Thapelo Madibeng Bursary Requirements: Uncovering the Hidden Details

The Thapelo Madibeng Bursary is a prestigious opportunity for deserving South African students to pursue their higher education dreams. However, the journey to securing this valuable award requires more than just meeting the basic eligibility criteria. This comprehensive guide delves into the often-overlooked details of the Thapelo Madibeng Bursary application process, providing you with the

How to Apply for the Thapelo Madibeng Bursary Before the Deadline

The Thapelo Madibeng Bursary is a remarkable opportunity for deserving students to pursue their academic dreams. Established in honour of the late Thapelo Madibeng, a dedicated advocate for education and social justice, this bursary aims to empower young individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve their full potential. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the

EFF Heads Back to Court Over Fuel Levy Dispute

EFF Fuel Levy Dispute

CAPE TOWN – The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are once again challenging Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, this time over his recently announced fuel levy hike. The party is heading to the Western Cape High Court on Tuesday, arguing that the increase was implemented through an unconstitutional process. Last Thursday, the EFF filed court papers aiming

FNB Trims Fees to Boost Affordability for PAYU Customers

FNB Trims Fees

FNB Focuses on Fee Fairness in Digital Payment Space First National Bank (FNB) is recalibrating its fee structure, ushering in a series of changes designed to enhance affordability and transparency for customers, particularly those using its Easy PAYU account. Effective 1 July 2025, these changes will touch various aspects of the bank’s offerings, including transaction

R33 Billion in Public Pensions Lost: AMAGP Sounds Alarm on Political Meddling

R33 Billion Pensions Loss

The Association for Monitoring and Advocacy of Government Pensions (AMAGP) has exposed the alarming loss of R33 billion in government pension savings. The group claims politically motivated and high-risk investments by the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) have caused the devastating erosion of funds intended for retired public servants. AMAGP, representing around 8,000 Government Employees Pension

Fuel Relief on the Horizon for South African Motorists

Fuel Relief on the Horizon for South African Motorists

South African drivers can look forward to a slight break at the pumps next week, even as the government prepares to implement an increase in the general fuel levy. Despite the planned hike, latest projections from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) show an encouraging drop in fuel prices. The upcoming increase, announced by Finance Minister

Eskom Dispels Rumours of 14-Hour Load-Shedding in June

Eskom Loadshedding Rumours

Amid a surge of panic-inducing posts on social media, Eskom has strongly denied allegations that South Africans should brace for 14-hour power cuts this June. The utility moved quickly to dismiss the widespread claims, which have stirred unnecessary fear and confusion among the public. According to Eskom, no such lengthy power outages are scheduled, and

SASSA Catches 210,000 Fraudulent Grant Beneficiaries in Major Crackdown

SASSA Grant Suspended

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has uncovered a massive case of grant fraud, identifying over 210,000 dishonest beneficiaries who failed to declare accurate personal and financial information. This revelation comes as SASSA ramps up its fraud detection and compliance efforts. The agency confirmed that these beneficiaries were flagged after joint investigations with registered