Freddy K, a rising star in the music industry, is making waves once again as he gears up to release fresh new sounds. Known for his ability to fuse soulful melodies with Amapiano grooves, the talented producer and DJ recently took to his social media platforms to tease an upcoming track titled Mathata, featuring Eeque… Read More »
Siya Kolisi’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of South Africa’s most iconic rugby figures has captivated the nation. With the 2027 Rugby World Cup on the horizon, Kolisi, now 34, has the chance to make history by becoming the first player to captain a nation to three Rugby World Cup titles. While that… Read More »
In a significant ruling for government transparency, a federal judge has determined that the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is not exempt from the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and must comply with document requests. However, the judge stopped short of granting immediate access to all requested records, leaving the timeline for release to… Read More »
40 Environmental Awareness Assistant Opportunities for the Youth Employment Services (YES) programme funded by NEDBANK DEADLINE: 14 March 2025 WILDTRUST – Y.E.S. PROGRAMME VACANCIES The WILDTRUST is participating in the Youth Employment Services (YES) programme funded by NEDBANK and is aimed at reducing Youth unemployment levels. The YES programme provides a one-year work based job… Read More »
Johannesburg’s leadership is facing a crisis that could lead to the dissolution of its council and the city being placed under administration. This comes after repeated failures to pass an adjustment budget, a crucial requirement under the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). If the budget is not approved by March 18, 2025, Gauteng Finance MEC… Read More »
South Africans in less affluent areas continue to face chronic service delivery issues, with power and water outages significantly impacting their daily lives. Despite already dealing with soaring electricity and food prices, the looming increase in VAT adds another layer of stress for residents. Lauren Jacobs, a 51-year-old mother and caregiver from Cape Town, has… Read More »
In a landmark move to address Johannesburg’s most pressing challenges, President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched the Presidential Johannesburg Working Group. This initiative, announced during a two-day cabinet oversight visit to Gauteng, aims to provide coordinated support to the city over the next two years. The Working Group will focus on seven critical areas to stabilize… Read More »
President Cyril Ramaphosa has stated that placing the City of Johannesburg under administration would not be in the best interests of its residents. Responding to a question from Build One South Africa (BOSA) MP Mmusi Maimane, who asked why the city hadn’t been placed under administration, Ramaphosa explained that such a process would involve a… Read More »
Elon Musk’s South African citizenship status has become a topic of heated debate after Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber declined to disclose whether Musk and several other prominent businessmen remain South African citizens. The issue was raised in Parliament by Thapelo Mogale, who questioned whether Musk, Reon Barnard, Peter Thiel, and David Sacks—all seen as… Read More »
South Africa is on the brink of a tax revolt as the government considers new tax hikes to cover a widening budget shortfall. Economists and business leaders warn that increasing taxes on already overburdened households and businesses could backfire, leading to widespread tax avoidance and evasion. Government Faces Tough Choices After VAT Hike Rejection Finance… Read More »