The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) says beneficiaries will be paid and that social assistance will continue. The agency said it was doing its best for social grant beneficiaries not to be inconvenienced in the April pay run and beyond as the drive to phase out the SASSA Gold card approaches its deadline in…
Introduction to the Productive Lunch Break A productive lunch break is much more than just a pause in your workday—it’s a powerful opportunity to recharge your mind and body for the tasks ahead. In today’s fast-paced work environment, many professionals sacrifice their lunch break to keep up with emails and meetings. However, research shows that…
Major Restructuring Shakes Retail Giant – Employees and Consumers React to Latest Developments Cape Town, South Africa – In a bold move signaling a dramatic shift for one of South Africa’s largest retailers, Pick n Pay has confirmed plans to shutter multiple stores across the country, putting hundreds of jobs at risk. The announcement, which follows…
Johannesburg – South Africa is staring down a perfect storm of economic turmoil as growth grinds to a halt, national debt balloons to alarming levels, and unemployment hits record highs, according to a recent analysis of Treasury data and expert warnings. The crisis threatens to derail recovery efforts and could push the country into a…
Forensic auditors found several red flags in the payment to Neo Solutions In 2020 the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) paid R498,000 to a private company to investigate a computer software breach that never happened. The company, Neo Solutions, is headed by controversial businessman Vivien Natasen. The amount paid was just under the R500,000 limit above…
Showers & thundershowers are expected to be confined to the central & eastern parts of the country, with disruptive rain that will lead to possible flooding in localised areas. Weather & severe weather alerts for today & tomorrow, 5 – 6 January 2025. 🌧️Showers & thundershowers are expected to be confined to the central…
Diabetes, a chronic condition affecting millions globally, is increasingly becoming a focal point for healthcare advocacy, particularly in low and middle-income countries. In South Africa, a recent protest highlighted the challenges faced by those living with diabetes, particularly regarding the cost and accessibility of insulin. Organized by advocacy groups such as Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)…