South Africa: South Africa's Law Enforcers Brace for an Intense Criminal Cocktail of Guns, Gangs, Fraud and Drugs

Cops have been busy with arrests and raids while dealing with murders, extortion-linked shootings and State Capture. Next year, their work may very well increase as global drug… Read more »

South Africa: SABC to Investigate Employee Accused of Abuse and Racism Aboard Flysafair Flight

FlySafair has banned an SABC employee after she was filmed making racist remarks while disrupting a flight. Criminal charges against her have been withdrawn pending further… Read more »

South Africa: Polluters and Poachers Feel the Sting of Environmental Guardians the Green Scorpions

According to the latest National Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Report, published on 18 November 2024, the Green Scorpions arrested more than 500 suspects over the past… Read more »

South Africa: Why Do We Revert to Our Childhood Selves When We Visit Family?

If you feel like family dynamics overwhelm you, remember there are few things you can do to take a breath and reset. Read more »

South Africa: Does Loyalty to the EFF Party Leader Decide the Fate of Dr Ndlozi?

Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has been sidelined by the EFF and his position as a Member of Parliament appears to be at risk, highlighting how in our current electoral system, party… Read more »

South Africa: SA Safety and Security Structure Intensifies Operations At Border With Mozambique

The unrest that broke out in Mozambique just before Christmas has been linked to 125 deaths and a mass prison break. The South African National Joint Operational and Intelligence… Read more »

South Africa: Hyena Kills Young Girl At Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

The young daughter of a staff member at one of the privately owned safari lodges at Timbavati Private Nature Reserve was killed by a spotted hyena on Friday, 27 December. Read more »

South Africa: Sonwabile Dlomo Goes Beyond the Call of Duty to Convict a Serial Rapist

The warrant officer's work helped to bring justice for the victims. Read more »

South Africa: Boks and All Blacks Dominate the Daily Maverick Dream Team of the Year

After another superb 12 months of rugby both locally and globally, this is the dream squad to face Mars. Read more »

Africa: Baubles of Gratitude - Good Wishes for South Africa's Bright Future

Never mind the machinations that brought us here, we can be grateful that peace won out, especially when you cast your gaze to our neighbours in Mozambique or further afield to… Read more »

South Africa: Businessperson of the Year - Eskom Chair Nyati Brings Light and Hope Back

With engineering expertise and private-sector experience, the Eskom chair is leading the utility out of the bog in which it's been stuck for years. Read more »

South Africa: Why Cyril Ramaphosa Is My Person of the Year

In our diverse society, different people nominate different individuals to be 'Person of the Year' for many reasons. And yet, despite respecting the will of our readers, for me,… Read more »

South Africa: Community Members Set Courthouse Alight After Alleged Gangster Dies During Police Interview

Residents of Bishop Lavis, Cape Town, attempted to torch the local magistrates' court after an alleged gangster died while being interviewed by the police. Read more »

Africa: Supporting a Grieving Loved One On Holidays and Special Occasions - Practical Tips From a Clinical Psychologist

A clinical psychologist offers research-backed ways to work through grief and support grieving friends and family members during the holidays. Read more »

South Africa: Forensic Reports Reveal Mismanagement, Fraud and Corruption in Gauteng Department of Social Development

Investigative and forensic reports into the funds disbursed by the Gauteng Department of Social Development have flagged serious concerns over fraud, corruption and evidence that… Read more »

South Africa: Motorcyclist, Motorist Die in Centurion Floods - Region Braces for More Storms

Floods hit Tshwane on Friday night and claimed the lives of a motorist and motorcyclist in Centurion, Tshwane. Read more »

South Africa: Legal Teams On Standby As Ramaphosa Hands Over Bela Act Implementation to Gwarube

All eyes (and legal teams) are on Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube, now tasked with setting out the norms and standards for the full implementation of the Bela Act in 2025. Read more »

South Africa: Cape Town Nature Reserve Under Siege As Algal Toxins and Sewage Pollution Threaten Biodiversity

Stakeholders expressed dismay that despite alerting the City of Cape Town to a major source of pollution in the vlei more than a year ago, the City had not been forthcoming in… Read more »

South Africa: In a Polarised World of Global 2024 Turmoil, South Africa's GNU Political Miracle Was a Doozy

As people become increasingly polarised by flagrant displays of wealth, frat boy podcasters and viral, AI-generated fake news, SA and its change of government is showing the way… Read more »

South Africa: Eskom Keeps the Lights On and Sees Profits On the Horizon, but Serious Financial and Governance Problems Persist

SA has experienced no load shedding for more than six months and Eskom expects to pencil in a profit of more than R10bn by the end of March 2025. However. the power utility still… Read more »

South Africa: #thelaundry - Sasfin Bank's Snake Pit

Sasfin's experience shows how damaging 'rogue' bankers can be and demonstrates that the line between formal and underground financial systems is often merely hypothetical. Read more »

Africa: Financing Africa's Future - - Bold Global Cooperation Is Vital to Break Debt Cycle, Unlock Sustainable Development

Africa's success hinges on fiscal discipline, political stability and enhanced domestic governance. However, immediate relief lies in creating equitable international partnerships… Read more »

South Africa: From Forced Removals to Cultural Revival - the Enduring Legacy of District Six Museum

How do you keep an independent museum going for 30 years? The District Six Museum in Cape Town might have an answer: through an understanding of the community they know and love.… Read more »

South Africa: Spaza Shop Registration Extended - but Owners Still Worried About February Deadline

The deadline for the registration of all spaza shops and food handling outlets across the country has been extended to 28 February 2025 after many store owners struggled to… Read more »

Zimbabwe: After the Bell - Will the US Sanctions Against the Gold Mafia Work?

The tentacles of this scandal are one of the reasons South Africa is on the Financial Action Task Force grey list. And the consequence of being on that list is that South Africa… Read more »