8 h. ago Concerns rise over Military budget ahead of Finance Minister’s speech

South Africa's military spending is among the lowest in its GDP category

Politics

30 h. ago Task team established to address water challenges: Ramathuba

Limpopo Premier  Dr Phophi Ramathuba has delivered the State of the Province Address.

Politics

37 h. ago Nhlanhla Nene Warns Treasury: ‘We Can’t Spend Money We Don’t Have’ as Debt Soars

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

37 h. ago Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities

The Western Cape government plans to channel more than R18 billion into healthcare infrastructure over the next ten years, with a significant portion of this budget earmarked for the long-awaited Tygerberg Hospital modernization project. A public-private partnership, the initiative will replace the aging Tygerberg Hospital in Cape Town with two advanced healthcare facilities. Speaking during… Read More »Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities The post Western Cape to Invest R18 Billion in Healthcare Upgrades, Promising Modern Facilities first appeared on iAfrica.

Science

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 Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail

The mother of former Miss South Africa finalist, Chidimma Adetshina, has been prohibited from applying for permanent residency in South Africa. Anabela Rungo, a Mozambican national, appeared in the Cape Town Magistrates Court on Wednesday, facing charges of identity fraud and violating the Immigration Act. She was granted bail set at R10,000 but must adhere… Read More »Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail The post Mother of Former Miss SA Finalist Barred from Seeking Permanent Residency, Granted Strict Bail 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.

Politics

50 h. ago Winde highlights infrastructure, schools in province address

Premier Winde says in less than a 100 days his government has managed to build schools

Culture

54 h. ago Western Cape High Court blocks bequest to white supremacist group

His family challenged his desire to leave his estate to a supremacist right wing group.

Events

54 h. ago 40% of Northern Cape Spaza shops registered before deadline: MEC

Businesses have been warned that there will be no extension to the looming deadline

Events

3 d. ago Winde to unveil 2025 W Cape priorities in SOPA at Beaufort West

Winde says he will use the occasion to report back to residents on the progress made

Politics

3 d. ago Three arrested for possession of endangered plants worth R500 000

Police arrest three for the illegal possession of endangered plants valued at R500,000 in the N Cape

Events

4 d. ago UWC target League title, look to end Sundowns Ladies’ dominance

University of the Western Cape are aiming to end the dominance of Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies.

Events

4 d. ago Polokwane municipality says water shortage due to load shedding

Selala says water levels are low at Ebenezer scheme, Seshego dam, and Olifantsproot water plant

Politics

4 d. ago N Cape to oversee water infrastructure spending for Sol Plaatje

The funds will be released in tranches for the next seven years.

Politics

4 d. ago Hlophe’s JSC ban case goes back to Western Cape High Court on Tuesday

Hlophe, who is now a Member of Parliament, was the Judge President of the Western Cape High Court

Events

5 d. ago Randfontein residents hope Lesufi’s SOPA will address problems

Residents have been struggling with uninterrupted water supply, electricity and other challenges.

Politics

5 d. ago Cape Winelands fires rage on, Tulbagh mountains still ablaze

Otto says the fires Wellington blaze is contained; progress is being made in Ceres

Events

6 d. ago Hlabisa calls for a commission to probe initiate deaths in E Cape

Eastern Cape recorded more than 20 deaths during the summer season.

Events

6 d. ago Anglo American Writes Down De Beers by $2.9 Billion Amid Market Challenges

Anglo American has reduced the value of its diamond subsidiary, De Beers, by $2.9 billion, marking the second consecutive year of such writedowns. This adjustment reflects ongoing challenges in the diamond industry, including the rise of lab-grown diamonds and decreased consumer spending in China. Consequently, Anglo American reported a net loss of $3.1 billion in… Read More »Anglo American Writes Down De Beers by $2.9 Billion Amid Market Challenges The post Anglo American Writes Down De Beers by $2.9 Billion Amid Market Challenges first appeared on iAfrica.

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