piece published on ewn.co.za, Kekana asserts that Afrikaners are an ethnic group deeply rooted in… Read More »ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted The post ANC’s Kekana Labels Afrikaners’ Global ‘Victimhood Tour’ as ‘Disingenuous and Shortsighted first appeared on iAfrica.

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36 h. ago Western Cape Pushes Cape Town Airport Expansion Amid Record Tourism Numbers

The Western Cape government has highlighted the urgent need to expand Cape Town International Airport, following a surge in tourism that saw more than 160,000 international visitors arrive in December—marking a twelve-year high. Although the international terminal is managed by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), which is 74.6% government-owned, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde stressed… Read More »Western Cape Pushes Cape Town Airport Expansion Amid Record Tourism Numbers The post Western Cape Pushes Cape Town Airport Expansion Amid Record Tourism Numbers first appeared on iAfrica.

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36 h. ago Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail

The mother of former Miss South Africa finalist, Chidimma Adetshina, has been prohibited from applying for permanent residency in South Africa. Anabela Rungo, a Mozambican national, appeared in the Cape Town Magistrates Court on Wednesday, facing charges of identity fraud and violating the Immigration Act. She was granted bail set at R10,000 but must adhere… Read More »Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail The post Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail first appeared on iAfrica.

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37 h. ago Simelane sends team to find housing solutions for KZN flood victims

To speed up the process of assisting the flood-affected households in KZN

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49 h. ago No complaints from UK firms about SA’s expropriation bill: Reeves

Reeves says no British businesses complained to her about SA's recently signed Expropriation bill.

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53 h. ago 40% of Northern Cape Spaza shops registered before deadline: MEC

Businesses have been warned that there will be no extension to the looming deadline

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58 h. ago KZN man released on parole slapped with life sentence for rape

The man raped the 14-year-old girl repeatedly between October 2022 and October 2023.

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58 h. ago Businesses, homes destroyed after heavy rains hit KZN south coast

KZN residents left distraught as they clean their homes, businesses after heavy rains hit.

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62 h. ago Three bodies recovered after Durban flooding, search continues

EMS recovers three bodies washed away in Lamontville, Durban, following heavy overnight rains.

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