Articles about Outa

Caught between the sun and Eskom’s bill

Eskom extends its R10 000 solar registration sweetener to September, but legislative requirements remain clouded.

President unpacks SA’s digitisation drive at SONA 2026

The 2026 State of the Nation Address highlighted intentions to use AI to fight illicit trade, among other tech plans, but commentators urge measurable implementation.

Eskom’s solar PV rules will backfire, says OUTA

The power utility lacks legal standing to enforce solar registration, the civic body argues, predicting mass resistance similar to e-tolls.

AARTO system flaws could cost driver’s licence

Motorists could lose their licences under AARTO – not for reckless driving but because system flaws make it vulnerable to errors, corruption and outdated data.

Joburg council scraps CCTV by-law after public outcry

OUTA welcomes Johannesburg’s repeal of its CCTV by-law, calling it a victory for residents over unnecessary red tape and costs.

Court showdown looms over COJ’s CCTV by-law

OUTA is going to court to challenge the legality of the City of Johannesburg’s new by-law on privately-owned closed-circuit television cameras.

IDEMIA lands new smart driving licence tender

The Department of Transport appoints IDEMIA Identity and Security SA as its preferred bidder to produce the new smart driver’s licence cards.

NSFAS board dissolved as unpaid allowances debacle unravels

Minister Dr Blade Nzimande dissolves the board with immediate effect, as students threaten national shutdown over non-payment of allowances.

‘Confusion’ as e-tolls scheme comes to an end

The gantries will be switched off at midnight on Thursday 11 April but the historic e-toll debt remains in place.

Corrupt former SAP execs deserve jail time, says OUTA

Those involved in SAP’s corruption cases should be imprisoned for their role in the nefarious activities, says the civil rights organisation.

Nzimande slams corruption claims in NSFAS saga

Minister Blade Nzimande denies receiving kickbacks from NSFAS-contracted fintech.

NSFAS terminates direct-payment service providers’ contracts

An investigation uncovers “conflict of interest” in the appointment of four National Student Financial Aid Scheme direct payment service providers.