South Africa is on the brink of achieving a significant milestone as it edges closer to its first primary budget surplus in 15 years, signalling a potential turnaround in the …
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Canola Development Trust creates growth opportunities in rural communities
by Editorby EditorSouthern Oil, a top player in the agricultural industry, reiterates its dedication to community welfare through its steadfast backing of the Canola Development Trust, which oversees two pioneering educational programs …
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New Eskom boss under pressure to turn South Africa’s lights back on
by Editorby EditorDan Marokane is about to tackle the hardest job in South Africa: getting the lights back on. As CEO of state power utility Eskom, he takes on an organisation hampered …
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South Africa’s Tourism Minister De Lille Touts Continent’s MICE Offerings At Meetings Africa
by Editorby EditorAgainst the backdrop of rapid growth in the global Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, Africa is eager to capitalise on the opportunity by positioning itself as a significant …
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended Deputy Minister of Small Business Development Dipuo Peters for one month. In a statement on Friday, the Presidency said the decision followed a sanction adopted …
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South African Inflation picks up in January
by Editorby EditorRises to 5.3% year on year, from 5.1% in December. South Africa’s headline consumer inflation quickened to 5.3% year on year in January from 5.1% in December ZACPIY=ECI, data showed …
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Turnover rose by 9.3% in the 20 week-period to February 16. South African grocery retailer and wholesaler SPAR SPPJ.J said on Wednesday its turnover rose by 9.3% in the 20 …
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South Africa Sets Date for New Parliamentary Elections
by Editorby EditorSouth Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Wednesday that the country’s next general elections will take place on May 29. “Beyond the fulfillment of our constitutional obligation, these upcoming elections are …
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SA to deploy 2900 troops to eastern Congo
by Editorby EditorSouth Africa will deploy 2,900 troops to help fight armed groups in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo as part of a Southern African Development Community initiative. The …
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South Africa plans to introduce digital nomad visas
by Editorby EditorSouth Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has initiated plans to offer digital nomad visas, targeting highly skilled tech workers for potential long-term stays in the country. These visas, first introduced …