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On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to the Government and nation of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, following the passing of Former President Muhammadu Buhari. President Ramaphosa’s thoughts are primarily with the family of Former President Buhari who has passed away at the age …

In response to the President’s address, ActionSA expresses concern over President Ramaphosa’s delayed action, which amounts to kicking the can down the road in confronting the deepening crisis within the South African Police Service and the broader criminal justice system, following explosive allegations by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. While ActionSA notes that Minister …

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South Africa’s president placed the nation’s police minister, who has been accused of sabotaging a probe into political killings in the crime-ridden country, on leave. The suspension of Senzo Mchunu signals a push for accountability by President Cyril Ramaphosa, who has faced growing criticism by the opposition and parties within his coalition government for failing …

A new study shows the local hunting industry’s important economic footprint. South Africa’s hunting sector generates about $2.5-billion for the economy annually, creating badly needed jobs while conserving habitat and wildlife, according to the findings of a new study published in the peer-reviewed journal Wildlife Research. This is a significantly larger sum than previous estimates, …

Staff Writer  ·13 Jul 2025 President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the formation of a judicial commission of inquiry into allegations of corruption and political interference in South Africa’s policing authorities. In addition, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been placed on leave with immediate effect. Firoz Cachalia, a former ANC politician and current professor of law …

Rabia Mayet | rabiamayet@radioislam.co.za 08 July 2025 3-minute read Tied to economic desperation and adult unemployment, and despite legal bans, child labour continues to persist in South Africa. Delving into data from Stat SA’s Youth Activity Surveys, Professor Derrick Hugh from the University of the Western Cape has uncovered some uncomfortable truths about how poverty …

The Democratic Alliance notes President Ramaphosa’s announcement of a judicial commission of inquiry into the explosive allegations made by the KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. However commissions are only as good as their consequenes. These allegations strike at the heart of South Africa’s criminal justice system, implicating senior law enforcement, prosecutorial, intelligence, and even …

In the wake of the trade friction presented by US President Donald Trump’s latest adjustment to his “Liberation Day” import tariffs, which are now at about 30% and pose profound challenges for SA exporting businesses, the government has signalled that work will soon begin on an export diversification strategy for the country. This would be …

Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile will from 14-18 July 2025, undertake a strategic Working Visit to the People’s Republic of China, to participate in the China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), as one of the key engagements. In its third year, CISCE is the world’s first national-level expo dedicated to global supply chains. It is …

Solly Malatsi. Image c/o DCDT The department of communications & digital technologies on Friday gazetted the draft white paper on audio and audio-visual media services (AAVMS) and online safety for public comment by 10 August. This is the third version of the document (read it here), with the first and second editions published in 2020 …

“Ultimate disruptor” was how Forbes Africa dubbed Covid-19 in June 2020 for its sweeping impact across global business and society. Yet, for South Africa, a far more threatening  disruptor has long been tightening its grip: corruption. Corruption is once again under the spotlight. This time it’s for allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the …

The 2025 tax season is in full swing, but many South Africans are still not filing their returns, unaware that this could lead to mounting penalties and legal trouble. The tax season officially began on Monday, July 7 2025, with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) setting deadlines for different categories of taxpayers. According to …

Luke Fraser  ·13 Jul 2025 South Africa faces a spam call epidemic, and new regulations are taking them on directly through changes to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The changes in question give consumers more authority when asking companies to get rid of their data, and places more responsibility on companies to ensure …

By Staff WriterPublished: 13 July 2025 This forecast is for: Mon 14 July 2025The maps cover: Mon 14 Jul – Wed 16 Jul You can listen to this daily weather forecast as a 3 minute podcast by pressing the > play button above. Isolated showers along the south coast and the eastern half of the …

Nuclear technology company Stratek Global has secured land on which it plans to build a small modular reactor (SMR), Business Times reports. The 2,000-hectare site is located along the Gauteng and North West border and is owned by the Zilkaats Estate. It is roughly the same size as the Pelindaba nuclear facility near Hartbeespoort Dam. …

One local creator is acting out Trevor’s iconic bits, and it’s just a perfect blend of funny and familiar. South Africa (13 July 2025) – Remember those Trevor Noah stand-up bits? The ones you could not stop quoting, where he would switch accents mid-story and act out the scenes on stage all by himself? If …

Staff Writer  ·13 Jul 2025 South Africans who post offensive content online are not immune to the repercussions or disciplinary action by their employers, whether they’re off duty, on leave, or posting on their personal profiles. According to legal experts at Wright Rose-Innes, there is a misconception that “personal capacity” posts on social media are …

The Masimanyane Women’s Rights International has expressed concern about the developments in the Judicial Tribunal hearing of the Eastern Cape Judge President, Selby Mbenenge. The organisation says it is unhappy with the lack of accountability for the harm that has been done, not just to the complainant but to women across South Africa. Mbenenge is …

As tensions build up ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address on Sunday evening, organisations and individuals are speaking out on the conflict involving KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and police minister Senzo Mchunu.  Last Sunday Mkhwanazi made the shocking claim that the disbandment of the political killings task team was orchestrated to shield politically …

They call themselves the Hangklip Hardcore Hackers… and they’re proving that hope, purpose and a good coffee break can bring people together in extraordinary ways. Western Cape, South Africa (13 July 2025) – Tucked between rugged mountains and wild coastline, in a small town you might miss if you blink too long, there’s a group …

Team SA’s girls volleyballers won gold at the Region 5 Games in Windhoek, becoming the first girls team from South Arica to do so. The boys were unable to match the feat, but still picked up silver against Zimbabwe in their final, writes Mark Lemke. The history-making girls faced Mozambique in a final that went down …

By Ayanda Holo Beneath the glittering chandeliers of the Bank of China building in Johannesburg, Chinese Ambassador Wu Peng addressed a gathering of investors, policymakers, and technocrats. At his side sat South Africa’s Deputy Finance Minister Dr David Masondo, a key architect of the government’s economic recovery and structural reform agenda. The occasion marked the …

Coalition governance is messy, but parties should be able to agree on prioritising economic growth and trade into Africa. South Africa’s government of national unity (GNU) has just staggered past the one-year mark. Its foreign policy reflects continuity, some change, a steady mismatch between ambition and resources and little focus on national growth priorities.  Disagreements …