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Youth symbolic subjugation under the democratic government

Academic Awam Mavimbela shares his thoughts on youth unemployment continues to proliferate, even after many years of democracy.

Daily News Opinion
Awam Mavimbela|Published

Government seeks clarity from PIC on Daybreak Foods’ financial crisis

The Department of Employment and Labour is urgently engaging with the Public Investment Corporation to address alarming financial troubles at Daybreak Foods

Business
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Chief Justice Mandisa Maya to lead panel for new IEC commissioners

Chief Justice Mandisa Maya will oversee the nomination process for three new members of the Electoral Commission of SA, as current commissioners' terms come to an end. This article explores the nomination criteria and the implications for the upcoming local government elections.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

90-day blitz: Government wants to 'crush' gender-based violence

The South African government has initiated a 90-day blitz to combat the alarming rise of gender-based violence, but is it yet another promise that goes nowhere?

News Crime and Courts
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Justice groups demand urgent reforms to protect children from sexual abuse

Justice groups are urging the South African government to reform the justice and education systems following the tragic rape of a seven-year-old girl in Matatiele, highlighting systemic failures in addressing sexual and gender-based violence.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Urgent call for Presidential intervention in 'collapsed' Ditsobotla Municipality

Sakeliga is taking legal action to compel President Cyril Ramaphosa and his cabinet to directly manage the recovery of the failing Ditsobotla Municipality, highlighting the urgent need for effective governance amidst escalating municipal decay.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Master's Offices crisis: South Africa's failed rescue plan one year later

South Africa's Master's Offices continue to face severe inefficiencies despite a year-old rescue plan, forcing estate administrators to bypass official processes while government officials claim progress. Legal practitioners warn the system faces collapse without urgent intervention.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

Demarcation board initiates public consultation for ward boundaries ahead of 2026 municipal elections

The Municipal Demarcation Board has commenced a two-month public consultation process for ward delimitation across South Africa, following the determination of councillor numbers.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

SANDF clarifies presence at Cwecwe protest: 'Border duties only, not monitoring'

The South African National Defence Force has denied deploying troops to monitor the anti-GBV march in Matatiele supporting seven-year-old rape victim Cwecwe, stating soldiers were in the area for border duties only. Multiple political parties had raised concerns about military presence at the civilian protest.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Steenhuisen says DA open to power-sharing talks with ANC amid budget dispute

DA leader John Steenhuisen outlines the party's commitment to economic recovery and calls for the ANC's cooperation in shared governance.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

DA can walk away, but the GNU will stand strong : Mbalula

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula addressed the media on the implications of the DA's potential exit from the Government of National Unity, asserting that key policies will remain intact

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Watch VideoANC pushes 'reset button' on GNU but DA remains. . . for now

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula is expected to give an update on Tuesday on the latest developments of the National Working Committee (NWC) meeting.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela and Lee Rondganger|Published

Government's 'Soviet-style' bid to reform steel tariffs won’t save ArcelorMittal SA

South Africa's government is reviewing steel import tariffs in a bid to support ArcelorMittal South Africa, which recently secured a R1. 7 billion loan to delay the shutdown of its Long Steel Business.

Business Economy
Nicola Mawson|Published

Pretoria government buildings breach safety laws, putting thousands of workers at risk

Government departments in Tshwane are violating occupational health and safety regulations by forcing over 1 000 staff to work in hazardous conditions. Multiple buildings, including the Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building and the Government Printing Works, face serious structural issues, electrical hazards, flooding, and poor ventilation. Despite formal complaints and contravention notices issued by labour authorities, management has been slow to address these life-threatening conditions.

The Star News
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Pretoria government buildings breach safety laws, putting thousands of workers at risk

Government departments in Tshwane are violating occupational health and safety regulations by forcing over 1 000 staff to work in hazardous conditions. Multiple buildings, including the Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building and the Government Printing Works, face serious structural issues, electrical hazards, flooding, and poor ventilation. Despite formal complaints and contravention notices issued by labour authorities, management has been slow to address these life-threatening conditions.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

ArcelorMittal South Africa defers long steel business wind down for six months

ArcelorMittal South Africa secures a six-month deferral for its Long Steel Business, promising job retention and urging governmental solutions to longstanding industry issues.

Business Jobs
IOL Reporter|Published

SA sends ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens stranded in Myanmar

Following a devastating earthquake in Myanmar that has left over a thousand dead, South Africa is sending its ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens stranded in the affected region.

Cape Times News
AFP and Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Ramaphosa sends aid to help SA citizens in Thailand earthquake crisis

The South African government has dispatched its ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens potentially stranded in Myanmar following a devastating earthquake that has claimed over a thousand lives.

The Star News
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

South Africa’s ambassador dispatched to aid citizens amid Myanmar earthquake crisis

The South African government has dispatched its ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens potentially stranded in Myanmar following a devastating earthquake that has claimed over a thousand lives.

News South Africa
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

ActionSA calls for rejection of Phil Craig's citizenship application

Will ActionSA succeed in blocking Phil Craig's citizenship application? The leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group faces mounting pressure.

News Politics
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Joburg Mayor Dada Morero denies paying influencers to promote his work

Joburg Mayor Dada Morero firmly denies allegations of paying influencers to promote city initiatives, urging anyone with proof to come forward.

The Star News
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Joburg Mayor Dada Morero denies paying influencers to promote his work

Joburg Mayor Dada Morero firmly denies allegations of paying influencers to promote city initiatives, urging anyone with proof to come forward.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

ANC seeks BOSA's support for budget amid ActionSA's rejection

The ANC is in a tight spot as it seeks support for the 2025/26 national budget from BOSA, which has outlined specific conditions for its endorsement. Will these negotiations lead to a breakthrough?

News Politics
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Cannabis industry in South Africa celebrates the lifting of the ban by the Presidency

The Presidency's repeal of the cannabis ban marks a significant turning point for South Africa's cannabis industry, paving the way for new opportunities and clearer regulations.

News South Africa
Xolile Mtembu|Published

R12. 5bn in unpaid supplier invoices crippling small businesses as EC government leads debt crisis

Provincial governments are failing to pay R12. 46 billion in supplier invoices, with Eastern Cape responsible for nearly a third of this debt, according to National Treasury. This payment crisis is forcing small businesses to take out loans to survive, with many SMEs eventually shutting down due to cash flow problems caused by government non-payment.

The Star News
Loyiso Sidimba|Published