19 h. 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.

Events

24 h. ago Tshwane Mayor warns residents to brace themselves for tariff hikes

The City of Tshwane is struggling to increase its revenue collection.

Events

27 h. ago Omotoso acquittal a complete humiliation for NPA: Gender activist

Omotoso and his co-accused faced 32 charges including rape, human trafficking and racketeering.

Politics

38 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

50 h. 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.

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63 h. ago SARS Exceeds Revenue Targets, Collects Over R1.85 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges

The South African Revenue Service( SARS) says it collected more than R1.85 trillion in taxes in the 2024/25 financial year, outperforming its previous estimates. SARS announced its preliminary revenue outcome on Tuesday. The better than expected collection comes despite a challenging operating environment. The country’s chronically weak economy, a lower-than-expected wage increase, a decline in… Read More »SARS Exceeds Revenue Targets, Collects Over R1.85 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges The post SARS Exceeds Revenue Targets, Collects Over R1.85 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

63 h. 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

63 h. 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

2 d. ago State security members arrested for alleged R6 million fraud

The suspects are facing charges of theft for personal gain after misusing funds allocated to the SSA

Events

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

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

Politics

3 d. ago Three men fatally shot in suspected taxi violence incident in Joburg

Three men have been shot and killed in what appears to be taxi violence at Vlakfontein.

Events

4 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

4 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

4 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

5 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

5 d. ago Former Minister’s Lawyers Question State Witness Incentives in Corruption Case

Lawyers representing former minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, who faces corruption charges, are demanding clarity on the incentives offered by the State to controversial businesswoman Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu to testify against her. Mapisa-Nqakula appeared in the Pretoria High Court on Friday to submit an application requesting that the State disclose additional documents related to her case. She currently… Read More »Former Minister’s Lawyers Question State Witness Incentives in Corruption Case The post Former Minister’s Lawyers Question State Witness Incentives in Corruption Case first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

7 d. ago Mayor Xhakaza condemns Metro Police protest that clogged city roads

Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has condemned the protest action by the City’s metro police.

Events

7 d. ago Buffalo City Metro expresses intention to buy Kwinana’s land

Kwinana is facing multiple charges of extortion and malicious damages to property.

Politics

8 d. ago 32 suspected human trafficking victims escape from a Joburg house

The human trafficking victims, the youngest being 13 years old, were held captive in Lombardy East.

Society

8 d. ago Dangote Refinery Exports Spur Significant Increase in US Jet Fuel Imports

US jet fuel imports are soaring this March, hitting their highest level in two years. This development, which analysts suggest could drive down the price of aviation fuel in the US, is partially attributable to Nigeria’s Dangote refinery. In March alone, six vessels delivered 1.7 million barrels of jet fuel from the Lagos-based refinery to… Read More »Dangote Refinery Exports Spur Significant Increase in US Jet Fuel Imports The post Dangote Refinery Exports Spur Significant Increase in US Jet Fuel Imports first appeared on iAfrica.

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