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South Africa improves global competitiveness ranking

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South Africa has improved its position in the 2026 World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY), climbing 10 places to rank 54th out of 70 economies surveyed, according to the latest report released by the Institute of Management Development (IMD) in collaboration with Productivity SA.

Acting Minister confident of Western Cape readiness ahead of 30 June

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Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia has expressed confidence in the operational plans of the Western Cape police ahead of the anticipated June 30 protests, while urging demonstrators to exercise their constitutional rights peacefully and within the confines of the law.

Constitutional Court confirms VAT treatment of recycled gold

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The Commissioner for the South African Revenue Service (SARS), Dr Johnstone Makhubu, has welcomed a unanimous Constitutional Court judgment in the matter against Lueven Metals (Pty) Ltd, which confirms SARS’ interpretation of the Value-Added Tax Act.

More than 200 bank branches now offering Smart ID card

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The Department of Home Affairs has reached another historic milestone on its path-breaking journey of digital transformation, with 203 bank branches now live in the new digital partnership model with the banking sector.

SAPS shines spotlight on its dedicated young police officers

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As South Africa marks Youth Month in June, the spotlight is firmly on the achievements, challenges and aspirations of young members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) through its national campaign, “SAPS Youth – Leading the Reset Agenda”.

Youth and Constitution Dialogue to mark 1976 uprising anniversary

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The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, together with the University of South Africa (UNISA), will host the Youth and the Constitution Dialogue in observance of the 50th anniversary of the 1976 student uprising and the 30th Anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution.

SACU Summit to advance regional integration, economic transformation

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The upcoming Southern African Customs Union (SACU) Summit of Heads of State or Government is expected to provide a key platform for Member States to advance regional cooperation, strengthen industrial development and accelerate economic transformation across Southern Africa.