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Fiscal fix: Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivering the 2026 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement in parliament this week. Photo: GCIS
ECONOMY

Fuel relief buys time but growth runs on empty

While economists welcome South Africa's temporary R10 billion fuel levy cut, trade unions and analysts warn that fiscal austerity fails to tackle sluggish growth and high…

  • Brian Sokutu
7 min read
Overwhelmed: Many workers are struggling to meet their monthly expenses and could not easily absorb another increase in commuting costs. Photo: File
FUEL PRICE

Pump pain hits workers hard

South African trade unions warn that the latest fuel price hike will drive up food and transport costs, intensifying calls to review fuel taxes and adjust wages to match the…

  • Amahle Banda
4 min read
The ANC–SACP partnership was forged under conditions of intense struggle. Its future should not be jeopardised in a democratic era where the need for cohesive leadership remains as urgent as ever.
SOUTH AFRICA

The NDR Is Not Dead — But It Must Be Rescued from Slogans

South Africa faces a critical moment where the National Democratic Revolution (NDR) must either be renewed or risk becoming obsolete. This article explores the NDR's unfulfilled…

  • Kefentse Mkhari
13 min read
SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS

Outrage over Pule appointment

President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to appoint Dina Pule as Minister of Social Development has sparked widespread outrage, with critics questioning the ANC's commitment to…

  • Mandisa Makgakga
7 min read