Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that he will re-examine the 2026/27 budget following a temporary reduction in the general fuel levy. The review comes as the government seeks to provide relief to motorists facing rising fuel prices. In a joint statement with Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Gwede Mantashe, they said the levy would […]
The government has temporarily reduced the fuel levy by R3 per litre to ease the impact of sharp fuel price increases on South African motorists. The intervention is aimed at providing short-term relief as global oil prices continue to rise. Despite the reduction, fuel prices are still expected to increase due to international market pressures […]
Chinese tech giant Huawei has recorded a slowdown in its revenue growth, with its latest annual report showing only modest gains compared to the previous year. The dip reflects weaker momentum in its consumer business, particularly as sales of smartphones and other devices begin to level off. The slowdown comes amid sluggish domestic demand in […]
UPDATE: The case against 22-year-old driver Ayanda Dludla, accused in the deadly Vaal scholar transport crash, has been postponed to 22 April following his brief appearance in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate’s Court. He is facing serious charges, including 14 counts of murder, three counts of attempted murder, and operating a vehicle without a valid certificate of […]
After nearly six years away from live performances, Celine Dion is officially making her much-anticipated return to the stage, delighting fans worldwide. The five-time Grammy winner, known for iconic hits like “My Heart Will Go On” and “It’s All Coming Back To Me Now,” has been absent from full-length concerts, leaving a noticeable gap in […]
South Africa’s Women’s cricket team, the Proteas, will aim to secure a series win against New Zealand in the second ODI at Wellington’s Basin Reserve on Wednesday. They currently lead the three-match series 1-0 after a thrilling two-wicket victory in the opening game in Christchurch on Sunday. Debutant Kayla Reyneke starred in the win, scoring […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted Operation Vulindlela, meaning “to open the way” in isiZulu, as a collaborative initiative between the Presidency and the National Treasury, working alongside other government departments. The program aims to drive the implementation of comprehensive economic reforms to accelerate South Africa’s growth. The core objective of Operation Vulindlela is to lower the […]
The Gauteng ANC has welcomed the approval of key provincial budget bills, saying they will enable the government to fund essential services and respond to major challenges facing the province. The budget focuses on issues such as unemployment, crime, poor infrastructure, and service delivery, while aligning with Human Rights Month’s theme of making human dignity […]
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has called on parents to urgently apply for Grade 8 placements for the 2027 academic year. With only two weeks remaining, about 28,000 current Grade 7 learners have not yet submitted their applications. The on-time admissions window closes on 14 April 2026. Provincial Education Minister David Maynier emphasized that […]
Pretoria- A legal challenge to overturn Advocate Andy Mothibi’s appointment as National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) has been dismissed by the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria. The challenge, filed by Barnabas Xulu, argued that the advisory panel used to select NDPP candidates was unconstitutional and that Mothibi was not interviewed. The court ruled that […]