47 h. ago East London port expansion aims to boost Buffalo City’s economy

The car terminal expansion at the Port of East London aims to enhance the Buffalo City economy.

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68 h. ago ActionSA’s Participation in Government of National Unity Contingent on VAT Hike Reversal

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has stated that the party will not consider joining the Government of National Unity (GNU) unless the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase is withdrawn. Despite supporting the African National Congress (ANC) in passing the fiscal framework in Parliament, Mashaba emphasized that addressing the VAT hike and income tax bracket adjustments… Read More »ActionSA’s Participation in Government of National Unity Contingent on VAT Hike Reversal The post ActionSA’s Participation in Government of National Unity Contingent on VAT Hike Reversal first appeared on iAfrica.

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68 h. ago ANC Initiates ‘Reset’ of Government of National Unity Amid DA Tensions

The African National Congress (ANC) has announced intentions to recalibrate the Government of National Unity (GNU) by engaging with additional political parties, following the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) opposition to the 2025 National Budget. Despite this move, the DA and Freedom Front Plus (FF+) will remain within the GNU for the time being. ANC Secretary-General Fikile… Read More »ANC Initiates ‘Reset’ of Government of National Unity Amid DA Tensions The post ANC Initiates ‘Reset’ of Government of National Unity Amid DA Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes

Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has reiterated his party’s dedication to South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), despite recent tensions with the African National Congress (ANC) over the 2025 budget. The DA opposed the proposed 0.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, leading to a strain in relations between the coalition partners. ANC Parliament… Read More »Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes The post Steenhuisen Reaffirms DA’s Commitment to Government of National Unity Amid Budget Disputes first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago ANC Postpones Crucial NEC Meeting as Business Sector Pushes to Preserve Coalition with DA

The African National Congress (ANC) has postponed its special National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, as pressure mounts from big business to preserve the fragile Government of National Unity (GNU) – including its partnership with the Democratic Alliance (DA). Reports state that the meeting, originally scheduled for Monday to map out a way forward after the… Read More »ANC Postpones Crucial NEC Meeting as Business Sector Pushes to Preserve Coalition with DA The post ANC Postpones Crucial NEC Meeting as Business Sector Pushes to Preserve Coalition with DA first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships

Niger’s military-led government is doubling down on resource nationalism, awarding copper and lithium mining permits to local firms as part of a broader, Sahel-wide push to reduce reliance on Western companies. The move echoes similar strategies in Mali and Burkina Faso, fellow junta-led states, which also favor domestic control and courting non-Western allies like China,… Read More »Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships The post Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition

The Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa is experiencing significant strain after the Democratic Alliance (DA) opposed the recently proposed national budget, leading to questions about the party’s role within the coalition. The DA’s rejection of the budget, primarily due to disagreements over a proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, has intensified existing… Read More »GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition The post GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago DA shooting itself in the foot over budget vote stance: Analyst

She further says their actions will harm the Government of National Unity.

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2 w. ago IFP pledges to boost economy in Government of National Unity

IFP leader Hlabisa commits to boosting South Africa’s economy and job creation in the GNU

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3 w. ago South Africa’s 2025 Budget Sparks Public and Political Debate

South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, has announced a 0.5% increase in Value Added Tax (VAT) for the current financial year, with an additional 0.5% hike planned for 2026. This measure aims to address urgent revenue needs amidst ongoing political negotiations within the Government of National Unity (GNU). However, critics argue that higher taxes could… Read More »South Africa’s 2025 Budget Sparks Public and Political Debate The post South Africa’s 2025 Budget Sparks Public and Political Debate first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Gambian Women Head to Saudi Arabia for Domestic Work Opportunities

In a bid to strengthen ties with Saudi Arabia, dozens of Gambian women have traveled to the Gulf nation to work as domestic workers. The initiative, backed by the Gambian government, aims to boost employment and economic collaboration with the Middle East’s largest economy. Outsource Recruitment Agency, responsible for facilitating the placements, reported that 25… Read More »Gambian Women Head to Saudi Arabia for Domestic Work Opportunities The post Gambian Women Head to Saudi Arabia for Domestic Work Opportunities first appeared on iAfrica.

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