Former Lottery Board Member Ordered to Pay back R21-Million in Stolen Grant Funds
Money meant for good causes was used for personal gain
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Green Scorpions in Kimberley Lack Sting
The Green Scorpions lack sting – especially in Kimberley. An oversight visit by the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) yesterday to the Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs and Land Reform, prompted by issues such as the smuggling of rare plants, revealed numerous problems. The most significant issue is a critical shortage of manpower. […]
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We Warned Against Cuban Doctors
For years, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) has warned against the South African government’s deployment of Cuban doctors in the country, particularly at the expense of local doctors and medical personnel. Over the past weekend, the United States (US) announced that it intends to revoke the visas of government officials from Brazil, African countries […]
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Women’s Basketball in Nigeria Is on a Winning Streak: How to Take It Further
Nigeria won a fifth consecutive AfroBasket Championship with its women’s basketball team.
Child Miners Risk Death in Zambia’s Copper Pits
Police rescued 38 children from Sensele Mine in July
Nearly One Month of Kempton Park Power Outages
The power outages experienced by Kempton Park since the beginning of the year add up to nearly one month. By middle August 2025, residents and businesses had experienced 594,5 hours of outages – equal to 24 days, 18 hours and 30 minutes. This figure is based on confirmed media reports, community input and records kept […]
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Africa’s Top Climate Change Challenges: A Fairer Deal on Phasing Out Fossil Fuels and Mobilising Funds
Africa’s Second Climate Summit in Ethiopia will try to find ways to bring in more finance to help the continent adapt to climate change.
Is Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza International Court Will Take Years to Decide, but States Have a Duty to Act Now
The wheels of international justice grind exceedingly slowly and will never be sufficient on their own to bring about lasting change.
South Africa Has Chosen a Risky Approach to Global Politics: 3 Steps It Must Take To Succeed
If South Africa wants to make its own path in the global order, it must expect reprisals.
Lawyer for Cop Accused of Assault Fails to Show up in Court
In November 2023 police officers were caught on CCTV brutally assaulting a worker during a raid in Mowbray
Eviction Hearing Looms for Refugees in Bellville Camp
The refugees have rejected repatriation to home countries or returning to South African communities
Property Owners Are Misreading the Law, Argues Cape Town Mayor
Commercial property owners are challenging the City’s budget in court, but the mayor argues they are selectively interpreting the law
Fela and Food: How Lagos Restaurants Are Serving up the Music Star’s Legacy
Fela Kuti’s legacy plays out in music, in politics and even in food, with Nigerian restaurants paying homage to him on their menus.
Court Blocks Totalenergies Oil Exploration From Cape Agulhas to Cape Town
TotalEnergies can still submit new assessments and conduct a fresh public participation process
Hundreds Shut Down Soweto Mall After E-hailing Driver Shot Dead and Set Alight
Residents demand authorities intervene in the conflict between minibus taxi operators and e-hailing drivers
Women’s Month: Advancing Gender Equality at Home and Abroad – For Good
GOOD Speech by Brett Herron, GOOD Secretary-General & Member of the Western Cape Parliament. Note to editor: This speech was delivered by GOOD Secretary-General & Member of the Western Cape Parliament Brett Herron during today’s debate on Women’s day
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Mamelodi Shack Dwellers Given Stands a Decade Ago Still Live Without Services
Skierlik lacks waste collection, sewage, electricity and potable water
No to Port Alfred Name Change
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) in the Eastern Cape strongly objects to the proposed name change of Port Alfred to iCawa or iCoyi, as well as the renaming of the Kowie River to iQoyi. These changes, proposed by the Eastern Cape Geographical Names Committee, pose a significant risk to the local economy, tourism and […]
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Inside SA’s Multi-Million Rand Plan to Fill US Funding Void
About R1-billion in replacement funds expected imminently, but more may be approved
Child Malnutrition Is a Sign of Conflict to Come: Nigerian Study Links Climate Change, Food and Violence
Where governance is weak and food supplies are unreliable, climate change causes child wasting and can be a warning sign of conflict to come.
Minister Tau Breaks Silence on Lottery Licence Award
Court challenges by rejected bidders have compelled him to explain his decisions
College Tries to Evict 27 Families to Make Way for Students
At a protest Ekurhuleni West students demanded the eviction of the families in “24 hours”
This Is Why the Right-Wing Axis Is Wrong to Withdraw From National Conversation
Without pragmatic discussion followed by decisive action to address colour-coded inequality South Africa risks being led by a Robert Mugabe. If we don’t prioritise narrowing inequality and accelerate fixing social and economic exclusions and injustices inherited from our divided history, economic growth and social stability will remain pipe dreams.
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Tshwane Mayor Guilty of Contempt of Court
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) welcomes the High Court’s ruling finding the Tshwane Metro Mayor, Dr Nasiphi Moya, and City Manager, Johann Mettler, guilty of contempt of court for failing to comply with a previous court order mandating the upgrade of the Fresh Produce Market in Pretoria. The Institute for Market Agents of South […]
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