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New hope for Newcastle as ArcelorMittal defers long steel business wind down
ArcelorMittal South Africa announces a six-month deferral of the wind down of its Long Steel Business, bringing hope to the Newcastle community and preserving thousands of jobs
Government steps in to save South Africa's struggling steel industry
The South African government is in urgent negotiations with ArcelorMittal South Africa to prevent the closure of key steel manufacturing plants, offering substantial financial support and industry reforms to protect thousands of jobs and maintain domestic steel production capacity.
Opposition voices concern over Health Minister's cannabis foodstuff ban
The recent ban on cannabis-based foodstuffs by Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi faces growing opposition from political parties and industry leaders, while calls mount for President Ramaphosa's intervention. The controversial decision impacts South Africa's emerging hemp and cannabis sector, prompting concerns about economic implications
Parliamentarians outraged over delay in national lottery licence appointment
"Parliament demands answers as Trade Minister Parks Tau faces scrutiny over the controversial one-year postponement of the National Lottery licence tender process. The R180 billion tender delay raises concerns about ministerial involvement and operational transparency