The introduction of Popia brings responsibilities, but also opportunities as South Africa becomes viewed as a country with proper data regulations
Registration of customary marriages is important for extending legal protection and rights to spouses, many of whom struggle for legal recognition
The dual threat of migrant athletes from the East African region and the emergence of Uganda sends a powerful message that Kenya needs to look beyond its core strengths moving forward
It’s been in existence since the 1500s but the Kaaps language, synonymous with Cape Town in South Africa, has never had a dictionary until now
China views Taiwan as part of its territory.
The US treasury accuses the defence force of massacres, looting, rape and torture in Tigray
Risk of next pandemic greater than ever, scientists say, but world can act
Discarded fishing gear is the main culprit
Our previously great reputation as the ‘land of Mandela’ has been tarnished by increasing state corruption and poor moral standards
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Ramaphosa has finally met with premier Mokgroro resulting in him announcing his resignation on Thursday morning
Paddy Harper isn’t the only one who’s broke: everyone from Zuma to Luthuli House, never mind the chronically unemployed, is feeling the pinch these days
Only 18 countries are using dexamethasone, while tocilizumab and sarilumab can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars a dose
Women at South African National Blood Service are driving innovation in areas well beyond merely ensuring a reliable supply of blood for transfusions
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa did not publicise the tender and gave it to the consultancy despite its bid being R346-million more than that of another company.
Viewing black women as strong and resilient does them a disservice
Blaise Compaoré has gone down in history as the man directly responsible for the assasination of Thomas Sankara. He will stand trial in the capital Ouagadougou, along with 13 other co-accused
The technology industry is crucial for rebuilding South Africa’s economy
The Court of Appeal of Kenya has upheld the High Court’s ruling that attempts to overhaul the country’s constitution violated its basic structures
Improving firearms control legislation is clearly one such needed intervention to prevent the further diversion of legal guns into the hands of criminals
Global demand for timber and a huge increase in deaths means the soaring cost of a decent burial is beyond the reach of many impoverished South Africans
Far from an election being a more risky environment, ongoing anger without an election is more dangerous
Companies falsely claimed that onsite oxygen plants could kill patients
The way business is done in the global economy is driving society apart. Corporate social responsibility programmes will not rectify the exclusion and inequalities that exist
On the 43rd anniversary of Jomo Kenyatta’s death, Kwame Otiende looks at how the wily politician managed to become a darling of the West and deal ruthlessly with opponents at home
Some 135 hectares is available to lease as part of the agricultural department’s efforts to free up more land.
The party has removed members facing charges in terms of the step-aside resolution, including Newcastle’s mayor and eThekwini former mayor
Fielding councillors charged with corruption, along with Zandile Gumede, would bring the party into disrepute.
What’s been happening on the continent this week?
Lungu’s defeat in the Zambian elections will be a constant reminder to the new government that the Zambian people have the power to vote for change
The scientific process is like a hamburger. By examining the quality of each ingredient, you can see how good the end product is. You wouldn’t want mouldy bread or wilted lettuce ruining a perfectly good meal — and similarly you don’t want bad science ruining what could otherwise be a perfectly good vaccine. We look at whether Sputnik V could make it onto the menu.
Russia’s COVID vaccine, Sputnik V, is plagued by a series of red flags and question marks surrounding its clinical trials and results. Here’s how the jab took a shortcut and created sceptics about its underlying science.