ShafDB Raises $106 Million Bond to Finance Affordable Housing in West Africa
Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) has raised $106 million through its first sustainable bond issuance in the West African Economic […]
Johannesburg Family Seeks Support for Premature Twin’s Continuing Care
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA: A Johannesburg family is sharing the story of their daughter Liana, who was born prematurely alongside her twin sister at 32 weeks and four days, and inviting the public to support the family’s ongoing care-related costs. Liana was born with Pierre Robin Sequence and a cleft palate, which complicated feeding and required …
Expropriatory Copyright Amendment Bill Another Reason for Losing AGOA
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) has, for an entire decade, warned against the expropriatory features of the Copyright Amendment Bill that the Constitutional Court found unconstitutional in June this year. The Freedom Front Plus is the only political party that challenged the constitutionality of these provisions in the Bill before the Constitutional Court. And […]
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23 667 Chery Vehicles Recalled
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) notifies consumers of a recall affecting a total of 23 667 (twenty-three thousand, six hundred and sixty-seven) vehicles as notified by Chery International (Pty) Ltd trading as Chery South Africa (Chery). The recall affects Chery Tiggo 4, Omoda C5 and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max 2.0 vehicles. CHERY TIGGO 4 – …
The GNU Jobs Bloodbath Continues
ActionSA is deeply concerned by the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey released by Statistics South Africa, which shows that there was a 97 000 increase in unemployed South Africans in the third quarter of 2026.
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A 300km Journey of Kindness – Young Man Pedals for Dignity for Schoolgirls in Mafikeng
Sometimes making a difference starts with something as simple as recognising a need and deciding to do something about it. For Tshireletso DitIho, affectionately known as T, that decision has become a 300-kilometre cycling challenge with a very special purpose – raising funds to provide sanitary towels to schoolgirls in Mafikeng. Having spent part of …
Showcasing South Africa’s Emerging Talent
SA Rugby has announced two Under-17 Elite Player Development (EPD) squads for boys and girls, who will attend national training camps at Boland Landbou near Paarl and Delsma Farm in Riebeek Kasteel from Saturday, 28 November to Friday, 4 December. The two national age-group squads were selected following an extensive talent identification process conducted throughout …
Blitzboks in Final Stretch
The Springbok Sevens squad are in their final two weeks of preparation for the forthcoming HSBC SVNS season and according to Blitzbok head coach Philip Snyman, the anticipation of getting their series title defence underway is real and exciting. The Blitzboks will travel to Dubai on Monday 23 November for the opening leg of the …
From 2 to 4 Stars
The Indian-made Renault Kiger achieved four stars for adult occupant protection and three stars for child occupant protection in Global NCAP’s latest #SaferCarsForAfrica crash test results. Global NCAP selected the Renault Kiger for testing when it was offered with two airbags as standard, and without ISOFIX or electronic stability control (ESC). It was rated two …
Civic movements rise as ANC loses grip on Eastern Cape
New political party born from Ngcobo shutdown movement wins council seats
Dr Anesu Madikane Releases Industry Advisory on Healthcare Funding for Laser Eye Surgery
PRETORIA, Gauteng: Specialist ophthalmologist Dr Anesu Madikane has released an in-depth clinical and economic advisory analysing the funding structures for laser eye surgery within the South African private healthcare sector. The publication serves as a vital resource for patients and healthcare brokers, outlining the intersection of elective refractive procedures and medical aid policy frameworks. Regulatory …
Carton Dates, Pipe Marks and Timber Codes: Handheld Printers Rental Hires Inkjet Units by the Week or Month
DURBAN: “A packing room that only needs date codes for three weeks should not have to buy a coder,” said the hire coordinator at Handheld Printers Rental. “We prefer to ask what they are marking and send out the right unit and ink for that job.” That is the thinking behind the Durban company’s handheld …
Durban commuters have to relieve themselves in buckets in a tent
Many public toilets have been closed for nearly 18 months
Koeberg Unit 2 Achieves Critical Safety Milestone
Tuesday, 10 November 2026: Koeberg Nuclear Power Station’s Unit 2 has successfully passed the Integrated Leak Rate Test, confirming the structural integrity and leak-tightness of the containment building, one of the station’s most critical nuclear safety barriers designed to prevent the uncontrolled release of radioactive material in the highly unlikely event of a nuclear accident....
Remain Vigilant During ‘Black Friday’
KIMBERLEY – With increased retail activity expected during the Black Friday shopping period, the South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Northern Cape urges shoppers and consumers to remain vigilant and take the necessary precautions to safeguard themselves and their valuables against criminal activities. This period often sees increased movement of people at shopping centres, …
Africa’s Funding Focus Needs to Change: the African Development Bank Has Plans to Make That Happen
African countries are trying to build a new kind of growth model that is truly ‘country owned’.
“I fear my home will fall into a sinkhole” says Cape Town resident
Municipality says repair work to continue into February and March 2027
Bafana back at work ahead of crunch AFCON clashes against Kenya – South African Football Association
9 November 2026 – Bafana Bafana are back in camp ahead of the back-to-back 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Kenya this month. Coach Pitso Mosimane’s charges host the Harambee Stars at Orlando Amstel Arena in Johannesburg on Friday, 13 November 2026 before traveling to Nairobi for the second match to be played on
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Insurer refunds Khayelitsha pensioner after we query funeral policy deductions
Three elderly women say strangers offering vouchers or a business opportunity left them with funeral policy deductions they don’t recall agreeing to.
Judge accused of racism by court registrar
A Judicial Conduct Tribunal is probing whether Belinda Hartle made racist remarks to Eastern Cape High Court registrar Thozamile Semekazi
New Private Air Ambulance Service Launches in Polokwane
Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa – ROCKET, South Africa’s leading independent air ambulance provider, officially launched its private air ambulance service in Polokwane on 5 November 2026 with an opening ceremony attended by key stakeholders. This expands the organisation’s dedicated aeromedical response capability to the private sector in Limpopo, while supporting government healthcare services where needed. …
When Bad Rulers Go, Do Their Families Face Justice and Is There Reform? Six African Case Studies
Can legal proceedings against former ruling families strengthen the institutions that once protected them?
Africa Must Solve Its Infrastructure Problem Before Becoming an AI Powerhouse
Africa is positioning itself to become a significant player in the global artificial intelligence industry, but a shortage of computing […]
Nine Arrested Over Alleged Russia–Ukraine War Recruitment
Statement by Chris Hattingh MP – DA Spokesperson on Defense and Military Veterans: The Democratic Alliance will pursue parliamentary answers following the arrest of nine foreign nationals at OR Tambo International Airport and a hotel in Bruma over alleged plans to participate in the Russia–Ukraine war. We welcome the coordinated law enforcement operation. The investigation …