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Unions offer to bankroll Cosatu’s Vavi congress

Article Matuma Letsoala & Mmanaledi Mataboge - 7 Nov 2013

Cosatu says it cannot afford the special conference needed to discuss Zwelinzima Vavi's fate, but his supporters have offered to fund it.

Outa: We call for civil courage, not disobedience

Article Sapa - 16 Oct 2013

The Opposition to Urban Tolling Alliance has rejected claims that it is encouraging Gauteng motorists to break the law.

E-tolls: Zuma opted for economy over election

Article Rapule Tabane - 27 Sep 2013

President Jacob Zuma has signed e-tolls into law - despite the ANC's campaign to avoid damaging Acts before next year's elections.

New Cosatu leaders by year end?

Article Matuma Letsoala & Charles Molele - 20 Sep 2013

A bid is under way to force federation to hold a special congress to deal with 'ANC lackeys'.

Vavi: Cosatu leaders shouldn’t serve on ANC NEC

Article Sapa - 17 Sep 2013

Suspended Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi says federation leaders must maintain their independence from the ANC's NEC to avoid confusion.

Vavi breaks silence to hit back at critics

Article Staff Reporter - 24 Aug 2013

Suspended Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi has broken his silence over claims of mismanagement in a series of tweets directed at critics.

‘Vavi covered up corruption to keep ally safe’

Article Matuma Letsoala - 21 Jun 2013

Zwelinzima Vavi's detractors say he covered up a report critical of his ally Collin Matjila, the chief executive of Cosatu's investment company.

No question on who Cosatu leaders are, says Dlamini

Article Sapa - 29 May 2013

Congress of South African Trade Unions general-secretary Zwelinzima Vavi will continue to serve in his position, the trade union federation has said.

Warring Cosatu leaders head for showdown over Vavi

Article Matuma Letsoala & Charles Molele - 24 May 2013

An investigation into Cosatu's general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi has brought tensions to a boil between leaders in the trade union federation.

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Sarah Smit - 13 Jul 2020

After months of complaining about the regulations imposed on the industry, taxi owners have been given a lifeline

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Mask rules are not meant to ‘criminalise’ the public

Sarah Smit - 13 Jul 2020

Shop owners and taxi drivers can now refuse entry to people who defy mandatory mask-wearing regulations

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Special Reports

Yvonne Chetty: a passion for an efficient public sector and mentoring

special reports - 13 Jul 2020

'Being affiliated to a professional body such as SAICA makes providing expert guidance and support to my colleagues that much easier'

Special Reports

Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow

Special Reports

Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date

Special Reports

Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA

Staff Reporter - 8 Jul 2020

SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations

Special Reports

Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities

Special Reports

Cheque value bundles – real value

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities

Special Reports

Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket

special reports - 6 Jul 2020

In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners

Special Reports

Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised

special reports - 3 Jul 2020

SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector