How Common Are Same-Sex Unions in South Africa? We Found Out
Our data repudiate the idea that same-sex relationships are a reflection of modernity or a Western cultural import
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This One Resource Shapes Power and Security in Africa
Control over water underpins national security, economic stability and social wellbeing, as disputes over rivers from southern Africa to the Nile show.
Chief Justice’s Office Publishes “Gag” Order
An interim order by an acting judge in the Western Cape High Court that has caused substantial controversy has been made public by the Office of the Chief Justice. A “gagging” court order against Open Secrets — under which the organisation claimed it could not reveal any details of the dispute or even which judge …
DA Khakis the Water at Environment Ministry
The DA’s request to replace Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Dion George, with the party’s national spokesperson, Willie Aucamp, would place custodianship of South Africa’s environment directly in the hands of the wildlife breeding, trading, and hunting lobby.
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Open Secrets to Face Armoured Vehicle Company in Court
The case may have important implications for freedom of expression
Bold Steps Taken With Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement Are Encouraging
The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has met several key expectations, despite difficult and constrained circumstances. One of the most significant developments is the inflation target being adjusted and lowered to 3% — the first change in 25 years. This revised inflation target supports lower interest rates, which will […]
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Strokes Are on the Rise in Africa: Why the Continent Needs Its Own Care Guidelines
Despite the rising burden of stroke across Africa, there is no continent-wide framework or standardised protocol for stroke management.
Lesotho Sheds Textile Jobs Amidst US Trade Uncertainty
Hippo Knitting has laid off 295 workers and plans to retrench another 420 in January
Africa’s Drone Wars Rarely Deliver Victory
Armed drones are increasingly being seen as a solution to security challenges in African conflicts.
Land Is Africa’s Best Hope for Climate Adaptation: It Must Be the Focus at COP30
Africa is heavily dependent on agriculture. At this year’s COP30 conference, the continent needs to secure more funding to adapt land to climate disasters.
How Fishers Live on the Olifants River
The Ebenhaeser community hope to be at the centre of South African mullet fishing
Climate Tipping Points Are Close: Scientists Urge Radical Action Before It’s Too Late
Dangerous climate tipping points will threaten food, water and coastlines. They’re irreversible and only radically accelerated climate action can stop them now.
Violent Crime, Poverty and Service Delivery Failures in Philippi Strengthen the Case for Land Expropriation in the Public Interest
GOOD Statement by Axolile Notywala,GOOD City of Cape Town Councillor 6 November 2025 The GOOD Party is deeply concerned about the worsening socio-economic and safety conditions in Philippi, particularly in the informal settlement of Siyangena, where residents continue to live without basic services and are exposed to daily violence and deprivation. On Saturday, 1 November […]
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High Court Rules Operation Dudula Actions Xenophobic and Unlawful
The GOOD Party welcomes the High Court ruling which has declared the actions of Operation Dudula xenophobic and unlawful.
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Judge Interdicts Operation Dudula
Human dignity has no nationality, says Judge Adams
Salary Decision Spells Financial Disaster for Tshwane Metro
The latest ruling by the South African Local Government Bargaining Council (SALGBC) on backdated salary increases for Tshwane Metro employees could spell a financial disaster amounting to nearly R2 billion for the Metro. The SALGBC confirmed on 1 November 2025 that increases of 3,5% are backdated from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 – […]
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Gary Player Should Stick to Golf
Gary Player, who recently celebrated his 90th birthday, was a wonderful golfer. He was also an unapologetic supporter of apartheid ideology.
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Withdrawal of US Aid Has Hurt South Africa’s HIV Programme
Number of viral load tests is significantly lower than expected
Starvation as a weapon of war: how Ethiopia created a famine in Tigray
Famine was weaponised as part of a broader campaign of destruction in Ethiopia’s Tigray region.
Reiger Park Shooting: Calls for Urgent Action on Gun Violence
The GOOD Party is deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic drive-by shooting in Reiger Park, Boksburg, in which six people were reportedly killed and three others wounded.
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Workers March in Maseru as AGOA Uncertainty Threatens Thousands of Jobs
Protest, originally banned, proceeded after police minister gave it the go-ahead
More Than 10-Million Consumers Cannot Repay Their Debt
But there is a silver lining
Where Did the First People Come From? The Case for a Coastal Migration From Southern Africa
A coastal migration up and out of Africa was more likely to succeed than an overland journey.
Kwazulu-Natal Premier Promises Funds for Special Schools
Schools have been closed for weeks in protest against failure to meet their needs