insert_link South Africa Gun Free South Africa calls for urgent reforms Gun Free South Africa director Adèle Kirsten has raised concerns over the weekend mass shooting of 18 people in Lusikisiki. Statistics show that 34 gun-related fatalities are reported daily, with 24 guns lost. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Kirsten is advocating for stricter gun reforms. todayOctober 1, 2024 35
insert_link South Africa The DA says it opposes any proposed increases to South Africa’s national minimum wage In S.A. the DA says it opposes any proposed increases to South Africa’s national minimum wage, as it will only worsen the country’s already extremely high unemployment rate. Monday marked the final opportunity for stakeholders to submit their written comments on potential changes to the national minimum wage. The DA’s, Michael Bagraim, says maintaining the current minimum wage level strikes a necessary balance between protecting existing workers and opening the […] todayOctober 1, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Deputy President Outlines Strategic Priorities for Economic Growth and Development During UK Visit South Africa's Deputy president Paul Mashatile says the government of national unity’s strategic priorities are to achieve sustainable economic growth, alleviate poverty, and develop an ethical, capable developmental state. He is currently on a working visit to the UK, which is one of South Africa’s most significant bilateral partners, particularly in trade, investment, tourism, and the Just Energy Transition. Speaking to Bloomberg, Mashatile says the government of national unity is […] todayOctober 1, 2024 38
insert_link South Africa EFF in Gauteng says it is concerned about the Emfuleni Municipality’s failure to pay municipal workers The EFF in Gauteng says it is concerned about the Emfuleni Municipality's failure to pay municipal workers their salaries this month, due to its dire financial state. This comes as Eskom recently attached the municipality’s four bank accounts due to an outstanding electricity debt of eight-billion-rand. The EFF’s, Baleni Dumisani, says at the core of the municipality's issues is a deeply entrenched culture of corruption among municipal officials and ANC […] todayOctober 1, 2024 7
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Legislature Calls for Stability and Swift Election Following Tshwane Mayor’s Removal The Gauteng legislature’s portfolio committee on Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs has urged for stability in Tshwane following the removal of Mayor Cilliers Brink. Chairperson Mzi Khumalo emphasized the need for a quick mayoral election to maintain smooth municipal operations and uninterrupted service delivery. Spokesperson Pfano Bulasigobo stated the committee will remain engaged to ensure a transparent process prioritizing residents' needs. todayOctober 1, 2024 24
insert_link Business / Economics Experian Index Shows Slight Improvement in South African Consumer Credit Defaults The latest Experian Consumer Default of South Africa Index has recorded a slight improvement in the credit defaulting behaviour of South African consumers. The improvement is across various loan types such as personal loans, home loans, vehicle loans and credit cards in the three months that ended in June. The index indicates how consumers appear to have marginally improved in their debt management. Experian's Jaco van Jaarsveldt told SABC News […] todayOctober 1, 2024 24
insert_link South Africa Gauteng Seeks Alternative Funding to Boost Fiscal Sustainability With No E-Toll Refunds for Motorists Gauteng aims to enhance fiscal sustainability by exploring alternative funding sources like public-private partnerships, donor funding, and developmental finance. Finance MEC Lebogang Maile says the 2025 budget aims for debt stabilisation and sustained service delivery. The province has to cope with a smaller budget and also pay e-toll debt. Maile also clarified that motorists who paid for e-tolls will not be refunded: todayOctober 1, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa SA’s Ramaphosa says the current approach to world peace is unjust, unfair and unsustainable South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa says at a time when the threats to international peace and security are many and complex, the world’s security can no longer be placed in the hands of a few major powers. He attended the United Nations General Assembly in New York last week. In his weekly newsletter, Ramaphosa said the current approach to world peace is unjust, unfair, and unsustainable, and the UN Security […] todaySeptember 30, 2024 45
insert_link South Africa KwaZulu-Natal MEC Siboniso Duma Expresses Confidence in Preparedness for Severe Weather KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, says he is satisfied with the level of preparedness for the inclement weather expected from today. This follows a yellow level two warning issued by the South African Weather Service for heavy rainfall, severe thunderstorms, and snow in the province. Duma says a satellite base has been set up in Van Reenen along the N3, where snowfall is anticipated: todaySeptember 30, 2024 18