insert_link South Africa SA’ s Presidency Confirms Election Date Announcement Within 15 Days After State of the Nation Address The South AFrica Presidency has officially confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa will reveal the election date within 15 days following today's State of the Nation Address. A subsequent proclamation will swiftly follow the announcement. Addressing concerns about delays, spokesperson Vincent Magwenya, in a media briefing on the president's weekly program, reassured the public of the timely process. Magwenya emphasized President Ramaphosa's awareness of the mandatory 90-day period between the announcement […] todayFebruary 8, 2024 20
insert_link Africa Nigerian set up AFCON final against hosts Ivory Coast Substitute forward Kelechi Iheanacho and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali played key roles as Nigeria beat South Africa 4-2 on penalties on Wednesday in an Africa Cup of Nations semi-final thriller. The three-time champions will face hosts Ivory Coast, who dominated the Democratic Republic of Congo but had to settle for a 1-0 win in Abidjan, in the final on Sunday. Nigeria triumphed after a 1-1 draw following extra time in Bouake […] todayFebruary 8, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa OUTA Boycotts State of the Nation Address, Citing Political Posturing The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse in South Africa announces its decision to boycott this year's State of the Nation Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The boycott is a protest against perceived political posturing and empty rhetoric during SONA. OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage encourages fellow South Africans to participate in this disengagement, expressing concerns that the address may prioritize political spectacle over addressing critical national issues. todayFebruary 7, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa South African Competition Commission Appeals Dismissal of Currency Manipulation Charges The South African Competition Commission seeks leave to appeal the judgment of the Competition Appeal Court, which dismissed currency manipulation charges against numerous local and international banks. The court had rejected the commission's case against 23 out of 28 banks accused of manipulating the rand-dollar exchange rate between 2007 and 2013. The appeal application targets 13 banks, including Standard Bank and Bank of America, according to commission spokesperson Siyabulela Makunga. […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa Urges Action on Unemployment Crisis Ahead of State of the Nation Address Build One South Africa plans to host an event outside City Hall in Cape Town, rallying the unemployed just before the State of the Nation address. Party leader Mmusi Maimane and deputy leader Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster will be present to amplify the voices of the unemployed. BOSA spokesperson Roger Solomons calls on President Cyril Ramaphosa to address the escalating unemployment crisis and announce effective interventions to stimulate the economy. todayFebruary 7, 2024 12
Lifestyle Zuleikha Mayat: South African author and activist who led a life of courage, compassion and integrity By Saleem Badat, University of the Free State Few Indian South African women have achieved wider public recognition than author, human rights and cultural activist Zuleikha Mayat, who passed away on 2 February 2024. An honorary doctorate from the University of KwaZulu-Natal was just one of many awards bestowed on her during a life that spanned almost 98 years. Mayat was a remarkable pioneer, evocative writer, public speaker, civic worker, […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa SA education Minister Nzimande Approves NSFAS Eligibility Criteria and Accommodation Financial Aid Caps Blade Nzimande, the South African Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, has given the green light to the proposed eligibility criteria for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and the conditions for financial aid related to accommodation. Under the approved criteria, university-managed self-catering and accredited private off-campus accommodation will be capped at 50,000 rand in metro areas and 41,000 rand in other areas per academic year. According to the […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Independent Electoral Commission Introduces Nomination Portal for Unrepresented Parties and Candidates The Chief Electoral Officer of the South Africa Independent Electoral Commission, Sy Mamabolo, announces the launch of a portal for capturing nomination signatures for unrepresented parties and independent candidates. This development follows the recently concluded registration weekend, during which Mamabolo also disclosed that the voters' roll has reached 27.4 million. The new portal aims to streamline the nomination process for parties and candidates preparing for the upcoming elections todayFebruary 7, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Education Mourns Grade 1 Learner’s Passing Linked to Spaza Shop Biscuits The Gauteng Education Department expresses condolences over the tragic death of a Grade 1 learner at Mandlethu Primary School in Tsakane, Brakpan. The learner reportedly passed away after consuming biscuits from a local spaza shop. The child fell ill in class, vomited, and unfortunately succumbed before paramedics arrived. Spokesperson Xolani Mkhwemte emphasizes the importance of parents being vigilant about certain spaza shop products in the wake of this unfortunate incident. […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 7
