Mantashe pushes oil and gas drive as global tension raises fuel price risksBy Mandisa NyathiMantashe says South Africa must move faster on oil and gas exploration to reduce import dependence and protect energy security
China announces major push to strengthen its partnership with Africa amid US trade tensionChina is boosting its ties to Africa, with zero-tariff trade and a year-long people-to-people exchange initiative, aiming to expand investment and infrastructure development across the continent By Brian SokutuAfrican Bank appoints new chief executiveAfrican Bank has appointed veteran banker Zweli Manyathi as its next chief executive as the lender enters what its board describes as a consolidation phase following several years of expansion and acquisitions. The bank announced that current group chief executive Kennedy Bungane will step down after five years in the role, during which he led […] By Hasina KathradaUPDATED: Government, IDC oppose Tongaat Hulett liquidationAmong those opposing liquidation is the Industrial Development Corporation , which has warned that the move would lead to the winding-up, business interruption and possible cessation of operations By Brian SokutuPartner ContentMrs SA semi-finalists: Pet parents who lead with purpose and compassionBy Dotsure Tau leads drive to save Tongaat HulettBy Brian SokutuThe government says the ailing company is a crucial player in South Africa’s sugar value chain and its demise would have ‘far-reaching and devastating consequences’ for the sector Tongaat Hullet: what now for the ailing sugar giant?By Sizwe sama YendeBefore the hearing of the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hullet Limited starts in the Durban High Court, there are a few things that interested parties can still do to save the centennial company and 250 000 jobs Minister Tau’s intervention in Tongaat Hulett liquidation woesBy Sizwe sama YendeTau’s timely intervention aims to save THL from liquidation and save many jobs and small sugarcane growers’ biggest market Budget: debt peaks but growth lagsBy Hasina KathradaThe projected economic growth trajectory remains insufficient to address structural unemployment Economists split on whether 2026 budget marks a real turning pointBy Hasina KathradaThe growth outlook is insufficient to alter unemployment dynamics, some argued Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
African Bank appoints new chief executiveAfrican Bank has appointed veteran banker Zweli Manyathi as its next chief executive as the lender enters what its board describes as a consolidation phase following several years of expansion and acquisitions. The bank announced that current group chief executive Kennedy Bungane will step down after five years in the role, during which he led […] By Hasina KathradaUPDATED: Government, IDC oppose Tongaat Hulett liquidationAmong those opposing liquidation is the Industrial Development Corporation , which has warned that the move would lead to the winding-up, business interruption and possible cessation of operations By Brian SokutuPartner ContentMrs SA semi-finalists: Pet parents who lead with purpose and compassionBy Dotsure Tau leads drive to save Tongaat HulettBy Brian SokutuThe government says the ailing company is a crucial player in South Africa’s sugar value chain and its demise would have ‘far-reaching and devastating consequences’ for the sector Tongaat Hullet: what now for the ailing sugar giant?By Sizwe sama YendeBefore the hearing of the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hullet Limited starts in the Durban High Court, there are a few things that interested parties can still do to save the centennial company and 250 000 jobs Minister Tau’s intervention in Tongaat Hulett liquidation woesBy Sizwe sama YendeTau’s timely intervention aims to save THL from liquidation and save many jobs and small sugarcane growers’ biggest market Budget: debt peaks but growth lagsBy Hasina KathradaThe projected economic growth trajectory remains insufficient to address structural unemployment Economists split on whether 2026 budget marks a real turning pointBy Hasina KathradaThe growth outlook is insufficient to alter unemployment dynamics, some argued Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
UPDATED: Government, IDC oppose Tongaat Hulett liquidationAmong those opposing liquidation is the Industrial Development Corporation , which has warned that the move would lead to the winding-up, business interruption and possible cessation of operations By Brian SokutuPartner ContentMrs SA semi-finalists: Pet parents who lead with purpose and compassionBy Dotsure
Tau leads drive to save Tongaat HulettBy Brian SokutuThe government says the ailing company is a crucial player in South Africa’s sugar value chain and its demise would have ‘far-reaching and devastating consequences’ for the sector Tongaat Hullet: what now for the ailing sugar giant?By Sizwe sama YendeBefore the hearing of the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hullet Limited starts in the Durban High Court, there are a few things that interested parties can still do to save the centennial company and 250 000 jobs Minister Tau’s intervention in Tongaat Hulett liquidation woesBy Sizwe sama YendeTau’s timely intervention aims to save THL from liquidation and save many jobs and small sugarcane growers’ biggest market Budget: debt peaks but growth lagsBy Hasina KathradaThe projected economic growth trajectory remains insufficient to address structural unemployment Economists split on whether 2026 budget marks a real turning pointBy Hasina KathradaThe growth outlook is insufficient to alter unemployment dynamics, some argued Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Tongaat Hullet: what now for the ailing sugar giant?By Sizwe sama YendeBefore the hearing of the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hullet Limited starts in the Durban High Court, there are a few things that interested parties can still do to save the centennial company and 250 000 jobs Minister Tau’s intervention in Tongaat Hulett liquidation woesBy Sizwe sama YendeTau’s timely intervention aims to save THL from liquidation and save many jobs and small sugarcane growers’ biggest market Budget: debt peaks but growth lagsBy Hasina KathradaThe projected economic growth trajectory remains insufficient to address structural unemployment Economists split on whether 2026 budget marks a real turning pointBy Hasina KathradaThe growth outlook is insufficient to alter unemployment dynamics, some argued Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Minister Tau’s intervention in Tongaat Hulett liquidation woesBy Sizwe sama YendeTau’s timely intervention aims to save THL from liquidation and save many jobs and small sugarcane growers’ biggest market Budget: debt peaks but growth lagsBy Hasina KathradaThe projected economic growth trajectory remains insufficient to address structural unemployment Economists split on whether 2026 budget marks a real turning pointBy Hasina KathradaThe growth outlook is insufficient to alter unemployment dynamics, some argued Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Budget: debt peaks but growth lagsBy Hasina KathradaThe projected economic growth trajectory remains insufficient to address structural unemployment Economists split on whether 2026 budget marks a real turning pointBy Hasina KathradaThe growth outlook is insufficient to alter unemployment dynamics, some argued Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Economists split on whether 2026 budget marks a real turning pointBy Hasina KathradaThe growth outlook is insufficient to alter unemployment dynamics, some argued Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Godongwana financially backs Ramaphosa’s tough talk on crimeBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has signalled increased spending on peace and security in his budget speech from R268.2 billion in 2025/26 to R291.2 billion in 2028/29. The allocation follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement in his State of the Nation address (Sona) that the defence force will be deployed alongside the police to combat illegal mining […] Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Social Grants get R292.8bn boostBy Mandisa NyathiFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana has confirmed increases to social grants, including old-age, disability and child support, supporting 26.5 million South Africans amid high unemployment. South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
South Africa to earmark R1.58 trillion towards social servicesBy Brian SokutuNational treasury officials said the costing for the deployment of soldiers in crime-affected areas — as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, his Sona, had not yet been done South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
South Africa’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2026 from 1.4% last yearBy Hasina KathradaOver the next three years, growth is projected to average 1.8% and reach 2% by 2028 Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Godongwana signals tough measures to fix broken water, electricity servicesBy Sheree BegaMinister warns that municipalities must reinvest collected revenue in essential services, citing Johannesburg’s water backlog of R64 billion Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
Godongwana holds better budget cards but economic recovery remains inadequateBy Brian SokutuLabour federations Cosatu and the South African Federation of Trade Unions have led calls for a budget that addresses massive unemployment and weak growth IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More Latest News Sharpeville’s legacy: how a massacre shaped the global fight against racism National Transport Conference: Gauteng is not waiting Zee Nxumalo isn’t chasing depth — she’s living it How sugar’s rise and collapse shaped KZN Prisoners, parolees and ghost workers on municipality payroll Kgomotso Seboko: The man finding Africa’s next top models War over positions in Zuma’s party Splish splash: Zingara’s new high-flying dance of bathtub joy ANC’s ‘own goals’ raise alarm Login Register Remember me Forgot Password? Sign in Register Free Account Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Email Reset Link body::-webkit-scrollbar { width: 7px; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-track { border-radius: 10px; background: #f0f0f0; } body::-webkit-scrollbar-thumb { border-radius: 50px; background: #dfdbdb }
IMF expects Godongwana to maintain budget surplus target of 1.5% of GDPBy Nkateko Joseph MabasaThe global lender said controlling the public sector wage bill would be critical and commended the government’s plans to address inefficiencies and provide incentives for early retirement Load More