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President Cyril Ramaphosa.
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France withdraws Ramaphosa’s invitation to G7 summit due to US pressure
- France revoked its invitation to President Cyril Ramaphosa to the G7 summit due to sustained pressure from the US.
- The US threatened to boycott the summit if South Africa was represented, leading France to withdraw the invitation.
- South Africa has accepted France’s decision and says it will not affect their bilateral relationship.
DA's City of Joburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille.
Zille slams ANC’s ‘election bribe’ as DA heads to court to block Joburg wage hike
- The DA has filed an urgent court application to block Johannesburg’s adjusted budget and a R10 billion agreement with Samwu, calling it illegal and financially disastrous.
- Helen Zille accuses the ANC of using public funds to secure political support through the agreement, bypassing council processes and violating the Municipal Finance Management Act.
- The City defends the budget, stating it aligns with mid-year performance assessments and requires departments to reprioritise within existing allocations to address service delivery needs.
Advocate Dali Mpofu SC at the Eastern Cape High Court in kuGompo (formerly East London) in an urgent application by three ANC members who were seeking to prevent the party's provincial conference.
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High Court interdicts ANC Eastern Cape conference after legal showdown
- The ANC Eastern Cape’s elective conference has been interdicted by the High Court.
- The interdict was granted after three ANC members argued that party processes and regulations were flouted.
- An interim interdict was granted, pending the submission of supplementary papers from the ANC.
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola will face charges related to Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala's marred R360 million SAPS tender.
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Why national police commissioner Fannie Masemola will face charges tied to Cat Matlala
- National police commissioner Fannie Masemola will face criminal charges for failing to prevent irregular expenditure related to a R360 million health services tender awarded to Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala.
- Masemola allegedly ignored warnings about fraud in the tender process, leading to R50 million being paid to Matlala’s company before the deal was cancelled.
- Matlala and several police officers have already appeared in court on related charges, and the case has been postponed.
People line up at a petrol station in Sukoharjo, Indonesia, on March 26. Several Asian countries to take steps to anticipate a potential energy crisis. The Indonesian government is also reviewing plans to implement work-from-home arrangements for employees one day a week to reduce fuel consumption.
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SA fuel crisis: Work from home not official policy, says govt
- The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources clarified that work-from-home policies are not South Africa’s official position to combat rising fuel prices, despite earlier suggestions.
- Several countries, including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Indonesia, have implemented work-from-home or shortened work week policies to reduce fuel consumption.
- Global fuel prices have surged due to the US-Israel war on Iran, causing supply fears and pushing Brent crude prices above $100 a barrel.
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The Springboks beat England 29-20 in their last Test at Twickenham on 16 November 2024.
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Ticket prices for Springboks v England start at R450
- Ticket sales for the Springboks’ home games in the inaugural Nations Championship will begin on 2 April, with prices starting at R450 for England, R375 for Scotland and R250 for Wales.
- SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer said they have tried to make tickets more affordable for fans while still funding national teams and growing the game.
- Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus anticipates a highly competitive Nations Championship, highlighting the strengths and recent performances of England, Scotland and Wales.
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How perceived quality is shaping the next car generation – and why the Chinese are winning
- Chinese manufacturers are focusing on perceived quality in their vehicles, recognising its importance in a market where technical competence is common.
- This focus involves investments in tighter assembly tolerances, improved materials and more structurally rigid interior components, leading to a more premium feel.
- While established European brands face challenges in maintaining interior quality due to electrification costs and emissions regulations, Chinese brands are gaining ground by prioritising tangible experience and value.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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