A viral claim about a R12,500 Youth Grant has been dismissed as fake by the NYDA and SASSA, who confirmed no such grant exists. Officials urge the public to rely only on official channels, while genuine opportunities remain available through NYDA’s enterprise support and SAYouth.mobi.
South Africa faces a major economic threat as the U.S. imposes a 30% tariff on key exports starting August 8, 2025. Up to 30,000 jobs are at risk, prompting urgent government support efforts and trade talks. The move ends duty-free access under AGOA, hitting industries like automotive and agriculture hard.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane over claims she misled Parliament about SETA board appointments. The move followed pressure from coalition partners ahead of the national budget vote. Nkabane denies wrongdoing and plans to clear her name as investigations continue.
Eskom is calling on South Africans with grid-connected solar systems to register their setups, citing safety and grid stability. The utility is offering free registration and smart meters for qualifying users until March 2026, aiming to ensure the growing use of solar energy is safely integrated into the national network.
The African Transformation Movement has proposed renaming South Africa to the Republic of Azania, calling it a step toward shedding colonial legacy. While supporters see it as a move to reclaim identity, critics question its relevance and the cost involved. The proposal has sparked national debate on what the country’s name truly represents.
Eskom is under pressure as rising breakdowns strain South Africa’s power grid. While load shedding remains suspended, the risk of outages grows, raising concerns of a looming energy crisis despite official reassurances.
Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has warned of a possible collapse of South Africa’s power system due to rising municipal debt, now nearing R95 billion. Most councils are failing to meet debt-relief conditions, putting Eskom under severe financial strain and threatening the stability of the national grid.
Copyright © 2025 | WordPress Theme by MH Themes
