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@mailandguardian 3 hours ago
Budget: Why a VAT increase is the least bad option
The Gold and Foreign Exchange Contingency Reserve Account is not a piggy bank that can be used to solve South Africa’s fiscal problems.
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@mailandguardian 24 minutes ago
Indigenous knowledge is crucial in Africa’s climate and health fight
The climate crisis is fuelling illnesses such as malaria, cholera and dengue, causing food insecurity, malnutrition, miscarriages, heart ailments and mental health problems
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@mailandguardian 12 minutes ago
Inflation eases to 2.7% year-on-year in March
The South African Reserve Bank is unlikely to cut interest rates next month, because of inflationary pressures that lie ahead
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@mailandguardian 3 hours ago
Zambia: Understanding Hakainde Hichilema’s transition from reformist to despot
Faced with public discontent, fear of losing power has driven Zambia’s president to change the constitution and enact repressive laws ahead of next year’s election
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@mailandguardian 3 hours ago
Regulatory clarity on recreational cannabis is critical for a commercial future
A comprehensive approach is required to plum a number of gaps such as health and safety, legal, enforcement and economic concerns
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US tariff shake-up sends ripples through African trade and global supply chains
This latest wave of tariff changes signals a broader trend toward economic nationalism and trade realignment.
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@mailandguardian 4 hours ago
Enlit Africa 2025: Empowering commercial and industrial companies for self-generation, energy and water security
Enlit Africa, set for 20-22 May 2025 in Cape Town, is the continent’s premier gathering for the power, energy and water sectors. It opens the door to opportunities for commercial and industrial (C&I) companies seeking to achieve energy and water security through self-generation and sustainable resource management. With rising energy costs, water scarcity and grid […]
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@mailandguardian 4 hours ago
The International Commodity Summit 2025: Positioning Southern Africa for economic transformation
South Africa’s first ever commodity trading conference is scheduled to take place from the 18th to the 20th of November at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). The conference will convene 2000 attendees from across the globe, and will focus on expanding Southern Africa’s global commodity value chain, including energy, metals, construction, finance, and […]
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@mailandguardian 4 hours ago
Cryptocurrencies vs Traditional Assets: Which is more profitable in the long run?
As the global financial landscape evolves, investors face a pivotal question: Should I invest in cryptocurrencies or stick with traditional assets? This article dives deep into the long-term profitability, risk, volatility, and future potential of both asset classes to help you make an informed decision. Looking to get started with forex trading? AvaTrade offers a […]
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@mailandguardian 4 hours ago
Who holds the pen? The ethics of AI-Generated news
The byline, once a simple attribution, is becoming a complex signifier in the age of artificial intelligence. News articles, summaries, data analyses, and even multimedia content can now be generated or assisted by AI, blurring the lines of authorship and raising profound ethical questions for journalism. As algorithms increasingly participate in crafting the narratives that […]
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@mailandguardian 5 hours ago
Timing the Rand: A South African perspective on monthly NFP trading strategies
The United States Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report, released on the first Friday of each month, has long stood as one of the most influential economic indicators on the global stage. The data captures employment trends in sectors outside farming, military and government, offering a snapshot of U.S. labor market health. For traders worldwide, particularly in […]
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@mailandguardian 6 hours ago
Court rules against former environment minister over toxic air crisis
The supreme court of appeal has demanded action on Highveld air quality management plan
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@mailandguardian 17 hours ago
Approval of the fiscal framework was rooted in deception, court hears
Counsel for the EFF told the high court that ActionSA was swindled in an unconstitutional manner to support a VAT hike.
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@mailandguardian 18 hours ago
Gauteng school nutrition tender faces legal battle over alleged corruption
Service providers have taken the Gauteng education department to court to halt the appointment of 49 new contractors, claiming that some companies have been deregistered, while others are not tax-compliant or are even non-existent.
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@mailandguardian 18 hours ago
Fighting for funds: A new era of HIV activism
Instead of the Aids denialism of decades past, it’s US funding cuts that could lead to up to 300 000 more HIV infections in the next four years. Activists like Sisonke Msimang say the past has answers for the present fight
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