Jyothi Laldas
Jyothi Laldas is an accomplished journalist with 15 years of experience in the news media industry. She has established herself as a respected voice in the field, known for her keen insights and passion for storytelling. Jyothi grew up on a farm in rural KwaZulu-Natal, a background that instilled in her a deep appreciation for hard work and the importance of community. Her passion for writing and learning about people has been a driving force throughout her career, enabling her to connect with her audience and bring important stories to light. Jyothi‘s journalistic journey has been marked by her dedication to providing accurate and impactful reporting on a range of topics.
Police recover stolen livestock and make arrests
Livestock theft plaguing farming communities has been under the spotlight recently with many farmers calling on the police to do more to assist them.
Tongaat Hulett sugar division acquisition welcomed
The acquisition of embattled Tongaat Hulett’s sugar division by Kagera Sugar Ltd, owned by Tanzanian multimillionaire Seif Ali Seif, has given a sense of relief to thousands in South Africa’s sugar industry.
Repo rate remains unchanged
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) announced on Thursday that the repo rate would hold steady at 8,25% and the prime lending rate would remain at 11,75%.
Army called out to protect trucks against attacks
Brazen attacks on South Africa’s trucking industry have prompted the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) on all major routes in the affected provinces as of Thursday, 13 July.
