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Ramaphosa launches R2 trillion investment drive
After securing R1.5 trillion in investment commitments, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the new target is to attract an additional R2 trillion in investment
TUESDAY, 31 MARCH 2026, 14:51

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After securing R1.5 trillion in investment commitments, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the new target is to attract an additional R2 trillion in investment

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Only 14 Green Drop certifications achieved in 2023/24, from 22 in 2022/23, data shows

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The all-new Mitsubishi Destinator compact crossover SUV has gone on sale in South Africa.
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South Africa
The postponement allows some time for the prosecution team to finalise charges.

South Africa
Gauteng police have confirmed that they are hunting for suspects who shot and killed a woman.
South Africa
Employment edges up in Q4 2025
South Africa recorded an increase in employment in the fourth quarter of 2025, with total jobs rising by 18 000 or 0.2% to 10.55 million in December, from 10.53 million in September.
This is according to the latest Quarterly Employment Statistics released by Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) on Tuesday.
The quarterly gain was driven primarily by growth...
South Africa
Petrol, diesel prices announced
The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (DMPR) has announced that petrol and diesel prices will increase by between R3.06 and R7.51 from midnight.
The increase comes amid government efforts to cushion the blow for consumers through the introduction of a temporary R3 decrease in the general fuel levy.
Prices were widely expected to increase...

World
The Department of Homeland Security has lifted its ban on reviewing asylum applications. And, NPR has confirmed that an Iranian strike injured over a dozen U.S. personnel.

World
China bans ‘bone ash apartments’ where mourners are storing cremated remains instead of cemeteries.

World
The war in Iran has slowed down international shipping, much of which contains medical and humanitarian goods destined for Asia and Africa.

World
Iran attacked and set on fire a massive Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai overnight, as Gulf states increasingly suffer the fallout from the war.

Africa
Both government and opposition groups have been accused of being responsible for the deadly attack.

Africa
Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.

Africa
The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

Africa
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

Business
The National Treasury says that the temporary R3 cut to fuel levies in South Africa is just the first phase of its planned support for fuel pricing, with the second phase still on the way.

Business
One woman says heating oil prices have more than doubled when families are already struggling.
Business

Business
The Iran war continues to push up prices at the pump for US motorists.

Politics
Deputy Minister of Home Affairs says operations for 2026 Easter will be mainly intelligence driven

Politics
Minority opposition parties in NMB to table a motion of no confidence against Mayor Babalwa Lobishe

Politics
The meeting will be on the road safety campaign ahead of the Easter holidays.

Politics
TRC Cases Inquiry probing efforts to stall the prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators

Sport
Broos feels Foster can be more dangerous when making runs and combining with teammates than waiting in the box.

Sport
At least one Championship club has raised concerns over a potential conflict of interest involving Northern Ireland and Blackburn manager Michael O’Neill.

Sport
Britain’s Jack Draper withdraws from next week’s Monte Carlo Masters as he continues his cautious comeback following an arm injury.

Sport
Fakhar Zaman is given a two-match ban in the Pakistan Super League after being found guilty of ball tampering.
Education
[Premium Times] According to her, the approved upkeep allowance for beneficiaries remains N20,000 monthly.
Education
[Daily Trust] No fewer than 150 schools in Lagos are gearing up to participate in the 2026 ChessMasters scheduled to be held on Saturday, 2 May 2026.
Education
[Independent (Kampala)] When the Uganda government opened the school gates in the late 1990s to four children per household across the country, it was lauded as one of the most ambitious education reforms in sub-Saharan Africa.
Education
[Reporter] The Federal Education and Training Authority (ETA) has revoked the licenses of 52 private colleges for failure to comply with regulatory standards.

Lifestyle
Verushka Singh stepped down as Mrs South Africa to prioritise her family, and first runner up Carika Bebb has now taken the crown.

Lifestyle
You don’t need a big budget to enjoy the Easter weekend in South Africa. Here are 9 budget-friendly things to do…

Lifestyle
The 2 839th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame belongs to Brandy.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero asked Helen Zille not to swim in repair sites as it may set a bad example for children.

Entertainment
Make the ultimate mini panko-crumbed fish burgers, perfect for any occasion.

Entertainment
The hidden health crisis flowing from South Africa’s failing sewage systems.

Entertainment
Here are all the rugby fixtures for the three traditional Easter schoolboy festivals taking place in Joburg this weekend.

Science/Tech
The South African Bookmakers Association wants banks to start blocking payments to unlicensed offshore operators.

Science/Tech
Tendi Nyathi moves from her current role as chief legal officer into the newly created position, which consolidates governance, risk and legal functions under one leadership role.

Science/Tech
Diesel will still cost up to R7.51/l more from Wednesday despite the intervention as the Iran war roils global markets.

Science/Tech
MTN-backed Pi Mobile enters SA’s telecoms sector, introducing “prepaid-like services” for a fixed, monthly instalment.
Motoring

Motoring
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has finally announced the official petrol and diesel price increases motorists will face at the pump this Wednesday.
Motoring

Motoring
The Cape Winelands Airport has appointed an architectural firm for its landmark development.
Health
A baffling overdose death took investigators to the frontier of ultra-potent synthetic drugs. The clues were hauntingly familiar.

Health
Researchers says millions of people globally could be carriers of the faulty gene behind the disorder.

Health
David Slater, 72, says ministers need to step up and sort out issues with the medication.

Health
Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.