South Africa’s finance minister, Enoch Godongwana, is set to make a second attempt at presenting an acceptable budget to a fractious coalition government. The stakes are...
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces a challenging 2025 Budget, navigating economic pressures from US aid cuts, a rising public sector wage bill, and social grant expansions....
The global economic and political landscape is undergoing a major transformation, with two powerful groups—G20 and BRICS+—at the center of this shift. While the G20 has...
The City of Johannesburg has announced an ambitious R10 billion plan to revitalise hostels across the city, aiming to address poor living conditions and introduce new...
With the government shutdown deadline looming this Friday, House Republicans are accusing Democrats of opposing a critical funding bill out of their alleged hatred for Elon...
Johannesburg Water has launched a disconnection drive targeting customers with outstanding municipal bills, aiming to recoup R2.7 million owed by 15 high-debt customers. The operation, conducted...
In a significant development for South Africa’s labour landscape, the national earnings threshold is set to increase to R261,748 per annum (approximately R21,800 per month) in March 2025. This change, which aligns...
The trial surrounding the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith took a dramatic turn this week as a key witness testified that Racquel “Kelly” Smith, Joshlin’s mother, was not where...
In a move underscoring its commitment to the One China policy, South Africa has formally requested the Taipei Liaison Office (TLO) to relocate its offices from Pretoria to Johannesburg. The decision, communicated...
The City of Johannesburg has unveiled plans to rename several streets and public facilities in Eldorado Park and Westbury, sparking both celebration and controversy. The proposed...
