July 09
South Africa: After the Bell - Can the GNU Achieve a Social Compact, Where a Single-Party Government Failed?
Is there a way to make a government of national unity work for the country and its people? Read more »
South Africa: Nelson Mandela University Choir Celebrates 30 Years of Freedom Songs
Combining Western music and African melodies gave this choir its unique flavour, which has been maturing over its illustrious three decades. Read more »
South Africa: Relief Operations Continue As Cold Fronts Lash Parts of the Country
With the western parts of South Africa undergoing disruptive weather for the rest of the week, efforts are under way to help keep communities safe and warm. Read more »
July 08
South Africa: Tmo Decisions in First Test Accurate, Says Bok Refereeing Consultant Jaco Peyper
Ireland were unhappy with several crucial decisions that went against them in the first Test against South Africa. The Boks won 27-20. Read more »
South Africa: Ramokgopa Pledges to Be 'Ultra-Aggressive' With Roll-Out of Renewable Energy
'Let's show the country and the rest of the world that we can do it. We are going to be the leaders on this continent in relation to renewable energy,' said Kgosientsho Ramokgopa… Read more »
South Africa: 'Excessive' New EU Regulations Threaten South Africa's Citrus Export Industry
These historic cases now in front of the World Trade Organisation's dispute settlement body are matters of serious concern for South African agriculture. We are the second biggest… Read more »
South Africa: As Load Shedding Goes Local, the Power Gap Between Rich and Poor Widens
While some in SA celebrated more than 100 days without load shedding, our electricity problems are not over. The lived experience of many people, particularly in townships, has not… Read more »
South Africa: Young Survivors of Usindiso Fire Still Unplaced in Schools - Despite Government Commitments
About 20 children who survived the fire in the Usindiso building and are living in temporary accommodation in Denver, Johannesburg, have not attended school since the fire on 31… Read more »
South Africa: Discontent Grows in South Africa's Steel Industry Over Recently Concluded Pay Rise Offer Agreement
From 1 July, SA steel and engineering workers received a pay increase of about 7%, which will be followed by a 6% increase in 2025 and another 6% in 2026. However, a trade union… Read more »
South Africa: Winter Wallop - Barrage of Fronts Bring Cold, Wet, Snowy Conditions On Heels of Storm Havoc
Icy temperatures and disruptive weather have caused havoc in parts of the country, with some areas experiencing snow and damaging winds, while others are mopping up ahead of… Read more »
July 07
South Africa: Peter Randall - - the Pioneering, Down-to-Earth Activist Behind Ravan Press
Peter Randall was an innovative publisher who promoted revolutionary authors and academics. Read more »
South Africa: Thousands Left Homeless in Western Cape As Gale-Force Winds and Torrential Rain Wreak Havoc
Communities in the Western Cape are facing a severe weather crisis as multiple cold fronts bring icy weather, disruptive rain and damaging winds, causing widespread displacement.… Read more »
July 08
South Africa: Government Should Stop Top-Down Approach and Rather Engage Actively With the South African Public
The government must recognise that a mandate at the polls doesn't give it carte blanche to act unilaterally. Instead, it must actively engage with citizens, creating meaningful… Read more »
July 07
South Africa: We Finally Have a Cabinet - Now Let's Get Down to Business
After all the weeks of panic and uncertainty, I believe this is mostly a good Cabinet and a win-win situation for all involved. Read more »
South Africa: A Clutch of British Comedies Made 80 Years Ago Tell Us Much About Our GNU
As the 'Ealing Comedies' show, democracy is about compromise, it is about the acceptance and tolerance of others and their ideologies. This is what South Africa's government of… Read more »
South Africa: Relations & Relationships - GNU's Success May Depend On Cabinet's Internal Dynamics
The success of President Cyril Ramaphosa's Cabinet will be measured in many ways, but the first test will be economic growth and the creation of an enabling environment. Another… Read more »
South Africa: SA Weather Service Extends Dryer and Warmer-Than-Usual Forecast to November
The South African Weather Service has extended its long-range forecast for dryer and warmer weather conditions across most of the country to November. If this holds true, it could… Read more »
July 08
South Africa: Impoverished Joburgers Buckle Under New Monthly R200 Prepaid Meter Fixed Electricity Surcharge
The cost of prepaid electricity is becoming a heavy burden for Johannesburg residents after the introduction of the R200 monthly fixed charge that will go towards maintaining… Read more »
July 04
South Africa: The GNU Leaves South Africa Without a Credible Political Opposition
An effective opposition must oppose those policies and approaches which hinder the development of society. To this end, credit must be given to the coalition government where… Read more »
South Africa: Not So Fast, Ntshavheni Warns New Ministers Eager to Push Ahead With Department Plans
Addressing the media a day after the swearing-in of the government of national unity executive, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stressed the collective nature of… Read more »
South Africa: From Pit Toilets to NSFAS - New Education Ministers Nobuhle Nkabane and Siviwe Gwarube Vow to Turn the Tide
Can South Africa's two brand-new education ministers be more effective than their predecessors in tackling the myriad challenges in schools and higher educational institutions?… Read more »
South Africa: Zuma's Mk Party Insists It Will Pursue New Vote-Rigging Case After Withdrawal From Electoral Court
The uMkhonto WeSizwe party confirmed that it had delivered a notice to the court withdrawing its application before the Electoral Court on Wednesday. Read more »
South Africa: Urgent Case to Prevent Extinction of African Penguin Heads to Gauteng High Court
Minister accused of placing fishing industry interests above the survival of penguins. Read more »
South Africa: More Turmoil in Western Cape ANC, Now Over Cape Town Council Appointment
The ANC in the Western Cape continues to grapple with factionalism following its decline in the recent elections. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Mpox Outbreak Cases Rise to 20, Death Toll At Three
The Department of Health said on Thursday that South Africa had recorded 20 cases of mpox since May, with three deaths. However, 15 of those 20 people had since received a clean… Read more »