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DA wants investigation into Tshwane’s water tankers, as it unveils new billboard

By: Thabi Shomolekae     Updated 1 hour 51 minutes ago The Democratic Alliance on Tuesday urged the Special Investigating Unit and President Cyril Ramaphosa to extend the Rooivaal wastewater treatment... 

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SACP, EFF meet to prepare for joint Conference of the Left

By: Thabi Shomolekae     Updated 6 hours ago The South African Communist Party and the Economic Freedom Fighters have agreed to establish a joint working group to participate in preparations... 

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Govt affirms importance of preserving heritage, unveils Mandela, Tambo statues 

By: Thabi Shomolekae     Updated 55 minutes ago President Cyril Ramaphosa said in erecting former President Nelson Mandela and former African National Congress (ANC) President Oliver Reginald... 

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South Africa’s minibus taxi industry runs on social bonds – reform must accept this

Updated 5 hours ago South Africa’s minibus taxi industry is the backbone of the country’s public transport system. Every day, millions of commuters rely on it. In many... 

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Biometric IDs are being rolled out in Africa. Study reveals the risks and pitfalls

Updated 5 hours ago Across Africa, governments are introducing digital systems that use individuals’ unique physical measurements to identify them. These systems... 

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South Sudan has never had an election to hand over presidential power: so what are the rules of succession?

Updated 6 hours ago South Sudan has not held an election since it gained independence 15 years ago, and progress towards a new constitution has stalled. Election dates... 

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Mozambique’s LNG renewal: opportunity amid security and secrecy risks

Updated 6 hours ago Improving security beyond the project site is vital, as is ensuring that gas revenues are managed responsibly and transparently. The resumption of... 

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Briefing Paper 643 – The SANDF's Internal Deployment

Updated 5 hours ago In the State of the Nation Address on 12th February, President Ramaphosa announced: “To strengthen our fight against gang violence, I am deploying... 

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Air Liquide invests R100m in Wits – South Africa Hydrogen Localisation Initiative

By: Tasneem Bulbulia     27th February 2026 Gas solutions provider Air Liquide South Africa, the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and nonprofit the Localisation Support Fund (LSF) on... 

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Budget Speech 2026 / 2027: Tax Overview

26th February 2026 On 25 February 2026, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered his fifth Budget Speech and his second under the Government of National Unity.... 

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Bowmans Budget Speech commentary

26th February 2026 According to the Chinese zodiac, we have just entered the year of the ‘Fire Horse’, which is associated with rapid change, passion and ambition.... 

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eThekwini needs service delivery, not statues

eThekwini needs service delivery, not statues

Updated 28 minutes ago During the State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Cyril Ramaphosa promised that he will hold people accountable for their failure to provide... 

PSA urges accountability after Hawks arrest senior Health officials

Updated 38 minutes ago The Public Servants Association (PSA) noted with extreme concern that the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) has arrested senior... 

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Police on declassification of IPID report and Minister’s role

Updated 5 hours ago The Ministry of Police notes the various articles circulating online and in the media regarding the declassification of the Independent Police... 

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Minister Dean Macpherson on three former MK MPs unlawfully occupying the Parliamentary Village

Updated 5 hours ago Minister of Public Works & Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has authorised that the Department proceed with court proceedings, including a cost... 

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Greening the Workplace: ESG In South Africa: An actionable blueprint for a “greener horizon” for South African businesses

Updated 1 hour 39 minutes ago The escalating focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors is reshaping the landscape of business operations globally. South... 

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Understanding the legal position around bonuses during protected strikes

Updated 4 hours ago Can employers pay bonuses to non‑strikers during a protected strike? During a protected strike, tensions rise, and difficult choices are made on... 

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Accountability and reform: The Home Affairs investigation marks a turning point for South Africa’s immigration system

Updated 6 hours ago The release of the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) interim report on allegations of permit and visa irregularities and findings of malfeasance... 

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Labour Law Amendment and Labour Relations Amendment Bills – call for comments

2nd March 2026 On 26 February 2026, the Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth MP, published by way of Government Gazette a copy of the Labour Law... 

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