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 »
The Student Representative Council (SRC) at the University of the Witwatersrand has called on the City of Johannesburg to rename De Beer Street in Braamfontein to Mthokozisi Ntumba Street. This request comes four years after the SRC’s initial petition and follows the tragic death of Ntumba, who was shot by police rubber bullets during the… Read More »
South Africa’s mobile operators, MTN and Vodacom, have highlighted the need for local smartphone production and reduced import duties to make devices more affordable for consumers. With high costs driven by import taxes, currency fluctuations, and logistical challenges, the call for change is growing louder. The Case for Local Production Currently, only a small fraction… Read More »
McLaren has confirmed a new multi-year contract extension with Oscar Piastri, ensuring the talented Australian will remain with the team for the long term. Piastri, who joined McLaren ahead of the 2023 season on a multi-year deal, quickly impressed and extended his contract after just 15 races of his debut year. The extension now runs… Read More »
As the world marks World Glaucoma Day on March 12, the Gauteng Department of Health is raising awareness about glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness. Often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” glaucoma develops gradually and often without noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss occurs. The department is urging residents to prioritize… Read More »