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Teachers march against austerity measures harming South African education

Teachers affiliated with Sadtu protest against government austerity measures, demanding better conditions and funding for education.

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Rapula Moatshe|Published

Civil society challenges budget allocations in parliamentary hearings

Civil society groups and members of the public took the opportunity to voice their concerns on Wednesday during a parliamentary hearing on the budget for 2025-26 financial year.

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Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

MKP slams 'racist' banking practices as Cosatu protests VAT hikes

MKP's Luther Lebelo launches scathing attack on South Africa's major banks over alleged discriminatory practices and licensing bias, while Cosatu simultaneously protests Treasury's proposed VAT increases - highlighting growing tensions in SA's financial sector.

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Rapula Moatshe|Published