49 h. ago South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks

A senior South African delegation, led by International Relations Director-General Zane Dangor, has returned from Washington, where it met top US officials to discuss bilateral issues and clarify Pretoria’s stance on contentious policies like the Expropriation Act. The US officials, including those from the White House and State Department, were reportedly “cordial and receptive.” The… Read More »South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks The post South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

63 h. ago City Power condemns vandalism after suspected cable thief killed

A suspected cable thief was fatally electrocuted at the Houtkoppen substation last night.

Events

3 d. ago Security guard nabbed for killing Limpopo man during evictions

Police say violence broke out when suspected land invaders were being evicted.

Events

3 d. ago South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown

ArcelorMittal South Africa has postponed the planned closure of its long steel operations to August 31, following a $91.5 million lifeline from the state-owned Industrial Development Corporation. The struggling steelmaker had earlier announced it would shut down the division by April after failing to secure government concessions on electricity costs, freight rail tariffs, and import… Read More »South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown The post South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

3 d. ago Minister Macpherson plans to tackle mafia and infrastructure issues

Macpherson was speaking on the sidelines of the Inaugural Public Works Infrastructure Summit.

Politics

3 d. ago Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure

The Ministry of Electricity and Energy has announced plans to expropriate privately-owned land, with compensation, as part of a major initiative to expand and upgrade Eskom’s infrastructure in the coming years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined a comprehensive 10-year plan to enhance South Africa’s energy network during a media briefing on Tuesday. The ambitious project… Read More »Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure The post Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

3 d. ago ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers

The African National Congress (ANC) has endorsed ActionSA’s proposal to scrap the planned 0.5% VAT increase, aiming to provide relief for taxpayers already facing economic strain. ActionSA introduced an amendment to remove both the VAT and income tax increases proposed for the 2025/2026 fiscal year during Tuesday’s parliamentary joint committee on finance debate. ActionSA representative… Read More »ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers The post ANC Backs ActionSA Move To Halt VAT Increase, Easing Pressure On Taxpayers first appeared on iAfrica.

Economics

3 d. ago Ramokgopa unveils plans in private sector transmission projects

Ramokgopa has announced plans to roll out multi-billion-rand transmission infrastructure projects.

Politics

4 d. ago LIVE: Ramokgopa briefs the media on Electricity Transmission

This initiative is vital for enhancing national energy security and economic prosperity

Politics

4 d. ago Ratepayers oppose eThekwini’s proposed R2.8 million rebranding plan

The proposal has been met with opposition, particularly from organisations representing residents.

Economics

5 d. ago Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet

As global temperatures rise, 2024 saw a temporary 1.5°C increase from pre-industrial levels, exacerbating carbon emissions. Holidaymakers can help combat this by choosing eco-friendly accommodation, such as green hotels or eco-lodges, which focus on reducing water and energy consumption, recycling, and serving locally sourced food. Some eco-lodges are connected to public transport systems for added… Read More »Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet The post Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet first appeared on iAfrica.

Transport

5 d. ago Ditlev and Reischmann triumph at 20th IRONMAN African Championships

The 20th IRONMAN African Championships electrified Gqeberha, with a staggering prize of R3 million.

Politics

5 d. ago KZN govt finds land to build houses for flood displaced families

Permanent houses for the flood victims will be built on seven parcels of land in KZN.

Events

5 d. ago Tensions rise in Zimbabwe over Mnangagwa’s bid to stay in power

Rising tensions in Zimbabwe as war veterans rally against Mnangagwa's plans to stay in power.

Politics

5 d. ago Environment Dept urges rural communities to start businesses

It has cited businesses such as disposing of electronic equipment without harming the environment.

Politics

6 d. ago Joburg Mayor confirms no increase in prepaid electricity charges

Mayor Morero confirmed no increase in the R200 prepaid electricity charge for Joburg residents.

Politics

6 d. ago Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid

The administration of US President Donald Trump announced on Friday plans to effectively dismantle the US Agency for International Development (USAID), marking a significant shift toward sharply reducing foreign aid. “Today, the Department of State and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have notified Congress of their intention to undertake a reorganization that would… Read More »Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid The post Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

6 d. ago Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,000 As International Aid Starts To Arrive

Foreign rescue teams began flying into Myanmar on Saturday to aid the search for survivors from an earthquake that killed more than 1,000 people in the impoverished Southeast Asian nation crippling critical infrastructure amid a grinding civil war. The death toll in Myanmar was 1,002, the military government said on Saturday, up sharply from initial… Read More »Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,000 As International Aid Starts To Arrive The post Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,000 As International Aid Starts To Arrive first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

7 d. ago Municipalities underspend on infrastructure in 2024/5: Treasury

Municipalities underspent on conditional grants and capital expenditure during Q2 of 2024/2025

Politics

7 d. ago Mashatile says water infrastructure now top priority for government

Mashatile says poor infrastructure hinders access to clean water

Politics