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 »
Venue: James & Ethel Gray Park, JohannesburgDate: Saturday, March 15, 2025Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Nora En Pure brings Purified back to Johannesburg! 🎶 Get ready for an unforgettable deep house journey as Purified returns to Johannesburg with a stellar lineup and a breathtaking outdoor experience at James & Ethel Gray Park. SET TIMES:12:00… Read More »
Venue: The Gallery Art Bar, Rosebank, JohannesburgDate: Friday, March 14, 2025Time: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM We’re with all the dawgs, but it’s For All The Baddies! Step into the hottest all-girls event of the season, happening live and direct from The Gallery Art Bar in Rosebank. This is your moment to show up like… Read More »
As Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana prepares to table the delayed 2025 National Budget to Parliament, the stakes for South Africa’s economic future and the credibility of the Government of National Unity (GNU) coalition have never been higher. The budget, initially postponed in February due to disagreements over a proposed VAT increase, is now under intense… Read More »
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is heading for financial disaster, with liabilities exceeding R300 billion and fuel levy receipts falling short of covering mounting claims. The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) has issued an adverse audit opinion, highlighting severe financial instability that could leave thousands of accident victims without compensation. RAF’s Financial Woes Deepen During… Read More »
Sixty (60) Garden Assistant Yes Employment Opportunities for the WILDTRUST Y.E.S. Programme DEADLINE: 14 March 2025 Number of Available posts and Vacancy title: X60 Garden Assistants Posts based at: Pietermaritzburg (KZN) – must have own transport Salary and contract Duration: R4 991.03 per month – 12-month contract Responsibilities Propagating Seedlings Planting & irrigation of vegetables.… Read More »