Zanele Dube
Zanele Dube specializes in uncovering public sector misconduct, fraud investigations, and governance-related issues.
Articles by this author
Manhunt Ends: Accused Family Killer Captured in South Africa After UK Murders
Suspect held in South Africa pending firearm trial before UK extradition
Deported Migrants Keep Slipping Back; Border Gaps Cost South Africa Millions
Weak border defenses fuel repeated unauthorized re-entry despite mass deportations
South Africa's Economy Poised for Modest Turnaround After Years of Stagnation
Infrastructure gains and governance reforms signal tentative recovery, though investor confidence hinges on institutional reform.
Soldiers Challenge 21-Day Quarantine Order After Congo Peacekeeping Mission
Military personnel challenge isolation order after returning from Congo peacekeeping deployment
ANC Finance Official Faces Court Challenge Over Misconduct Allegations in Tshwane
Residents question integrity of municipal finances as court weighs accountability for undisclosed interests
Decades of Empowerment Policy Leave South African Workers' Wages Stalled
Narrow gains for black middle class mask stagnation for majority of workers
African Leaders Push for United Front on Migration Crisis
South African and Congolese leaders seek continental approach to migration pressures
South Africa's Top Court Clears Path for Landmark Bank Rigging Case
Narrowed case against six banks advances after Constitutional Court ruling
South Africans March in Thousands, Demanding Action on Crime and Jobs
Peaceful nationwide demonstrations reflect public frustration with crime, joblessness and failing services.
South Africa Builds Emergency Fuel Reserves to Shield Against Supply Shocks
Government moves to shield economy from fuel supply shocks through strategic reserves
Residents Revive Water Crisis Fears as Data Centres Loom Over Cape Town
Community groups demand transparency on water and power needs before data centre approval.
South Africa Faces Critical Winter Energy Crunch as Aging Power Plants Strain Grid
Eskom confronts winter pressure as coal infrastructure vulnerabilities threaten grid stability
Border Control Tensions Escalate as South Africa Grapples with Migration Backlash
Public frustration over undocumented migration reshapes South Africa's political landscape.
Small Firms Buckle Under Weight of South Africa's Job Losses
Economic pressures from job losses create cash-flow crises for small business operators
Corporate Failures in South Africa Hit Five-Year High as SMEs Struggle with Debt
Economic pressures intensify as insolvency projections reach five-year peak levels.
Court Halts Delay Tactics in Zuma-Thales Corruption Case After 20 Years
Judge orders trial to proceed despite two decades of legal obstruction tactics.
Global Oil Turbulence Pushes South African Fuel Costs Higher, Minister Warns
Domestic fuel prices remain vulnerable to international petroleum market swings.
Southern Africa Eyes Major Infrastructure Overhaul to Unlock Regional Growth
Regional leaders prioritize coordinated infrastructure investment to boost competitiveness
Luxury Safari Operators Report Surge in Global Bookings Across Europe, US, Middle East
Premium wildlife operators experience strong international demand across multiple regions.
Broadband Giants Accelerate Network Rollout Across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban
Major providers expand fibre infrastructure in South Africa's primary urban centers
Police Chief Defends Security Strategy Amid Growing Opposition Backlash
Competing visions for crime prevention strategy divide government, opposition, and civil society
South Africa's Small Retailers Face Perfect Storm of Inflation and Slumping Sales
Retailers and hospitality businesses struggle as operational costs surge amid weak consumer spending.
South Africa's Largest Cities Face Service Crisis as Coalition Governments Deadlock
Coalition gridlock undermines municipal service delivery across major South African cities.
South Africa's Currency Faces Fresh Headwinds From International Economic Shifts
Emerging market currencies face mounting pressure from global economic uncertainty and commodity volatility.
South Africa's Youth Jobs Crisis Demands Radical Policy Overhaul, Experts Declare
Economists and business leaders unite on urgent need for faster implementation of youth employment solutions.
South Africa Courts European Capital for Tech Connectivity Expansion
Government pursues foreign investment in digital infrastructure and telecommunications expansion.
South Africa Faces Perfect Storm of Inflation as Households Struggle with Soaring Costs
Economic pressures from energy and food costs threaten consumer spending capacity
South African Currency Gains Ground as Global Oil Markets Cool and Geopolitical Risks Subs
Rand strengthens as oil prices decline and Middle East tensions ease.