April 21
South Africa: R560 Grant Cannot Feed a Child As Food Costs Hit R934
March data shows it costs R934,93 to feed one child, while the Child Support Grant pays R560, leaving a monthly shortfall. The grant is below the food poverty line and covers… Read more »
February 09
South Africa: Union Slams Minimum Wage Hike As Insult to Workers
The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa says a proposed minimum wage of R30 per hour still leaves workers thousands of rands short of basic monthly expenses. Rising… Read more »
January 05
South Africa: Presidency Says Ramaphosa Mauritius Holiday Was No Secret
The Presidency says President Cyril Ramaphosa's Mauritius holiday was not secret and followed the rules. Gwede Mantashe acted as president from 21 to 27 December while Ramaphosa… Read more »
December 15, 2025
South Africa: Canada Warns Tourists of Violent Crime and Kidnappings in South Africa
The advisory tells tourists to stay off the roads at night and avoid helping strangers who look like they are in trouble. Cape Town's airport route and city centres after dark… Read more »
