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Economy

FMD free status a monumental task

The R80 billion national livestock industry is facing a serious threat from the Food and Mouth Disease (FMD) that has…

FS boasts first solar-powered EV charging station

Two years later, the vision of the Free State Government in collaboration with Zero Carbon Charge has become a reality.…

Tau welcomes extension of AGOA

Though this may be good news for South Africa, a cloud of uncertainty and anxiety still lingers over the political…

Who is likely to get employed based on trends?

It is now back to reality, schools are open and the employed are going back to work. Many will also…

ANC prioritises municipalities and service delivery

Political parties are now gearing up for the upcoming local elections this year, amongst the biggest challenges that also affect…

Zibi opposed to Starlink in South Africa

The Rise Mzansi Leader Songezo Zibi says it would be stupid to have Starlink in South Africa, owned by Elon…

FMD threatens livestock industry

The Free State Agriculture (FSA) is calling on the Minister for Agriculture Mr John Steenhuisen to intervene on the scourge…

FMD cases reach 194 in Free State

The livestock sector in the Free State continues to be battered by the Food and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak, now…

Ramaphosa to undertake official visit to UAE

President Cyril Ramaphosa will undertake an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 12-13 January 2026, at the…

Decisive measures needed to grow Free State economy

This sluggish growth has limited opportunities for inclusive economic participation, resulting in insufficient job creation and rising costs of living…