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SARS announces 2026 filing season dates

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South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner Dr Johnstone Makhubu has announced that the 2026 tax filing season will commence on 1 July, starting with the auto assessment period.

Rise, Youth of 2026: Your Vote, Your Future

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The baton for building and advancing South Africa has now been passed to the youth of today. While the generation of 1976 made immense sacrifices to secure the freedom and democracy that we enjoy, it is now the responsibility of the youth of 2026 to safeguard and strengthen that hard-won legacy through active citizenship and participation in democratic processes, particularly through voting.

Home Affairs launches upgraded online booking system

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The Department of Home Affairs has launched an upgraded online booking system on the MyHomeAffairsOnline platform, introducing enhanced security measures to prevent the abuse of booking slots and improve access to services.

Tourism: A gateway to youth economic empowerment and inclusive growth 

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As South Africa marks Youth Month, we are reminded that the defining challenge facing this generation is fundamentally different from what confronted the youth of 1976. While previous generations fought for political freedom, today's young people are engaged in a struggle for economic inclusion, opportunity and meaningful participation in the economy.

South Africa, Rwanda move to strengthen bilateral relations

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South Africa and Rwanda have reaffirmed their commitment to rebuilding and strengthening bilateral relations, with International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola saying the two countries are determined to deepen cooperation across a range of sectors and contribute to peace and stability on the African continent.

Minister Meth welcomes IDC led agreement on Tongaat Hulett

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Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has welcomed an agreement led by the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), saying it provides a clear pathway towards stabilising Tongaat Hulett and securing the future of the sugar industry value chain.

SA takes seat at global reparations talks in Accra

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Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Maropene Ramokgopa is leading the South African delegation to the High-Level Consultative Conference on the African Union-led United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution A/RES/80/250 on the Transatlantic Slave Trade.