Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Ebrahim Patel, has thrown his weight behind the reauthorisation of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) as swiftly as possible and with refinements that do not require lengthy discussions.
Growing business, trade and investment ties between sub-Saharan African nations that are part of the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act and the United States (US) holds enormous benefits for the two regions.
First, I must declare that I am not much into the sport of rugby. In fact, I don’t understand half the rules of the game. Having watched it since the last success by the team, I have come to realise that what I always regarded to be a hooligans sport is in fact a game of strategy and tactics. There is elegance in the wrestling madness. From this world cup installment, I have been enriched by these notables:
The State Security Agency and power backup are on standby to ensure a smooth matriculation examination, writes Angie Motshekga.
South African teachers aren’t operating on survival mode since the public sector has solved the teacher shortages, writes Angie Motshekga.
Scores of citizens braved the 37°C heat in Musina, Limpopo, on 5 October to witness the historic launch of the Border Management Authority (BMA).
Whether young or old, unemployment is a thorn in the flesh of many South Africans, writes Neo Semono.
The month of November in South Africa marks Disability Rights Awareness Month (DRAM).
