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Finance Minister withdraws proposed VAT increase, plans revised Revenue Laws Bill
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that the VAT rate will stay at 15%, leading to a R75 billion revenue shortfall while protecting lower-income households from financial pressure.
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VAT: ‘Not under our watch’ – says DA, EFF
The Western Cape High Court is expected to deliver judgement by no later than 29 April following an urgent application by the DA and EFF to have the 0,5% VAT…
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Beijing boffins bring bacon back!
Two Grade 12 learners from Pinelands High School, Christopher Collier-Reed and Adam Gibbon, have won top honours at the international Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition in China for their innovative…
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MSC Magnifica docks in Cape Town during 2025 world cruise
The Mother City rolled out the red carpet recently as MSC Magnifica called in two South African ports and one in Namibia as part of its 120-day world cruise.
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Surrey Primary celebrates 50 years of resilience, legacy, and community
Despite challenges—from forced removals in 1975 to near closure after a tornado in 1999—Surrey Primary has persevered to proudly celebrate its 50th anniversary.
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Groote Schuur Hospital launches emergency fund to tackle SA’s trauma crisis
Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH) has launched a critical initiative, Emergency Funds for Emergency Surgery, aimed at addressing the country’s high trauma burden.
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Hundreds served at annual Street Store for the homeless in Green Point
“It felt like Christmas”, so explained Ryan Cloete as he dons a brand new and funky camouflage jacket which he got at the annual Street Store.
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Masiphumelele NPO raises R85k to boost local education programmes
Up to R85 000 was raised at a dinner for a non-profit organisation (NPO) in Masiphumelele, which will enable it to run its programmes.
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Cape Town activists demand justice after beloved baboon ‘Blondie’ killed
Activists say they are still finding far too many baboons with air-rifle wounds across the Peninsula and are calling on the community to report these crimes.
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Daughter searching for Les Egling’s lost ‘Eggie’ paintings
Natalie Egling is in search of two of her father, Les Egling’s paintings from his ‘eggie’ period that hold a special place in her heart.
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