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South Africa recalls J&J's cough syrup sold in six African nations after suspected toxicity 
By: Reuters 15th April 2024 South Africa's health regulator said on Saturday it is recalling batches of Johnson & Johnson's children's cough syrup after detection of high... →
National register of polluters necessary to deal with water pollution, says DWS
By: Natasha Odendaal 15th April 2024 The establishment of a national register of polluters will be key to dealing with the pollution of the environment and water sources in South... →
Deceased metals legend David Davis will be missed
By: Martin Creamer 12th April 2024 Metal markets analyst Dr David Davis, who passed away this week at the age of 77, was closely associated with the platinum, gold and uranium mining... →
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Rwanda’s genocide could have been prevented: 3 things the international community should have done – expert
10th April 2024 As the world marks the 30th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi ethnic group in Rwanda, it is important to understand what the... →
The new kid on the block
10th April 2024 The party with most media coverage is, of course, Mr Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party. Mr Zuma was the number 1 candidate on that party’s list,... →
Kidnappings in Chad could spark a regional security crisis
9th April 2024 Kidnappers have terrorised Chad’s southern Mayo-Kebbi West and Logone Oriental provinces for over two decades. Between 2020 and 2023, the number of... →
Governing party’s election jobs promise stunningly inadequate
8th April 2024 The ruling party is promising 3.5-million “work opportunities” in its election manifesto – primarily government funded jobs consisting of... →
Recommendations
ISS Energy Thematic Futures
11th April 2024 We begin this theme by discussing the critical role of energy in human development and provide a brief history of energy production and demand.... →
Space: The $1.8 Trillion Opportunity for Global Economic Growth
9th April 2024 Space technologies can tackle many of the world’s most pressing business and societal challenges. This report by the World Economic Forum and... →
Africa’s Pulse: An analysis of issues shaping Africa’s economic future
8th April 2024 The April 2024 edition of Africa’s Pulse, a biannual survey of African economies, finds that economic activity is set to rebound in Sub-Saharan... →
An oath to uphold Human Rights – A manifesto for South African political parties and candidates
3rd April 2024 It is crucial for political parties and candidates contesting elections to commit to ensure that the human rights of all are upheld ahead of and... →
Statements
Unisa to award honorary doctorate to Dr Esther Mahlangu in recognition of her mathematical prowess
15th April 2024 Dr Esther Mahlangu, a living legend and cultural ambassador for South Africa and the Ndebele people will be awarded an honorary doctorate by the... →
New NSFAS administrator will have a difficult road while Blade remains Higher Education Minister
15th April 2024 The DA notes the appointment of Sithembiso Freeman Nomvalo as the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) administrator. As administrator, Mr... →
ActionSA Challenges Leaders of 4 largest Political Parties Represented in Parliament to Undergo Lifestyle Audits
15th April 2024 ActionSA has written to the leaders of the four largest political parties represented in the national assembly, being the ANC, DA, EFF and IFP, to... →
Over 9 300 jobs supported over Western Cape summer tourism season to date
15th April 2024 Preliminary figures from the first three months (Dec-Feb) of the four-month peak summer tourism season, indicate the arrival of almost half a... →
Press Offices
Harmonising family offices with private equity for mutual growth
10th April 2024 In recent years, family offices have emerged as formidable players in the global financial landscape, managing substantial wealth on behalf of... →
South Africa now offers a remote Work Visa for foreigners
10th April 2024 The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) on 28 March 2024 Gazetted a set of Immigration Regulations which allowed foreigners to come work and stay in... →
Tax Court Bullying Judgment Set-Aside and “court” status brought into question - Appeal Reignites Debate Over Lay Representation in the Tax Court
9th April 2024 A recent tax dispute ruling has reignited the age-old debate over the right of appearance by a lay person in the Tax Court and whether the Tax... →
Why businesses should care about the ins and outs of international arbitration
8th April 2024 While emotions might run high during a business disagreement, choosing the right dispute resolution method is a practical decision. Dispute... →
