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David Masondo's mission: Running the 2025 Comrades Marathon to support Early Childhood Development
As the 2025 Comrades Marathon approaches, Deputy Finance Minister David Masondo gears up to raise R25 000 for Early Childhood Development, aiming to make a significant impact on South Africa's future.
[COMMENT] ANC ‘renewal’ is a failed strategy
The ANC continues to prove why the so-called renewal of the organisation, championed by its President Cyril Ramaphosa, is a failed strategy.
SA can expect to be off the grey list by October 2025, says Masondo
The estimation of SA being off the grey list by February 2025 is not realistic.
Steel and engineering sector up for revitalisation, says Deputy Finance Minister Masondo
“We are working with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to explore options for off-balance sheet financing, a strategy that will accelerate private sector investment in transmission projects. ”
If you’re planning to dip into your retirement funds, seek financial advice urges deputy finance minister
Deputy Finance Minister David Masondo urges those wanting to make use of the two-pot retirement system to seek financial advice.
Overcoming the trust deficit is key to a stable political centre
The GNU discussions were characterised by a trust deficit among politicians. The delay in reaching an agreement was because of this lack of trust, coupled with political greed and failure to put the citizens first, the writer says.
The economy is in safe hands as the GNU braces for delivery
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed well-qualified people to the departments, especially those who will lead the critical economic cluster portfolios.