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How NSFAS intends eliminating student accommodation challenges
NSFAS discusses the current challenges in student accommodation and outlines plans for improvement.
NSFAS faces R5 billion budget overrun in student accommodation for 2024/25
NSFAS reports a R5 billion budget overrun for student accommodation in 2024/25, detailing the challenges faced and steps being taken to address them.
Student accommodation issues: NSFAS outlines challenges and future plans
NSFAS discusses the current challenges in student accommodation and outlines plans for improvement as they face the 2025 academic year.
New funding round from National Treasury's Jobs Fund to boost green and informal economies
The Jobs Fund has announced a new funding round aimed at innovative projects in green and informal economies. Learn how to apply for grants and make a difference in your community.
How philanthropy is transforming South African universities
Philanthropic donations to South African universities have seen remarkable growth, with contributions reaching R1. 81 billion in 2022. This article explores the trends, key players, and the impact of these donations on institutions like Stellenbosch University and the University of the Western Cape.
Tech Tides Africa: The venture capital misnomer that complicates Africa's investment narrative
A recent LinkedIn post highlights the challenges of defining venture capital in Africa. This article explores the implications of mislabeling funding mechanisms and the need for contextually relevant investment models.
Under fire: UCT faces Gaza scrutiny while job losses loom after US funding withdrawal
Explore how UCT’s boycott of Israeli universities and a potential NIH funding cut threaten its financial stability in 2025, amid Gaza conflict resolutions
WHO chief urges Trump to reconsider cuts to global health funding amid warnings of crisis
The WHO chief warned that US funding cuts, especially for HIV and Malaria programmes, could undo decades of global health progress and lead to millions of preventable deaths.
How blended finance is revolutionising South Africa's sustainable future
South Africa stands at the forefront of a financial revolution where blended finance is reshaping the investment landscape. From pension funds to individual investors, discover how this innovative approach is bridging the gap between profit and sustainability, offering unprecedented opportunities for both local and international stakeholders in Africa's largest economy.
How South Africa is tackling its early learning childhood crisis
The South African government and private organisations implement policies and reforms to overcome the early childhood development challenge of pupils not being able to read and write.
G20 partners rally to support South Africa's Just Energy Transition amid US withdrawal
South Africa is witnessing increased interest from G20 partners and other nations to fill the funding gap left by the US's withdrawal from the Just Energy Transition initiative
Joburg approves R7. 73bn budget amid fierce protests over R230 electricity surcharge
The City of Johannesburg has approved a massive R7. 73 billion adjustments budget, sparking heated debate in council chambers. Despite fierce opposition and public outcry over the controversial R230 prepaid electricity surcharge, the ANC-led coalition secured a 138-105 victory. The approved budget includes ambitious infrastructure plans and significant borrowing provisions, marking a crucial turning point for the city's financial future.
REVEALED | How AfriForum is raking in the cash from member fees
Analysis reveals AfriForum could generate between R113 million and R1. 1 billion annually from its 315,000 members, as the organisation reports membership growth following its US advocacy trip.
‘Donald Trump doesn’t owe South Africa a cent,’ says Health Minister Motsoaledi amid HIV/AIDS cuts
Health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has told the members of the National Assembly that South Africa must take responsibility for the HIV/AIDS funding crisis after US President Donald Trump slashed funding aid.
National Treasury halts R1bn in provincial development, infrastructure grants over poor spending
Several South African provinces are set to lose nearly R1 billion in development grants due to non-expenditure, with Gauteng and Western Cape facing the largest cuts.
We are not your punchline: Lesotho hits back at Donald's Trumps 'country no one has heard of' jibe
Lesotho was taken aback by US President Donald Trump's mockery of the southern African nation, its foreign minister said.
Main Lesotho LGBTQ organisation says 'not receiving grants from the US'
Lesotho's main LGBTQ rights organisation, the People's Matrix, on Wednesday said that it had not received eight million dollars in US funding as claimed by US President Donald Trump.
Activists demand US senators block funding for Elon Musk's companies
The Freedom Forward organisation has launched a national campaign to get US senators to block all taxpayer funding for Elon Musk companies.
R500 million initiative to assist spaza shops in South Africa
Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams on Sunday announceds a new initiative to assist spaza shops with financial support and training to improve their operations.
Opinion | How Trump's aid cuts could transform education funding in South Africa
Trump's funding freeze presents a pivotal opportunity for South Africa to reshape its education system and engage more deeply with economic blocs like BRICS.
These are the South African companies that benefited from USAID
South African aid agencies are set to continue lifesaving services as a recent US waiver allows funding to resume, following a controversial freeze linked to the Land Expropriation Act.
USAID pours third of global aid into Ukraine as agency faces uncertain future
As USAID faces potential shutdown under Trump and Musk's influence, Ukraine's lifeline of billions in aid hangs in the balance.
How President Donald Trump's cutting off of SA's US funding helps Africa fight 'begging bowl syndrome'
President Donald Trump’s cutting off South Africa’s US funding is both an utter human disgrace to humanity that is defying UN Agenda SDG 3 – ‘Ensure Healthy Lives and Promote well-being for all at all ages’ – as well as a blessing to South Africa and the rest of the African Continent to get rid of the begging bowl syndrome in its entirety.
South Africa's HIV care crisis: US funding freeze threatens lives as clinics close and services halt
In recent weeks, the announcement of cuts to USAID funding has sent shock waves through South Africa, particularly affecting vital healthcare programmes.
US judge extends block on Trump freeze of federal aid funding
In a scathing 30-page ruling, US District Judge Loren AliKhan extended the block on Trump's controversial $3 trillion federal aid freeze, describing it as causing 'nationwide panic'. The judge condemned the White House's 'disingenuous' handling of the situation, which affected healthcare, research, and emergency services across America.