SA’s inflation drops to 3.8-percent

SA’s inflation drops to 3.8-percent

South Africa's inflation rate fell to 3.8 percent last month, down from 4.4 percent in August, marking the lowest rate since early 2021 mainly due to lower transport costs as fuel prices dropped by nine percent from last year. Statistics South Africa’s Patrick Kelly.

October 23, 2024 20

Africa

Siya and Rachel Kolisi announce divorce after 10 years

South African rugby star Siya Kolisi and his wife, Rachel, have announced their divorce after over a decade together, leaving fans heartbroken. Known for sharing their love and family life on social media, the couple was admired as one of the country's power pairs. BBC Africa reports that their split has shocked many fans, sparking a frenzy on social media. The couple has requested respect and privacy as they navigate […]

October 23, 2024 21

Business / Economics

FlySafair launches first regional route between Cape Town and Windhoek

FlySafair has officially launched its first regional route, connecting Cape Town, South Africa, to Windhoek. The new flights will operate twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, addressing growing demand on the route, which has yet to recover fully to its pre-COVID-19 passenger volumes which currently stand at 83%. The new route is expected to boost tourism and improve travel links between Namibia and South Africa. Namibia Airports Company Chairperson, […]

October 23, 2024 20

Africa

SA’s government denies Chinese pressure on Taiwan office relocation in Pretoria

South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation has denied claims that the government has been pressured by China to order the relocation of Taiwan’s office from Pretoria to Johannesburg. Taiwan’s Foreign minister, Lin Chia-lung, has accused South Africa of violating a 1997 agreement between the two countries. Dirco’s spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri, spoke to Newzroom Afrika.

October 23, 2024 29

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Oshiwambo

Cyril Ramaphosa audaneka ekwatafano lavo na Russia tali pula komesho

Omu President wa SA Cyril Ramaphosa, okwa kwashilipaleka ekwatafano lavo no mupresident wa Russian, Vladimir Putin tali pula komesho. oshikundaneki sho africanews osha lopota kutya, Ramaphosa edi okwe dipopila moshilando Kazan, omo vashakena nambushe waye moilonga wa Russia, oku kufa ombinga moshongalele oshi 16th shoilyolongo yo BRICS. Meenghundafana dovaleli voilyolongo yopavali oda talika dali yoo da pambula kombinga yoomaupyakadi akuma ounyuni oshoyo ekwatafano okulongela kumwe pokati ka Pretoria na Moscow. […]

October 23, 2024 7 1

South Africa

S.A’s Auditor-General Reports Over R3.48 Billion in Wasteful Expenditure by Government Departments

The South African Office of the Auditor-General says over the last five years, 36 government departments incurred irregular and wasteful expenditures of 1.48-billion-rand. State-owned entities incurred more than two-billion-rand. The departments of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Basic Education, Police, Tourism, and Treasury were some of the big contributors to wasteful and irregular expenditure. AG's head of audit, Bongi Ngoma, told Parliament’s standing committee on Appropriations, that some of […]

October 23, 2024 6

Business / Economics

The DA says the port of Cape Town is facing major operational challenges

To South Africa, where the DA says the port of Cape Town is facing major operational challenges, warning these issues could severely impact the upcoming fruit export season. According to the party, the port, managed by Transnet, missed key targets in July and August, including container movements and ship turnaround times. The DA’s Noko Masipa urged Transnet to fast-track private sector involvement to boost efficiency and prevent disruptions that harm […]

October 23, 2024 11

Africa

Nelson Mandela Bay residents evacuated due to heavy rains and floods

Severe flooding following heavy rain overnight has resulted in scores of Eastern Cape residents, particularly in Gqeberha and Kariega, being evacuated. A level six warning of heavy rain was issued yesterday. Gift of the Givers’ operations manager, Ali Sablay, told the SABC they are currently in contact with the local disaster management teams who are identifying and trying to evacuate more residents in different areas. Meanwhile, more heavy rain is […]

October 22, 2024 24

South Africa

DA Calls for Urgent Parliamentary Debate on National Water Crisis Amid Gauteng Shortage Concerns

To South Africa, where the DA has requested an urgent debate in Parliament on the ongoing national water crisis. This follows a warning from Rand Water in Gauteng about possible shortages if municipalities do not implement the necessary recommendations. The party’s George Michalakis calls for oversight of the national water task team and related departments, stating that the Gauteng provincial government has not acted quickly enough:

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