“We urge all qualifying customers to take advantage of this limited-time opportunity.” The Alfred Nzo District Municipality has announced the launch of a comprehensive Debt Relief Scheme aimed at helping residents and businesses regain control of their municipal accounts. According to a statement issued by the ANDM Communications Unit, the initiative is designed to alleviate…
“EC stands firmly with the students and workers of UFH against the on-going exclusions.” The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the Eastern Cape has issued a statement expressing solidarity with students and workers at the University of Fort Hare (UFH). The statement reads: “EC stands firmly with the students and workers of UFH against the…
“The training is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their businesses,” The Greater Kokstad Municipality, in partnership with the Harry Gwala District Development Agency, iThala Development Finance Corporation, and Vision Africa the accredited skills development provider, recently hosted a workshop in Kokstad aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs. The…
The Matatiele Local Municipality has taken a significant step toward boosting local economic development and job creation following the council’s adoption of a motion to establish a municipal-owned brick manufacturing plant. The proposal, tabled by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), aims to capitalize on the high demand for building materials in the area while also…
Francois Rodgers has welcomed the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) investigation authorized by President Cyril Ramaphosa into iThala SOC Limited (iThala). The probe aims to assess alleged corruption and fraudulent activity in the awarding of a R34 million tender to the IT company Tech Mahindra, dating back to 2017. He said, some of the concerning allegations…
The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in KwaZulu-Natal is gearing up for its provincial conference, scheduled to take place on Friday, the 7th, at a yet-to-be-confirmed venue. This conference follows the 2022 gathering, which was marred by disorganization. As the province prepares for this significant event, many are eager to participate and make their…
Donald Trump’s recent statement about investigating alleged human rights violations in South Africa sent shockwaves throughout the country. While the political implications of his words are still being debated, the economic consequences of the statement could have far-reaching effects on South Africa’s trade relationships, investment, and growth. This publication spoke with independent economist Mthobeli Mankahla…
