South Africa
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South Africa's R198bn Road Safety Burden
South Africa's road crashes impose a societal cost of R198.3bn, equivalent to 2.78% of GDP, with pedestrians accounting for 45.5% of all road fatalities.
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South Africa
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The Limitations of GDP: A Flawed Measure of Economic Prosperity
GDP's shortcomings have led to a distorted view of Western economies' health
South Africa
3 min
South Africa's Prime Position for Drug Traffickers
South Africa's coastline, vast inland plots, and established gangs make it a prime destination for drug traffickers, who exploit the country's space and infrastructure to manufacture and ...
South Africa
3 min
South Africa's Sars VAT Modernisation Must Cater to Small Businesses
South Africa's Sars must ensure its VAT modernisation plan works for small businesses, which face unique challenges in managing cash flow and meeting tax obligations.
South Africa
4 min
A Decade of Populism and Impunity: The Unraveling of the Post-Cold War World Order
The post-Cold War world order has collapsed due to a decade of populism and impunity, marked by Brexit, Donald Trump's rise, and Israel's war in Gaza.
South Africa
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South African Trade Minister Parks Tau Unveils Plans to Transform and Localize Automotive Industry
Minister Parks Tau outlines plans to boost transformation and localization in South Africa's automotive sector, emphasizing the need for industry competitiveness and inclusivity.
South Africa
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Swimming SA apologizes to Tatjana Smith for withheld prize money
Swimming South Africa apologizes to Tatjana Smith for withholding $35,000 prize money won at 2023 world championships.
South Africa
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JSC Grills Elzanne Jonker Over 'DA Lawyer' Label
South African Judicial Service Commission interviews Elzanne Jonker for Western Cape High Court post, amid concerns over her representation of DA.
South Africa
3 min
Fiji Appoint Ex-Boks Boss White as Coach Ahead of World Cup
Fiji appoints former Springboks coach Jake White as head coach ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup
South Africa
3 min
South Africa Establishes Task Force to Boost Pharmaceutical Sector
President Cyril Ramaphosa orders government-business task force to address challenges in pharmaceutical sector
South Africa
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Mtshakazi leads Dale to derby glory before Graeme bowling blitz
Dale College secured a dramatic six-wicket win against Queen's College in the Rain Schools SA20 Derby Series
South Africa
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South Africa faces tough questions after crushing loss to Australia
South Africa suffered a 214-run defeat to Australia in the first cricket Test in Durban, raising concerns about batting composure and bowling depth.