What happens when a shack appears in a gated community?
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The World Has Changed. African Countries Must Rethink How They Grow Their Economies
Africa still needs millions of better-paying jobs and higher productivity to reduce poverty. What has changed is the route to achieving those goals.
INTERVIEW: Why is Voice AI Still Lagging in Most African Languages Despite LLM Gains?
In this interview with Impact Newswire, Ashish Dsa, co-founder and CTO of New York-based Voice AI company Arbor, discusses whether […]
Jerono Claims Victory on South African Debut at Totalsports Women’s Race Cape Town
Kenya’s Daisilah Jerono celebrated her South African racing debut in style, claiming gold at the Totalsports Women’s Race Cape Town in 31:29, as she joined thousands of women in celebrating National Women’s Day on Sunday, 09 August 2026. Currently ranked No. 7 in the world for the half marathon in 2026, following her impressive 1:05:21 …
Griquas and Griffons Make Significant Moves
AVBOB Griquas Women and the Griffons Women recorded significant victories in the sixth round of the Pick n Pay Women’s Super League 2 on Saturday, while the Hollywood Foundation Pumas Women delivered yet another strong performance to remain unbeaten as semi-final hosting rights were locked in. Griquas scored 29 second half points at Greenhaven Stadium …
Kuwait Work Visa Check Online Gains Importance for South African Workers
South Africa: As more South African professionals explore employment opportunities in Kuwait, understanding the visa process has become an important part of preparing for overseas employment. Among the key steps is knowing how to conduct a Kuwait work visa check online, allowing applicants to stay informed about the progress and status of their visa documentation. …
Reiger Park shooting leaves families struggling to cope – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader. | SA News
The families of the two women killed in last night’s shooting in Reiger Park, alongside the two Anti-Gang Unit police constables, say that they’re struggling to come to terms with what happened. Family members spoke to the media during a visit of Ekurhuleni Executive Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza, earlier today. One of the four people who …
Government urges public to stay vigilant amid expected cold weather | SA News
With a cold front expected to bring very cold, wet and windy conditions to parts of the country from Sunday, government is urging the public to remain vigilant and take the necessary precautions. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has advised that a cold front is expected to make landfall over the Western and Northern …
Paying Tribute to the Revolutionary Women
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) commemorates Women’s Day by paying tribute to the revolutionary women who, on 9 August 1956, marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria in defiance of the apartheid regime and its oppressive pass laws. The women of 1956, led by revolutionary figures such as Lilian Ngoyi, Rahima Moosa, Helen Joseph, and […]
OPINION | Honouring the women who continue to shape South Africa – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader. | SA News
By Hon. Peace Mabe, Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Seventy years ago, South African women transformed the course of our history through an extraordinary act of collective courage. On 9 August 1956, more than 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest against the extension of apartheid pass laws to …
Morocco vs South Africa WAFCON Match Preview: Kick-off time, venue, squad news and how to watch Banyana Banyana’s quarterfinal against the hosts | Goal.com South Africa | SA News
“I think the most important thing is that we qualified for the quarter-finals. It was a tough game and became a little scrappy towards the end, but the main thing is that we are through,” Isabella Ludwig said after the victory over Burkina Faso. “Now it is about rectifying our mistakes and making sure we …
SA’s Heymans and Edwards get gold in Oregon | SA News
South Africa’s Jan-Hendrik Heymans and Michael-Andre Matthew Edwards clinched victory with world U20-leading personal best performances during the third evening of action at the World Athletics U20 Championships Oregon 26 on Friday. The fight for the triple jump top spot was a back and forth between Jamaica and USA. The fight really began when Jamaica’s …
Ellis proud of Banyana as they face long route to FIFA World Cup qualification – South African Football Association
9 August 2026 – Sasol Banyana Banyana Head Coach Dr Desiree Ellis is singing the praises of her charges despite their early exit from the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026) after a 1-2 quarterfinal defeat to host nation Morocco on Saturday night. Two goals by the North Africans in either half through
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Hill-Lewis turns DA manifesto into attack on ANC municipal decline | SA News
DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has launched a direct attack on the ANC’s record in local government, telling voters that municipal decline is not inevitable and that the DA has already demonstrated that municipalities can be turned around. Delivering the DA’s manifesto launch speech on Saturday, Hill-Lewis contrasted municipalities governed by the party with areas he …
Canal+ Secures UEFA Club Football Rights Across Africa
Canal+ has acquired exclusive broadcasting rights to all UEFA men’s club competitions across more than 40 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, […]
Pitso Mosimane named as new Bafana coach | SA News
JOHANNESBURG – Pitso Mosimane is set for a return to the Bafana Bafana dugout. The South African Football Association has approved his appointment as the new national team coach following the departure of Hugo Broos. The decision was ratified at a Safa National Executive Committee meeting, with members backing Mosimane to take charge of the side …
September’s diesel prices could jump by more than R3/l – Stuff South Africa | SA News
The price of petrol may have tumbled in August, but early predictions from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) suggest drivers won’t get off so lucky in September. Diesel drivers can likely already see their futures based on the past few adjustments — and what they see isn’t pretty. Now, the CEF has some hard figures …
RFA flags enforcement gaps in freight sector | SA News
JOHANNESBURG – Road Freight Association CEO Gavin Kelly said stronger enforcement is crucial to ease tensions over foreign driver employment in South Africa’s freight sector. With truck driver associations threatening a freight shutdown, Kelly argued the issue begins with how companies are registered and monitored. “We are not taking the right steps when we initially register …
Operation Ubuntu protests demand justice and safety for all South Africans | SA News
Members of Operation Ubuntu, a march for land, housing, dignity and justice, are expected to kick off several placard protests across South Africa on Saturday. Over 60 organisations representing communities across the country are expected to rise in unity under the banner of Operation Ubuntu. This mass action is not only a protest, but a …
RECAP: Argentina v South Africa – Test Match | SA News
Saturday 8 Aug 2026 The Springboks are in Buenos Aires for a tricky match against Argentina READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Test match between Argentina and South Africa in Buenos Aires. ADVERTISEMENT The Springboks stretched a winning Test run to 11 matches with home victories over England, Scotland and Wales during …
Team South Africa secure two more medals in Eugene | SA News
South African athletes raked in two more medals on Friday, climbing the overall table on day three of the World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon. Jan-Hendrik Heymans was spectacular in the men’s javelin throw final, claiming the national team’s first gold medal of the junior showpiece. He launched a massive 80.50m throw, setting a …
Boks left rattled by feisty Pumas | SA News
The good news is that the Springboks survived a ferocious test of their reputation against Argentina on Saturday, writes CLINTON VAN DER BERG. The bad news is that All Blacks coach Dave Rennie’s notebook is now bulging with fresh ideas and plans. South Africa struggled to find any rhythm against a feisty and inventive Argentina, …
Women Hold the Key to South Africa’s Future
On this Women’s Day, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) honours the women of the past and, in particular, the women of the present who are building the future. South African women make up the majority of the country’s population and, therefore, play a key role in shaping its future. The contribution women make to […]
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Wind and Solar Projects in Kenya and South Africa Don’t Always Benefit the Communities That Host Them – Study
In South Africa and Kenya, some green energy projects have deprived local communities of land and livelihoods instead of sharing the benefits.