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Godongwana welcomes court order suspending VAT increase
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Godongwana welcomes court order suspending VAT increase

Zuko Komisa Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's proposed 0.5% VAT increase has been officially suspended following a court order, ratified by the Western Cape High Court on April 27th. This decision formalises the Minister's prior announcement to withdraw the controversial measure. The agreement, reached between Godongwana, the Democratic Alliance (DA), and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), led to the out-of-court settlement. National Treasury stated that the Minister welcomed the court order, […]

today29/04/2025

Unpacking Diplomat Sikose Mji's insightful memoir 'On the Stage of Time'
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Unpacking Diplomat Sikose Mji’s insightful memoir ‘On the Stage of Time’

Zuko Komisa Image | @beyond_the_vale_publishing/Instagram Kaya 959's Point of View with Phemelo Motene recently delved into the insightful memoir On The Stage of Time by veteran diplomat Sikose Mji. Mji is a former diplomat and senior civil servant in the Foreign Office (Department of International Relations and Cooperation). The book, a personal reflection on South Africa's journey through the tumultuous years of apartheid and into the complexities of its democratic […]

today27/04/2025

Nearly half of SA teachers eyeing exit within a decade
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Nearly half of SA teachers eyeing exit within a decade

Zuko Komisa Image | Adobe Stock A concerning new study by Stellenbosch University has revealed that nearly half of South Africa's teachers are contemplating leaving the profession within the next ten years, despite a strong dedication to their students. The research, led by economist Dr Heleen Hofmeyr, highlights overwhelming workloads, excessive administrative burdens, threats of violence from learners, and a lack of mental health support as key drivers behind this […]

today24/04/2025

South Africa braces for heavy rains, cold snap as severe weather hits
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South Africa braces for heavy rains, cold snap as severe weather hits

Zuko Komisa Image | Adobe Stock South Africans can brace for a week of inclement weather as a significant cut-off low pressure system is poised to sweep across much of the country, bringing with it heavy rainfall, plummeting temperatures, and the risk of severe thunderstorms. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued warnings of widespread showers, potential flooding, damaging hail, and even snowfall in mountainous regions. The weather system […]

today24/04/2025

Another fire breaks out at Tembisa Hospital
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Another fire breaks out at Tembisa Hospital

Bulelwa Hoala Image: @KayaNews on X The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) confirmed another fire incident at Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital on Wednesday morning. According to the GDoH, the fresh fire was in the area adjacent to the Accident and Emergency Unit which burned down on Saturday,19 April 2025. “The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) can confirm that fire fighters from the City of Ekurhuleni’s Fire Department are currently on […]

today23/04/2025

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Unpacking a case of an employee who falsely accused a colleague of being the father of her child

Zuko Komisa Image | Adobe Stock A workplace dispute took an extraordinary turn when an employee mistakenly accused a colleague of fathering her child, culminating in a court-ordered paternity test that proved the accusation false. The subsequent dismissal of the employee by their employer has been deemed unfair by both the National Bargaining Council and the Johannesburg Labour Court, highlighting the complexities of workplace conduct and disciplinary action. The unusual […]

today19/04/2025

Seven Mangaung prison officials suspended after murder of inmate
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Seven Mangaung prison officials suspended after murder of inmate

Zuko Komisa Image | inmate Mpho Mkhumbeni /X The controversial, privately managed G4S Mangaung Correctional Centre in the Free State has suspended seven of its prison officials in response to the murder of inmate Mpho Mkhumbeni. Mkhumbeni died on 12 March after he was pepper-sprayed and beaten during an unauthorised raid on his cell the night before. The Department of Correctional Services has stated it is closely monitoring the situation […]

today17/04/2025

Deadly shooting rocks Walter Sisulu University's Mthatha Campus
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Deadly shooting rocks Walter Sisulu University’s Mthatha Campus

Zuko Komisa Image | @buffalo_insider/X Investigations are underway following a tragic shooting incident at Walter Sisulu University's (WSU) Mthatha campus on Tuesday, which resulted in the death of one individual and injuries to several others. According to reports, the incident unfolded amidst escalating student protests. Details surrounding the incident remain under scrutiny, but it is alleged that the unrest began when a group of students targeted the on-campus residence of […]

today16/04/2025

Ramaphosa appoints Mcebisi Jonas as special envoy to US
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Ramaphosa appoints Mcebisi Jonas as special envoy to US

Zuko Komisa Image | @PresidencyZA/ X President Cyril Ramaphosa has named Mcebisi Jonas, a prominent figure in South African business and former Deputy Finance Minister, as his Special Envoy to the United States. The appointment signals a renewed effort to fortify diplomatic, trade, and bilateral relations between the two nations. Jonas, currently serving as the chairman of MTN Group, will play a crucial role in leading negotiations and cultivating partnerships […]

today14/04/2025

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THIS PRIVACY STATEMENT FORMS PART OF KAYA 959’S TERMS OF USE POLICY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ANY TERM OF THIS PRIVACY STATEMENT, YOU MUST CEASE YOUR ACCESS OF THIS WEBSITE IMMEDIATELY. 

POPIA Act – To promote the protection of personal information processed by public and private bodies; to introduce certain conditions so as to establish minimum requirements for the processing of personal information; to provide for the establishment of an Information Regulator to exercise certain powers and to perform certain duties and functions in terms of this Act and the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000; to provide for the issuing of codes of conduct; to provide for the rights of persons regarding unsolicited electronic communications and automated decision making; to regulate the flow of personal information across the borders of the Republic; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

RECOGNISING THAT—

  • section 14 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, provides that everyone has the right to privacy;
  • the right to privacy includes a right to protection against the unlawful collection, retention, dissemination and use of personal information;
  • the State must respect, protect, promote and fulfil the rights in the Bill of Rights;

AND BEARING IN MIND THAT—

  • consonant with the constitutional values of democracy and openness, the need for economic and social progress, within the framework of the information society, requires the removal of unnecessary impediments to the free flow of information, including personal information;

AND IN ORDER TO—

  • regulate, in harmony with international standards, the processing of personal information by public and private bodies in a manner that gives effect to the right to privacy subject to justifiable limitations that are aimed at protecting other rights and important interests,
  1. Definitions and Interpretation

1.1.“Personal Information” means information relating to an identifiable, living, natural person and where it is applicable, identifiable, existing juristic person, including all information as defined in the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. 

1.2  Parliament assented to POPIA on 19 November 2013. The commencement date of section 1, Part A of Chapter 5, section 112 and section 113 was 11 April 2014. The commencement date of the other sections was 1 July 2020 (with the exception of section 110 and 114(4). The President of South Africa has proclaimed the POPI commencement date to be 1 July 2020.

 
1.3. “Processing” means the creation, generation, communication, storage, destruction of personal information as more fully defined in the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013.  

1.4. “You” or the “user” means any person who accesses and browses this website for any purpose. 

1.4. “Website” means the website of the KAYA 959 at URL www.kaya959.co.za or such other URL as KAYA 959 may choose from time to time.   

  1. Status and Amendments

2.1. KAYA 959 respects your privacy. This privacy policy statement sets out KAYA 959’s information gathering and dissemination practices in respect of the Website. 

2.2. This Privacy Policy governs the processing of personal information provided to KAYA 959 through your use of the Website. 

2.3. Please note that, due to legal and other developments, KAYA 959 may amend these terms and conditions from time to time.  

  1. Processing of Personal Information

3.1. By providing your personal information to KAYA 959 you acknowledge that it has been collected directly from you and consent to its processing by KAYA 959. 

3.2. Where you submit Personal Information (such as name, address, telephone number and email address) via the website (e.g. through completing any online form) the following principles are observed in the processing of that information: 

3.2.1. KAYA 959 will only collect personal information for a purpose consistent with the purpose for which it is required. The specific purpose for which information is 
collected will be apparent from the context in which it is requested. 

3.2.2. KAYA 959 will only process personal information in a manner that is adequate, relevant and not excessive in the context of the purpose for which it is processed. 

3.2.3. Personal information will only be processed for a purpose compatible with that for which it was collected, unless you have agreed to an alternative purpose in writing or KAYA 959 is permitted in terms of national legislation of general application dealing primarily with the protection of personal information. 

3.2.4. KAYA 959 will keep records of all personal Information collected and the specific purpose for which it was collected for a period of 1 (one) year from the date on which it was last used. 

3.2.5. KAYA 959 will not disclose any personal information relating to you to any third party unless your prior written agreement is obtained or KAYA 959 is required to do so by law. 

3.2.6. If personal information is released with your consent KAYA 959 will retain a record of the information released, the third party to which it was released, the reason for the release and the date of release, for a period of 1 (one) year from the date on which it was last used. 

3.2.7. KAYA 959 will destroy or delete any personal information that is no longer needed by KAYA 959 for the purpose it was initially collected, or subsequently processed. 

3.3. Note that, as permitted by the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002, KAYA 959 may use personal information collected to compile profiles for statistical purposes. No information contained in the profiles or statistics will be able to be linked to any specific user.    

  1. Collection of anonymous data

4.1. KAYA 959 may use standard technology to collect information about the use of this website. This technology is not able to identify individual users but simply allows KAYA 959 to collect statistics. 

4.2. KAYA 959 may utilise temporary or session cookies to keep track of users’ browsing habits. A cookie is a small file that is placed on your hard drive in order to keep a record of your interaction with this website and facilitate user convenience. 

4.2.1. Cookies by themselves will not be used to identify users personally but may be used to compile identified statistics relating to use of services offered or to provide KAYA 959 with feedback on the performance of this website. 

4.2.2. The following classes of information may be collected in respect of users who have enabled cookies: 

4.2.2.1. The browser software used; 

4.2.2.2. IP address; 

4.2.2.3. Date and time of activities while visiting the website; 

4.2.2.4. URLs of internal pages visited; and 

4.2.2.5. referrers. 

4.3. If you do not wish cookies to be employed to customize your interaction with this website it is possible to alter the manner in which your browser handles cookies. Please note that, if this is done, certain services on this website may not be available. 

  1. Security

5.1. KAYA 959 takes reasonable measures to ensure the security and integrity of information submitted to or collected by this website, but cannot under any circumstances be held liable for any loss or other damage sustained by you as a result of unlawful access to or dissemination of any personal information by a third party. 

  1. Links to other websites

6.1. KAYA 959 has no control over and accepts no responsibility for the privacy practices of any third party websites to which hyperlinks may have been provided and KAYA 959 strongly recommends that you review the privacy policy of any website you visit before using it further. 

  1. Queries

7.1. If you have any queries about this privacy policy please contact us by emailing [email protected]