Tax filing season starts

The start of the filing period of the 2009 tax season for individual taxpayers and trusts has begun, and taxpayers can now submit their income tax returns to Sars electronically, or request a customised, pre-populated tax return for manual submission.

SABMiller in R6bn empowerment deal

Global brewing giant SABMiller has unveiled black economic empowerment deal that will see approximately 10% in South African Breweries, worth approximately US$750-million (about R6-billion), being transferred to its employees, black owned retailers and major customers, and the SAB Foundation.

NHI: 'decent healthcare for all'

A National Health Insurance system would ensure all citizens have access to decent health-care, says Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi, adding that the current system of healthcare financing can "no longer be allowed to go on, because it [is] simply unsustainable".

Closing criminals' mobile networks

South African mobile phone companies are now required to capture and verify their customers' names, addresses and ID numbers, under a new law designed to help the authorities to combat crime in the country.

Govt backs South Africa's auto sector

The government views South Africa's vehicle manufacturing industry as "strategic" and will continue supporting it, while steering it more towards the manufacture of components and commercial vehicles, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.

Knysna Oyster Festival warms up winter

The Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival, a celebration of sport and the good life, has established itself as one of the most popular annual events in the Western Cape. It is into its 26th year and was officially opened on Wednesday evening by the Executive Mayor of Knysna, Eleanore Bouw-Spies.