51 h. ago Ethiopia expects preliminary deal on IMF review: Finance Minister

Ethiopia expects to reach an agreement on the review of its IMF $3.4 billion loan programme.

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65 h. ago High Court Nullifies Parliamentary Approval of VAT Hike, Siding with DA and EFF

National Treasury has been dealt another blow in the value-added tax (VAT) increase saga after the Western Cape High Court ordered that parliament’s adoption of the fiscal framework and VAT increase be set aside. The court made the order on Sunday in the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Economic Freedom Fighters’s(EFF) court challenge to have the… Read More »High Court Nullifies Parliamentary Approval of VAT Hike, Siding with DA and EFF The post High Court Nullifies Parliamentary Approval of VAT Hike, Siding with DA and EFF first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago DA, EFF intensify legal battle over VAT hike and 2025 budget

DA, EFF head to court to stop VAT increase and challenge the legality of the 2025 budget process.

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4 d. ago Heritage centres preserve history for future generations: Xaba

The Director of Luthuli Museum, Brian Xaba highlights the role Heritage centres.

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6 d. ago ‘SA’s G20 presidency vital amid global food security challenges’

Steenhuisen says this urgent crisis can be addressed through technological capacity

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7 d. ago Malnutrition treatment halted in Ethiopia due to underfunding: WFP

WFP suspended malnutrition treatment for 650 000 malnourished women and children in Ethiopia.

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7 d. ago Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability

S’thembiso Mdlalose, the man who previously confessed to starting the devastating fire at the Usindiso building in Johannesburg’s CBD, is now contesting that confession, claiming it was not made voluntarily. The 31-year-old appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on Tuesday, where his legal team announced a challenge to the confession’s admissibility. The fire, which… Read More »Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability The post Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago Over 1 500 couples wed in historic IPHC mass wedding ceremony

IPHC hosts record-breaking wedding at Kanana City Dome, embracing polygamy and tradition.

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1 week ago CRL Commission urges churches to be cautious during baptisms

The Easter long weekend is traditionally associated with baptisms

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3 w. ago DA challenges fiscal framework, slams VAT hike process as unlawful

DA leader says parliament did not follow proper procedure when it adopted the Fiscal Framework.

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago SARS forges ahead with 0.5% VAT hike despite DA legal challenge

SARS makes provisions to go ahead with the 0.5% VAT increase on May 1.

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3 w. ago South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has taken legal action against the South African government’s 2025 budget, challenging the constitutionality of its approval process and seeking to block a proposed value-added tax (VAT) hike. The DA, the second-largest party in the fragile ruling coalition, opposed the fiscal framework passed by Parliament, calling the process procedurally flawed. The… Read More »South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty The post South Africa’s VAT Hike Sparks Legal Showdown and Political Uncertainty first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers

In a recent policy shift, the United States has imposed steep tariffs on several African nations, effectively signaling the end of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Countries such as Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Botswana, and South Africa now face tariffs ranging from 30% to 50%. This move comes amid existing challenges in these nations,… Read More »Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers The post Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 w. 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.

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4 w. ago Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part

One of Cape Town’s most beloved fundraising events will once again take place on Table Mountain in May. The Cableway Charity Challenge 2025 is scheduled for Saturday 10 May 2025, and hosts and organisers, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (TMACC), calls you to be a part of the action by cheering on participants, pledging your support… Read More »Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part The post Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part first appeared on iAfrica.

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last month Orania leader defends town’s purpose amid EFF’s racism concerns

Orania Movement leader Jooste Strydom says Orania exists to preserve Afrikaans culture and identity

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last month Syrians in Ethiopia Preserve Ramadan Iftar Tradition Amid Challenges

Syrian refugees in Ethiopia, particularly in the Bole Michael neighborhood of Addis Ababa, are keeping the Ramadan iftar tradition alive despite their hardships. Syrian restaurant owner Ahmed Ibrahim offers free meals to those in need during the holy month, reflecting the strong community spirit and generosity seen in his homeland. Though poverty is widespread, the… Read More »Syrians in Ethiopia Preserve Ramadan Iftar Tradition Amid Challenges The post Syrians in Ethiopia Preserve Ramadan Iftar Tradition Amid Challenges first appeared on iAfrica.

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last month Morocco’s Traditional Clothing: A Key Element of Eid Celebrations

As Ramadan nears its end, Moroccans eagerly prepare for Eid, where traditional attire plays a crucial role in the festivities. Garments like kaftans and djellabas, often crafted from luxurious fabrics and intricate embroidery, are custom-made for the occasion. Fashion designers, like Sahar El Maazouzi, release exclusive Eid collections that feature opulent designs. The demand for… Read More »Morocco’s Traditional Clothing: A Key Element of Eid Celebrations The post Morocco’s Traditional Clothing: A Key Element of Eid Celebrations first appeared on iAfrica.

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