36 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

36 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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36 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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36 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

53 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

55 h. ago Mauritius shuts international airport as precaution over cyclone

It said winds with speeds as high as 70 km per hour were expected early on Thursday

Politics

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 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 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

7 d. ago Eastern Cape govt plans to employ 2.4 million people by 2030

Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane says there are plans to increase employment to 2,4 million.

Politics

7 d. ago Africa Energy Bank Aims to Tackle Power Shortage Amid Climate Concerns

A group of African countries plans to create the Africa Energy Bank (AEB) to finance oil and gas projects, countering reduced fossil fuel investments from Western institutions. Led by the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) and Afreximbank, the initiative seeks to bolster Africa’s industrial growth by expanding energy access. However, environmentalists argue that fossil fuels… Read More »Africa Energy Bank Aims to Tackle Power Shortage Amid Climate Concerns The post Africa Energy Bank Aims to Tackle Power Shortage Amid Climate Concerns first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Eastern Cape residents hope Premier’s SOPA will address challenges

Premier Oscar Mabuyane will be delivering his SOPA for the seventh administration on Friday.

Politics

8 d. ago E Cape communities look to Mabuyane’s SOPA for economic solutions

E Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane will deliver the State of the Province Address tomorrow in Bhisho.

Economics

8 d. ago Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara

Algeria has criticized French Culture Minister Rachida Dati’s visit to the disputed Western Sahara, calling it “objectionable on multiple levels.” Western Sahara, a former Spanish colony, has been under Moroccan control for several decades. However, the Algeria-backed Polisario Front, which seeks independence for the region, has claimed to be the rightful ruler. Algeria’s foreign ministry… Read More »Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara The post Algeria Condemns French Official’s Visit to Disputed Western Sahara first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

9 d. ago Godongwana’s Budget Delayed as Unity Government Rejects VAT Hike

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget presentation was pushed back to 12 March after his proposed two-percentage-point increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT) ran into fierce opposition from the ANC’s government of national unity (GNU) partners. The measure would have brought VAT to 17%—the first increase since 2018—surprising politicians, businesses, labor groups, and economists alike. The postponement… Read More »Godongwana’s Budget Delayed as Unity Government Rejects VAT Hike The post Godongwana’s Budget Delayed as Unity Government Rejects VAT Hike first appeared on iAfrica.

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