Senamile Zungu, 29, is helping South Africans navigate some of the country's most complex conversations. Through media, research and cultural commentary, she is creating spaces where difficult discussions about race, identity, belonging and represent...

Nqanawe Shangase is proving that South African cinema does not need permission to thrive. The self-taught filmmaker, writer-director, producer and founder of in-cine-uation has built a career by turning limited resources into bold storytelling, earni...

A homeowner's R67,523 debt ballooned to R975,138.72 in six years, despite monthly levies barely exceeding R100,000. This article uncovers the structural weaknesses in South Africa's community scheme governance, highlighting why competent boards, not ...

As global technology reshapes economies and societies, Keagile Makgoba is helping define how those conversations unfold across Africa. As head of communications for TikTok in Sub-Saharan Africa, she works at the intersection of technology, public pol...

Kutlwano Gazide is proving that a well-told story can do more than build a brand — it can unlock economic opportunity. Through strategic digital communication, she is helping ensure that township entrepreneurs are not only visible online but recogn...

South Africa is deeply engrossed in the debate over illegal immigration, but this article argues that a larger economic transformation, particularly concerning the nation's vital agricultural sector, is being overlooked. It questions the long-term co...

Oratile Mogoje is crafting stories that do more than entertain — they challenge convention, broaden representation and ensure audiences see themselves reflected on screen. For her, great storytelling is measured not only by awards, but by the conve...

At 31, Lethabo Mokgatle is using film to confront difficult conversations that many would rather avoid. Through stories rooted in African realities and women's lived experiences, she is demonstrating that cinema can do more than entertain — it can ...

Daniél Young is a digital content producer at GQ South Africa, where he covers the people, ideas and cultural moments shaping contemporary South African life. A journalism graduate from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, he writes digital ...

Anathi Sidali, 35, believes the most powerful stories are not only told — they are strategically built. At the intersection of broadcasting, branding and digital innovation, he has spent his career transforming how one of South Africa's leading uni...

Anathi Sidali, 35, believes the most powerful stories are not only told — they are strategically built. At the intersection of broadcasting, branding and digital innovation, he has spent his career transforming how one of South Africa's leading uni...

Mothushi Thoka, 29, is helping redefine what journalism looks like in the age of artificial intelligence. Rather than seeing AI as a threat to storytelling, he is harnessing its potential to make news more accessible, engaging and relevant while ensu...

Bongani Baloyi is using the power of storytelling to shape how African stories are seen, remembered and understood. Whether behind the camera or mentoring emerging creatives, he believes film is more than entertainment — it is a catalyst for educat...

At 34, Elelwani Netshifhire is telling the stories too often left at the margins, placing women, rural communities and overlooked voices at the heart of South African cinema. For her, filmmaking is not simply an artistic pursuit but a means of shifti...

The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) works tirelessly to protect animals in South Africa, investigating cruelty and advocating for the vulnerable. Senior Inspector Arno de Klerk leads the Special Projects Unit, tackling complex cases across the coun...

Former President Jacob Zuma has reshuffled the leadership of the MK Party, appointing his son Duduzane Zuma as the first deputy president. This move sees the removal of Jabulani Hlophe and long-time ally Nathi Nhleko from key positions.

Advocate Peter Serunye, a deputy director of public prosecutions at Idac, testified before the Madlanga Commission, alleging that former Idac head Andrea Johnson sidelined senior prosecutors and appointed junior staff, leading him to believe they wer...

Residents and civil society organisations are opposing the expansion of SA Lithium's Highbury open pit mine in KwaZulu-Natal. They report environmental degradation, destruction of livelihoods, and insufficient public participation, despite promises o...

Richard William (RW) Johnson, a leading South African liberal public intellectual, journalist, analyst, and academic, has passed away at his home in Cape Town. Known for his formidable and fearless approach, Johnson's extensive contributions to South...

The article explores the profound importance of truth under oath in South Africa's criminal justice system, prompted by recent allegations against Andrea Johnson. It examines the societal impact of perjury, the challenges of prosecuting it, and histo...

As gold prices soar and Ghana enjoys record revenues from its vast mineral wealth, the country's government is pursuing an ambitious strategy to ensure more of that wealth remains at home. This has led to a confrontation with international investors,...

Prof Amare Abebe, director of the Centre for Space Research at North-West University, argues that Africa's space future extends beyond satellites, focusing on using knowledge and collaboration to address critical challenges like food insecurity, drou...

A landmark study published in Nature reveals that climate change is reshaping Africa's malaria map, increasing the disease's risk in South Africa's north-eastern provinces and the East African highlands, even as some current hotspots become less suit...

The Pan Africanist Congress (PAC) has named former ANC member Thami Ka Plaatjie as its mayoral candidate for Johannesburg. The party also announced candidates for Ekurhuleni, Emfuleni, and Sedibeng, as Ka Plaatjie officially rejoined the PAC after be...

uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) parliamentary chief whip Philasande Mkhize has issued a warning to MP Phumlani Khubukeli after he allegedly accused her of being under the influence of alcohol during parliamentary sessions. Mkhize claims Khubukeli's...

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has significantly boosted the national voters' roll, adding 754,000 first-time voters during its June and August registration weekends. This brings the total number of registered voters to approximately ...

South Africa's 22-year-old plastic levy has failed to curb the 8 billion single-use plastic bags consumed annually, leading to severe environmental and health impacts. This article calls for a total legislative ban on single-use plastic carrier bags ...

As the race for the presidency of the South African Football Association (SAFA) gains momentum, the future of South African football hangs in the balance. Delegates face a critical choice between competing visions for leadership, governance, and the ...

The Johannesburg Magistrate's Court has dismissed businessman Brown Mogotsi’s application to compel the state to disclose the identities of witnesses in his criminal case. Mogotsi was arrested on a charge of defeating the ends of justice after alle...

Deputy Minister David Mahlobo addresses public skepticism surrounding the National Water Action Plan, outlining the critical state of South Africa's water infrastructure and the urgent need for this new initiative. He details how the plan aims to bri...

South Africa accounts for over half of all lenacapavir (LEN) users in Africa, with health department data revealing 31,297 of the continent's roughly 60,000 users are in the country. This article delves into the first six weeks of the LEN rollout, ex...

A Setswana proverb reminds us that words, once spoken, cannot be recalled. This truth resonated deeply while watching the Madlanga Commission, where the word "token" momentarily overshadowed evidence, revealing how language can diminish dignity and p...

Every year, governments, corporations and development institutions invest enormous effort in producing ambitious strategies. National Development Plans are launched. Corporate strategies are approved. Municipal Integrated Development Plans are adopt...

President Cyril Ramaphosa's address to the Pan-African Parliament offers a balanced perspective on migration, condemning anti-migrant violence while urging African leaders to address governance failures that compel millions to leave their homes.

Negotiations between the Tanzanian government and Lifezone Metals have prolonged the Final Investment Decision for the Kabanga Nickel Project, now expected in Q1 2027. This delays one of Africa's largest critical minerals developments, despite signif...

Corruption remains a major barrier to economic growth, despite decades of anti-corruption efforts. This article explores how integrity, beyond mere compliance, is becoming a crucial commercial capability and a driver of sustainable competitive advant...

The Land Rover Discovery D350 strikes a perfect balance between the opulent Range Rover and the rugged Defender, offering a compelling blend of luxury, capability, and family-friendly practicality. Discover why this seven-seater SUV is considered the...

The Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria has reinstated the National Arts Council's governing council, suspending Arts, Sport and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie’s decision to dissolve it. The eleven members are ordered back pending a fu...

"GENOCOST" is a politically constructed conspiracy theory masquerading as historical and legal truth. The term is being promoted by the current Congolese government and amplified by activists despite lacking recognition as an established historical o...

ANC veteran and former Justice Minister Jeff Radebe testified before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry, asserting that justice must always be blind. He denied any interference in prosecutorial matters related to TRC cases du...

The second annual Walter Sisulu Memorial Lecture, delivered by former President Kgalema Motlanthe, reflected on whether South Africa's democracy truly embodies the values of justice, equality, and dignity envisioned by liberation leaders like Walter ...

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is weighing a compliance notice against Sanral after inspectors found serious environmental non-compliance, including wetland destruction and water pollution, during the construction of...

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has announced the suspension of three senior investigators from the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) as the government begins a comprehensive reset of the unit. This ...

Former Build One South Africa (Bosa) Gauteng Legislature member Ayanda Allie has joined ActionSA, vowing it will be her final political home. This move comes just a week after her dismissal from Bosa, and she has been appointed ActionSA's ambassador ...

The Embassy of the Republic of Peru in South Africa celebrated the 205th Anniversary of the Independence of Peru with a distinguished reception in Pretoria, hosted by ambassador of Peru to South Africa José Javier Augusto Shaw and Olga Zakharova. T...

South Africa and Germany have reaffirmed their long-standing relationship, with Minister Ronald Lamola welcoming German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Johann Wadephul to Pretoria. Discussions focused on strengthening political, economic, and...

The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in South Africa celebrated the 74th anniversary of the July 23 Revolution, marking Egypt’s National Day with an elegant garden reception at Egypt House in Pretoria. The event, hosted by ambassador Ahmad S...

The High Commissioner of the Republic of Cyprus to South Africa, Antonis Mandritis, hosted a special luncheon and presentation to introduce the newly established Pan African Hellenic Cypriot Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Professionals and Entreprene...

African Transformation Movement (ATM) parliamentary leader Vuyo Zungula suggests the $580 000 found at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm might have been illicit funds for the ANC, not the president. He also confirms his interest in the J...

The Western Cape High Court's decision to grant President Cyril Ramaphosa an interim interdict has ignited a polarising public debate, with some portraying it as an obstacle to accountability. This analysis clarifies the constitutional question at st...