September 12
South Africa: Pastor Mboro Gets Bail, Bodyguard Out On a Warning After State Changes Position On 'Rifle' Evidence
Daily Maverick
In the ongoing Paseka 'Pastor Mboro' Motsoeneng case, the Palm Ridge Magistrates' Court has freed Mboro and co-accused bodyguard Clement Camllot Baloyi on unopposed bail of R3,000… Read more »
September 11
South Africa: Outraged Over Years of Delays on Sarah Baartman Project - South African News Briefs - September 11, 2024
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South Africa: South Africa Is Failing Its Youngest Children - Report Flags Critical Gaps in Early Learning, Social Protection and Health Care [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Nearly 10 years ago South Africa outlined its commitment to invest in the health and development of young children. Read more »
South Africa: UIF Announces Extended Operating Hours
SAnews.gov.za
The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) has announced that selected service points will be open on Saturdays to render services to clients and employers during the month of… Read more »
South Africa: Xenophobia - Immigrants and Experts Slam Mbeki's Claims
New Zimbabwe
Immigrants living in South Africa and political experts have criticised former president Thabo Mbeki's claim that the 2008 xenophobic violence that erupted in Johannesburg was… Read more »
South Africa: Two Alleged Drug Dealers Appear in Mahwelereng Magistrate Court
SAPS
Two suspects, believed to be part of a drug syndicate operating in Mahwelereng, made a brief court appearance on Wednesday, 11 September 2024. They were remanded in custody until… Read more »
South Africa: Premier Loses Court Bid to End Mister Sweet Strike
GroundUp
Strike continues after Labour Court ruling Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Green Hydrogen Hub - EU Grants Not Nearly Enough to Get Industry Going [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
South Africa is poised to become a major player in the global energy transition, thanks to its vast renewable energy resources (sun and wind) and its plans for green hydrogen… Read more »
South Africa: Nehawu KZN Calls for the Immediate Removal of the DUT Vice-Chancellor [press release]
COSATU
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union [NEHAWU] in KwaZulu-Natal calls for the immediate removal of the autocratic and rogue vice chancellor of the Durban… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Must Look Beyond Prosecution for Anti-Corruption Remedies That Work [analysis]
ISS
Serious corruption cases are uniquely difficult to prosecute. Innovative solutions that prioritise prevention are needed. Read more »
South Africa: Durban Police Brutality Case Postponed Yet Again
GroundUp
The trial of 17 police officers for the death of Regan Naidoo in 2018 has been postponed repeatedly for years now Read more »
South Africa: Former Lottery Boss Is Delaying Forfeiture of Assets Worth Millions of Rands
GroundUp
Pretoria High Court postpones application by the National Prosecuting Authority Read more »
South Africa: Prasa Appeals Against Court Instruction to Return Material Belonging to Land Occupiers
GroundUp
Last week, the Western Cape gave PRASA 24 hours to return the group's belongings or build them temporary housing Read more »
South Africa: What Can South Africa Do to Prepare for Snake Antivenom Shortages?
spotlight
Some researchers argue that South Africa should look into using "expired" doses of antivenom if the country once again struggles to make enough of the treatment - something which… Read more »
South Africa: Pensioners Have to Pay People to Fetch Drinking Water From Streams
GroundUp
Taps in this municipality have been dry for years Read more »
South Africa: Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen Sacks Chief of Staff Roman Cabanac
Daily Maverick
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has requested the resignation of the newly appointed Chief of Staff, Roman Cabanac. This was confirmed to Daily Maverick by National… Read more »
South Africa: The Four Critical Strands to Learning a Language and Breaking Through the Dreaded 'Intermediate Plateau'
Daily Maverick
A balanced approach to speaking and comprehending a new tongue can make all the difference. Read more »
South Africa: Breaking the Trade Chains That Perpetuate Food for the Few and Hunger for the Many (Part Three)
Daily Maverick
It is the determination of the government's political will, not its failure, that forces people to choose between buying food or electricity. That choice is forced on them by a… Read more »
South Africa: We Should Be Spreading the Word About Suicide Among Teens, Experts Urge
Daily Maverick
On World Suicide Prevention Day, experts emphasise the need for early intervention and proactive mental health measures to combat rising teen suicide rates. The South African… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Next Generation of Sporting Superstars Have Raised Their Hands High This Year
Daily Maverick
South African sports starlets such as Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Bafana Bafana attacker Relebohile Mofokeng, sprinter Bayanda Walaza and cricketer Kwena Maphaka… Read more »
South Africa: Socio-Economic Rights Institute Disheartened By Acquittal of Six Police Officers Linked to Marikana Deaths
Daily Maverick
Six men who were police officers at the time have been acquitted for their roles in the events on 13 August 2012 at Marikana that led to the deaths of five people. The families of… Read more »
South Africa: Mutyoramwendo Shines in South Africa
The Herald
Zimbabwean karateka Justice Mutyoramwendo successfully retained his title in the Men's Open division at the Limpopo Shinkyokushinkai Karate annual championship when emerging tops… Read more »
South Africa: DA Urges President Ramaphosa to Halt Bela Bill, Warns of Threat to Government of National Unity [press release]
DA
The DA has learnt that President Ramaphosa intends to sign the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill into law on Friday, 13 September. Read more »
South Africa: Extent of Sithole's Injury to Be Determined Upon Bafana's Landing in South Africa
SAFA
Coach Hugo Broos' charges beat the home side 3-2 at Juba National Stadium, but the win came at a cost as Sithole suffered the injury in the second half. Read more »
South Africa: Govt Stepped in At Eleventh Hour to Save Basketball Tournament
GroundUp
The tournament, which started later than scheduled, is underway in Pretoria and ends on Saturday Read more »