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Israeli troops move into Lebanon, extending fight with Hezbollah
By: Bloomberg 1st October 2024 Israel sent soldiers into southern Lebanon, escalating its weeks-long campaign to degrade the Hezbollah militant group, and raising the risks of a... →
Blyvoor gold mine expects to ramp up to 80 000 oz in three years – Aurous 
By: Martin Creamer 30th September 2024 Blyvoor gold mine on Johannesburg’s West Rand has sold 16% more gold to the end of August, Aurous Gold stated in a mid-year release on Monday. Gold... →
MKP appeals Hlophe’s interdict ruling, requests postponement of JSC sitting
By: Thabi Shomolekae 30th September 2024 The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) will urgently appeal what it calls the “erroneous and unjustifiable” interdict ruling against its Parliamentary... →
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Opinions
Climate change law hinges on effective local government
25th September 2024 Municipalities are crucial for the implementation of the new legislation, yet they face many challenges The signing of the Climate Change Act is a... →
South Africa has a new education law: some love it, some hate it – education expert explains why
20th September 2024 South Africa has a new law governing education. The Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act changes several aspects of how schools are managed.... →
Indian billionaire Adani is eyeing Kenya’s main airport, and the govt is backing the deal. But are the official talking points factual?
20th September 2024 On 11 September 2024, Kenya's main Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, or JKIA, was grounded for a day as aviation workers went on strike. The... →
Hope beyond hype?
20th September 2024 The current scepticism surrounding the prospects for green hydrogen in South Africa and globally is only natural. A gap was inevitably going to... →
Recommendations
Cybersecurity Economics for Emerging Markets
18th September 2024 In our increasingly interconnected world, where digital technologies are rapidly transforming multiple aspects of daily life, the critical role of... →
The Sixth South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, and Behaviour Survey
17th September 2024 The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) released the key findings of the Sixth South African HIV Prevalence, Incidence, and Behaviour Survey... →
Addressing gender inequalities in national action plans on antimicrobial resistance
17th September 2024 National action plans on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) often overlook the critical intersection of gender, despite evidence that exposure and... →
Charting the Future of Earth Observation: Technology Innovation for Climate Intelligence
17th September 2024 Satellite Earth observation (EO) technologies are revolutionizing climate intelligence, offering vital insights into our rapidly changing... →
Statements
ACSA welcomes new routes and additional flights to SA
2nd October 2024 Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is excited to welcome new flight routes and additional flights to several of its airports, seamlessly... →
ActionSA Has Laid Criminal Charges Against Justice Minister Thembi Simelane
1st October 2024 ActionSA has laid criminal charges against Justice Minister Thembi Simelane for alleged violations of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt... →
DA welcomes fuel price cuts as GNU strengthens economic recovery
1st October 2024 The DA welcomes the latest announcement of significant fuel price cuts, marking the fifth consecutive month of reductions. This decline in fuel... →
DA submits complaint to Public Service Commission over allegations against the National Housing Finance Corporation
1st October 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) has filed a formal complaint with the Public Service Commission (PSC), calling for an urgent investigation into the... →
Press Offices
Sparking Entry into the Electricity Market
19th September 2024 Solar energy remains a desirable source of electricity for businesses even “after” loadshedding, but high costs can be prohibitive. The DTIC‘s... →
High Court Pronounces Landmark Decision on Instagram Video
19th September 2024 On 30 July 2024, the High Court of Tanzania (Dar es Salaam Sub-Registry) delivered a judgment in Civil Appeal No. 978 of 2024. In the said... →
Is SARS owing you? The opportunity for interest on a VAT refund
19th September 2024 Many South African businesses who are on the receiving end of delayed VAT refunds from the Taxman, may be unaware that there are instances where... →
Make your will easy to carry out with a comprehensive estate plan
18th September 2024 While a Will is essential for communicating your final wishes, its effectiveness hinges on ensuring it is part of a comprehensive estate plan. This... →
