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·21 Mar 2026 Gauteng, the South African province that’s home to Johannesburg and the capital Pretoria, is struggling to grow, and its shift from manufacturing and mining to a services hub is deepening inequality. That’s according to the provincial government, which said urgent action is needed to arrest the decline. In a 153-page development plan …
Data from the East and Horn of Africa Anti-Trafficking Network shows the number of Ethiopians trafficked through Kenya has doubled […]
The post Algorithms Have Become the New Cartel in East Africa’s Human Trafficking Network appeared first on Impact Newswire.
The 1Day Cup Division 2 season reaches its conclusion on Sunday when the Flexbrands Knights take on Eastern Cape Iinyathi in a highly anticipated final in Kimberley.
The post IINYATHI OUT TO CLAIM KNIGHTS SCALP IN 1DAY CUP FINAL first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
South Africa under-19 Women captain Mieke van Voorst stood out with both bat and ball to lead her side to a 99-run triumph over Ghana in their opening match of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) Women’s T20 International (T20I) Invitational in Lagos on Saturday.
The post VAN VOORST INSPIRES SA U19 WOMEN TO EMPHATIC START IN THE PATRICIA KAMBARAMI CUP first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
The Board of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Local Organising Committee (LOC) formally announces the appointment of Qondisa Ngwenya as Chief Executive Officer and Edward Khoza as Chief Operating Officer.
The post ICC CRICKET WORLD CUP 2027 LOC BOARD APPOINTS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
Saturday, 21 March 2026 Deputy President of the EFF and the Officials of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Members of the Central Command Team (CCT), the Provincial Command Team of Gauteng and all Sub-Regional Command Teams that are present here today. I extend my revolutionary greetings to you the leaders of the EFF Most importantly, […]
Friday, 20 March 2026 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) welcomes the visit by former President Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party delegation to the family home of our Commander in Chief, Julius Malema, following the passing of his beloved aunt, Mme Martha Malema. The EFF extends its appreciation for this gesture of solidarity and […]
The qualities forged by his intense involvement in the struggle for democratic practices shaped his approach to conflict and strife, wherever it occurred.
Her poem I’ve Come to Take You Home was written into French law. It deals with the repatriation of the remains of Sarah Baartman.
South Africans at large will commemorate Human Rights Day on Saturday, 21 March, under the theme: ‘A Legacy of Courage: Protecting Rights, Preserving Humanity’. Observed annually on 21 March since the advent of democracy, Human Rights Day marks South Africa’s progressive trajectory toward an equal, free, and open democratic society. The day serves as a …
In the harsh volcanic landscapes of Kenya’s Marsabit County, a botanical garden tending rare aloe species has become a proving ground for […]
The post A Desert Experiment in Kenya Could Redefine How The World Saves Biodiversity appeared first on Impact Newswire.
As South Africa marks Human Rights Day on 21 March, the commemoration is again drawing attention to the gap between constitutional rights and the lived conditions of many citizens, with analysts saying the day should serve both as an opportunity for remembrance and as a measure of government performance. The day, which recalls the events …
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week. Great news for petrol and diesel in South Africa There is currently no threat of South Africa running out of petrol or diesel, despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East cutting off global oil and petroleum product supplies. This was confirmed …
President Cyril Ramaphosa wishes South Africa's Muslim community Eid Mubarak in the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr at the end of the Holy Month of Ramadaan.
President Ramaphosa wishes individuals, families, and communities a joyous and reflective time of prayer, gratitude, unity and sharing.
The President also invites the Muslim community to reflect, on Human Rights Day, on the constitutional provisions that pertain to religious and cultural practices.
President Ramaphosa said: “Our nation shares in this celebration of Eid, in the spirit of goodwill and appreciation of our diversity.
“For most Muslims, this is a time of faith, family, festivity and bringing joy to less fortunate members of our communities.
“Sadly, this is not the case for all Muslims around the world as some are engulfed in devastating conflict and unending wars.
“May the spirit of Ramadaan and Eid prevail and bring peace, security and a hopeful future for all of humanity.”
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa.
The Western Cape Government recognises the very real concerns raised about the impact of the Middle East conflict on fuel supply in the province. We want to assure residents that there is sufficient supply of fuel in the Western Cape to meet demand. The Provincial Disaster Management Centre is monitoring the situation, in coordination with …
Eastern Cape co-operative governance and traditional affairs MEC Zolile Williams has distanced his department and the House of Traditional and Khoisan Leaders from the so-called installation of a king by foreigners in the province. Williams was commenting on the reported coronation of a Nigerian “king”, Chief Solomon Ogbonna Eziko, under the title “Igwe Ndigbo Na …
Friday, 20 March 2026: The generation fleet continues to demonstrate sustained improvements, strengthening grid stability and delivering strong and steady performance, thereby extending South Africa’s record stretch of reliable electricity supply. These gains, enabled by the Generation Recovery Plan, are contributing to long-term energy security and helping sustain an uninterrupted supply, an essential foundation for …
Friday, March 20, 2026 President Cyril Ramaphosa has held a bilateral engagement with the President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, at his official residence in Pretoria, Mahlamba Ndlopfu, on the occasion of a Working Visit to South Africa. “The Working Visit provides an opportune moment for the two Heads of State …
South Africa’s inequality debate is loud, familiar and still oddly incomplete. The late economist Mike Schüssler believed we are looking in the wrong place. His argument was that a large part of inequality takes shape long before anyone enters the labour market. It begins inside the household. That is not a moral point. It is …
While President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke on the “importance of human rights” this week, the reality faced by millions of South Africans is one of meagre meals, despair and keeping possessions under lock and key against crime. For more than 12,4 million unemployed people in the country — nearly 43% (Statistics South Africa: February 2026) — […]
The post Human Rights Day 2026: A hollow symbol for millions living in poverty and fear appeared first on Freedom Front Plus.
Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas ·20 Mar 2026 The rand remained stable in early trading on Thursday as investors assessed the US Federal Reserve’s stance, which tempered expectations for near-term interest rate cuts. Additionally, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is keeping risk sentiment fragile. The rand was trading at 17.01 against the dollar, showing little change …
Thirty years ago, South Africans’ centuries-long struggle for equal rights and justice was technically concluded with the adoption of a progressive Constitution and Bill of Rights.
The post HUMAN RIGHTS ON PAPER DON’T CUT THE MUSTARD appeared first on For Good.
20 Mar 2026 The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has introduced significant volatility into global energy markets, with Brent crude oil prices rising sharply in recent weeks. These increases are already flowing through to international diesel prices and global fertiliser markets, creating mounting cost pressures for South Africa’s grain and oilseed producers. Diesel makes …
Memorials honouring the victims of the 1960 massacre are falling into ruin, but local activists are stepping up to improve the township