Aucamp warns fuel costs, El Niño to hit farmers and consumers – SABC News

Minister of Agriculture Willie Aucamp has warned that rising fuel costs and the anticipated El Nino weather conditions will severely affect farmers and consumers. Aucamp made the remarks during the

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FEDUSA National Congress draws to a close

The three-day FEDUSA National Congress is drawing to a close on Friday, with the election of seven new National Office Bearers that will lead the trade union federation in the

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Gamsberg mine investment signals confidence in economy: Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says Vedanta Zinc International’s investment in the Gamsberg mine in the Northern Cape demonstrates confidence in South Africa’s economic potential. President Ramaphosa delivered the keynote address at

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Ramaphosa to inaugurate VZI Gamsberg Phase II concentrator in N Cape – SABC News

President Cyril Ramaphosa has returned to the Northern Cape to officially inaugurate Vedanta Zinc International’s (VZI) Gamsberg Phase Two concentrator, seven years after opening the mine’s first phase in 2019.

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Creecy outlines plans to strengthen rail transport and boost economy

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says the government is working to re-establish rail as the backbone for both passenger and freight transport to reduce road congestion and boost the economy. Creecy

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Maimane urges Treasury to cushion consumers against fuel increase

Build One SA leader, Doctor Mmusi Maimane, says the National Treasury must make all efforts to cushion struggling consumers from the latest fuel increase. Maimane held a media briefing in

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Court hears municipality invested R140m in VBS despite warning

The trial against three accused in the VBS Mutual Bank corruption scandal has been adjourned until Thursday in the Polokwane Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Limpopo. Former Giyani Municipal Manager

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Uganda produce traders struggle as higher fuel costs drive up prices

Rising fuel costs are pushing up food prices in Uganda, with traders at Kampala’s Nakasero Market saying higher transport expenses are cutting into their earnings, and making it harder for customers

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Malawians concerned as fuel shortage worsens

Crippling fuel shortages have resurfaced in Malawi, making some people sleep overnight at petrol stations in the hope of filling up. “I slept right here, and I am still here

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Model blitz at Paris motor show as Europe-China rivalry heats up – SABC News

Europe’s car industry fought back against rising Chinese competition at the Paris car show on Monday with a wave of new model launches and fresh support from Brussels, even as

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