BUDGET 2026 BOOSTS SME RELIEF AS VAT THRESHOLD RISES TO R2.3 MILLION

BY: TANA MALINGA South Africa’s 2026 National Budget has introduced targeted relief measures for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), highlighted by a significant increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) registration threshold and enhanced capital gains tax exemptions for qualifying business owners. In his Budget Speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that the VAT registration…

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ICONIC GLOBAL PRESENTS ADVOCACY CONCERT AGAINST GBVF FEATURING KARYN WHITE IN DURBAN

International R&B icon Karyn White is set to headline a powerful live performance in Durban as part of the ICONIC GLOBAL Advocacy Concert Against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF), a purpose-driven evening that blends music, advocacy and community action. Taking place on 4 April at the prestigious Olive Convention Centre, the concert will bring together…

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SASOL BANYANA BANYANA HAVE GONE PASSED THE QUARTER FINALS OF COSAFA CUP INTO THE SEMIS

Kopano Monaheng SASOL Banyana Banyana midfield maestro Regina Mogolola has emphasised the importance of securing victory in their next fixture, a semifinals match against Zimbabwe. Yesterday (24 February) the girls played out to a one-all draw against Lesotho, the results the host nation were expecting to get. A disappointed Regina said: “Against Lesotho we started…

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GAUTENG PREMIER LESUFI DELIVERS SOPA AMID WARM WELCOME AND OPPOSITION SCRUTINY

BY:TANA MALINGA Panyaza Lesufi delivered the 2026 State of the Province Address (SOPA) during the Official Opening of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature, setting out government priorities while acknowledging the presence of dignitaries, community leaders, business representatives and residents. Guests from across society were welcomed to the legislature, reflecting the importance of SOPA as a platform…

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