Mthobisi Nozulela

Junior Multimedia Journalist

Ex-Eskom executive Jan Oberholzer’s battery tender win raises concerns of insider advantage

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he BBC has condemned the R9. 5 billion battery storage contract awarded to Mulilo Energy, questioning the fairness of the process and the role of ex-Eskom COO Jan ...

Watch VideoReady, set, tax! Everything you need to know about the 2025 tax season

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Prepare for the 2025 tax season starting on 7 July! Discover how auto-assessment will simplify your tax returns and what you need to do to ensure a smooth filing ...

To your doorstep | One of SA's largest mobile operators launches exciting new delivery service

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A new pilot service called Shesh@5G has been launched in South Africa, offering rapid delivery of SIM cards and home internet packages within two hours.

Older iPhones and Android models to lose WhatsApp support in June: Are you affected?

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WhatsApp will stop supporting older smartphones like the iPhone 5s and Samsung Galaxy S III from June 1, 2025.

South Africa steps up fight against foot-and-mouth disease with R72 million vaccine order

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In a decisive move, South Africa orders R72 million worth of foot-and-mouth disease vaccines, aiming to restore trade relations and safeguard its livestock industry ...

KZN kings hit the jackpot: Moses Tembe and Sandile Zungu’s Sizekhaya Holdings take over lottery from Ithuba

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Discover the implications of Sizekhaya Holdings linked to Moses Tembe and Sandile Zungu have been awarded South Africa's Fourth National Lottery licence.

John Steenhuisen warns of AGOA uncertainty, urges diversification of export markets

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Minister John Steenhuisen warns of looming uncertainties regarding South Africa's trade benefits under AGOA, urging a strategic shift towards diversifying export ...

Vavi calls MK Party leader Zuma 'worst thing SA has ever experienced'

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Veteran trade union leader Zwelinzima Vavi's scathing assessment of Jacob Zuma's presidency raises critical questions about leadership and accountability in South ...

Parliament demands answers over eased B-BBEE rules for Elon Musk's Starlink

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Parliament has summoned Minister Solly Malatsi to address concerns over new policy directives that could ease B-BBEE requirements for satellite services, including ...

SANTACO raises alarm over fuel levy hike's impact on taxi industry profits

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SANTACO voices serious concerns over the recent fuel levy hike by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, warning it could severely impact the profitability of the taxi ...

Proposed regulations could ban blank guns in South Africa

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As South Africa grapples with rising crime linked to blank guns, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition proposes a ban on their import, raising questions ...

South Africa urged to halt poultry imports from Brazil due to bird flu outbreak

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With Brazil facing a significant avian influenza outbreak, experts are urging South Africa to take immediate action by suspending poultry imports to protect local ...

SASSA denies double grant payment rumours for June

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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has firmly rejected false claims of double grant payments in June, urging beneficiaries to disregard misleading ...

SA Reserve Bank debunks fake news on R10,000 ATM withdrawal rule

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The South African Reserve Bank has dismissed viral social media claims about a supposed new rule requiring banks to report ATM withdrawals over R10,000 to Sars, ...

Motorists are urged to keep their receipts as the SA driver's license printer resumes operation

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Following the repair of South Africa’s sole driver’s licence printing machine, motorists are urged to keep their receipts for renewals and apply for temporary licences ...

Is the SABC introducing car radio licence fees? The truth behind the disinformation

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The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has labelled social media reports about a car radio licence fee as disinformation, aimed at causing panic among ...

Mashatile pledges to protect R100 billion transformation fund from corruption

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile commits to robust measures to ensure the R100 billion transformation fund empowers black entrepreneurs and drives inclusive growth ...

Sassa urges SRD grant beneficiaries to complete identity verification to avoid payment delays

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Sassa has urgently called on Social Relief of Distress grant beneficiaries to complete their identity verification to prevent potential payment delays.

Remgro is freezing hiring and offering early retirements at Mediclinic as it shifts towards AI to boost efficiency

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As Mediclinic embraces AI, the company introduces a hiring freeze and early retirement offers, raising concerns about its impact on South Africa's job market

Government offers 200,000 teacher assistant positions — how to apply

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The Department of Basic Education has opened applications for Phase V of the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI), offering over 200,000 job opportunities ...

EFF proposes 'apartheid tax' to address wealth inequality instead of VAT increase

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Amid rising financial pressures, EFF treasurer-general Omphile Maotwe suggests an 'apartheid tax' as a more equitable alternative to the proposed VAT increase.

Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana confirms VAT hike set for May 1

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Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana announces a VAT hike effective May 1, citing severe financial consequences if not implemented.

Uber South Africa's new restrictions explained

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Uber South Africa has introduced new passenger restrictions to enhance safety and security. Riders need to be aware of these changes, which aim to provide a safer ...

South African employers targeted by Compensation Fund email scam, NEASA issues alert

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South African businesses are being targeted by a sophisticated scam where fraudsters pose as the Compensation Fund, threatening deregistration and demanding payments. ...

Bad news for iPhone users in South Africa: Prices could soar amid US-China trade war

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iPhone prices in South Africa could rise significantly as Trump increases China tariffs to 125%, directly impacting Apple's supply chain.