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Exclusive: The US military’s plans to cement its network of African bases
Formerly classified documents reveal an ambitious $330-million project to upgrade US military bases in Africa
Dramatic changes are coming to newsrooms across Africa
The pandemic could deliver a crippling blow to media houses across the continent
To really silence the guns, the AU’s resolve must be stronger
Conflict in Africa — and the world — is on the rise. The continent needs to take concrete measures to stop the escalating violence
The changing face of Burkina Faso’s terrorist threat
Burkina Faso has been experiencing regular attacks led by armed terrorist groups from neighbouring countries. Surrounded by six countries, it is the northern part...
Don’t disrupt Niger’s balancing act
Europe must tread carefully or risk
fuelling militancy and migration
An agenda for decent jobs in Africa
Governments should adopt policies that promote external competitiveness and labour market initiatives as well as establish special economic zones
Nigeria’s border closure has implications for Africa’s economic integration
Efforts to increase trade within the continent are being undermined from the start
No end in sight to Nigeria’s border closures
Nigeria's borders crossings with Benin and Niger remain sealed despite a warning that the shutdown is harming prosperity
Why Africans can’t move freely within their own continent
As things currently stand, only four member states (Mali, Niger, Rwanda and Sao Tome & Principe) have ratified the free movement protocol
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Gauteng responds to grave concern
The news of Gauteng’s grave site preparations raised alarm about the expected number of Covid-19-related deaths in the province
Demolition of hope in Hangberg
The City of Cape Town in June twice knocked down structures on land allocated for other purposes. The city says these were not evictions; residents ask why no police are available for rapes and murders
Corruption allegations: It’s a family affair at Dihlabeng municipality
The mayor, her relatives and their friends keep landing lucrative tenders and using state resources. Yet Lindiwe Makhalema has failed to declare the list of her relationships with people and companies benefiting from the municipality
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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES
An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
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
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
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
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners
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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised
SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
