January 02
South Africa: Cape Town's Minstrels Kick Off Tweede Nuwe Jaar With a Bang As the Klopse Drum the Ghoema Beat
The alternative New Year celebrations date back to the mid-19th century when the Cape slaves were given a day off from their duties on 2 January. Read more »
December 28, 2023
South Africa: Environmental Champ of the Year - Civil Justice Activist Ferrial Adam
The executive manager of WaterCAN is turning the tide on water security in South Africa. Read more »
South Africa: Environmental Champ of the Year Runners-Up - Kumi Naidoo and Clean Creatives
Activist Kumi Naidoo, the former secretary-general of Amnesty International and executive director of Greenpeace, understands that climate justice and social justice are… Read more »
December 26, 2023
South Africa: Businessperson of the Year - Ncumisa Ndelu Teaches Women Financial Literacy and Strategic Shopping
The 1 Family 1 Stockpile founder has about a million followers building a healthy relationship with money. Read more »
South Africa: Firefighters Stretched to Limit in Fierce Winds, Scramble to Help Hundreds
Relentless firefighting continued for an eighth consecutive day in fierce southerly winds in hot spots around Cape Town, with hundreds of people living in informal settlements… Read more »
South Africa: Six Die in Christmas Eve KZN Flood, With Level 2 Warnings of More Heavy Rain in Five Provinces
At least six people died and 10 were missing after a flood on Christmas Eve in KwaZulu-Natal. The SA Weather Service has issued a Level 2 warning until Wednesday in five of the… Read more »
South Africa: Five-Star Rabada Puts Proteas in Early Driving Seat Against India
South Africa's Kagiso Rabada was the shining light during an overcast day at Centurion, picking up the 14th five-wicket haul of his career on the opening day of the first Test… Read more »
South Africa: Community Champion of the Year Runners-Up - Thapelo Mohapi, Portia Marinana and Avril Andrews
The heroes who lead the way and go beyond the call of duty to uplift their communities. Read more »
South Africa: Community Champion of the Year - Gift of the Givers' Ali Sablay Is the Humanitarian You Need in a Crisis
The Gift of the Givers project manager says he was taught humanitarianism by his parents and sees the work he does as a calling. Read more »
South Africa: Businessperson of the Year Runners-Up - Neil Schreuder, Andy Du Plessis and Stephen Van Coller
Consumers benefit from business leaders' innovation and forward thinking. Read more »
December 22, 2023
South Africa: Relentless Blaze Lays Siege Across Simon's Town for Third Consecutive Night, Scarborough Evacuates
The wildfire that was sparked on the mountain slopes of Castle Rock, south of Simon's Town hurtled towards Scarborough via Plateau Road on Thursday evening, fuelled by a raging… Read more »
December 20, 2023
South Africa: Cape Town International Ranked Third-Best Airport in the World
London's Gatwick Airport is the world's third worst, based on metrics like being on time, what customers think of them and the food and shopping experience. Read more »
December 17, 2023
South Africa: A Transformative Parliament Is a Key Instrument to Drive Climate Change Action
At the 28th Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), many highlighted the role of parliaments in the response to climate… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Releases 'Draft Strategy' to Reduce Annual 10 Tonnes of Food Losses and Waste
Just in time for COP28's emphasis on the huge role of food systems in the climate crisis, a 'strategy' from South Africa's environment ministry outlines a long-overdue plan to… Read more »
Africa: Groundbreaking HIV-Prevention Initiative Harnesses AI to Bring Medicine to the People
The ePrEP programme represents a significant leap forward in addressing critical challenges in PrEP accessibility, continuity and adherence among transgender women and men who have… Read more »
South Africa: With Love From Zuma - - Former President Ditches ANC in Upcoming Elections, Vows 'Total Liberation'
Infighting in the ANC has once again played out in the broader political arena. Former president Jacob Zuma (81) has declared his refusal to vote or campaign for the ANC in the… Read more »
December 14, 2023
Africa: 'Delusionists and Illusionists' - COP28 Presents Empty Platitudes and More Hot Air
We are all part of a self-perpetuating cycle of consumption and profit, driven by those with wealth and unquestioningly endorsed by people who have not considered their role in… Read more »
Africa: A Mixed Bag - COP28 Made Progress On Some Key Areas While Neglecting Others
After running a day behind schedule, COP28 has finally concluded. On Wednesday, delegates adopted a final text that -- for the first time -- mentioned a transition away from fossil… Read more »
South Africa: Mavuso Msimang Backtracks On Resignation After ANC Agrees to Exclude Leaders Implicated in State Capture
The ANC has announced that veteran Mavuso Msimang has rescinded his resignation as the party agrees to exclude from 2024 parliamentary lists members who have been implicated in… Read more »
December 12, 2023
South Africa: Battle for Zulu Throne Reignited As King Misuzulu Kazwelithini's Recognition Ruled Unlawful
President Cyril Ramaphosa has been ordered to appoint an investigating committee comprising experts on Zulu royal matters to determine the rightful heir to the throne after he was… Read more »
South Africa: Cholera Case Confirmed in Nelson Mandela Bay - Sewage Spill May Be the Cause
A case of cholera has been confirmed in the Nelson Mandela Bay metro and while the municipality insisted that the drinking water is safe, it said on Monday that the affected woman… Read more »
South Africa: Alleged Parliament Arsonist Zandile Mafe Found Unfit to Stand Trial
Suspected Parliament arsonist Zandile Mafe will not face a criminal trial after he was declared unfit to stand trial on Monday, almost two years after he allegedly set fire to the… Read more »
December 11, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: The Most Underrated Man in African Politics Could Soon Be Re-Elected in the DRC
DRC President Félix Tshisekedi, the underdog who is now the top dog, has surprised time and again by triumphing over his rivals. But now he is coming up against his most… Read more »
South Africa: After the Bell - Why the Passing of the NHI Bill Demonstrates the Obliviousness and Ignorance of SA's Political Class
We are who we are. We need more investment in healthcare, not less. And less investment is what the NHI will create because since it excludes the private sector, it will no longer… Read more »
December 08, 2023
South Africa: SANDF Confirms Inquiry Heard Torture Allegations but Denies Existence of Military 'Death Squad'
Generals from the top echelons of the South African National Defence Force on Thursday denied the allegations of the existence of a military squad responsible for acts of torture… Read more »