April 22
South Africa: South Africa Receives Lenacapavir, but Rollout Is Delayed
Health-e
South Africa recently announced the arrival of the first shipment of lenacapavir, the injection proven highly effective in preventing HIV with only two jabs a year. Read more »
South Africa: DA Calls On Portfolio Committee to Hold Provinces Accountable for NHLS Debt Crisis [press release]
DA
The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on the Portfolio Committee on Health to urgently summon provincial health departments to account for the billions owed to the National Health… Read more »
South Africa: Kruger National Park Urges Camping Guests to Stock Up On Supplies
SAnews.gov.za
Following a fire incident at the retail shop at Lower Sabie rest camp in the Kruger National Park, guests with bookings at the campsite should stock up on supplies before arrival. Read more »
South Africa: Sgt Fannie Nkosi Denied Bail
SAnews.gov.za
Suspended police official Sergeant Fannie Ezekiel Nkosi has been denied bail in the Pretoria North Magistrate's Court. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Moves to Strengthen Climate Response Across Municipalities
SAnews.gov.za
As South Africa experiences more frequent extreme weather events, government has launched a national initiative to strengthen climate-responsive development across municipalities. Read more »
South Africa: King Misuzulu Reaffirms Commitment to Transparent, Peaceful Elections
SAnews.gov.za
His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has reaffirmed the importance of credible, transparent, and peaceful elections as a cornerstone of constitutional democracy and societal… Read more »
South Africa: More FMD Vaccines Arrive in South Africa
SAnews.gov.za
The Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has announced the arrival of two million doses of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine in South Africa, marking a significant step in… Read more »
South Africa: Load Shedding Free Winter On the Cards for South Africa
SAnews.gov.za
Eskom projects that no load shedding will be implemented this coming winter season. Read more »
South Africa: Refugee Eviction Case Pushed to October
GroundUp
City of Cape Town and national government have applied to evict people living at the Wingfield and Bellville sites Read more »
South Africa: Constitutional Court Rules Human Rights Commission Cannot Issue Binding Directives
GroundUp
The apex court has dismissed the SAHRC's appeal to have its directives automatically enforced but insists it remains a "potent" rights guardian Read more »
South Africa: Activists Mark Earth Day With March to Parliament
GroundUp
They are calling on government to move away from "false solutions" to the Just Transition Read more »
South Africa: Degrees No Longer Save You From Poverty
Scrolla
New data from Stats SA shows that having a degree or matric certificate does not protect you from being poor. A failing job market means millions of young graduates are left… Read more »
South Africa: Tswaing Mayor and Council Told to Explain Dodgy Appointments
GroundUp
Investigation ordered by North West MEC finds "dangerously systemic" maladministration at the municipality Read more »
Nigeria: Grief, Outrage Trail Death of Nigerian in South Africa After Arrest
Vanguard
Grief and anger have followed the death of a Nigerian citizen, Mr. Ekpenyong Andrew, after his alleged arrest by Tshwane Metro Police officers in Pretoria, South Africa. Read more »
South Africa: Water and Sanitation Committee Warns Budget Cuts Could Worsen Water Crisis [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation this week warned that budget cuts could worsen the water interruptions many residents are subjected to, particularly in provinces… Read more »
South Africa: Housing Versus Parking in Cape Town's Inner-City
GroundUp
Cars should not be under cover when people are living on the streets, says activist at first public meeting on Harrington Square in Cape Town Read more »
Namibia: Coetzee Makes History in SA
Namibian
Drikus Coetzee once again made history by winning the inaugural Race Across South Africa in a total time of seven days, 12 hours 2 minutes and 47 seconds on Monday evening. Read more »
South Africa: The Need to Grow Food in Informal Settlements
GroundUp
Government must take food security into account when upgrading informal settlements like Slovo Park, says SERI Read more »
Ghana: Okudzeto Ablakwa Engages South African International Relations Minister Over Xenophobic Attacks
Ghanaian Times
Ghana's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has engaged South Africa' International Relations Minister over xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians. Read more »
South Africa: No Budget, No Plan - Joburg's Old-Age Homes Maintained Only If Funds Are Available
Daily Maverick
The City of Joburg has admitted that it has no dedicated budget specifically to maintain old-age homes, leaving residents forced to fund repairs. Read more »
South Africa: Top Sedibeng Cop Denies Trying to Help Murder-Charged Brother-in-Law 'Kt' Molefe
Daily Maverick
Alleged organised crime boss Katiso 'KT' Molefe has close personal ties to suspended SAPS Sedibeng District Commissioner Brigadier Abraham Nkhwashu. When Molefe was arrested for… Read more »
South Africa: From Addiction to Mentorship - The Transformative Journey of Tshepo Tlapu
Daily Maverick
Tshepo Tlapu, a former elite cricket prospect, spiralled into addiction, homelessness and life on a dumpsite before finding his way back. Today, he's a mentor, educator and… Read more »
South Africa: Ethical Failure Often Begins Quietly Inside Everyday Human Resource Decisions and Practices
Daily Maverick
Ethical failure in South Africa's organisations often begins not in boardrooms, but in everyday human resource practices that quietly erode trust and accountability. Fixing… Read more »
South Africa: Paying Off Credit Card Debt With a Bond Only Works With Discipline
Daily Maverick
It can be a good strategy to refinance your high-interest debt, but there are behavioural risks involved. Read more »
South Africa: Why Capitec's Latest Results Signal a Much Bigger Threat to SA's Banks
Daily Maverick
Capitec's strong annual results show a bank still growing fast, but the deeper story is how it is building a broader ecosystem across payments, insurance, mobile and business… Read more »
