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      Nearly 750,000 Driving Licences Are Waiting to be Printed – But at Least the Printing Machine is Working Again

      by Elna Schütz@groundup_newsMay 12, 2025May 12, 2025 454 0

      Department of Transport says staff will work extra hours to deal with the backlog   South Africa (12 May 2025) — The Department of Transport says that the country’s sole…

      Breaking Good News: South Africans Stop VAT Hike in Its Tracks

      Breaking Good News: South Africans Stop VAT Hike in Its Tracks

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 24, 2025April 24, 2025 15,736 0

      The South African government has scrapped its planned VAT hike after a national outcry… proof that when citizens, parties and pressure align, real change is possible.   South Africa (24…

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      All About The VAT Increase: They Can Count the Rands, We Count on Each Other

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 22, 2025April 22, 2025 1,200 0

      The VAT might go up on the 1st of May… or it might not. But the worry? That’s already here. While politicians debate percentages, South Africans are already doing the…

      Minister Apologises for Loadshedding - South Africans Respond with Hope and Gratitude (Mostly)

      Minister Apologises for Loadshedding – South Africans Respond with Hope and Gratitude (Mostly)

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque February 27, 2025 650 0

      A South African minister apologising for loadshedding? That’s unheard of. But even more surprising? The internet’s response – one of gratitude, respect and a rare moment of unity (mostly).  …

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      Class of 2024 Makes History with Record-Breaking Pass Rate

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 14, 2025 1,178 0

      The Matric Class of 2024 has shattered records and ignited hope, achieving South Africa’s highest-ever pass rate of 87.3% – a milestone that proves the transformative power of education to…

      When government officials make headlines, it’s often for all the wrong reasons - but every now and then, a story surfaces that restores faith in the power of public service and simple human kindness.

      Stranded and Unsafe: Traffic Officer’s Simple Act of Kindness Sparks Gratitude

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 31, 2024 657 0

      When government officials make headlines, it’s often for all the wrong reasons – but every now and then, a story surfaces that restores faith in the power of public service…

      Accomplishments A GNU Dawn - Meet South Africa's New Cabinet

      2024: A Year of Hope And Goodness For South Africa

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 30, 2024January 15, 2025 2,165 0

      2024 has been a turning point for South Africa – a year marked by hope, unity, and a renewed sense of pride. From historic elections to rising national happiness, the…

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      270 Days of Power: South Africa’s Brightest Streak Yet

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque December 27, 2024 451 0

      After many years of crippling blackouts, South Africa has flipped the switch – 270 days of uninterrupted power stand as a bold reminder that even the darkest chapters can pave…

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      South Africa’s Government of National Unity Announced!

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyJune 14, 2024June 19, 2024 1,548 0

      South Africa’s government of national unity has officially been announced, with our two biggest parties, the ANC and DA, agreeing to work together.   South Africa (14 June 2024) –…

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      How to Feel a Little Calmer During the Post-Election Stress 

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyJune 3, 2024June 3, 2024 410 0

      Few things distress people more than other people’s stress, and right now, many of us are feeling the post-election stress in full. But do we have to feel it so…

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