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DA committed to cabinet negotiations, ANC says talks 'almost done' 
By: Reuters Updated 7 hours ago The Democratic Alliance is committed to working out a deal over posts in President Cyril Ramaphosa's cabinet, a party source close to the talks... →
27 State capture suspects arrested – Godfrey Lebeya
By: Thabi Shomolekae Updated 4 hours ago The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation national head Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya assured on Friday that the State Capture National... →
Parliament joint sitting to be held on July 18
By: Thabi Shomolekae 28th June 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday the Opening of Parliament being held on July 18 is a fitting tribute to former President Nelson Mandela,... →
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Mpox: what to watch out for, treatment and what to worry about
Updated 6 hours ago The new strain of the mpox virus is spreading quickly along the eastern border of the Democratic Republic of Congo and is “the most dangerous yet”,... →
South Africa’s political monopoly has been broken: could it help the economy?
Updated 6 hours ago Over the last decade or so there has been something of a revolution in economics. The long held belief that unfettered markets deliver good... →
As Kenyan president Ruto ticks off his to-do list from US state visit, we review some of his claims, including on peacekeeping
Updated 6 hours ago On 24 June 2024, US president Joe Biden formally designated Kenya a “major” ally in defence and security, a status almost identical to that enjoyed... →
Lack of transparency
28th June 2024 The tapering of loadshedding has arguably provided the Eskom board and executive team with some much-needed time and space to consider the future... →
Recommendations
Public service experience through a new lens: Reframing experience in the changing context of people’s lives
27th June 2024 Access to and delivery of government services is a burning issue in South Africa – and potentially a key theme on the minds of South Africans... →
NWU Business School Policy Uncertainty Index 2Q 2024
26th June 2024 Given the uncertainties that weighed on business and the market sentiment around SA’s recent 2024 elections, the NWU Business School’s 2Q 2024 PUI... →
Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2024
25th June 2024 The Top 10 Emerging Technologies report is a vital source of strategic intelligence. First published in 2011, it draws on insights from scientists,... →
Trade and Labour: Rethinking Policy Tools for Better Labour Outcomes
25th June 2024 Supply chains are being reshaped by digital and green transitions and geopolitical shifts. This evolving landscape necessitates rethinking the... →
Statements
ActionSA Welcomes Section 154 Intervention in eThekwini But Believe Section 139 Should Have Been Used Instead
Updated 2 hours 7 minutes ago ActionSA welcomes the decision to invoke of Section 154 of the Constitution in the eThekwini beleaguered Municipality, however, we do not believe... →
Solidarity delivers a plea for SA to remain in AGOA
Updated 4 hours ago Solidarity has submitted an appeal for the extension of another 10 tears of South Africa’s membership of the AGOA trade agreement with the USA.... →
Rand Water’s failures leave tens of thousands of taps dry – it’s time to act!
28th June 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng refuses to accept Rand Water’s failures any longer. Yet again, tens of thousands of taps have run dry... →
President Cyril Ramaphosa mourns SANDF casualties in Democratic Republic of Congo
27th June 2024 As Commander-in-Chief of the South African National Defence Force, President Cyril Ramaphosa is deeply saddened by the death of two soldiers and... →
Press Offices
Outsourcing laws might apply to contractor takeovers
Updated 2 hours 59 minutes ago Section 197 of the LRA requires that, where a business or part thereof is taken over as a going concern the new owner must take over the staff from... →
Protect your Tax Matters – eFiling Fraud, A Growing Concern
28th June 2024 In today’s digital age, cybercrime is advancing at an alarming rate. As technology evolves, so do the tactics of cybercriminals. Unfortunately,... →
AI – Enhancement or Unprecedented Legal Risk?
28th June 2024 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising various sectors globally, from enhancing business efficiencies to providing innovative solutions in... →
Legal Implications of Property Encroachment: Balancing Rights and Remedies
27th June 2024 Encroachment represents a significant issue in property law, infringing upon the possession rights of neighbouring landowners. This legal analysis... →
