insert_link South Africa S.A’s EFF rejects Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement The Economic Freedom Fightersin South Africa have rejected the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, claiming the government favors private sector profits over job creation and economic growth. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana defended the budget in Parliament, emphasizing a commitment to sustainable public finances. EFF leader Julius Malema criticized the statement for overlooking the rising unemployment crisis. RISE Mzansi leader Songezo Zibi has called for financial reform to address national debt […] today31 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics DA leader and Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen endorsed the mid-term budget DA leader and Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen endorsed the mid-term budget, calling it the right step toward fiscal growth. Speaking outside Parliament, Steenhuisen commended the focus on debt reduction, infrastructure spending, halting bailouts for state-owned entities, and the end of e-tolls. He emphasises the DA’s role in driving reforms through the government of national unity, through economic growth and job creation: today31 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa ANC Announces January 8 Rally in Cape Town to Celebrate Party’s Founding To South Africa now, where the ANC has announced the upcoming January 8 rally will take place in Cape Town. The event marks the party's celebration of its founding and will serve as an opportunity to mobilise support and engage with members and the public. Mbalula told the media the party is expected to highlight its goals and achievements during the rally, further solidifying its presence in the region: today30 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa DA’s Gauteng Leader Challenges Premier Panyaza Lesufi to Public Debate on Water Crisis To South Africa now, the DA Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga is challenging premier Panyaza Lesufi to a public debate on the water crisis in the province. The provincial government has implemented level-one water restrictions until March next year to conserve water. Gauteng loses over 40-percent of clean water due to illegal connections and leakages. Msimanga says at the heart of the water crisis, is the failure of the provincial government […] today23 October, 2024
