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South Africa’s President calls for unified efforts to boost the economy

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa called for unified efforts across all levels of government to boost the economy. In his address to Mpumalanga's provincial executive, he emphasised the importance of cooperation, collaboration, and effective planning to drive inclusive economic growth. Ramaphosa says aligning strategies and collaborating will promote inclusive growth, create jobs, and ensure economic benefits reach all South Africans:  

todayDecember 11, 2024 14

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Cosatu Hails Ramaphosa’s Signing of Railway Safety Bill

  S.A Union Cosatu welcomes president Cyril Ramaphosa’s assenting of the Railway Safety Bill, saying this is a long overdue and important piece of legislation. The new law provides for the regulation of railway safety and the continued existence of the Railway Safety Regulator. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says they welcome the progressive objectives and provisions of the Bill, that seek to overhaul the often-weak health and safety provisions governing the […]

todayDecember 6, 2024 16

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S.A’s Cabinet Lauds Energy Action Plan for Sustained Power Supply

The South African Cabinet has commended the successful implementation of the national energy action plan, led by Electricity and Energy minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. The plan has contributed to 252 continuous days of power supply, and a saving of 17.37-billion-rand. In her media address, minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said cabinet was also updated on Eskom’s progress with the successful rollover of 5.5-million prepaid meters:  

todayDecember 6, 2024 13

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DA Backs Education Department’s Plan to Address Literacy

  In S.A, the DA supports the Department of Basic Education’s proposed interventions after studies revealed declines in literacy and numeracy skills. The reports show that many Grade 6 learners are unable to meet basic reading and math standards. The DA welcomes efforts to improve early childhood development and promote mother-tongue bilingual education. The party's Delmaine Christians says these measures are crucial for ensuring better educational outcomes:  

todayDecember 6, 2024 8

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Eskom CEO Highlights Data-Driven Approach and Governance

In S.A, Eskom CEO Dan Marokane says a data-driven approach and enhanced governance practices underpin the power utility’s financial and operational improvements. He briefed Parliament’s portfolio committee on Electricity and Energy yesterday. He adds that extending the life of coal power stations is one of the reasons for improvement in generation and load-shedding: Marokane also says the biggest risk factor is the non-payment of electricity bills by state institutions like […]

todayDecember 5, 2024 8

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AfriForum Challenges Eskom’s Tariff Hike Proposal

In S.A, AfriForum has opposed Eskom's proposed 36.15-percent power tariff hike at Gauteng's public consultation today. AfriForum's Morné Mostert emphasised that consumers, particularly low-income households, cannot bear the burden of Eskom's mismanagement. Mostert confirms that AfriForum has submitted a petition to further challenge the increase:  

todayDecember 5, 2024 12

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Nigeria Seeks South Africa’s Support to Join G20 and BRICS

The Nigerian government has officially requested South Africa's endorsement for its bid to join the G20 and BRICS groups of leading economies. According to Duetsche Welle, Nigeria's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, made the request during bi-annual talks in Cape Town. South Africa, which recently assumed the G20 presidency, has welcomed Nigeria's request. The move highlights the ongoing political and economic rivalry between the two nations.

todayDecember 5, 2024 10

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Calls Grow In S.A for Minister Simelane’s Suspension

Defend Our Democracy South Africa calls for former Justice minister Thembi Simelane to be removed from her new role as minister of Human Settlements over fresh corruption allegations. The group’s executive director, Zaakirah Vadi, urges president Cyril Ramaphosa to suspend her pending the outcome of the investigation:  

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