Pilots at South African Airways, SAA are threatening to down tools today, potentially grounding flights and disrupting travel plans for thousands of passengers. The strike, which could have far-reaching consequences for the already beleaguered airline, is over a dispute regarding wages and working conditions. Senior Producer Ronald Phiri spoke to Aviation Expert Guy Leitch about where the strike stems from and its potential impact on passengers

Pilots at South African Airways, SAA are threatening to down tools today, potentially grounding flights and disrupting travel plans for thousands of passengers. The strike, which could have far-reaching consequences for the already beleaguered airline, is over a dispute regarding wages and working conditions. Senior Producer Ronald Phiri spoke to Aviation Expert Guy Leitch about where the strike stems from and its potential impact on passengers

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SAA pilots threaten strike action

Social grants will increase in April, with adjustments slightly above inflation. However, the SRD grant remains unchanged at R370, with payments continuing until next year. Meanwhile, SASSA has terminated nearly 35,000 grants deemed incorrect or fraudulent after upgrading its verification processes. Elvis Presslin spoke to Elizabeth Raiters, Social Grant Activist

Social grants will increase in April, with adjustments slightly above inflation. However, the SRD grant remains unchanged at R370, with payments continuing until next year. Meanwhile, SASSA has terminated nearly 35,000 grants deemed incorrect or fraudulent after upgrading its verification processes. Elvis Presslin spoke to Elizabeth Raiters, Social Grant Activist

Budget 2026: Social grants to increase in April

The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU has criticized the 2026/27 Budget saying it fails to address unemployment, poverty and inequality. While welcoming some allocations for health, education and social security, COSATU says the focus on balancing books has missed the opportunity for a bold stimulus package. The union is concerned about no funds for 10,000 labour inspectors and inadequate support for struggling municipalities. COSATU is also angry about no inflation adjustment for the SRD Grant recipients. Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks

The Congress of South African Trade Unions, COSATU has criticized the 2026/27 Budget saying it fails to address unemployment, poverty and inequality. While welcoming some allocations for health, education and social security, COSATU says the focus on balancing books has missed the opportunity for a bold stimulus package. The union is concerned about no funds for 10,000 labour inspectors and inadequate support for struggling municipalities. COSATU is also angry about no inflation adjustment for the SRD Grant recipients. Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks

COSATU criticises the 2026 budget

Msindisi Lizani, a standout undergraduate, has been crowned the winner of the prestigious 2025 Nedbank and Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition. This esteemed contest has become a launching pad for young economists to share their insights on shaping South Africa's future. Lizani's winning essay delves into the impact of tariffs on developing economies, drawing inspiration from former US President Donald Trump's protectionist policies. He examines the role of tariffs in promoting employment and safeguarding industries in emerging markets, with a focus on South Africa. Elvis Presslin spoke to Msindisi Lizani, 2025 winner of the Undergraduate Nedbank and Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition

Msindisi Lizani, a standout undergraduate, has been crowned the winner of the prestigious 2025 Nedbank and Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition. This esteemed contest has become a launching pad for young economists to share their insights on shaping South Africa's future. Lizani's winning essay delves into the impact of tariffs on developing economies, drawing inspiration from former US President Donald Trump's protectionist policies. He examines the role of tariffs in promoting employment and safeguarding industries in emerging markets, with a focus on South Africa. Elvis Presslin spoke to Msindisi Lizani, 2025 winner of the Undergraduate Nedbank and Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition

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