Truth and lies in the GNU faux pas
Here and worldwide people are feeling detached from society and lonely, so they grab onto populist political leaders and parties
South Africa
Not on our watch: DA moves to block VAT hike through legal action
In its court papers filed on Thursday, the party said the fiscal framework that will lead to the tax increase was pushed through unprocedurally
Trump announces 30% reciprocal tariffs for SA imports
The United States president said ‘some bad things’ are happening in the country
Kenny G is coming to town
He is bringing his timeless, smooth jazz and universal connections to our stages later this year
Geopolitical shifts are affecting higher education on the continent
Universities in Africa need to secure funding for students and build new research collaborations while not excluding our US partners
Budget: Finance committees approve fiscal framework at 11th hour
The agreement came thanks to a lifeline ActionSA threw the ANC
Cooperative governance allocates R1.4 billion to disaster management
The money will allow municipalities to rebuild structures damaged by floods, said Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa
Trump administration might put AU and South Africa’s G20 membership into play
Political analysts should pay more attention to the G20 Johannesburg Summit given Donald Trump’s bid to restore meritocracy and dilute diversity
Top-selling used vehicles in 2024 on AutoTrader show a shift to budget-friendly options
Changing economic pressures are reshaping South Africa’s used car landscape, as buyers look for smarter, more practical choices
Just too pricey: The VW T-Cross
The vehicle is comfortable, but in a flooded compact SUV market, is the price tag justified?
South Africa clamps down on ‘construction mafia’
More than 700 cases related to criminal gangs disrupting construction sites have been reported over the past five months
ReVolvolution as the Swedish manufacturer aims to bring more electric vehicles to SA in 2025
ReVolvolution as the Swedish manufacturer aims to bring more electric vehicles to SA in 2025
Jessica Jane Molebatsi’s ramping it up in Shanghai
The collection blends African cultural influences with the iconic French Toiles de Jouy print, creating a fusion of heritage and modern fashion
DRC foreign minister confirms ongoing talks with US on minerals
Therese Wagner said no deal had been made with the Trump administration but Kinshasa was exploring forms of cooperation
Ambassador to US: Washington can wait for pragmatic Ramaphosa
The president’s choice in selecting a new ambassador amid a historic downturn in diplomatic relations also speaks to an existential dilemma for his party
Trump nominates rightwing media critic as ambassador to SA
Brent Bozell is a long-time crusader against alleged liberal media bias and more recent Trump supporter
How much has the VW Polo Vivo changed since my bachelor days?
It certainly looks different, but VW has kept the core of the product simple since it entered the market in 2010
Towards a New Patriotism for South Africa
The New Patriotism envisioned by Mandela, based on loyalty to a state, is imperilled by economic inequality and too little contrition
Jaecoo J7 strong contender for the best Chinese compact SUV on the local market
Chinese compact SUVs have hit the sector hard but this vehicle stands above the rest
Reserve Bank holds interest rate at 7.5%
The monetary policy committee said it remains vigilant amid risks to inflation outlook on the global and domestic front
South Africa and China set new quantum communication world record
Fast and extremely secure satellite link paves the way for next-generation quantum internet
South Africa refutes US accusation of ‘sinister’ ties with Iran
The presidency said the SA-US relationship was in flux and Ramaphosa would not rush to name a new ambassador
In wake of US cuts, SA must step up to protect LGBTIQ+ rights in Africa
The suspension and withdrawal of US support for people’s rights in Africa is a setback
MPs from around the world urge Trump to revoke order on SA
The group said the US president’s decision to suspend aid to South Africa was a regressive assault on the country’s sovereignty
SA condemns Israel’s onslaught on Gaza
The deadly airstrikes were a violation of international law, the department of international relations said
MK party strife intensifies as ‘nepotism’ allegations grow louder
uMkhonto weSizwe members have accused leaders of double standards, saying Duduzile-Zuma Sambudla is being shielded from disciplinary action
Stand with South Africa against Trump’s wrath
To allow South Africa to be isolated and punished would be to surrender to the imperial logic that seeks to divide and conquer all who resist.
South Africa’s agricultural machinery sales show signs of recovery
Better operating conditions and relatively lower interest rates are essentially the supporting factors for machinery sales
SADC announces phased withdrawal of troops from eastern DRC
The Southern African grouping reiterated the need for a political and diplomatic solution to help restore ‘peace, security and tranquility’ in the conflict-torn country
Weaving culture into fashion
The craftsmanship, heritage and innovation of MaXhosa’s designs is redefining African luxury couture
The endgame to HIV/Aids
The United States’ shutdown of HIV/Aids funding may harm global Aids programmes irreparably, jeopardising millions of lives and putting HIV prevention at risk
SA’s arms exports to UAE, a state accused of violating Genocide Convention
In 2023, South Africa sold nearly R88 million worth of arms to the United Arab Emirates, to support a paramilitary group in Sudan