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NHI could become SA’s biggest pot of corruption, DA says after DoH arrests

By: Thabi Shomolekae     Updated 49 minutes ago The Democratic Alliance (DA) said on Tuesday that while it welcomes the arrest of the Department of Health (DoH) director-general Dr Sandile... 

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Electicity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa

Ramokgopa reflects on Africa's energy future amid global upheaval

By: Rebecca Campbell     Updated 1 hour 28 minutes ago South African Electicity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has highlighted the current global upheavals and what they mean for African... 

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Africa’s expected hydrogen mobility build-out detailed

By: Martin Creamer     Updated 2 hours 13 minutes ago Last year, South Africa witnessed hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) mobility in Johannesburg when B20 and G20 top-brass were chauffeured... 

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

Updated 2 hours 28 minutes 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 2 hours 31 minutes 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 2 hours 35 minutes 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 2 hours 37 minutes 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 1 hour 44 minutes 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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Acting Minister Firoz Cachalia

Police on declassification of IPID report and Minister’s role

Updated 1 hour 48 minutes 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 1 hour 58 minutes ago Minister of Public Works & Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has authorised that the Department proceed with court proceedings, including a cost... 

International Relations and Cooperation issues security advisory and travel readiness guidance for South African citizens in the state of Israel

Updated 2 hours 7 minutes ago The deteriorating security situation in the State of Israel poses serious risks, and we are deeply concerned for your safety and well-being. South... 

Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia

Minister Firoz Cachalia on oversight visits to Actonville and Daveyton Police Stations

Updated 2 hours 14 minutes ago The Acting Minister of Police, Mr Firoz Cachalia, conducted oversight visits today at two police stations, namely Actonville and Daveyton. The... 

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Understanding the legal position around bonuses during protected strikes

Updated 49 minutes 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 2 hours 57 minutes 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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Funding agribusiness ventures: Legal considerations for investors and startups

2nd March 2026 South Africa's agribusiness sector offers substantial investment and entrepreneurial opportunities. Securing capital is often critical for... 

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