Armed Banditry Is Becoming a Crisis in Nigeria: Why Fixing the Police Is Key
The fragile state of Nigeria’s police contributes to the persistence of insecurity, particularly banditry, in the northern region.
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Fish Hoek’s Water Infrastructure Problem Is Critical and Life-Threatening
The ongoing water infrastructure problem in Fish Hoek, caused by crumbling systems, has reached critical proportions, with major leaks occurring almost daily and leading to the formation of sinkholes and potholes. A large sinkhole that formed on Wednesday evening in the busy Corsair Street in Sun Valley, Fish Hoek, already caused injuries when two vehicles […]
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The Grassy Park Gilray Scouts Site Was Deliberately Set up for Failure
GOOD Statement by Wesley Neumann,GOOD City of Cape Town Councillor 24 July 2025 On Tuesday, 22 July, over 100 committed residents and civil society leaders gathered at the Isaac Jacobs Hall, LOFOB, to discuss the future of the Gilray Scout Site. This meeting was more than just a gathering; it marked the start of an […]
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Augrabies Communities Struggle to Get Clean Water
Department of Water intervenes as Kai !Garib battles frequent water interruptions, infrastructure failures and dirty tap water
Ghana’s Security Strategy Has Kept Terror Attacks at Bay: What Other Countries Can Learn From Its Approach
Ghana stands out in west Africa as a nation that hasn’t experienced terrorist attacks. Its proactive, multi-faceted strategies offer a blueprint for neighbours.
Urgent Action Needed on Stormwater Infrastructure Crisis in Idas Valley
GOOD Statement by Marius van Stade,GOOD Stellenbosch Municipality Councillor 23 July 2025 The GOOD Party Stellenbosch is calling on the Stellenbosch Municipality to urgently address a growing stormwater infrastructure crisis affecting residents of Lindida, Idas Valley. The problem stems from uncontrolled stormwater runoff from the Idas Valley Nature Area, which flows into a narrow water […]
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St George’s Cathedral Hosts Sold-Out Fundraiser for Gaza
Songs for Freedom concert raised more than R260,000
Chimamanda’s Lagos Homecoming Wasn’t Just a Book Launch, It Was a Cultural Moment
This was a remarkable event because it defied the tired cliché that Africans do not read.
Pressure Mounts in Gauteng’s Rural Safety Landscape
Pressure is mounting in Gauteng’s rural safety landscape due to an ever-increasing number of informal settlements, often lacking adequate planning, essential services and job opportunities. This phenomenon unintentionally transforms rural areas into dumping grounds, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities and creating new challenges for rural safety. Gauteng’s agricultural sector is under strain despite the allocation of R671 […]
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Bogotá Agreement Welcomed as a Turning Point for International Justice
GOOD Statement by Brett Herron,GOOD Secretary-General 17 July 2025 The GOOD Party welcomes the landmark outcomes of the Emergency Ministerial Conference of The Hague Group, jointly convened by South Africa and Colombia in Bogotá. This coordinated multilateral action marks the most significant and principled stand yet taken to halt the genocide in Gaza and to […]
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Gauteng Premier Should Separate Roles of Premier and Mec for Community Safety
(Budget debate on Gauteng Department of Community Safety) The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) requested Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi to appoint a Member of the Legislature as the MEC for Community Safety. Lesufi currently holds both offices, which is not ideal given Gauteng’s high crime rate. Both roles require significant strategic attention, stakeholder engagement and […]
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Gauteng Health Department’s Poor Handling of Clinic Doctors’ Employment
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) reproached the Gauteng Department of Health for its clumsy attempt to dismiss clinic doctors and then rehire them as service providers, despite a critical shortage of doctors at clinics and hospitals. During the Gauteng Legislature’s debate on the Department’s 2025/26 budget, the Freedom Front Plus expressed its disapproval of […]
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Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development Runs the Risk of Another Hoërskool Driehoek Tragedy
(Budget Debate of Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development) During the recent Budget Debate for the new financial year, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) warned the Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development that it is running the risk of another tragedy similar to what transpired at Hoërskool Driehoek. The Freedom Front Plus added that the Department […]
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Lesotho Communities Go to Court
Thousands of people and hundreds of businesses are taking the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority to court over the Katse and other dam projects
New Clues From 2 Million-Year-Old Tooth Enamel Tell Us More About an Ancient Human Relative
Researchers have extracted 2-million-year-old protein remains from Paranthropus robustus teeth to reveal biological sex and genetic variability.
Barbara Bell Fought All Her Life for South Africa’s Children
Outspoken activist died last week aged 86
Cape Town’s PR Spin
GOOD Statement by Suzette Little,GOOD Deputy Secretary-General & City of Cape Town Caucus Chairperson 01 July 2025 A recent internal directive from the City of Cape Town’s Acting City Manager, Gareth Morgan, exposes a troubling truth – a clean audit does not mean clean governance. While the DA-led City has boasted about its annual clean […]
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State Capture: Time for Accountability
GOOD Statement by Brett Herron ,GOOD Secretary-General 30 June 2025 The GOOD Party welcomes the long-overdue arrests of former Transnet executives Brian Molefe and Siyabonga Gama, who handed themselves over to police and are expected to appear in court later today. According to media reports, the arrests relate to a dubious R93-million double payment linked […]
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Reckless R230 Million Outsourcing Could Jeopardise Budget
During a recent council meeting of the Tshwane Metro Council, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) rejected a report that allocates R230 million over three years to provide benefits to over 1 000 contracted security guards. The 1 283 guards were appointed in 2021 without benefits. The Freedom Front Plus suggested to the Council that […]
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Rand Water’s Maintenance Work in Ekurhuleni Welcomed
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) welcomes Rand Water’s maintenance of critical water infrastructure, which will affect large parts of the Ekurhuleni Metro from 30 June to 2 July. Some of the essential maintenance work was completed during the first phase of the project between 29 May and 3 June. Work is now set to […]
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No Room for Criminals in Crime Intelligence
GOOD Statement by Brett Herron,GOOD Secretary-General 26 June 2025 The GOOD Party welcomes the arrest of South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Intelligence head, Major-General Dumisani Khumalo, by the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC). Senior members of law enforcement must be held to the highest standards of integrity and accountability. Corruption and criminality cannot be […]
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Cape Town’s Fleet Tracking Crisis
GOOD Statement by Roscoe Palm,GOOD City of Cape Town Councillor 26 June 2025 The GOOD Party is deeply concerned that, as of 1 July, the City of Cape Town may lose oversight of thousands of vehicles and critical infrastructure systems that residents rely on every single day. Under the current fleet and tracking contract, the […]
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Annual KFC Mini-Cricket National Seminar to Honour Volunteer Coaches
JOHANNESBURG: Each year, Cricket South Africa (CSA), in partnership with KFC, proudly recognises the passionate individuals who dedicate their time...
Questions Around R31 Million Expenditure on York Hostel Renovation
GOOD Statement by Chantelle Kyd,GOOD George Councillor 24 June 2025 While many residents in George live without shelter and face daily service delivery failures, the Municipality has chosen to invest tens of millions in refurbishing a single building for administrative use, without clear public justification or proper consultation. The R31 million renovation of the historic […]
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