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Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza,Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane,Former President, Mr Kgalema Motlanthe,Former Chairperson of the NCOP, Mr Amos Masondo,Former Chairperson of the NCOP, Dr Naledi Pandor, Mayor of Cape Town, Alderman Geordin Hill-Lewis,Chairperson of the National House of Traditional and Khoisan Leaders, Kgosi Thabo Seatlholo,Isithwalandwe Seaparankoe Mam’ …

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has secured its position as a leading university on the African continent across multiple global ranking systems, with the latest 2026 ranking results affirming its sustained ascent, continental dominance and expanding global authority. In the inaugural QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa, UJ delivered a commanding performance, securing the number …

The Grammy-winning trio will perform on 27 May at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town, followed by shows on 29 and 30 May at the SunBet Arena, Time Square, Pretoria. The concerts are expected to feature a selection of the group’s most iconic hits, including ‘End of the Road’, ‘I’ll Make Love to You’, …

AgriSA welcomes the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa during the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) declaring the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak a national disaster. This declaration reflects the seriousness of the current biosecurity threat facing South Africa’s livestock sector and acknowledges the profound economic, food security, and trade implications of the outbreak. …

Luke Fraser  ·12 Feb 2026 Amid South Africa’s extreme water supply challenges, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that a new state-owned entity will soon be established to tackle the issue. People across the nation, notably in Johannesburg and Knysna, have been experiencing prolonged water shortages. Ramaphosa himself has deemed the increasing infrastructure challenges linked to …

Staff Writer  ·12 Feb 2026 On top of the Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak hitting beef prices in South Africa, consumers and retailers have been warned that African Swine Fever (ASF) will hit pork prices in the coming months. This follows recent communication to the trade from the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO), detailing …

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has been confirmed as the leading university on the African continent across multiple global rankings systems. In the inaugural QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa, UJ came second overall out of nearly 70 universities from 21 countries. This follows other rankings that have placed UJ first in Africa, including the …

Toyota South Africa Motors CEO Andrew Kirby. Image: Toyota South Africa’s motor manufacturing industry is on a path towards structural decline that mirrors the country’s broader deindustrialisation trend, Toyota South Africa Motors CEO Andrew Kirby has warned. Speaking at Toyota South Africa’s annual State of the Motor Industry briefing on Thursday, Kirby painted a picture …

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a frank assessment of South Africa’s most pressing challenges on Thursday night, pledging decisive action to confront rampant crime, worsening water outages, dysfunctional municipalities and the next phase of Eskom’s restructuring. In his 2026 State of the Nation Address at Cape Town City Hall, Ramaphosa said while progress had been made …

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to draw on the country’s deepest values and collective strength as it confronts challenges including crime and a worsening water crisis, declaring that the nation will stand firm both at home and on the global stage. “To navigate this new world, we must draw on our strength …

South Africa’s retirement funds safeguard trillions of rand earmarked for members’ long-term financial security. When governance fails, the damage is immediate and personal for savers. The 2025 King V Report on Corporate Governance raises expectations of how boards should lead ethically, exercise control, and deliver sustainable value. For retirement fund trustees, King V may be …

South Africa’s security challenges are increasingly maritime, yet its defence priorities remain stubbornly terrestrial. The result is that the South African Navy is burdened with extensive responsibilities but denied the funding to discharge them. SA Navy in action (Cover photo: Ricardo Teixeira) This mismatch has eroded the country’s ability to police its own waters, protect …

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address tonight comes amidst a backdrop of an improving economy, but South Africa needs faster growth and more investment to deliver on the promise of the GNU. Economic recovery under the GNU is now underway. Inflation has moderated. Investor confidence is showing signs of recovery. The country has …

Leading up to tonight’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), there have once again been calls for President Cyril Ramaphosa to act decisively on South Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) transition. Zero Carbon Charge (Charge) warned that the South African government’s continued inaction is undermining investment in the industry, leading to poorer energy security and slow …

Luke Fraser  ·12 Feb 2026 The University of Cape Town has again been named the best university in South Africa, with the latest accolade coming from the inaugural QS World University Rankings for Sub-Saharan Africa. The rankings provide an in-depth analysis of the strengths of Sub-Saharan Africa’s higher education ecosystem, with 70 universities from 21 countries …

Invitation to serve on the National Arts Council Audit and Risk Committee Main purpose: To provide oversight on behalf of the Council of the National Arts Council (NAC) on the effectiveness of the control environment, compliance with legal and regulatory procedures, financial reporting, risk management procedures, internal and external audit functions, and other matters as …

Speaker of the National Assembly (NA), Ms Thoko Didiza;Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane; Former President of South Africa, Mr Kgalema Motlanthe;Former Chairperson of the NCOP, Mr Amos Masondo; Former Chairperson of the NCOP, Dr Naledi Pandor; Mayor of Cape Town, Alderman Geordin Hill-Lewis,Chairperson of the National House of Traditional and Khoisan Leaders, Kgosi Thabo Seatlholo; Isithwalandwe Seaparankoe, Mam’ Sophie de Bruyn;President of Contralesa, Kgoshi Mathupa Mokoena;Members of Parliament;Premiers of our provinces; Fellow South Africans. Seventy years ago, thousands of women from all races marched to the Union Buildings… Droughts: South Africa is prone to droughts, which can severely impact agriculture and water supply. Read More at the Source

Tata now has 45 dealers in South Africa, following its relaunch in the country in August 2025. The company said it originally planned to set up 40 dealers in the first 12 months of operating, but this target was exceeded in under six months thanks to strong demand. “The introduction of the Tata brand and …

In an era marked by increased geopolitical instability, conflicts and a worsening climate crisis, the contemporary world is an ever more uncertain place. Multilateralism, sovereignty and development assistance are under threat like never before. How do states navigate this fluid and dangerous international ecosystem? Can recent high-level meetings in Japan and South Africa provide a …

One in every three adult South Africans is obese, and yet the condition is not treated as a chronic disease in this country – as it should be – write Tanya Pampalone, Anna-Maria van Niekerk and Mia Malan for Bhekisisa. Concerningly, a recent study about weight-loss medications published in the British Medical Journal found that less …

By Nomonde Mnukwa As South Africans prepare to listen and watch the State of the Nation Address (SoNa) on 12 February 2026 at 7pm, the country does so at a time marked by positive developments which include the strengthening of the rand, consecutive quarters of economic growth and having consistent power supply from Eskom. Our immediate …

The competition – now in a new guise thanks to the title sponsorship of Pick n Pay, and associate partnership of Vodacom – will see the eight leading teams in the country face each other in a single round of matches, with a grand finale penned down for Saturday, 4 April 2026. Rugby fans – …

President Cyril Ramaphosa will tomorrow, Thursday, 12 February 2026, deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) to a Joint Sitting of the two Houses of Parliament, the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), at Cape Town City Hall. The State of the Nation Address is an annual overview delivered by the …

A University of Cape Town (UCT) researcher has received a prestigious international research grant to investigate whether artificial intelligence (AI) can help improve employment prospects for unemployed young people in South Africa – placing youth at the centre of a global conversation on the future of work. Dr Tim Köhler, a senior research officer at …