4 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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17 h. ago SASSA beneficiaries urged to change to black cards as deadline looms

The gold cards will be replaced by the black cards belonging to the Postbank.

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28 h. ago Lesufi accused of misleading Gauteng residents during his SOPA

Lesufi replied that the multi-billion rand projects are on track.

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34 h. ago NW police urges public to avoid reporting criminality on social media

A recent post went viral about Swartruggens police allowing people to steal cattle from a farm.

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37 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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37 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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37 h. ago ANC Turns to Veteran Leaders for Gauteng Rebuild After Electoral Setback

The African National Congress (ANC) has justified its decision to involve seasoned party veterans in the effort to rebuild its Gauteng structures. On Wednesday, Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula introduced new leadership arrangements for the province following the party’s underwhelming performance in the 2024 elections. Former Johannesburg mayor, Amos Masondo, is set to co-lead the ANC in… Read More »ANC Turns to Veteran Leaders for Gauteng Rebuild After Electoral Setback The post ANC Turns to Veteran Leaders for Gauteng Rebuild After Electoral Setback first appeared on iAfrica.

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37 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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54 h. ago Gauteng health freezes salaries of 66 staff to tackle ghost workers

The move is part of the province-wide Ziveze (Reveal Yourself) Campaign launched in October

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56 h. ago ‘Reconfiguration of ANC in Gauteng in line with constitution’

ANC’s Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri says reconfiguration in Gauteng was not imposed on any party member.

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3 d. ago SA urges G20 counterparts to engage over science and innovation

The G20 in South Africa is hosted under the theme "Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability."

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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 Gauteng hopes Lesufi’s address tackles jobs, crime, and services

The stage has been set in Tshwane for Gauteng Premier's fourth SOPA.

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5 d. ago Pilot survives microlight crash in Groutville, north of Durban

IPSS Medical Rescue says they received reports from passing motorists who witnessed the accident.

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5 d. ago Minister Ramokgopa Apologizes as Stage 6 Load Shedding Returns Following Major Power Station Failures

Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, offered a public apology to South Africans on Sunday morning as the country once again faces Stage 6 load shedding. Speaking at a media briefing in Pretoria, Gauteng, Ramokgopa acknowledged the frustration felt by citizens and businesses nationwide. “Please accept our sincerest apologies. With the greatest level… Read More »Minister Ramokgopa Apologizes as Stage 6 Load Shedding Returns Following Major Power Station Failures The post Minister Ramokgopa Apologizes as Stage 6 Load Shedding Returns Following Major Power Station Failures first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago ANC’s Gauteng Provincial Task Team list to be announced Wednesday

Barbara Creecy says ANC engagements with structures are going well.

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6 d. ago KZN COGTA warns residents to exercise caution amid inclement weather

KZN residents warned to be cautious as inclement weather persists.

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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.

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7 d. ago New mobile clinics to provide much needed healthcare in Gauteng

The mobile clinics will be allocated to five health districts in the province.

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