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Rand strengthens, All Share Index hits new record

[FILE PHOTO]: A 3D-printed miniature model of U.S. President Donald Trump, US Flag and word “Tariffs” The rand strengthened on Thursday with the Johannesburg Stock Exchange All Share Index also hitting a new record. This as markets digest developments around the US tariffs impacts on South Africa’s economy. The country faces a 30% tariff on…

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Salaries of public office bearers set to increase by 4.1%

South African money The salaries of public office bearers will be increased by 4.1% and 3.8% in different categories.    The determination has been made by President Cyril Ramaphosa and is set to come into effect on April 1, 2026.   The increase follows the recommendation by the Independent Commission for Remuneration of Public Office Bearers.     The…

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Sinner is the best player in the world: Alcaraz

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in action during his first round of the Australian Open match against Kazakhstan’s Alexander Shevchenko at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia on January 13, 2025. 2 minutes Carlos Alcaraz said he has no doubt that top-ranked Jannik Sinner is the best player in the world on current form as the two young players…

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Poor services, unemployment driving voter apathy: Mkhize

FILE PHOTO | CoGTA Chairperson, Zweli Mkhize engages committee members. The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Zweli Mkhize, says South Africa’s declining voter interest is being driven by the lived realities of ordinary citizens. He told MPs that frustrations over poor service delivery, unemployment and the rising cost of…

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