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Gauteng bursary students threaten protest action over nonpayment of fees

More than 300 students who are beneficiaries of the Gauteng Province's bursary scheme, the Gauteng City Region Academy (GCRA) have slammed the provincial government following months of their tuition fees and other allowances not being paid.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Loan sharks exploit vulnerable communities amid rising living costs

Community leaders are calling for a clampdown of loan sharks and more awareness around people getting trapped in a cycle of debt due to the high interest rates.

The Post News
Yoshini Perumal|Published

Gayton McKenzie responds to allegations of R400,000 monthly mismanagement in Silapha Wellness Programme

Minister Gayton McKenzie addresses serious allegations of mismanagement and unaccounted funds in the Silapha Wellness Intervention Programme.

News South Africa
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

New eThekwini billing format aims to simplify resident experience

Ethekwini residents express frustration over complex billing, prompting the Revenue Management Unit to implement a simplified billing system by December 2024

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

How to build a strong business credit profile for easier access to funding - Business Partners

Discover how to enhance your business credit profile and unlock funding opportunities in South Africa. With only 12% of SMEs accessing formal funding, learn essential strategies to improve your chances of securing financial support.

Business Report Entrepreneurs
Jeremy Lang|Published

Treasury's support helps KwaZulu-Natal Education Department address R443 million debt crisis

The National Treasury of South Africa has stepped in to assist the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education in settling a R443 million debt with the Department of Public Works, aiming to ensure the continuity of critical education projects

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

ActionSA rejects ANC budget proposal over VAT hike concerns, calls for new government

ActionSA informed the ANC that the approval votes for this budget need to come from the parties within the GNU, or alternatively, a new government capable of passing a budget must be formed.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Penny-wise and proud: 7 classic habits for today's thrifty South Africans

Discover how embracing frugal living habits from past generations can help South Africans navigate today's economic challenges with creativity and resilience.

Lifestyle Family
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Man unhappy after Old Mutual paid grandmother 90% of his portion from late mother's pension fund

The man was a minor when his mother passed on in 2008. He was due to receive 90% from the death benefit and his grandmother had to receive 10%.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Mchunu's secrecy on Phala Phala report sparks outrage among political parties

Opposition parties in Parliament criticise Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's decision to classify the Phala Phala report as 'Top-Secret,' demanding immediate transparency and accountability.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu declares Phala Phala investigation report 'top secret'

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reveals that the IPID's investigation into the Phala Phala break-in remains classified as 'top secret', raising questions about transparency and accountability.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Understanding financial and legal implications for cohabiting couples

Explore the crucial financial and legal considerations that cohabiting couples must understand for a secure future.

Business Advice
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Parliament committee urges Sassa to restore verification system after suspension of R370 grants

SASSA informed all Social Relief of Distress grant recipients that they are suspending their grant payments to verify and confirm their identity and prevent fraudulent applications.

News South Africa Gauteng
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Man who owes complex over R107,000 for levies ordered to settle his debt or stay in the dark

The Body Corporate said the man had breached his obligations regarding the payment of the levies and utilities over a period of 25 months from February 2021 to March 2023.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published