Name change for popular tourist town in South Africa hits resistance

South Africa kisses another 100 businesses goodbye | Positive turn for petrol prices in South Africa – but the pressure is on | The government faced resistance at the first public hearing for proposed name changes of Eastern Cape towns. [BusinessTech logo]( [Top stories this week]( [◼ Name change for popular tourist town in South Africa hits resistance]( The government faced resistance at the first public hearing for proposed name changes of Eastern Cape towns. [◼ South Africa kisses another 100 businesses goodbye]( January saw over 100 businesses shut their doors - showing a massive jump from the same time last year as companies come under strain. [◼ Positive turn for petrol prices in South Africa – but the pressure is on]( Motorists are expected to feel a sharp sting at the pumps next week - but it looks like it might be slightly lighter than mid-month forecasts. [◼ South Africa is getting two new universities – here’s what they will offer]( The Department of Higher Education and Training has identified the locations and proposed courses for two universities coming to South Africa. [◼ Petrol price pain hitting South Africa next week]( Month-end data from the Central Energy Fund shows that a steep petrol and diesel price hike is cemented for March. [◼ FNB sounds the alarm for consumers in South Africa]( FirstRand says its credit loss ratio is better than expected - but this is not the case for FNB, which saw credit impairments shoot up. [◼ New divorce laws for South Africa waiting for Ramaphosa’s signature]( The National Council of Provinces has sent three more Bills to the President's desk, with three months left until the National Election. [◼ The new property hotspot in South Africa’s richest city]( One area in Johannesburg has performed exceptionally well despite the tough economic climate. [◼ Great news for braai lovers in South Africa]( South Africa's meat industry is about to get a major boost thanks to a new trade agreement - all while local prices are easing, including chicken. [◼ Ramaphosa promises Basic Income Grant for South Africa is coming]( The ANC has again promised to introduce a permanent Basic Income Grant (BIG); however, the party has not committed to any timeline. [Facebook]([Twitter]([LinkedIn]([YouTube]( [Manage your preferences or unsubscribe]( • [View PDF]( • [Pause Subscription]( • [View Online]( This email was sent to {EMAIL} on 03-03-2024 This is intended for opt-in communication only. If you feel this email is unsolicited please [report it]( to us Email Powered By Everlytic