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But More Support for Workers and Social Grants CAPE TOWN:- Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the 2025 budget speech, bringing both good and bad news for South Africans. The Good News More money for social grants – The government is increasing payments: Old-age and disability grants go up by R130 Child support grants rise by … Read More “South Africans Face VAT Hike” »
As Cruise Liners Dock – A Boost for Local Businesses Cape Town, 12 March 2025 – Cape Town’s waterfront is buzzing with excitement as two major cruise liners, MSC Musica and Norwegian Dawn, docked in the city early this morning. Over 5,000 tourists and 2,000 crew members stepped onto South African soil, eager to explore … Read More “Cape Town Welcomes Over 5,000 Tourists” »
A Burden or a Break for Ordinary Citizens? Cape Town – Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the highly anticipated 2025 National Budget Speech today, unveiling measures that could have significant implications for ordinary South Africans. While the government aims to stabilize the economy and boost revenue, concerns are rising over the potential impact on taxpayers, … Read More “South Africa’s Budget 2025” »
Cape Town – Wouter Wessels, the National Chairperson and Chief Spokesperson for Finance at the FF Plus, has raised concerns about South Africa’s worsening financial crisis, highlighting the impact of Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) on the economy. “South Africa is facing an unprecedented financial crisis, and ordinary citizens are bearing the brunt of it. The … Read More “The Impact of BEE and Corruption on Ordinary South Africans” »
SALDANHA BAY:- Day 8 of the Joshlin Smith trial has provided key testimony, offering insight into crucial moments following the child’s disappearance. The court heard from Joshlin’s teacher, who detailed her conversations with Kelly, Joshlin’s mother, in the aftermath of the case. Teacher’s Testimony Describing Joshlin as a quiet and withdrawn child, the teacher recalled … Read More ” Joshlin Smith Trial – Day 8″ »
🌍 WEATHER ALERT 📅 Issued: 12 March 2025 Residents across the West Coast are urged to take immediate precautions as extreme heat and damaging winds are set to impact the region from today. 🔥 EXTREME HEAT ALERT 📍 Affected Areas: Bergrivier, Cederberg, Matzikama ⏳ Time: 12 March 2025 | 08H00 – 20H00 🌡️ Temperature: Expected … Read More “Extreme Heat & Damaging Winds Warning” »
CEDERBERG – A devastating veldfire that ignited on Friday, 8 March 2025, continues to rage in the Cederberg region, with firefighting teams battling the flames in difficult terrain. The wildfire remains active below Grootkrakadouw Peak, with two major fire lines—one above Grasvlei and another above Ghoboom. While the Brugkraal fire has been brought under control … Read More “Update – Veldfire in Cederberg Area” »
Dark Secrets Unfold as Social Worker Exposes Troubling Family History Saldanha Bay:- The disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith has gripped the nation, and as the trial enters its seventh day, shocking revelations continue to surface. Courtroom drama intensified when José Emke, Joshlin’s father, collapsed during proceedings, while a social worker’s testimony painted a disturbing picture … Read More “Day 7 in the Joshlin Smith Trial” »
A War Zone in the Western Cape – Who Will Stop the Violence? The Western Cape is once again making headlines for all the wrong reasons. In just three days, 94 people lost their lives to brutal murders, a death toll that surpasses the annual fatal shootings of some European countries. The question that must … Read More “94 Murders in Three Days” »
For Racial Hiring Policy Spark National Debates CAPE TOWN:- Gayton McKenzie, South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture, has recently faced allegations of promoting racial discrimination within his department. The controversy arose from an employment circular that specified preference for certain racial groups, stating: “preference would be given to coloured males, Indian males, white … Read More “Gayton McKenzie Under Fire” »
