9 h. ago ‘Parliament will meet deadline for adoption of new Fiscal Framework’

Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, is expected to table a new budget next month.

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37 h. ago Historic Tokai Manor evacuated as Table Mountain fire spreads

SANParks evacuates Tokai Manor as helicopters battle raging fire that has burnt 3000 hectares.

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43 h. ago Cape Town firefighter injured while battling Table Mountain blaze

198 households were evacuated yesterday from Noordhoek Manor amid the ongoing fire.

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57 h. ago Police plead for responsible social media use in missing cops case

SAPS's Athlenda Mathe says spreading lies on social media is insensitive and misleading

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61 h. ago NSRI urges Vaal River communities to evacuate amid flood risk

Vaal Dam gates opened as water levels soar; NSRI warns residents to evacuate flood-prone areas.

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63 h. ago Residents urged to evacuate as veld fire rages on Table Mountain

Investigations are underway but origin of the fire suggest it may have been started deliberately.

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4 d. ago Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has introduced urgent legislation in Parliament to scrap the impending value-added tax (VAT) increase, set to take effect in just six days. However, the move has sparked legal uncertainty over whether it will be sufficient to halt the hike in time. In an unprecedented step, Godongwana has also withdrawn the two… Read More »Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain The post Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Heritage centres preserve history for future generations: Xaba

The Director of Luthuli Museum, Brian Xaba highlights the role Heritage centres.

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9 d. ago Over 1 500 couples wed in historic IPHC mass wedding ceremony

IPHC hosts record-breaking wedding at Kanana City Dome, embracing polygamy and tradition.

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9 d. ago Public given emergency number for Tembisa Hospital patients’ update

Fire at Tembisa Hospital leads to 50 evacuations. No casualties. Call 011 923 2000 for updates.

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2 w. ago Court to revisit Luthuli, Mxenge cases as ANC hails ‘historic step’

Mxenge was brutally murdered in Umlazi, south of Durban, in 1981

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2 w. ago Leicester Draw With Brighton To Snap Scoreless Losing Streak

Stephy Mavididi and Caleb Okoli scored for Leicester City as they twice came from behind to grab a 2-2 draw at Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday and end a run of eight Premier League losses without scoring. The shadow of relegation still hangs heavy over Leicester, who are 19th in the table on 18… Read More »Leicester Draw With Brighton To Snap Scoreless Losing Streak The post Leicester Draw With Brighton To Snap Scoreless Losing Streak first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Floods in the NW could lead to job losses: Tourism Association

Many businesses had to evacuate the banks of the Vaal River, when it burst its banks.

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2 w. ago Hlabisa to table report on deadly poison used by spaza shops, farmers

Hlabisa spoke to the media after visiting an eight-year-old boy admitted to Baragwanath Hospital.

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3 w. ago Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits

Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding across Cape Town, impacting multiple neighborhoods and causing substantial disruptions. Areas such as Table View, Wynberg, and Parow have reported severe inundation, with numerous vehicles submerged and roadways rendered impassable. The City’s Disaster Risk Management spokesperson, Charlotte Powell, indicated that the Disaster Operations Centre has received numerous reports… Read More »Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits The post Cape Town Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Severe Weather Hits first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods

As water levels surge past dangerous thresholds, business owners along the Vaal River are speaking out, demanding action from the government to protect their livelihoods. On Sunday, the Department of Water and Sanitation opened a fifth sluice gate at the Vaal Dam, raising fears of widespread destruction. The move comes after the dam reached a… Read More »Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods The post Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown

South African road-running queen Gerda Steyn etched her name deeper into the history books on Saturday by claiming a record-breaking sixth consecutive title at the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town. Steyn dominated the 56km race, completing it in 3:26:54 – just over a minute off her own course record of 3:29:06 set in 2023.… Read More »Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown The post Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago New Mpox strain in SA spreads faster via coughing, skin contact

The new variant has been reported in seven African countries, including South Africa

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3 w. ago Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions

Mozambique’s parliament has unanimously passed a landmark law aimed at restoring peace through national dialogue and constitutional reform. Backed by all political parties, the law stems from a March 5 peace agreement between President Daniel Chapo and opposition leaders. It proposes restructuring the state, decentralizing power, and revising presidential authority to enhance democratic governance. While… Read More »Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions The post Mozambique Approves Historic Peace Law Amid Political Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April

April is the ideal time to explore Rwanda, a hidden gem that offers rich wildlife, stunning landscapes, and cultural richness—without the crowds that would be present during peak season. Known for its rare mountain gorillas and lush rainforests, Rwanda’s rainy season brings lower costs and better permit availability for trekking adventures. During this period, tourists… Read More »Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April The post Rain, Resilience, and Rare Wildlife: Discover Rwanda in April first appeared on iAfrica.

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