The CitizenSAA faces urgent court challenge over CEO appointment battle
Acting CEO of SAA Matshela Seshibe placed on special leave in August, wants the court to force the airline to interview for the top job.
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The CitizenThe CitizenSAA boss takes airline to court over CEO job snub
Seshibe was placed on special leave in August pending an undisclosed internal investigation
The CitizenHow once-off gains are masking financial strain at SOEs
The collective profit of R45bn is a mirage for some
The CitizenDurban port deal rescues Transnet from another nasty loss
Transnet's financial recovery masks deeper structural problems. Its debt, which has topped R150bn, remains one of its biggest burdens.
The CitizenVW Polo Vivo becomes SA’s best-selling car: Here’s the state of the automotive industry
Affordability of cars remains an issue.
The CitizenPrivate trains prepare for Transnet rail network as monopoly nears end
Two companies will deploy their locomotives and wagons on the network in the coming months.
The CitizenTransnet posts profit for the first time in four years, but still long way to go to recovery
The company declared a loss of R1.9 billion last year.
The CitizenWATCH: Dodgy car deals laid bare with View 4 You
Do not fall victim to used car scams. Discover the common lies told by used car salespeople and how to avoid them by using View 4 You.
The CitizenCarlton Centre, Umlazi Mall among 15 properties Transnet is selling
Transnet wants approximately R900 million for one of the properties.
The CitizenTransnet rail recovery starting to show up in rising coal exports
Volumes through Richards Bay Coal Terminal are on a four-year uptrend, though not yet back to the 2017 peak.
The CitizenCemAir asks tribunal to prohibit Harith acquisition of Safair
CemAir concerned about ownership relationships between government entities and Harith.
The CitizenTransnet ramps up Cape Town port preparations for fruit export season
New labour plans, increased rail capacity and a proposed value-chain 'war room' aim to prevent a repeat of last season's severe disruptions.
The CitizenToo soon for FlySafair to ‘make the call’ on ticket surcharge
Airline commits to removing it, but warns that jet fuel prices are unlikely to return to pre-war levels.
The CitizenSanral scraps panel procurement system after court ruling
Admits to 'indefensible' processes, reverts to open tender system for routine road maintenance contractors and engineering consultants.
The CitizenHill-Lewis hails private sector push at Cape Town port
Transnet has issued a request for proposals for a 25-year concession to redevelop and operate the Port of Cape Town's multipurpose terminal.
The CitizenThese are the top five car brands South Africans under 35 are buying – and none are Chinese
The report found that car brand choices of under-35s reflect practicality over status.
The CitizenTransnet’s bulk rail performance returns to pre-Covid levels
But remaining rail services, including containers, are in the doldrums.
The CitizenSAA silent over reported R1bn Standard Bank bailout
Should the alleged credit facility be confirmed, it would represent the latest significant funding intervention involving SAA.
The CitizenPrasa receives ‘unaffordable’ proposals for mainline passenger services
Air travel would be less costly.
The CitizenNew Sanral board drives procurement reforms
Commitment to rule of law, clean governance, transparency and accountability after recent high court actions exposed serious and significant irregularities.
The CitizenAcsa launches upgrade project to ease congestion at Gqeberha airport
Terminal enhancements at Chief Dawid Stuurman International form part of a broader modernisation strategy.
The CitizenPothole, traffic light repairs halted as City of Joburg liquidity concerns mount
First it was lights, now it's the roads. The city is again under pressure to account for its dismal financial showing, despite denials that it's near insolvent.
The CitizenSanral engineering consultants panel award declared unlawful
Two engineering consulting firms successfully review and set aside the tender award because of irregularities in the tender adjudication process.
The CitizenExposed: The rot in Sanral’s procurement system
It appears to have contravened the PFMA by not advising National Treasury within the stipulated time about contract awards that deviate from normal bidding processes.
The CitizenCape Town wants Transnet action after ‘world’s worst container port’ ranking
Despite improvements, the port's poor performance against its global peers is hurting economic growth, says the city.
The CitizenInvestec tweaks airport lounge visit rule
To unlock unlimited visits, clients must now meet monthly deposit requirements.
The CitizenHow to avoid costly vehicle breakdowns this winter
An expert said that mechanical failures caused by poor maintenance can increase the likelihood of accidents and roadside emergencies during winter.
The CitizenTraxtion ramps up bid to build Africa’s biggest rail company
The company's $86m equity raise was heavily over-subscribed, indicating the appetite for the future of private rail in Africa.
The Citizen7 reasons car warranty claims get rejected and how to avoid it
When a claim is rejected, it is rarely because a customer has done something wrong on purpose.
The CitizenGauteng transport department ordered to pay Putco R154.4m
Department also issued with a punitive court cost order for failing to comply with its obligations.