As South Africa assumes the G20 Presidency from December 2024 to November 2025, the country is taking a bold step to address one of the most pressing issues facing the African continent: the debt crisis. In a landmark move, South Africa has established an Africa Expert Panel, chaired by former Finance Minister Trevor Manuel, to develop strategies for tackling the… Read More »
The Durban High Court heard on Wednesday that concerns were raised about irregular payments to a service provider involved in waste collection in eThekwini. The revelations emerged during the fraud and corruption trial of former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede and 21 others, who face charges including conspiracy to commit corruption, fraud, money laundering, racketeering, and… Read More »
Africa has long been a magnet for travelers, drawing visitors with its stunning wildlife, breathtaking safaris, and vibrant cultures. However, former US President Donald Trump’s controversial remarks about the continent have often painted a distorted picture, leading some to believe Africa is unworthy of exploration. Despite these misconceptions, statistics reveal a growing interest among Americans… Read More »
Can This Investment Deliver Real Economic Growth? The South African government has announced an ambitious R1.03 trillion infrastructure investment plan over the next three years, aiming to revive economic growth, improve service delivery, and create jobs. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana revealed during the 2025 Budget Speech that key sectors will receive significant funding: R402 billion… Read More »
South African music sensation Lady Du has once again reminded fans of her deep-rooted musical talent by showing off her impressive DJing skills. Taking to Instagram, the Amapiano star shared a video of herself performing a vinyl DJ set while visiting her father’s house. In the post, Lady Du revealed that her father owns an… Read More »
4 Mechanical Learnership Opportunities at Eskom DEADLINE: 17 March 2025 Qualification(s): Fully Completed S4/S5/National Diploma/B Tech (Mechanical) Minimum Requirements: Must be a South African Citizen Related Minimum Experience: Applicants will go through a recruitment process, and if successful, be placed in the Eskom Operations across the divisions. Skill Communication Skills Sound interpersonal Skills Negotiation Skills… Read More »
South Africa’s Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, unveiled the country’s revised 2025 budget on Wednesday, announcing a smaller-than-planned value-added tax (VAT) increase. However, the decision has been met with strong opposition from parliament and the Democratic Alliance (DA), a key player in the national unity government. Initially, the government had proposed a sharp VAT hike to… Read More »
A state witness has testified that Racquel “Kelly” Smith, the mother of missing six-year-old Joshlin Smith, had planned to sell her children for as little as R5,000 in August 2023. The shocking revelation was made by Saldanha Bay resident and evangelist Steven Coetzee during the ongoing trial at the Western Cape High Court, which is… Read More »
South Africa’s electricity crisis is well-documented, with load-shedding becoming a daily reality for millions. However, few realize that a single industrial facility—South32’s Hillside aluminium smelter in Richards Bay—consumes enough electricity to cause an entire stage of load-shedding on its own. The Hillside Smelter: A Power-Hungry Behemoth The Hillside smelter is South Africa’s largest single electricity… Read More »
South Africa’s 2025 budget is hanging in the balance as political infighting within the Government of National Unity (GNU) threatens to derail its approval. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana tabled the budget on Wednesday, but it remains a proposal—not a done deal. With the Democratic Alliance (DA) opposing key elements, including proposed tax hikes, the country… Read More »