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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25 h. ago Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access

The African Development Bank (AfDB) is partnering with Germany to accelerate energy access and bolster private sector growth across Africa. Announced at a high-level meeting in Abidjan, the partnership will expand support for Mission 300, a project aiming to deliver electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030, and increase financing for private sector-led development in… Read More »Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access The post Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access first appeared on iAfrica.

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28 h. ago ‘Almost all G20 governors represented at Finance Track meeting’

Ministers Lesetja Kganyago and Enoch Godongwana briefed the media on the outcome of the meeting.

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29 h. ago Team SA make their way to the Special Olympics World Winter Games

This will be the 12th edition of the Special Olympics World Winter Games.

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30 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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35 h. ago LIVE | Minister Ntshavheni briefs media on Cabinet meeting outcomes

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefs the media on the Cabinet meeting outcomes.

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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 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.

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36 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.

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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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36 h. ago Ramaphosa Demands Urgent Reset on Africa’s Debt Woes at G20 Summit

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for a fresh approach to tackle Africa’s persistent debt crisis, warning that half of African nations pay more to service their debt than they do on healthcare, education, and other key development priorities. Addressing the opening of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ meeting in Cape Town on… Read More »Ramaphosa Demands Urgent Reset on Africa’s Debt Woes at G20 Summit The post Ramaphosa Demands Urgent Reset on Africa’s Debt Woes at G20 Summit first appeared on iAfrica.

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60 h. ago Debt sustainability is SA’s key focus at G20 Finance Track meetings

Ramaphosa says debt sustainability for developing economies remains one of the priority for SA.

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62 h. ago LIVE: President Ramaphosa opens G20 Finance Ministers’ Meeting

President Cyril Ramaphosa opens the first meeting of the G20 Finance Ministers.

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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 Lesufi’s SOPA lacks key interventions to solve challenges: Analyst

The Premier will meet with President Ramaphosa to discuss the 13 major issues affecting the province

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3 d. ago Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart

Ivory Coast has taken control of the last French military base in the country, marking a significant shift in both countries’ defense relationship. At a press conference, the Ivorian Defense Minister Tene Birahima Ouattara announced that although most French forces are departing, about 80 troops will remain to advise and train the Ivorian military. Ouattara… Read More »Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart The post Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart first appeared on iAfrica.

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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 LIVE: Lesufi calls for collaboration to tackle Gauteng’s challenges

Lesufi has signalled that Phase Two of the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) will go ahead soon

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4 d. ago Rublev wins Qatar Open for the 2nd time, defeating Draper in final

He went into the deciding set with the wind in his sails, but Rublev showed no mercy.

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5 d. ago Eskom’s aggressive maintenance plan leaves little headroom: Ramokgopa

Ramokgopa says the generation capacity that they had was sufficient to meet the demand.

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