South Africa's military spending is among the lowest in its GDP category Politics
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is partnering with Germany to accelerate energy access and bolster private sector growth across Africa. Announced at a high-level meeting in Abidjan, the partnership will expand support for Mission 300, a project aiming to deliver electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030, and increase financing for private sector-led development in… Read More »Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access The post Germany Joins Forces with AfDB to Boost Africa’s Energy Access first appeared on iAfrica. Events
Ministers Lesetja Kganyago and Enoch Godongwana briefed the media on the outcome of the meeting. Politics
Cabinet and Treasury will have a special meeting on Monday, to finalize the country's budget. Politics
A recent post went viral about Swartruggens police allowing people to steal cattle from a farm. Events
Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube addressed delegates at the 2025 Basic Education Sector Lekgotla. Politics
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefs the media on the Cabinet meeting outcomes. Politics
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. Politics
AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini addresses the KZN Legislature. Politics
Former Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene has cautioned that the National Treasury faces tough decisions to rein in government spending as it prepares to reintroduce the 2025/26 budget to Parliament next month. He believes the option of borrowing more money is no longer viable, given the country’s mounting debt burden. Government’s initial plan to raise R58… Read More »Nhlanhla Nene Warns Treasury: ‘We Can’t Spend Money We Don’t Have’ as Debt Soars The post Nhlanhla Nene Warns Treasury: ‘We Can’t Spend Money We Don’t Have’ as Debt Soars first appeared on iAfrica. Events
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. Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa is delivering a keynote address at the Basic Education Sector Lekgotla. Politics
The suspect robbed the students and raped them at gunpoint before escaping. Politics
Ramaphosa says debt sustainability for developing economies remains one of the priority for SA. Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa opens the first meeting of the G20 Finance Ministers. Politics
The Premier will meet with President Ramaphosa to discuss the 13 major issues affecting the province Politics
High Court hears matter dealing with former Judge John Hlophe’s barring from JSC sitting. Events
President Cyril Ramaphosa opens the National House of Traditional and Khoisan Leaders. Politics
SAMATU criticises Minister for attributing high cost of private healthcare to lack of regulation. Politics
Ivory Coast has taken control of the last French military base in the country, marking a significant shift in both countries’ defense relationship. At a press conference, the Ivorian Defense Minister Tene Birahima Ouattara announced that although most French forces are departing, about 80 troops will remain to advise and train the Ivorian military. Ouattara… Read More »Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart The post Ivory Coast Assumes Control of Final French Base as Troops Depart first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
