Housing Activists Oppose Eviction Bill
The Department of Human Settlements says the proposed change will reduce unlawful occupation of land
Garden Route District Municipality Tables 2026/2027 IDP
Speech by Rosa Louw, GOOD Garden Route District Municipality. Note to Editor: This speech was delivered during the Garden Route Council Meeting
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Partial and Selective Demolition: When You Only Want Part of a Structure Removed
Not every demolition job involves bringing down a whole building. A large proportion of demolition work in South Africa involves taking out part of a structure while leaving the rest standing and in good condition. This is called partial or selective demolition, and it requires a different approach from a full knock-down. The skill involved …
Mbeki says apartheid-era agents to blame for ANC decline | SA News
CAPE TOWN – Former president Thabo Mbeki claims that the ANC is heavily infiltrated by the apartheid intelligence services. Mbeki was speaking at a town hall discussion with high school pupils and university students in Cape Town The students took the opportunity to ask him a myriad of questions about the current state of South …
The First 48 Hours After a Weather Catastrophe Could Determine Your Claims Outcome
The importance of early claims notification In the aftermath of the severe storms and floods that battered the Eastern and Western Cape, homeowners and businesses are facing the difficult process of assessing damage, salvaging property and navigating insurance claims. While the full extent of losses is still unfolding, one important lesson is already clear, early …
The echoes of 1976: South Africa’s youth rise for accountability | SA News
Disclaimer first: let me be clear – I am a Pan-Africanist. When people say history repeats itself, I see traces of that in what is happening in South Africa today. In 1976, the youth of this country had become “gatvol” of the oppression imposed by the apartheid government. Fifty years later, three young men from …
Call for Increased Law Enforcement and Police Visibility in Franschhoek After Recent Shootings
GOOD Stellenbosch expresses its deep concern and sadness following the recent shootings in Franschhoek which resulted in the loss of lives and left the community traumatised and fearful.
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Capricorn District’s Self-Serving Budget Disgrace
ActionSA strongly condemns the R1.405 billion 2026/27 budget tabled by Executive Mayor Cllr Mamedupi Teffo, which glaringly prioritises political bureaucracy over the urgent needs of our communities.
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How to Scope a Mobile App Project Before You Approach a Developer
Most people who want to build a mobile app make the same mistake. They walk into a meeting with app developers with a vague idea and expect the developer to figure out the details. What usually happens is the quote comes back too high, the timelines feel unrealistic, and the whole thing stalls before it …
War is brewing in South Africa | SA News
Malcolm Libera ·26 May 2026 South Africa is facing growing tensions over illegal immigration, with civil society organisations and community groups warning that the country could see further unrest if the situation is not brought under control. The concern follows a series of protests, confrontations and allegations of intimidation targeting foreign nationals in parts of …
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Monitors Progress of Key Development Projects in Africa
92% completion rate for the rehabilitation of the “Sokodé – Bassar” Road in Togo 80% completion rate for road infrastructure development in Madagascar 45% completion rate for the “Minna – Bida” Road Project in Nigeria Al Suwaidi: Embodying the Fund’s role as an extension of the UAE’s vision in creating sustainable development impact Abu Dhabi, …
Minister McKenzie dissolves the Council of the National Arts Council of South Africa | SA News
Minister McKenzie dissolves the Council of the National Arts Council of South Africa The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Gayton McKenzie, MP, has today exercised his statutory authority under section 5(5) of the National Arts Council Act 56 of 1997, as amended, to dissolve the Council of the National Arts Council of South …
Most Successful Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Sets Scene for Majors Status | SA News
Cape Town, South Africa – The combination of awesome weather, incredible vibe, stunning scenery and record-breaking times make the 2026 edition of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon the most successful yet. This bodes well for the event, which is nearing the completion of phase 2 of the candidacy process to become an Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM) event. The race, which is already considered Africa’s premier marathon, will then bring Africa its first Major. …
Opinion: Denel must not fail – why South Africa’s sovereign defence capability still matters – DefenceWeb | SA News
In recent months, a steady stream of negative headlines has painted a bleak picture of Denel. Reports warning of stalled turnaround plans – based on Auditor General’s reports, financial distress, and institutional decline – have shaped a growing narrative that Denel’s best days are behind it, implying that South Africa may be better off without …
The Workers Who Feed Nine Million School Children – And Earn Just R2,300 a Month
The state is using the public works programme to avoid paying them the national minimum wage
Home Affairs confirms 90 000 refugee appellants unaccounted for in South Africa | The Citizen | SA News
Home Affairs’ Refugee Appeals Authority says tens of thousands of appellants between the ages of 25 and 49 could not be found. The number of refugee status applicants who have gone missing is far greater than the number who have seen their appeals through to their conclusion. The Department of Home Affairs’ Refugee Appeals Authority …
New bank coming to South Africa with thousands of branches | SA News
Luke Fraser ·26 May 2026 Pepkor is set to launch a new bank in the near future, leveraging its already massive store base across the country. The group, which owns the Pep, Ackermans, Legit and OK Furniture brands, recently acquired regulatory approval, subject to certain conditions, from the Prudential Authority to establish a bank in …
Manamela secures business backing for South Africa’s skills revolution | SA News
The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has secured commitments from private sector leaders to partner with government in advancing South Africa’s skills development agenda and strengthening the country’s education-to-employment pipeline. The commitments emerged from a high-level business breakfast convened by Manamela on Monday, ahead of the Higher Education and Training Budget Vote …
Tourism sustains jobs, drives international arrivals | SA News
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says tourism sustained 954,000 direct jobs in the economy in 2024, meaning tourism now supports 1 in every 18 jobs in South Africa and for every 13 international tourists who arrive, one job is supported. “South Africa welcomed a record 10.5 million international arrivals in 2025. In the first quarter …
Senegal’s Ruling Alliance Has Split: Will Political Turmoil Follow?
The idea of a ‘gentlemen’s agreement’ is a myth that best serves idealists.
Two officials suspended after using ChatGPT to draft South Africa’s national AI policy | SA News
The AI policy has since been withdrawn by the department, and Malatsi has appointed a panel of experts to help the department draft a new AI document. Director-General Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani said that they have identified the root cause. “And also engaging officials responsible, it has been said that ChatGPT was used in as far as …
National shutdown warning for South Africa | SA News
Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas ·26 May 2026 The anti-illegal-immigration group March and March says it will proceed with its planned national shutdown on 30 June. The announcement comes following an urgent meeting held at the Union Buildings in Pretoria this week. The meeting involved ministers from the Justice, Crime Prevention, and Security Cluster to address the escalating …
Dada Morero’s Proposed R3.8 billion Loan Will Plunge Johannesburg into Chaos
ActionSA strongly rejects Dada Morero’s plan to approve a R3.8 billion loan from German KfW Development Bank, to fund City Power.
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