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Malcolm Libera  ·2 May 2026 Residents of the popular St Francis Bay are concerned about the prospect of becoming a nuclear town amid plans to build a nuclear power station in the area. Eskom has steadily proceeded with its plan to build a new nuclear power station in South Africa. MyBroadband reported that engineering consulting …

Twenty years ago, South Africa made a quiet but profound promise to its most vulnerable citizens. In April 2006, the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) became fully operational not merely as a government institution but also as a lifeline. A safety net woven from the constitutional conviction that every South African has the right …

Africa enjoyed a powerful and encouraging start to the Debswana World Athletics Relays Gaborone 2026 on Saturday, with South Africa, Kenya, Botswana and Zimbabwe among the nations making strong statements as qualification battles for the World Athletics Championships Beijing 2027 got under way at a packed National Stadium in Gaborone. Day 1 delivered world records, …

Maro Itoje has backed the British & Irish Lions to explore new destinations, but says tradition must remain the foundation of what makes the touring side special. Reports have emerged that the Lions are considering changes to their long-standing 12-year rotation model, which cycles tours between the three southern hemisphere nations. France, Japan and the …

The iCaur V27 is a new electric SUV from Chery’s latest car brand, and it’s coming to South Africa. TopAuto recently had the chance to get behind the wheel of the V27 on a trip to China, where we attended the 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition and visited Chery’s hometown of Wuhu to learn more …

The African National Congress (ANC) joins the international working class movement, the Congress of the South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and the workers across the country on the occasion of May Day, which commemorates International Workers Day This day, steeped in workers’ struggles, instils a sense of determination towards building an inclusive economy, transforming the workplace, creating conducive working …

Gayton McKenzie has outlined a vision that blends football and South African heritage, confirming that legendary musical acts Mafikizolo and Mi Casa will lead a delegation of 20 artists to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking at a media briefing in Pretoria, the Minister revealed that the tournament will serve as a tribute to these …

Despite a continental push to halt the commercial slaughter of donkeys for their skins, the practice continues legally in South Africa under a regulated quota system, raising fresh concerns among animal welfare organisations. In February 2024, the African Union adopted a 15-year postponement on the donkey skin trade.  Instead, the legal slaughter of up to …

Staff Writer  ·1 May 2026 Jamestown residents, a close-knit community with a rich heritage on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, are unhappy with how they are treated by the municipality. Jamestown, also known as Webersvallei, is a tranquil settlement on the southern side of Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands. It is nestled beside the renowned Blaauwklippen …

I recently came across a tweet by Ntsiki Mazwai, in response to growing anger about illegal immigration, angrily accusing the Ruperts and Oppenheimers of plundering trillions of rands from “us” (I assume she means black people) and lamenting that those who are angered by illegal immigration are “busy with Africans from poor countries but too …

Car buyers in South Africa are spoiled for choice when it comes to either the new or pre-owned market, with value-for-money offerings in both segments competing for buyers’ attention. Despite the success of the used car industry, it may soon be under pressure from the new car sales that historically feed into the pre-owned sector. …

PREVIEW: Junior Springbok head coach Kevin Foote has revealed his matchday squad for their Round Two Under-20 Rugby Championship encounter against Australia on Sunday. Foote has made a couple of rotational changes to his team for the encounter at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha. The Junior Boks’ starting pack show only one change …

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has announced plans for the functioning of the national water crisis committee, whose establishment was revealed by President Cyril Ramaphosa during his State of the Nation Address this year. In her introductory remarks during the meeting of the Watercom and the National Water Action Plan on Thursday, Majodina said …

The minibus taxi is ubiquitous in southern Africa. These vehicles are the backbone of the urban economy, providing affordable mobility for millions. In Cape Town, South Africa’s second most populous city, they are central to the transport landscape. Around two-thirds of the city’s public transport users rely on paratransit services (which respond flexibly to demand), …

JOHANNSBURG – uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) is rolling up its sleeves as they eye the local government elections with confidence.  The 2026 Local Government Elections in South Africa are officially scheduled for 4 November. President Cyril Ramaphosa made the announcement.  This will be the first time the party led by former president Jacob Zuma will …

By Stephanie Allais South Africa’s 50 public technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges are, in the main, struggling institutions. In many, throughput rates – how many students qualify in the expected time – are low. Some lecturers are under-qualified and under-resourced. Relationships with employers, which are crucial for the type of training that these colleges offer, …

Staff Writer  ·1 May 2026 Outgoing SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter says South Africans have an obligation to pay their taxes, but also have the right to demand that their hard-earned money is well spent by the state. Thursday, 30 April, marked Kieswetter’s final day as commissioner, with the new commissioner-designate, Johnstone Makhubu, set to take …

South Africa’s bold move to curb illegal immigration and the movement of illicit goods through technology, one-stop border posts, and the upgrade of key land ports of entry has been hailed as a step in the right direction towards curbing the scourge. This was after the Border Management Authority (BMA), an entity of the Department …

If you are considering South Africa’s cheapest electric car as your next purchase, you will need to earn at least R36,500 per month to afford the Geely E2 on a finance plan, according to a calculation by TopAuto. The E2 is a compact, all-electric hatchback that enters the local market at R339,900, making it R2,000 cheaper …

The Tshwane University of Technology has bestowed an honorary doctorate upon football legend Theophilus “Doctor” Khumalo, recognising his talent and lifelong contribution to both South African and international football. Khumalo was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in Science: Kinesiology and Coaching Science (Honoris Causa) on Thursday during the faculty of science’s graduation ceremony at the …

On this Workers’ Day, the African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) recognises the important gains made in protecting workers’ rights in South Africa. Constitutional safeguards, progressive labour laws, and the role of organised labour have strengthened dignity in the workplace and advanced fair labour practices. However, the ACDP believes that these gains must be balanced with …