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DA says it will not agree to implementation of NHI, BELA clauses, as it reflects on 100 days in office 

By: Thabi Shomolekae     11th October 2024 Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen says his party will not, “under any circumstances”, agree to the implementation of the National Health... 

DA leader John Steenhuisen & Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube reflect on the party's 100 days in the GNU (Camera & editing: Shadwyn Dickinson)
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EFF accuses NPA of shielding Ramaphosa as it declines to prosecute in Phala Phala matter  

By: Sashnee Moodley     11th October 2024 The Economic Freedom Fighters said on Friday that while it was dismayed by the National Prosecuting Authority’s decision not to pursue prosecutions... 

WWF South Africa CEO Dr Morné du Plessis

WWF data shows significant decline in monitored wildlife populations

By: Sabrina Jardim     11th October 2024 The average size of monitored wildlife populations has declined by 73% in the 50 years from 1970 to 2020, global conservation organisation the... 

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Anglo-Boer War: how a bloody conflict 125 years ago still shapes South Africa

10th October 2024 The 125th anniversary of the Anglo-Boer War of 1899-1902 is marked on 11 October 2024. Also known as the South African War or the Second Boer War,... 

South African Institute of International Affairs

Brics Economic Integration: Prospects and Challenges

10th October 2024 Amid the evolving global economic landscape, the Brics nations have emerged as proponents of economic multilateralism, challenging traditional... 

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Africa moves to finally harvest its solar energy potential

9th October 2024 Regular progress reports on Africa’s quest to meet its energy needs through solar power are necessary to gauge the continent’s progress towards... 

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The AU takes aim at Africa’s new brand of mercenaries

9th October 2024 A draft convention against mercenarism is a welcome step, but must include a strong oversight committee and clear reporting lines. The often... 

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Public Protector's Department of Correctional Services report relating to the escape of Thabo Bester

4th October 2024 Report no. 11 of 2024/25 on an investigation into allegations of improper conduct by the functionaries of the Department of Correctional Services... 

“They Destroyed What Was Inside Us” – Children with Disabilities Amid Israel’s Attacks on Gaza

“They Destroyed What Was Inside Us” – Children with Disabilities Amid Israel’s Attacks on Gaza

3rd October 2024 Following the Israeli military order to evacuate Beit Hanoun in northern Gaza, 13-year-old Malek Al Kafarna fled south with his parents, 7-year-old... 

 Gaza One Year Accountability Report

Gaza One Year Accountability Report

3rd October 2024 Israel’s war on Gaza, in response to the horrific attacks by Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups on 7 October 2023, is the latest and most... 

 Digital Assets Regulation: Insights from Jurisdictional Approaches

Digital Assets Regulation: Insights from Jurisdictional Approaches

3rd October 2024 There is a need for clear regulatory guidelines in the fast-evolving digital assets industry. This report, which builds on prior research by the... 

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ANC-EFF-ActionSA mayoral committee bad news for good government

ANC-EFF-ActionSA mayoral committee bad news for good government

14th October 2024 The three seats which have been given to the EFF in mayor Nasiphi Moya’s mayoral committee in the City of Tshwane are bad news for clean... 

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IFP Mourns the Passing of Dr Titus Tito Mboweni

14th October 2024 The Inkatha Freedom Party is deeply saddened by the passing of Former Minister of Labour (1994 - 1998) and Finance (2018 - 2021) and Governor of... 

BELA protest march: Give one day for the future of our children

14th October 2024 The day of protest against the Basic Education Act (BELA) will take place in Pretoria on Tuesday 5 November. According to Flip Buys, chairperson of... 

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DA submits motion to remove KwaDukuza Speaker of Council

14th October 2024 The Democratic Alliance in KwaDukuza have today submitted a motion of no confidence in the Speaker of Council, Councillor Govidammal “Dolly”... 

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Webber Wentzel

The High Cost Of Hidden Chats: Regulators Crack Down On Employee Messaging

8th October 2024 It is vital for employees to understand how to conduct themselves during dawn raids or interactions with regulators. Failure to do so may result in... 

Tax Consulting SA

Big 4 Want a Piece of the SARS Tender Pie

7th October 2024 In the recent SARS tender, RFP 15/2024, for Tax Consulting Services, it has become clear that even the biggest players in the game want a piece of... 

Tax Consulting SA

Tax Fraud Scandal: Let Tax Attorneys and Voluntary Disclosure Be Your Fixers

4th October 2024 The recent court appearance of a prominent television producer and his co-accused on charges of tax fraud totalling approximately R26-million,... 

Sabinet

Introducing Sabinet National Legislation’s new AI Research Assistant: Transforming Legislative research

4th October 2024 Sabinet’s acclaimed National Legislation service, NetLaw, has been a trusted resource for accessing South African legislation since its launch in... 

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