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Senior leaders of South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) could face personal sanctions from the United States after a bill targeting the country’s foreign policy was advanced by the House Foreign Affairs Committee. The legislation, passed with an overwhelming majority (31-19), seeks to review U.S. relations with South Africa, citing its case against Israel […]

Years after their retrenchment, former Exxaro employees in Arnot, Mpumalanga, say they have been left with nothing but “dust and false promises” following the transfer of the mine to Arnot Opco in 2020. The workers, who were assured of job opportunities and business benefits under a Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) deal, now accuse the company

In a historic move, the African National Congress (ANC) has bowed to pressure from the Democratic Alliance (DA), agreeing to fire Higher Education Minister Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane, whom the opposition party accuses of corruption and lying to Parliament. The concession comes as part of a tense negotiation to secure DA support for the critical Appropriations

A staggering 70% of South Africans are grappling with financial anxiety, according to the latest Money Stress Tracker survey by DebtBusters. While this marks a slight drop from 75% in 2023, the figure remains alarmingly high, with women bearing the brunt of the stress. Financial Stress Taking a Toll The fourth annual survey highlights how money worries

One of the three properties linked to the infamous Gupta family was sold for R3 million at a high-profile auction this week, marking a significant step in the ongoing liquidation of assets tied to the brothers accused of state capture. Staff Quarters Fetch Lower-Than-Expected Price The sold property, believed to be the staff quarters of

Gauteng police have confirmed the arrest of three suspects in connection with the brutal assault of three teenagers accused of theft in Chiawelo, Soweto. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, resulted in the death of a 20-year-old, while two 17-year-olds remain hospitalized. Vigilante Justice Turns Deadly According to police spokesperson Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi, the victims were

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has launched an aggressive campaign to disconnect electricity and water to properties with overdue accounts, targeting both residential and commercial offenders. In a recent operation, officials discovered a guesthouse in the affluent Summerstrand area with an illegal electricity connection, bypassing the municipal meter entirely. Zero Tolerance for Non-Payment and Illegal

International relations expert Dr. Kingsley Makhubela has warned that the United States could extend sanctions to President Cyril Ramaphosa and other senior African National Congress (ANC) leaders if a proposed bill targeting South African officials passes in Congress. The bill, which has gained traction among US lawmakers, could see ANC leaders barred from entering the

The National Assembly has passed the 2025 Appropriation Bill, authorizing government expenditure for the coming financial year, but not without sharp divisions and last-minute political maneuvering. The bill was approved with 260 votes in favor and 88 against, with opposition parties such as the MK Party, EFF, and ATM rejecting it outright. The Democratic Alliance

Government officials and business leaders convened in Johannesburg this week to address the chronic dysfunction plaguing many municipalities, which has led to poor service delivery and challenging operating conditions for businesses. The meeting, attended by the Ministry of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), and the Association of South African