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Congress passes Trump’s $9 billion foreign aid and public broadcasting cuts in late-night vote
The US Congress has approved President Donald Trump’s controversial plan to slash $9 billion in federal funding.
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Canada opens doors for massive WC investment boost
A groundbreaking meeting between Canada’s Minister of Finance, François-Philippe Champagne, and Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, has opened new avenues for unprecedented investment…
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August fuel price: Good news for petrol drivers, bad news for diesel users
If you drive a petrol car, you’re in for some good news at the pumps come August.
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Botswana crowned Africa’s best safari destination for fourth time
Botswana has once again claimed the coveted title of Africa’s premier safari destination
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AARTO implementation delayed again: New December 2025 launch date announced
The Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act (AARTO) faces another postponement, giving businesses more time to prepare for sweeping changes to South African road traffic management. After years of…
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Local businesses address service delivery challenges
In a bold show of civic leadership, the Newton Park Business Cluster has taken matters into its own hands by repainting 40 stop signs in 10 intersections across the busy…
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Trump’s Trade Blow: 35 000 jobs on the line as US slaps heavy tariffs on exports
CAPE TOWN – South Africa is scrambling to negotiate a new trade deal with the United States after President Donald Trump announced punishing 30% tariffs on exports, threatening to destroy thousands…
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Cape Town cruise tourism soars to record heights
Cape Town’s 2024/25 cruise season sets records with 83 ship calls, boosting the economy by R1.32 billion. Enhanced tourism strategies position the city among top global destinations, fostering job growth.
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Drinks Federation calls for urgent action as illegal alcohol market costs billions
Johannesburg – The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) has called for urgent national cooperation to stop the rapid growth of the illegal alcohol trade, now worth an estimated R25.1…
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Winelands micro brewery claims Africa’s top beer prize for third time
FRANSCHHOEK – A modest brewery nestled in the Cape Winelands has once again claimed the continent’s most prestigious beer award, securing Best Beer in Africa at the 2025 African Beer…
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