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Two decades ago, the Department of Science and Technology recognised nanotechnology as a strategic field capable of reshaping South Africa’s industrial future. This led to the establishment of the Masters Nanoscience Programme, a collaboration between four universities designed to train MSc graduates who can drive innovation, manufacturing and technology development locally rather than relying on …

Motorsport South Africa (MSA) is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 MSA Short Circuit GP Series, a dynamic Club-level Championship designed to develop South Africa’s next generation of motorcycle racing talent. The Short Circuit GP Series forms a critical stepping stone for riders with National and International ambitions, providing a structured, safe, professionally …

Malcolm Libera  ·18 Jan 2026 South African passport holders have lost visa-free access to five countries and are likely to face stricter vetting when applying for visas to major travel destinations like the USA and Europe.  According to the Henley Passport Index, which is widely regarded as the most authoritative global ranking of passport strength, …

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes and congratulates two of South Africa’s outstanding luminaries, erudite scholars and champions of human rights, on receiving the Olof Palme Prize. The Olof Palme Prize is an esteemed international award honouring the legacy of former Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme and recognising individuals and organisations for their outstanding contributions to peace, …

United States analyst Joshua Meservey warned that the ANC’s foreign policy choices are pushing South Africa towards sanctions from America. Joshua Meservey is a senior fellow at Hudson Institute, where he focuses on… Environmental Reporting: Publications are increasingly focusing on environmental issues, raising awareness about climate change and conservation. Read More at the Source

“A house cannot be repaired by guessing where the roof leaks,” an African proverb warns. Poverty in South Africa is much like that roof — latent when ignored, yet corrosive, seeping into every corner of society. We cannot address what we cannot see. Measuring poverty accurately is not a technical exercise; it is the sine …

As the Faculty of Arts and Design at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) steps into 2026, the year has already been framed with a clear intention. The Executive Dean, Prof Nalini Moodley, has declared 2026 the Year of Collaboration within the faculty, a call to deepen partnerships, expand international engagement and foreground collective knowledge-making …

Investigations are under way to determine the causes of some of the massive runaway fires in the Western Cape that have burnt several thousand hectares of land, destroyed homes, uprooted communities and damaged valuable farmland. Millions of rand have already been spent in the first half of January on round-the-clock aerial and ground firefighting operations …

There has been welcome reaction to last week’s announcement of the removal of South Africa from the European Union’s list of “High-Risk Third Country Jurisdictions” (EU List). The National Treasury said that they welcome South Africa’s removal from the list. “This follows the delisting of South Africa from the FATF’s greylist (“list of countries under …

Get daily updates on temperatures, winds and UVB levels, and see what the SA Weather Service predicts for the country. Here’s the weather outlook for South Africa’s nine provinces. The South African Weather Service has issued multiple warnings, including Yellow Level 2 alerts for disruptive rain and severe thunderstorms in parts of Limpopo, and a …

New data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service and the World Meteorological Organisation reveal that the last decade was the hottest on record, with global temperatures rising by 1.4°C.  This increase is rapidly approaching the 1.5°C threshold set by the Paris Agreement. The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) warns that South Africans are already feeling the …

Following Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen’s foot-and-mouth disease briefing on 14 January, agricultural organisation leaders are questioning government’s ability to follow through on the urgent vaccine rollout, arguing that greater private-sector involvement is needed to distribute and oversee supply. Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen addressed the media on government’s response… Global Media Partnerships: South African publications …

Luke Fraser  ·18 Jan 2026 With WhatsApp becoming South Africa’s largest messaging service, South Africans have been warned about the legal weight of messages on the service. Ann-Suhet Marx, Director and Head of Litigation at VDM Incorporated, said that WhatsApp is now one of South Africa’s largest legal blind spots. “From neighbourhood disputes to workplace …

Malcolm Libera  ·18 Jan 2026 Renowned economist Dawie Roodt says South Africa faces political risks, rising fiscal vulnerability, and deep structural economic weakness if the country doesn’t play its cards right this year.  Speaking in an interview with Biznews, Roodt said one of the significant risks is exposure to external shocks, particularly from the United …

Several regions across South Africa are grappling with a worsening water crisis as dam levels drop and consumption exceeds sustainable limits. In Knysna, the situation has reached a critical point. Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina is currently on-site, collaborating with the Joint Operations Committee (JOC) to implement emergency measures. The local supply has plummeted …

Durban-based solar panel firm ArtSolar has scored an early win in its case against the South African government over alleged non-compliance with local procurement requirements in private power projects. ArtSolar first filed papers in the Pretoria High Court in 2024, accusing the government of awarding solar contracts to 18 companies that had not complied with …

Malcolm Libera  ·18 Jan 2026 South Africa’s largest diesel users are set to face major changes as the South African Revenue Service (SARS) rolls out a complete overhaul of the Diesel Refund Scheme. The changes mark the biggest update to the system since it was introduced in 2001 and are aimed at reducing errors, tightening …

Limpopo premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has condemned what she described as “barbaric” behaviour by social media users risking their lives by crossing flooded areas for trends and online attention as deadly floods continue to batter the province. Speaking at a press briefing alongside Limpopo MEC for co-operative governance, human settlements and traditional affairs Basikopo Makamu …

The U.S. Justice Department has accused a South African flight school of masquerading as a civilian flight-training academy while providing Chinese air and naval forces with U.S. and NATO military tech. The department recently launched a forfeiture application in U.S. courts for two mission crew trainers (MCTs) en route from the Test Flying Academy of …

When the week feels like a rollercoaster and is constantly busy, nature has a calming way of resetting and bringing things back into balance. Green spaces and nature sounds can help lower stress levels, restore attention and gently shift your nervous system out of survival mode Here are five nature spots that feel deeply restorative …

Rows of tobacco crop at Mutwiwa’s farm. Photo: Mutwiwa – Advertisement – Before venturing into agriculture, Mutwiwa lived in the small town of Rusape in his home province of Manicaland, where he owned and ran a number of bookshops. When he decided to turn to farming, he sold his old trucks and bought two old …

Tyre maintenance is a crucial aspect of owning a car that most drivers tend to neglect in South Africa. A tyre in poor condition can lead to a blowout and a potentially catastrophic accident, but there are also more subtle ways that badly maintained tyres can impact your driving experience, including ride quality and fuel …

Eight people died in an extortion-related mass shooting at a shebeen in Cape Town’s Marikana informal settlement in the early hours of Saturday. Western Cape police commissioner Lt-Gen Thembisile Patekile and his top management visited the area, where 11 people were also shot dead in 2017. Patekile said six people died at the scene, one …

Millions of learners made a return to classrooms across the country this week, which has led to an increase in vehicles responsible for scholar transport on our roads. As such, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) and ChildSafe South Africa have urged parents to take on a proactive role in ensuring the safety of their …