The Randburg Magistrate’s Court has denied bail to former deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, ruling that his release poses a risk of witness tampering and evidence destruction.

Decades of toxic lead waste in Kabwe, Zambia, continue to endanger generations of children, prompting a landmark complaint before the African Union’s child rights committee demanding government action and corporate accountability.

The awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to South African jurist Navi Pillay recognises a lifetime dedicated to human rights, international justice, and championing the rule of law.

The City of Tshwane has admitted negligence after supplying unchlorinated water from the sewage-polluted Bronkhorstspruit River for three weeks without warning residents, leaving more than 400 people sick.

Former president Thabo Mbeki has denied claims of political interference in Truth and Reconciliation Commission cases, arguing that the National Prosecuting Authority must take full responsibility for failing to prosecute apartheid-era perpetrators.

Former president Thabo Mbeki has strongly denied allegations of secret talks with apartheid-era generals to secure amnesty, calling the claims a complete fabrication during his testimony at the Khampepe Commission.

Deciding between an all-inclusive resort and self-catering accommodation in Mauritius involves more than nightly rates. Discover how hidden costs and your holiday style impact the overall budget.

Fears of escalating political violence have gripped KwaZulu-Natal following the fatal shooting of two ANC members during a campaign trail in Umgababa ahead of upcoming local elections.

Two men accused of possessing slain runner Elizabeth 'Tsontso' Moselakgomo's smartwatch have been granted bail, while a third remains in custody over pending immigration verification.

A 43-year-old undocumented foreigner was arrested in Ballito after police seized crystal meth, cocaine, and methcathinone valued at more than R1 million during an intelligence-driven operation.

A senior police officer testified that a footprint believed to belong to Anele Tembe was found on the outer edge of a hotel balcony railing, as the inquest into her 2021 death resumed.

Admission to university is only the first step. Emeris' Third International Conference on Teaching and Learning tackles how institutions can ensure students thrive, focusing on equity, digital learning, and systemic transformation.

The inquest into the death of Anele Tembe resumes at the Cape Town Magistrate's Court, with seven additional witnesses, including police and medical experts, set to testify.

The Pretoria Magistrate's Court has postponed businessman Suliman Carrim’s bail application after the state opposed his release, labelling him a flight risk following his arrest at OR Tambo International Airport.

A study in the Eastern Cape reveals the immense financial, social, and emotional toll faced by families caring for relatives with schizophrenia, highlighting the urgent need for structured community support.

Allegations against suspended police chief Shadrack Sibiya highlight systemic child protection challenges in South Africa. Joburg Child Welfare urges stronger accountability, independent oversight, and funded survivor support.

Producing more food at any cost cannot sustain Africa. Transforming food systems demands a shift toward animal welfare, environmental resilience, and empowering smallholder farmers under genuine African leadership.

National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has officially resumed his duties following the withdrawal of corruption charges, pledging to rebuild public trust and refocus SAPS on combating crime.

On World Food Day, experts argue that true innovation to end hunger goes beyond new technology. By supporting small-scale agroecological farmers, local procurement, and community networks, South Africa can build resilient and equitable food systems.

As President Cyril Ramaphosa takes the ANC campaign to Cape Town, DA mayoral candidate Helen Zille unveils a five-point rescue plan for Johannesburg ahead of local government elections.

The sixth Limpopo Investment Conference surpassed its 2026 target by securing over R138 billion in pledges, as Deputy President Paul Mashatile urged leaders to ensure these investments create tangible, long-term community benefits.

South Africa will advocate for a binding benchmark to triple adaptation finance by 2035 at COP31 in Türkiye, addressing the critical funding shortfall facing climate-vulnerable developing nations.

Former ANC regional treasurer Suliman Carrim was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport for evading a subpoena from the Madlanga Commission, just moments before boarding a flight to the UAE.

The IEC insists it does not fear the ANC following a Constitutional Court ruling reinstating 181 councillor candidates, extending the same reprieve to 32 other political parties.

General Fannie Masemola will resume his duties as national police commissioner after President Cyril Ramaphosa lifted his precautionary suspension following the withdrawal of charges against him.

Learn the essential differences between mechanical breakdown and everyday wear and tear to ensure your vehicle warranty claims are approved without unexpected surprises.

The SACU Secretariat has issued a tender inviting qualified bidders to submit proposals for short-term consultancy services focused on streamlining trade barriers across member states.

Civil society organisations have raised concerns over the South African government's plan to procure 5 000MW of gas power under IRP 2025, warning that side-lining wind and solar will lead to high costs and climate risks.

Kruger Shalati: The Train on the Bridge has retained its prestigious two Michelin Keys, highlighting world-class hospitality driven by exceptional local talent in the heart of the Kruger.

GIZ, on behalf of BMZ and the EU, invites tenders from qualified consulting firms to support WHO Good Manufacturing Practice compliance and prequalification readiness for pharmaceutical manufacturers across the SADC region.

GIZ invites consulting bids to support Marine Spatial Planning and marine conservation in Angola under the EU- and BMZ-funded Blue Benguela Current Action.

Global thought leaders, tech specialists, and entrepreneurs are set to gather at the Sandton Convention Centre for Singularity Summit South Africa 2026, exploring AI, robotics, and the future of work.

An assessment of entries to the South African AI Awards highlights strong progress in African languages and SME enablement, alongside persistent gaps in governance, research, and enterprise integration.

Permanent private-sector jobs remain scarce, but public employment programmes are proving vital in bridging the gap for young South Africans seeking sustainable pathways to earning.

Setsoto Local Municipality invites bids for tender T05 (26/27), open to contractors with a CIDB grading of 7CE or higher. Review the critical compliance and submission criteria.

Across Africa, digital identity systems are championed as remedies for public sector inefficiency. However, outsourcing biometric enrolment to private players risks reinforcing social stratification and automating administrative dysfunction.

Hospitals in the Free State are on the verge of collapse as criminal syndicates strip plumbing bare for scrap copper, cutting off critical water supply and leaving vulnerable patients in dire jeopardy.

Free State healthcare facilities are under siege as criminal syndicates repeatedly strip hospitals of copper pipes, taps, and toilet flush mechanisms, costing millions of rands and threatening critical patient care.

Cosatu delegates have revealed that affiliates owe the federation more than R52 million in unpaid fees and levies, even as new leadership takes the helm at its delayed national congress.

Pharmaceutical industry leaders and South African regulators have demanded urgent crackdowns, seizures, and arrests to curb the dangerous open sale of unregistered weight loss drugs.

Despite regular municipal elections since 2000, South Africa's local government remains plagued by poor service delivery and financial paralysis, prompting questions about the role of the IEC and accountability.

As the US plans a livestreamed execution and calls resurface in South Africa to reinstate capital punishment, Narnia Bohler-Muller argues why turning killing into a spectacle will never solve crime.

As anti-immigration protests clash with Constitutional Court decisions on asylum seeker rights, South Africa faces a growing dilemma between majority public demand and the supremacy of the Constitution.

As taps repeatedly run dry in Komani, residents are asking uncomfortable questions about whether failing infrastructure is being sustained to enrich private water tanker contractors through emergency municipal tenders.

Following viral racist outbursts in Norwood over Palestinian flags, Ebrahim Fakir argues that treating these incidents as isolated anomalies conveniently protects the political ideologies and institutions that fuel anti-Palestinian dehumanisation.

Malawi's ambitious plan to curb gold smuggling through state-backed buying centres faces severe hurdles, including unverified loss estimates, overlapping institutional mandates, and pricing challenges for artisanal miners.

Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje was one of South Africa's most brilliant intellectual pioneers. Explore the lasting legacy of the legendary writer, translator, and founding leader of the ANC.

A potential drop in ANC support during the 2026 local government elections could fundamentally shift the balance of power within the Government of National Unity, elevating the DA and accelerating political realignments ahead of 2029.

Rwanda has secured a landmark 10-year deal to host the Formula 1 African Grand Prix from the early 2030s. This historic achievement brings the sport back to the continent for the first time since 1993 and poses an ambitious challenge to South Africa.

The Constitutional Court has handed the ANC a crucial victory, ordering the Electoral Commission of SA to reinstate 181 excluded councillor candidates ahead of the upcoming elections.