The address is a chance for the president to face the nation. Here are five things the nation is hoping for.
Composer, musician and cultural activist Neo Muyanga is a creative energy whose contribution to South Africa’s cultural life has been impressive.
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A public interest organisation argues that no one can make an informed decision about who to vote for if financial donors are anonymous.
Julius Malema could have proved his critics wrong but didn’t. Verashni Pillay lists five mistakes that have created such disgruntlement in the party.
A disaffected group of Economic Freedom Fighters says the leadership is failing the party and it won’t allow the commander-in-chief to ‘kill’ it.
The dropping of corruption charges against President Jacob Zuma will be back on the courts roll as the NPA opposes the DA’s call to review the case.
Unicef follows Rita Nota, who is staying at Bangula Primary School since the floods left her family homeless, as she attempts to continue her studies.
From Richard Linklater winning the director award to Patricia Arquette taking the supporting actress prize, Boyhood has won big at the film awards.
Nigeria’s election commission has announced a six-week delay in voting. Africa Check looks at the issues at stake in the closely contested election.