President Cyril Ramaphosa put a brave face on Friday to legacy foundations and opposition parties boycotting a convention to kick off a National Dialogue on how to resolve South Africa’s numerous problems, saying similar walkouts had occurred during the difficult transition to democracy. “We are embarking on a process that will launch a million conversations. […]
Critics wondered whether the convention would follow through with local ward talks and implement recommendations
Political and administrative delays, treaty complications and changes in government leadership contributed to the jump
The policy prohibits consensual sexual intimacy in court buildings and discourages romantic relationships between members of the judiciary
Modisane, who was born in Zimbabwe, has battled to have her South African citizenship recognised despite being entitled to it by descent through her grandmother
The library was partially reopened in March after a five-year closure because of the Covid-19 pandemic and structural disrepair
Investors are increasingly agreeing to African governments’ demands for local mineral beneficiation, driven by their need to secure access to the continent’s valuable resources
The commission is yet to secure premises, finalise rules and consult witnesses for the six-month inquiry into criminality and political interference in the criminal justice system
Only 3% of reform work under phase two of the economic readjustment initiative has been completed, about 27% is delayed or off track, and 53% is under way
The SANDF has denied claims that it did not offer alternative accommodation
The narrow terms of the original proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit to only look into dodgy lottery grants has hobbled the SIU, despite it having applied for an amendment to its terms 15 months ago
The parties are meeting on Wednesday for mediation before the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration
Young people consume large amounts of news, but journalists are struggling to connect with them on the platforms and through the formats they prefer
Pharmaceutical contaminants in water are a growing risk, warns the Water Research Commission
The rare plants which occur in the Northern and Western Cape, have an estimated street value of R6 million to R30 million
The destruction of wetlands affects water availability, biodiversity, climate stability and the wellbeing of all life, including people’s livelihoods
But the Democratic Alliance has said it will boycott the dialogue that will take place over nine months, calling it a waste of time and money
A formal recommendation is expected to be tabled in the National Assembly next Wednesday
The marketing agency missed key targets amid allegations of procurement irregularities and weak internal controls
National police commissioner Fannie Masemola confirmed that internal investigations were under way into allegations against the deputy commissioner for crime detection
The Think Tank 20 group submitted its policy recommendations to representatives of G20 leaders halfway into South Africa’s presidency
The Human Sciences Research Council report was released a day after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that he had placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on a leave of absence amid corruption allegations against him
Protests against the provision of services to foreigners at healthcare facilities highlights the deepening xenophobia in the country
Forensic investigator facing a R4.5m defamation suit has asked a court to force disclosure of documents related to his corruption allegations
The evidence leader in the sexual harassment tribunal suggests Mbenenge’s accuser seemed to be distancing herself via the tone of her responses to his texts
The Eastern Cape judge president denied sending nude photos and argued that text message exchanges with his accuser, Andiswa Mengo, reflected mutual interest, not harassment
Ian Cameron has again called for lifestyle and skills audits on the top ranks of the South African Police Service
The council has urged governments, institutions and churches to commit to the principles of justice under international law and ethics against Israel’s war against Palestinian
The country is working towards achieving 100% connectivity by 2029, but it needs to address computing and infrastructure problems first
The Eastern Cape judge president insisted he did nothing wrong in pursuing a romantic relationship with junior legal professional Andiswa Mengo and blamed a smear campaign for her harassment claims
KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has accused the minister of having ties to the criminal underworld
The defence focused on challenging the sexual harassment allegations, arguing Selby Mbenenge’s interactions with former court secretary Andiswa Mengo were consensual