insert_link South Africa S.A President Ramaphosa Highlights Basic Needs as Top Priorities S.A's President, Cyril Ramaphosa says people's primary aspirations are adequate food, water, affordable electricity, and decent housing. In his inauguration speech, he affirmed the government's commitment to enhancing living standards and ensuring equitable access to vital services. According to Ramaphosa, socio-economic development and the fulfilment of basic rights are pivotal objectives for his second term, signalling a strong resolve to address critical issues affecting South Africans: todayJune 20, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa Optimism and Caution as South Africa’s Unity Government Takes Shape Investors are hopeful that South Africa's new unity government will implement stable economic policies to spur growth but remain cautious about the coalition's ability to reconcile significant ideological differences as reported by Reuters. After failing to secure a parliamentary majority in last month's national elections, the African National Congress, which has ruled since the end of apartheid in 1994, has formed an alliance with the pro-business Democratic Alliance and smaller […] todayJune 20, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Ramaphosa Pledges to Improve Living Conditions in Second Term On Wednesday, a weakened South African President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed that his new multi-party government would enhance basic living conditions for all citizens as he was sworn in for a second term. Ramaphosa's African National Congress will share power with five other parties after losing its parliamentary majority for the first time in 30 years in the May 29 election. todayJune 20, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Julius Malema Denies Endangering Lives During 2018 EFF Celebration EFF leader, Julius Malema has denied claims that he endangered lives by firing a shot in the air during the EFF’s fifth birthday celebrations in 2018 at Mdantsane's Sisa Dukashe Stadium. Malema and co-accused Adriaan Snyman are on trial in East London Regional Court for Malema's alleged firing of what appeared to be a rifle. He argued that no attendees opened a case against him and denies claims of intimidation: […] todayJune 20, 2024 56
insert_link South Africa S.A Outgoing minister of Police has thanked the people of South Africa for entrusting him with heading the police ministry Outgoing minister of Police, Bheki Cele has thanked the people of South Africa for entrusting him with heading the police ministry. Cele was speaking during the police national medal parade at the SAPS Academy in Tshwane West. He also thanked the ANC for appointing him to the position and had advice for whoever will step into the role in the coming days: todayJune 19, 2024 75
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Media24 has announced up to 400 employees may lose their jobs In S.A, Media24 has announced up to 400 employees may lose their jobs, with another 400 positions being transferred to other companies. Media24 CEO Ishmet Davidson said decades of declines in advertising and circulation have had a devastating impact on print publications. Meanwhile, The AfriForum party's head of cultural affairs, Alana Bailey, says Media24 betrays the Afrikaans community and the titles of publications that form part of the foundation upon […] todayJune 19, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s unity government: 4 crucial factors for it to work By Joleen Steyn Kotze, University of the Free State Governments of national unity built on power-sharing arrangements are common in Africa and elsewhere in the world. Now South Africa also has a unity government, following the 2024 general election in which no party won a majority. These governments foster stability through collaboration in grand coalitions. The premise is that in divided societies, stability can be achieved […] todayJune 19, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa Security Prepared in S.A as President Ramaphosa Visits Union Buildings The S.A National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure says it is ready to deal with any lawlessness at the Union Building in Pretoria where president Cyril Ramaphosa will today be sworn in as the head of the state. Police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe says no disruptions and unbecoming behaviour will be tolerated: Meanwhile, the S.A's PAC party says it has decided it will be part of the government of national unity. […] todayJune 19, 2024 24
insert_link Business / Economics Telkom S.A Reports Strong Financial Performance Driven by Mobile and Fibre Sectors Telkom, South Africa's third-largest mobile operator, has announced robust performance in its mobile and fibre sectors, leading to increased operating profits and margins for 2024. The company reported a 1.6% rise in group revenue to 43.2 billion rand, with core profit up by over 5% to 10 billion rand. Management expressed optimism about paying dividends by 2025, citing their digital infrastructure and ICT capabilities as key drivers for sustainable growth. todayJune 19, 2024 19
