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Department of International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola.
SA initiated meeting on xenophobia that Nigeria then cast as a démarche, Dirco says
- A meeting between South Africa and Nigeria, initiated by South Africa, addressed security concerns and anti-immigrant sentiment, but Nigeria publicly framed it as a formal diplomatic rebuke.
- The meeting was prompted by protests in South Africa, including one against the “coronation” of a Nigerian man, and concerns about the safety of Nigerian citizens.
- South Africa is addressing xenophobia concerns, with Minister Ronald Lamola raising the issue at regional and international levels, while Nigeria is preparing to repatriate citizens who wish to return home.
DA Johannesburg spokesperson for finance, Chris Santana, explains the finance minister’s letter to the City on Wednesday. Seated is DA mayoral hopeful Helen Zille, and the current DA caucus leader, Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku.
Broke and busted: Godongwana nixes Joburg’s R10.3bn wage hike and says it broke the law
- Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana revealed that the City of Johannesburg is essentially bankrupt, owing creditors R25.2 billion with only R3.9 billion in cash.
- Godongwana threatened to withhold R8 billion in equitable share revenue unless the city addresses its illegal financial practices, including passing an unfunded budget.
- The DA plans to pursue corrective measures under Section 32 of the MFMA, seeking to hold councillors personally responsible for financial losses.
Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe in Parliament on Wednesday.
It wasn’t me, says Tolashe, as ANC MPs rally to her defence
- Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe appeared in Parliament to address scandals, including luxury SUVs gifted to the ANC Women’s League, but declined to answer questions, citing an Ethics Committee investigation.
- Tolashe denied responsibility for the exploitation of a food aide employed at her private residence, blaming her daughter for the alleged misuse of the employee.
- ANC MPs defended Tolashe, dismissing the severity of the situation and claiming the car donation was a party matter, while opposition MPs found Tolashe’s responses unacceptable.
A woman died when a tree fell on her vehicle in Knysna on Wednesday morning.
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Tree falls on vehicle, killing woman amid severe weather conditions in Knysna
- A woman in Knysna died when a tree fell on her vehicle due to severe weather in the Garden Route.
- The Garden Route is experiencing flooding and infrastructure damage, with some residents being evacuated.
- Authorities are urging caution due to dangerous conditions, including strong winds, flooded roads and power outages.
The SA Reserve Bank building (right) in Pretoria.
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Another day, another warning for those with debt
- The South African Reserve Bank believes interest rate changes are the most effective tool to combat inflation, even amid fuel price shocks from the Iran war.
- Deputy Governor Rashad Cassim defended the SARB’s focus on interest rates and inflation, arguing against quantitative easing and using unemployment as a primary measure.
- The SARB acknowledges limitations in controlling administered prices and international fuel prices but emphasises the importance of maintaining confidence in its ability to manage inflation expectations.
LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil.
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LIV Golf boss confident the league has a future after losing backing of Saudi billions
- LIV Golf is seeking new financial backers as Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will end its funding after the current season.
- CEO Scott O’Neil reports strong investor interest and plans “significant, substantive changes” for next year while aiming to keep a 14-week season.
-O’Neil is confident that LIV players will want to remain with the series and that new sponsors will provide support.
iCaur will be launching as a new sub-brand of the Chery Group later in May. The electric V23 will be its first model in the local line-up.
DRIVEN | I’m driving iCaur’s new electric V23 SUV. Here’s what I’ve learned in 24 hours
- Chery is launching a new sub-brand, iCaur, in South Africa, with the V23 electric SUV as its first model, featuring a retro design and quirky features.
- The V23 boasts a spacious interior with high-quality materials, smart storage, and a large infotainment screen, but lacks a traditional instrument cluster behind the steering wheel.
- The author was impressed with the V23’s driving experience, range and potential affordability, suggesting it could be a desirable EV option in the South African market.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI and Toqan AI.
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