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Politicians praise historic matric pass rate 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 14th January 2025 President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended the matric Class of 2024 on multiple “unprecedented achievements,” that he said bear testimony to learners’... →
Traders see South Africa cutting interest rates once in 2025
By: Bloomberg 14th January 2025 Traders scaled back their bets for South Africa’s interest rate cuts this year, with markets now pricing in only one as they decipher the Federal... →
Regulator sets deadline for DBE to address matric results security breach
By: Thabi Shomolekae 14th January 2025 The Information Regulator of South Africa has given the Department of Basic Education until close of business on Tuesday to provide it with the... →
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Opinions
The national dialogue is neither national nor a dialogue - but it can become that – Part Two
Updated 7 hours ago In building a common vision (if that becomes part of the goals of the national dialogue), we will not just have a set of ideas on which we agree,... →
Ghana’s new president faces tough regional security problems: why he’s well-placed to tackle them
14th January 2025 John Mahama has been sworn in as Ghana’s new president. He inherits a host of security challenges by dint of the country’s position in the west... →
26-million Nigerians face acute hunger: 4 big ideas to tackle the food crisis in 2025
14th January 2025 Food security in Nigeria is at a critical point and needs urgent attention. Over 26-million people out of an estimated population of 229.5-million... →
Global hardwood demand cuts deep into The Gambia’s revenue
14th January 2025 Laws and policies against illicit logging exist, but sustainable solutions should also consider the many benefits of ecotourism. Illegal logging in... →
Recommendations
WWF SA Annual Report 2024
13th January 2025 WWF South Africa works to achieve lasting positive outcomes for people and nature in the places we work and from the priority environmental... →
Electrification with renewables: Enhancing healthcare delivery in Mozambique
13th January 2025 Mozambique faces significant health challenges, including high rates of maternal and neonatal mortality, communicable diseases and malnutrition.... →
Planning and prospects for renewable power: Central Africa
13th January 2025 This report is part of the IRENA series, Planning and Prospects for Renewable Energy, that focuses on renewable electricity generation in African... →
World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025
10th January 2025 Lower inflation and monetary easing offer relief, but trade tensions, high debt burdens, and geopolitical risks cloud the outlook Despite falling... →
Statements
AfriForum asks Minister to also announce provincial throughput percentages from Grade 10 to Grade 12
14th January 2025 In addition to AfriForum’s comments on the alarming dropout rate of learners before they reach matric, the organisation has written to the Minister... →
President Cyril Ramaphosa commends matric class of 2024 on record achievements
14th January 2025 President Cyril Ramaphosa commends the matric Class of 2024 on multiple unprecedented achievements that bear testimony to learners’ personal... →
Police arrests 16 718 suspects during nationwide Operation Shanela
14th January 2025 Through its high-density operations commonly known as Operation Shanela, the South African Police Service (SAPS) arrested 16 718 suspects from the... →
ActionSA Cautiously Welcomes NSC Results Improvement, Calls for Bold Reforms to Ensure Quality Education for All
14th January 2025 ActionSA cautiously welcomes the 6.9% year-on-year improvement in the NSC results, a significant increase that highlights the Class of 2024’s... →
Press Offices
Is a section 189(3) notice always required for a retrenchment to be considered fair?
14th January 2025 In a retrenchment process, a section 189(3) notice is often regarded as the vital first step. It serves as an invitation to consult on proposed... →
When does an arbitrator have jurisdiction to entertain a claim?
13th January 2025 In the recent case of the Minister of International Relations and Corporations NO and Another v Neo Thando / Elliot Mobility (Pty) Ltd and Another,... →
New Home Affairs 2025 Immigration Service Targets positive, but decisive action will need to be taken
13th January 2025 On 25 October 2024, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) presented the 2024 Budget Review and Recommendations Report to Parliament. In the report,... →
The Rights of Gamete Donors in Artificial Fertilisation
8th January 2025 In South Africa, the legal landscape surrounding artificial fertilization and gamete donation is primarily governed by the Children’s Act 38 of... →
