Reports say the girls bought snacks at a local tuck shop in Ramosadi village. Politics
Hlabisa spoke to the media after visiting an eight-year-old boy admitted to Baragwanath Hospital. Events
China increased tariffs on US imports to 125% in response to Trump's 145% hike. Events
This morning's visit comes weeks after spaza shop owners were ordered to register their businesses. Politics
The takedown operation targeted shops in Pretoria central and Centurion. Politics
The party's statement comes amid growing concerns about the future of the GNU. Politics
Many say they are there to gain more information on how they can benefit from the money. Politics
Build One South Africa (BOSA) leader Mmusi Maimane is optimistic that political parties can reach a “workable solution” regarding the national budget following a scheduled meeting with the African National Congress (ANC). He plans to present alternatives to the proposed 0.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, aiming to generate approximately R120 billion in revenue without… Read More »Maimane Proposes Alternatives to VAT Increase in Budget Discussions with ANC The post Maimane Proposes Alternatives to VAT Increase in Budget Discussions with ANC first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
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will not consider joining the Government of National Unity (GNU) unless the proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase is withdrawn.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. Politics
A recent survey paints a stark picture of South Africa’s mood. The Brenthurst Foundation’s latest findings show that seven out of ten South Africans believe their country is on the wrong path. Unemployment, illegal immigration, and corruption have deeply eroded public trust in the government, leaving citizens grappling with daily struggles and poor living conditions.… Read More »South Africa’s Future: A Nation Torn Between Hope and Frustration” The post South Africa’s Future: A Nation Torn Between Hope and Frustration” first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
Three men believed to be taxi marshals were shot dead in Mofolo Central, Soweto, this morning. Events
The three men killed in the shooting are believed to taxi marshals. Events
J.P. Morgan has raised it expectation of a US recession from 40% to 60%. Politics
ActionSA has submitted a proposal to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, outlining strategies to generate R100 billion in additional government revenue without increasing the value-added tax (VAT). The party’s delegation met with the minister’s team on Saturday to discuss these alternative methods. With six seats in Parliament, ActionSA played a pivotal role in the recent approval of… Read More »ActionSA Proposes R100 Billion Revenue Plan to Finance Minister Without Raising VAT The post ActionSA Proposes R100 Billion Revenue Plan to Finance Minister Without Raising VAT first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
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. Politics
African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has accused the Democratic Alliance (DA) of using the controversial 0.5% value-added tax (VAT) increase as a tool for political grandstanding. The VAT proposal has become a major sticking point between the two parties, after the DA refused to support the adoption of the fiscal framework in Parliament… Read More »Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU The post Mbalula Slams DA Over VAT Dispute as ANC Opens Door to ActionSA in GNU first appeared on iAfrica. Politics
Mashilo reiterates the SACP's opposition to the proposed VAT increase. Events
SARS makes provisions to go ahead with the 0.5% VAT increase on May 1. Politics
Guterres described Myanmar as a scene of utter devastation. Politics
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
