Bruce Wilson’s experience reflects that of other state patients. Ambulances were in short supply, wards were overcrowded, linen and patients’ clothing was dirty
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Research shows that 38% of South African journalists make use of artificial intelligence tools
A deputy commissioner will investigate claims that wealthy prisoners are buying themselves preferential treatment in jail
The African Centre for Biodiversity says it is ‘vindicated’ by the landmark ruling from the supreme court of appeal after a nearly decade-long battle
Investors who lost their life savings in the scheme fear that former Global & Local director Michael Haldane will not return to South Africa to face charges
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The account on X provides a sobering and raw portrayal of the city’s rapid deterioration
The governor of the central bank mulls targets as inflation drops
Businessmen Thoshan Panday and Rajivee Soni allegedly pay their way out of their prison cells
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The province is ‘not doing the right things’ to rescue itself from running out of water, Pemmy Majodina told parliament’s portfolio committee on water and sanitation
The 2024 Ibrahim Index of African Governance report ranks South Africa and Mauritius in the top two in the business and labour environment
The minister stressed the need for collaboration between government and business to improve infrastructure and boost tourism
The unit told parliament how municipal land was ceded to private developers, who sold it on for a profit
The presidency has also indicated that it will oppose the application by Jacob Zuma’s party
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This is the lowest reading for inflation in South Africa since April 2021
The minister also wants to secure capital inflow for Transnet
The minister said that accelerating renewable energy is the country’s path to energy sovereignty and fighting climate change
The state says the matter is ready to be transferred to the high court
The provincial government leader allegedly received R185 000 from the spoils of the tender
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Between Sunday and Tuesday, parts of KZN, including eThekwini, are expected to experience disruptive rainfall, hail, damaging winds and floods
Gender-based violence and kidnapping are becoming increasingly prevalent, according to a new survey
But jobs are scarce in this small Cederberg mission town
There are 2.2-million firearms owned by 502 state institutions in South Africa
Maintaining infrastructure, fixing leaks and better information sharing are the first crucial steps to fixing the mess
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The president said any suggestion that South Africa would pull rank in the process was misplaced
Sizani was appointed to lead the embattled SEO in February
One in four children in poor households are hungry and stunted
The respected appellate court judge has a plan to create an atmosphere of trust and transparency in the division
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The president’s concerns include that the Bill is not compatible with South Africa’s obligations under international copyright conventions
After catastrophic floods, minister Nomakhosazana Meth introduced a mysterious investor to the farm without any due diligence
The litigation was part of a fightback campaign by the National Lotteries Commission’s previous board and management
The commission selected an outsider over five local candidates to steady a division long headed by John Hlophe
The global community cannot remain indifferent to the violation of international law, Dirco said