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Eyewitness News
9 hours ago
- Business
- Eyewitness News
WC Finance MEC hopes additional funds to education, health will help plug gaps
CAPE TOWN - Western Cape Finance MEC Deidre Baartman says she hopes the additional funds allocated to provinces for education and health will help plug the gaps at both departments. During his budget speech two weeks ago, Finance Minister Enoch Gondongwana announced additional funds for provinces to retain teachers, healthcare professionals and hire new staff. Earlier this year, more than 2,400 teaching posts were cut in the Western Cape because of a budget shortfall of R3.8 billion. Baartman re-tabled the Western Cape's 2025/26 budget on Tuesday, following the withdrawal of the national budget in March. She said education and health would receive R100 billion each from the province's R269 billion budget over the next three years. "It should be noted that Minister Godongwana announced additional funding for education and health in provinces. This funding will flow to provinces later in the year and does not form part of this budget. Once received, we will allocate the funding to the respective departments accordingly."
TimesLIVE
5 days ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Ashok Leyland Phoenix cargo carrier arrives in Mzansi
Ashok Leyland is an Indian commercial vehicle maker which relaunched in SA in 2023 after last being sold here in the 1980s. One of India's largest bus manufacturers, the company was founded in 1948 as Ashok Motors and became Ashok Leyland in 1955 after an alliance with British Leyland, which also had manufacturing facilities in SA. The Dost single cab loader and Partner medium truck have been on offer in SA since 2023. They are joined by the new, mid-tier Phoenix with similar budget-conscious, no-frills workhorses. Phoenix With a price of R269,900, the new Phoenix single cab bakkie is squarely aimed at alternatives, including the Mahindra Bolero and Mahindra Pik Up single cabs. It is 5,025mm long, 1,842mm wide and 2,061mm high, but load volumes are the most obvious battle points in this niche. On this front it fights with a 2,950mm long, 1,750mm wide and 415mm high cargo deck rated with loading a max 1,850kg and available with drop sides. It's a three-seater cab with dash-mounted lever and controls, and power steering. It is powered by a 1.5 I three-cylinder diesel engine that outputs 59kW at 3,300rpm and 190Nm between 1,600rpm to 2,400rpm, paired with a five-speed manual transmission driving the rear wheels. Further mechanical wares include the front suspension with two-stage over-slung parabolic and double action shock absorbers in front and semi-elliptic items at the rear axles.
The Citizen
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Exciting prizes on offer at upcoming Durban 10km
Exciting prizes on offer at upcoming Durban 10km – register now One lucky runner will drive away in a brand-new car at this year's Absa Run Your City Durban 10K on Sunday, July 13. The stylish Chery Tiggo 4 Pro LiT, valued from R269 900 is up for grabs thanks to the event's official vehicle partner, Chery South Africa. Now in its 8th year, the Durban race is the third stop in the five-part Absa Run Your City series – one of South Africa's premier road running events. The 10km route showcases Durban's urban landscape and is known for its flat, fast course that caters to elite athletes and recreational runners alike. 'We're thrilled to bring this world-class experience back to Durban,' said Michael Meyer, managing director of Stillwater Sports and founder of the series. 'The Chery car giveaway has become a highlight in every host city, and we're grateful to Chery South Africa for continuing this exciting tradition.' Charged with high-energy atmosphere, the Absa Run Your City Durban 10K promises more than just a race – it's a full city experience. And for one lucky entrant, it could end with a brand-new ride. Register via the event website here. Stay in the loop with The North Coast Courier on Facebook, X, Instagram & YouTube for the latest news. Mobile users can join our WhatsApp Broadcast Service here or if you're on desktop, scan the QR code below. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
