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President Ramaphosa Approves Full Implementation of BELA Act “Effective Immediately”
President Ramaphosa Approves Full Implementation of BELA Act President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially authorized the full implementation of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act, marking a significant step in South Africa’s education reform agenda. The announcement was made on Friday afternoon via a statement from the Presidency, delivered by spokesperson Vincent Magwenya. According to…
How Global Conglomerates Exploit the DRC
How Global Conglomerates Exploit the DRC The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a country blessed with mineral wealth, has found itself trapped in a vicious cycle of exploitation, conflict, and poverty. The latest criminal complaints filed by the Congolese government against Apple subsidiaries in France and Belgium highlight the deeply unfair transactions that have become…
Should VAT Be Removed from Vegetables?
By Tasha Chongo: Researcher, Writer, Strategy Analyst The debate over taxes on essential food items, particularly vegetables, has gained traction in recent years. The question, “What if we removed VAT from vegetables?” is not just theoretical – it prompts a significant policy shift with wide-reaching implications for consumers, businesses, and governments. In many countries, Value…