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Cape Town hosts Africa's biggest green hydrogen gathering as continent races to commercial
African governments and investors gather to move green hydrogen from planning to real-world projects.
African exporters secure breathing room as US trade program extended to 2028
Textile and manufacturing workers in sub-Saharan Africa gain temporary reprieve from trade uncertainty.
Criminals Now Run Justice System, Warns Global Crime Watchdog at SA Inquiry
Organised crime networks have systematically infiltrated South Africa's police, prosecutors and justice institutions.
Can South Africa's Next Municipal Leaders Actually Deliver on Promises?
Voters face a harder question: will new leaders actually fix broken services and deliver competent governance?
South Africa's 7.3 Million Women Face Violence: New National Push Targets Crisis
Permanent statutory body launches to coordinate response to endemic violence against women
Extreme Weather Looms as Powerful El Niño Builds Across Southern Africa
Communities brace for uncertain but potentially severe weather disruptions this summer.
Eastern Cape residents face nation's deadliest violence crisis; murder and rape rates surg
Residents in Eastern Cape endure the nation's highest rates of lethal and sexual violence.
Families flee South Africa's violence; experts warn regional instability feeds migration c
Governance collapse in Zimbabwe and regional inaction drive mass displacement across southern Africa.
Court Blocks Shell's Oil Plans; Coastal Fishers Win Fight for Wild Coast Waters
Coastal communities secure permanent protection for Wild Coast waters after court rejects oil exploration
Crumbling City Systems Leave South Africans Parched; Ramaphosa Points to Municipal Breakdo
Structural failures in municipal governance leave residents without reliable water access.
Ramaphosa faces Parliament on water crisis, migration, and illegal mining
President to address Parliament on water shortages, migration, and mining threats to communities
South African hockey players fight back from deficit to claim first classification win
Women secure first classification win; men held to draw in final seconds
Teenage Rugby Stars, Professional Pressures: Inside SA's High-Stakes School Game
Commercialization and elite coaching reshape South African schoolboy rugby while raising concerns about child athletes.
South Africa's Currency Hangs on a Single Technical Level as Traders Hold Their Breath
Traders watch a single technical level as global policy shifts ripple through South Africa's currency markets.
Coastal Communities Win Fight to Protect South Africa's Ocean from Oil Industry
Communities secure legal protection for Eastern Cape fishing grounds and livelihoods
South Africa braces as trade turbulence ripples through jobs and household budgets
Geopolitical shocks ripple through supply chains, squeezing household finances and business cash flow.
Workers in South Africa's mines fight back against safety failures with hands-on action
Regulatory shift demands proof of safety competence, not just documentation
Poet's Words Echo Regional Hope as SADC Leaders Gather in Durban
Regional leaders gather to bridge the gap between promises and tangible change for ordinary people
South Africa's Cricket Hopes Hinge on Winning Streak Before 2027 Final
South Africa faces demanding schedule with home advantage in World Test Championship race
Housing Crisis Gets New Weapon: UN Office Opens to Speed Up Settlements
New UN office aims to accelerate housing delivery and informal settlement upgrades across South Africa
Poorest South Africans Turn Away From ANC, New Poll Shows
Support collapses in townships and poorest households, the party's traditional strongholds.
Johannesburg Families Face Crisis as 28,000 Jobs Vanish in Three Months
Unemployment surge leaves hundreds of thousands of residents and households facing economic hardship.
South Africa's Economy Splits: Markets Boom While Real Growth Stalls
Financial markets thrive while businesses hold back on real investment due to governance concerns
ANC Support Hits 34 Percent; Millions of Voters Abandon Party Once Seen as Inevitable
South African voters abandon ruling party amid service failures and governance crises.
Detective's Death Reopens Questions About South Africa's Elite Forces
Family and colleagues believe detective was killed for investigating sensitive military case
DA candidates vow to fix water, billing, and finances in three major cities
Three DA candidates pitch private partnerships and transparent governance to fix struggling municipal services.
Chinese automaker scraps South Africa factory plans over tariff barriers
Investment decision highlights tariff gaps deterring major automakers from local manufacturing
Why Young Voters Think Their Voice Doesn't Matter: Five Beliefs Holding Back a Generation
Persistent myths about voting power discourage South African youth from registering and participating in elections.
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Returns to South Africa After 30 Years, Opening Doors for New Fan
South African rugby franchises gain rare opportunity to develop emerging talent through extended tour format.
Factory jobs vanish as South Africa's manufacturing collapse deepens
Workers and communities face uncertain futures as manufacturing shrinks
South Africa Seeks Chinese Funding to Overhaul Power Crisis by 2039
South Africa pursues Chinese investment to rebuild its energy infrastructure and manufacturing base.
How one woman's 1901 degree sparked a century of South African activism
Women's leadership legacy shapes South Africa's ongoing democratic journey.
High Commissioner's Gupta Connection Sparks Outcry as Government Stays Silent
Diplomat's ties to Gupta associates trigger calls for transparency and accountability.
Undersea Cable Failures Leave South Africa's Businesses Scrambling for Internet Access
Repair readiness and inland networks determine whether nations survive cable outages.
Former ANC Member Rejoins PAC, Named Johannesburg Mayoral Candidate
Political veteran returns to party after two decades to lead Johannesburg campaign
Court Halts Minister's Bid to Disband Arts Council; 11 Members Reinstated
Interim court order restores governance structure after minister's dissolution attempt fails legal scrutiny.
U.S. AIDS Relief Chief's Rio Presentation Derailed by Wildly Inaccurate AI Map
Technology failure undermines U.S. health official's Rio conference presentation on AIDS relief
South African church leaders take concerns directly to President Ramaphosa
Religious leaders present migration and governance concerns to South Africa's top official
South Africa Rejects Continental Pressure Over Foreign National Protection
South African delegation defends migration policy against continental criticism at Pan-African Parliament.
Silent epidemic: why South Africans are unknowingly carrying hepatitis
Undiagnosed infections threaten hundreds of thousands of South Africans with liver disease.
Africa's Infrastructure Dreams Stall as Execution Falters Across Continent
Weak project management capacity undermines Africa's infrastructure potential despite abundant financing.
Young Africans' optimism surges while South Africa's youth remain skeptical
Across the continent, young people's confidence in their futures is climbing, but South Africa's youth remain deeply skeptical.
Court Orders Birth Registration for Children of Undocumented Parents Across South Africa
Vulnerable families gain legal recognition as court strikes down barriers to birth registration.
Cape Town Host Returns for Ninth Season as VIA Launches Five New Local Shows
VIA expands local programming with five new seasons exploring South African life transitions and personal growth.
Street Kid Turned Businessman Now at Center of South Africa Police Corruption Case
From township streets to alleged police corruption, a man's rise raises questions about institutional oversight.
Artists and Cultural Voices Get Week to Shape South Africa's Top Creative Honors
South Africa's creative sector has one week to nominate artists and cultural practitioners for national recognition.
Cross-Border Trade Talks Could Transform Jobs for Southern African Workers
Governments and businesses seek to reduce trade barriers that affect manufacturing employment.
South Africans Reject Rising Bills for Crumbling Services
Residents demand accountability as government mismanagement drains public services
South Africa's Democracy Watchdogs Meet to Bridge Gap for Forgotten Communities
Watchdog agencies prepare to expand services to underserved South African communities
Samsung Invests R280 Million in South African Youth Skills and Jobs Programs
Company commits R280 million to training and employment pathways for young South Africans in tech and trades.
Landlocked farmers, factory workers see life change through China-Africa development push
Communities in landlocked regions and industrial zones experience economic shifts through bilateral cooperation.
Soccer Defender Escapes Gunfire in Johannesburg Mistaken Identity Attack
Professional athlete and family survive daylight shooting in Johannesburg suburb
Millions of South Africans abandon retirement plans to survive today's bills
Workers sacrifice long-term security as immediate survival costs consume household budgets
Rand Weakens as Global Investors Scale Back Rate Hike Expectations
South African currency faces pressure as investors reassess U.S. monetary policy outlook
Small businesses in South Africa gain access to AI and cloud tools once reserved for large
Tech giants invest in cloud and AI infrastructure to reach underserved South African enterprises and communities.
Parents Fear for Kids as Violence Grips Gauteng Classrooms; 4,600 Incidents in 5 Years
Families weigh safety risks as violence disrupts learning across the province
Gunfire Erupts in Johannesburg Settlement; 12 Killed, 9 Wounded in Coordinated Attack
Residents of Jumpers settlement grapple with aftermath of coordinated mass shooting
South Africa's Safari Tourism Surges Following Viral Lion Pride Encounter
Viral wildlife footage drives unprecedented demand for African safari experiences.
Fraud Alert: South Africa's Economic Crisis Fuels Risky Investment Surge
Inexperienced investors increasingly vulnerable to fraud amid economic pressures