DA Defends Minister Gwarube as ANC Faction Pushes for Dismissal Amid BELA Act Dispute

In South Africa, political tensions within the Government of National Unity (GNU) have reached a boiling point as the Democratic Alliance (DA) fiercely criticizes efforts by a faction within the African Nationa... Read more »

Ramaphosa’s Push for Spaza Shop Registration to Tackle Health Risks and Fraud

South Africa is at the center of a growing debate over the operations of spaza shops, especially regarding fraudulent business registrations and the safety of goods sold in townships. The issue gained national ... Read more »

Stilfontein’s Underground Crisis: Miners and Children at the Heart of South Africa’s Illegal Mining Dilemma

Stilfontein’s illegal mining crisis has become a focal point of national concern as thousands of miners, including vulnerable children, are uncovered from abandoned gold shafts. This troubling development has... Read more »

Eskom’s Fight Against Electricity Theft Sparks Chaos and Questions

South Africa’s power utility, Eskom, is at the center of a complex challenge after its campaign to upgrade prepaid electricity meters uncovered widespread illegal electricity use. The initiative, which transi... Read more »

Gold and Desperation: The Dark Secrets of Stilfontein’s Underground

As South Africa grapples with the growing crisis of illegal mining, the unfolding drama in Stilfontein, North West, has captured national attention. Late on Sunday night, fourteen Zama Zamas, or illegal miners,... Read more »

Reuben Brigety Resigns as US Ambassador to South Africa Amid US Presidential Transition

Reuben Brigety, the US Ambassador to South Africa, has announced his resignation in the wake of the recent US presidential election, which saw former President Donald Trump defeat Vice President Kamala Harris. ... Read more »

South Africa’s Illegal Miners Trapped Underground as Government Refuses Aid

In South Africa’s North West province tensions are escalating as hundreds, possibly thousands of illegal miners remain trapped in an abandoned gold mine, deep underground for weeks. These miners have entered ... Read more »

South Africa’s National Treasury Seeks Public Input on Alcohol Taxation and Policy Changes Ahead of 2025 Budget

South Africa’s National Treasury has published a policy review on the taxation of alcoholic beverages, inviting public comments as part of its preparations for the 2025 Budget. The review builds on the 20... Read more »

Venâncio Mondlane Intensifies Calls for Public Demonstrations in Mozambique, Alleging October Election Marred by Fraud

In Mozambique, tensions remain high as opposition presidential candidate Venâncio Mondlane intensifies calls for public demonstrations, alleging that the October 9 election was marred by fraud. With violence a... Read more »

Johannesburg Faces Water Crisis: New Restrictions And Growing Risk of Social Unrest

Johannesburg residents in high-water-usage neighbourhoods are facing a new round of water cuts as the city grapples with mounting resource challenges. Johannesburg Water has confirmed that, in addition to the e... Read more »