Business
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The Free State is being engulfed by collapsing road infrastructure
The Free State province faces a crisis with over 60% of its roads in poor condition, severely impacting the economy, agriculture, and residents’ livelihoods. Neglect and mismanagement hinder infrastructure repairs, deter investment, and lead to hazardous driving conditions. Municipalities are…
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PAS BEKEND | Vyf mense vermis ná modderstorting by Ekapa-myn by Kimberley
Vyf mense is glo vermis ná ‘n modderstorting by die Ekapa-myn by Kimberley. Die soektog duur voort.
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Western Cape launches targeted foot-and-mouth disease vaccination
Western Cape government vaccinates 450 cattle in Fisantekraal against Foot-and-Mouth Disease to protect livestock, farmers, and rural jobs.
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Farming community calls for action plans in FMD national disaster
Farmers now await action from government following declaration of Foot-and-Mouth Disease as a national disaster.
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Water infrastructure failures in Midrand and Gqeberha expose R400-billion maintenance crisis
Ongoing water disruptions in Midrand and Gqeberha are not isolated incidents but symptoms of a national infrastructure crisis requiring R400-billion to address.
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Navigating the commodity boom: South Africa’s 2026 budget forecast
South Africa’s upcoming budget faces challenges amid a commodity price surge; fiscal discipline and tax reform are crucial for sustainable growth.
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Early start sets the tone for a promising apple and pear season
South African apple and pear producers are celebrating an early start to the 2026 season, the first fruit coming off trees up to 10 days ahead of schedule.
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South Africa beats US to become world’s second-best poultry producer
South Africa’s poultry industry has overtaken the United States to become the world’s second-most competitive producer, behind only Brazil, according to a new competitiveness benchmark report.
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Struggling brewer Heineken to cut up to 6 000 jobs
Under-pressure Dutch brewer Heineken said Wednesday that it would scrap up to 6 000 jobs as it faces what it called “challenging market conditions” with beer volumes down compared to last year. The company said it would be “accelerating productivity…
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South Africa’s untapped mineral potential remains significant
Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Phumzile Mgcina has said South Africa’s mining industry is on the rise, citing significant untapped mineral potential across the country.
