April 20
South Africa: Komani Residents Given Ultimatum - Pay Rates or Lose Electricity
GroundUp
But protesters say they are being billed for services they do not receive Read more »
South Africa: The Inkatha Freedom Party Mourns the Passing of Arts Icon Cynthia Shange [press release]
IFP
The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) joins the nation in mourning the passing of legendary actress and cultural icon, Cynthia Shange. The 76-year-old passed away in a hospital in… Read more »
South Africa: IFP Statement On Party Conferences and the 2026 Local Government Elections [press release]
IFP
The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) National Council has resolved that 2026 must be approached as a decisive and focused year for the Party, with particular emphasis on the upcoming… Read more »
South Africa: Democratic Gains Must Be Defended - President Ramaphosa
SAnews.gov.za
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for the deepening of democracy and advancement of human rights for all. Read more »
South Africa: Typical Autumn Weather System Dominates SA
SAnews.gov.za
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says a typical autumn weather system will dominate the country this week. Read more »
South Africa: Parliament to Debate Key Budget Bills As MPs Resume Oversight Work
SAnews.gov.za
Parliament will this week focus on key budget legislation and oversight work as Members of Parliament return from the constituency period to resume committee activities. Read more »
April 19
Africa: Joint Ministerial Communiqué on Sustainable Financing for Women's, Children's, and Adolescents' Health [document]
South Africa
We, the Members of the Global Leaders Network for Women's, Children's, and Adolescents' Health (GLN) and participating Ministers of Health and Finance, in partnership with the… Read more »
South Africa: Gauteng Malaria Cases and Deaths Rise Sharply
Scrolla
Gauteng recorded 414 malaria cases and 11 deaths between January and March 2026, already exceeding last year's total deaths in just three months. Health officials say increased… Read more »
South Africa: Madlanga Implicated Ekurhuleni Police Boss Arrest Sparks Corruption Outcry
Scrolla
Civic groups say the arrest of EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi is long overdue after serious allegations linking him to crime and corruption. The Democratic Alliance says the… Read more »
South Africa: New DA Federal Leader Joins Celebration of Fishing Permits Restoration in Saldanha Bay [press release]
DA
Today, the DA Western Cape celebrated the restoration of nearly 300 small-scale fishing vessel permits in the Traditional Linefish sector, together with local fishers, DA Leader… Read more »
South Africa: SAPS Now 1 Year Late On Body-Camera Deadline - DA Begins Process for Accountability [press release]
DA
Police committed to the introduction of body-worn cameras by April 2025, yet a year later this deadline has passed without implementation or explanation by Acting Minister Prof.… Read more »
South Africa: Small Businesses That Go Green Could Make a Big Impact in South Africa - Study Analyses What's in Their Way [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) make up 98% of all businesses in South Africa. There are between 2.4 million and 3.5 million in the country. They play a vital role in… Read more »
April 17
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 17, 2026
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South Africa: Mugabe Attempted Murder Case Resumes - South African News Briefs - April 17, 2026
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South Africa: SA-Based Ai Diagnostics Raises $5.2m to Expand TB Screening Tech
Daba Finance
AI Diagnostics has raised ZAR85 million, or about $5.2 million, to scale its tuberculosis screening platform. The funding will support clinical research, product development and… Read more »
South Africa: Democracy On Shaky Ground in South Africa As Dissatisfaction With Its Functioning Abounds
Afrobarometer
Majorities reject dictatorship and one-party rule, but fewer than half are opposed to military rule. Read more »
South Africa: The Tough Pursuit of Sobriety in Mahikeng, a Town With No Rehab Centre
Health-e
For nearly a decade, Thapelo Phiri struggled with a nyaope addiction. Read more »
South Africa: Graduates Face Unemployment Without Artificial Intelligence Skills
Scrolla
Many businesses in South Africa say they cannot hire young graduates because they do not have practical workplace computer skills. Experts say education must change to include… Read more »
South Africa: Water Prices Jump 68 Percent in Five Years
Scrolla
A new report shows that water prices went up by 68% between 2020 and July 2025 across the whole country. Bad pipes and dry weather mean fixing the water system will cost a lot of… Read more »
South Africa: Sassa Condemns 'Selling' Queue Positions At Its Offices
SAnews.gov.za
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has strongly condemned the illegal and exploitative practice of "selling" queue positions at its local offices. Read more »
South Africa: MEC Gaoage Molapisi Delivers Houses and Hosts District Imbizo for Military Veterans
SAnews.gov.za
North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Gaoage Oageng Molapisi, will today hand over seven houses to military veterans in… Read more »
South Africa: Police Hunt for Third Suspect in Philippi Extortion Murder Case
GroundUp
Marikana residents says crime remains high despite army deployment Read more »
South Africa: Basic Education Leads Inter-Departmental Career Choices Expo Day in Mpumalanga
SAnews.gov.za
Basic Education Deputy Minister Dr Reginah Mhaule is today leading a government and stakeholder-wide Career Expo Day to commemorate Freedom Month and Schools Democracy Month. Read more »
South Africa: Eskom Concludes Wage Agreement With Employees
SAnews.gov.za
Eskom has concluded a three-year wage agreement following a Central Bargaining Forum (CBF) process which entails a 7% annual salary increase for workers. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Refiant Raises $5m to Build Efficient Ai Models
Daba Finance
South African startup Refiant AI has raised $5 million in a seed round to develop tools that reduce the size and energy use of artificial intelligence models. The funding will… Read more »
