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A 270-hectare portion of endangered renosterveld in South Africa’s Overberg region has been secured for permanent conservation. The land, part of a farm called Goereesoe between Bredasdorp and Swellendam, was purchased by the Overberg Renosterveld Trust (ORT) in partnership with the UK-based World Land Trust (WLT) and the Mapula Trust. Goereesoe forms part of the …

The African Tax Research Network (ATRN) Congress is an annual event that brings together academics, tax officials, government officials, tax administrators, students, civil society organisations, policymakers, researchers, and tax practitioners from across Africa at a single setting. The first ATRN Congress took place in 2015. Since then, there have been over 835 research paper submissions …

GolfRSA has named Christiaan Maas, Megan Streicher, Daniel Bennett, Kyra van Kan, Charl Barnard and Bobbi Brown to represent South Africa in the 2025 World Amateur Team Championship in Singapore from 3-11 October; credit GolfRSA | GolfAfrica 6 August 2025 – GolfRSA has named two strong teams to represent South Africa at the 2025 World …

South Africa’s economy is a sleeping beauty: barely conscious, with projected growth ofjust 1% this year. Now, it has received a wakeup call: a bracing 30% tariff kiss from the US. Harsh as it is, this tariff shock should jolt us out of our economic slumber. It is a signal that complacency and torpor will …

A student from the University of KwaZulu-Natal has developed an app that allows communities to alert municipalities to service delivery faults in their area. Residents can use the app, called CityMenderSA, to report various issues, ranging from issues with water supply, streetlights, waste and sanitation, and roads and potholes. Keyuren Maharaj, currently studying mechanical engineering …

Please view photos here, here, here and here. A DA oversight inspection today has confirmed a despicable reality: racial-classification rules are in full swing in Deeds Offices across South Africa. At the DA oversight visit to the Cape Town Deeds Office today, we witnessed first-hand how citizens are being compelled to declare their race in …

For those chasing sun, not snow—these five coastal escapes stay warm when the rest of the country gets chilly. From wild Northern Cape shores to tropical KZN estuaries, these off-season gems are perfect for a winter beach break. Port Nolloth (Northern Cape) A beach in Port Nolloth/LBM1948/Wikimedia Commons Once a diamond rush hub, Port Nolloth …

As South Africa absorbs the first real economic blow of the second Trump presidency, the business sector, not government, is leading the response. A 30% tariff hits hard, but it’s the scramble that follows that may define the country’s economic trajectory. Unlike President Cyril Ramaphosa, who has been widely criticised for his slow response to …

Malcolm Libera  ·6 Aug 2025 Newcastle in KwaZulu-Natal could become a ghost town if ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) follows through with its threat to close the local steel plant.  This concern has been raised by residents, municipality members, business leaders and ArcelorMittal South Africa CEO Kobus Verster, who said the plant’s future hangs by a …

City of Tshwane: Ethical leadership and community focus The day kicked off with an insightful visit to the City of Tshwane, where Executive Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya warmly welcomed and addressed the students on ethical leadership and the critical role of the youth in shaping the future of public service. “The city is intentional about …

Department of Military Veterans headquarters in Pretoria. The possibility of the Department of Military Veterans (DMV) being placed under administration has been deferred to the end of August – something the Amalgamated Veterans of South Africa (AVSA) believes will result in dire implications for veterans. Ernest Lintnaar, Founder and CEO of the AVSA, said “we …

US attempts to interfere with South Africa’s domestic issues have brought relations between the nations to “a low”, Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola told AFP in an interview Tuesday. Tariffs of 30%, the highest on any sub-Saharan African country, are set to take effect on certain South African exports on Friday, in the absence of a …

A new survey from research firm Analytico reveals that Samsung is the top choice for TVs and large household appliances among South Africa’s early adopters and IT professionals. This influential group of over 2,600 tech-savvy consumers plays a key role in shaping local market trends. Read: Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Review: Mid-range makes sense …

Huawei South Africa has opened applications for the highly anticipated 2025 edition of the Women in Tech Digital Skills Training Programme, set to take place from 27 to 29 August in Johannesburg.  Now in its fourth year, this flagship programme is designed for women entrepreneurs and professionals who are building businesses and actively looking for …

A landmark ruling from the Johannesburg High Court has confirmed that South African citizens have the right to question and film police officers without concern over being arrested. This ruling follows the arrest of attorney Shaun Jacobs in March 2019 for filming a roadblock near his home. Jacobs noted that he believed the arrest had …

A new operation is offering Starlink kits to rent for South Africans seeking short-term Internet connectivity in remote areas of the country. Stellar Link says it is not affiliated with Starlink but “loves them very much.” The operation is believed to be run by a travel company CEO who is also a chartered accountant. He …

Malcolm Libera  ·6 Aug 2025 A cold front is sweeping across South Africa, and the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued multiple warnings for disruptive snow, damaging winds, and dangerous waves.  The front is bringing freezing temperatures, scattered showers, and snowfall over high-lying areas, including parts of the Eastern Cape and the Drakensberg mountains …

JOHANNESBURG – A major cold front is sweeping across South Africa this week, bringing a dramatic shift in weather patterns.  WATCH: Weather warning | Temperatures to drop as cold front hits The South African Weather Service has issued warnings for disruptive snow, damaging winds, and dangerous waves.  Residents are advised to prepare for a significant …

“Our foremost priority is protecting our export industries,” Ramaphosa revealed. “We must also accelerate the diversification of our export markets, particularly by deepening intra-African trade.” “To help our producers and exporters aggressively explore alternative markets, we have established an Export Support Desk to assist affected producers…. This intervention will also play a key role in …