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Auditor general: Only 34 of 257 municipalities achieved clean audits in 2022-23
Politics
/ 27 August 2024

Auditor general: Only 34 of 257 municipalities achieved clean audits in 2022-23

Tsakani Maluleke’s latest report shows the pace of improvement in the financial management of municipalities has been slow, hurting service delivery

By Mandisa Nyathi
Should South Africa introduce a visa for countries that are currently exempt?
Thought Leader
/ 27 August 2024

Should South Africa introduce a visa for countries that are currently exempt?

The type of visa and the cost of it should be taken into consideration

By Lindani Zungu
State-owned enterprises to find new homes in line ministries
Politics
/ 26 August 2024

State-owned enterprises to find new homes in line ministries

The proclamation by President Cyril Ramaphosa is an apparent about-turn from earlier plans that would have seen state firms fall under the control of his office

By Mandisa Nyathi
Mpox declaration marks a key shift in power for Africa
Africa
/ 26 August 2024

Mpox declaration marks a key shift in power for Africa

The continent asked for more say in global health decisions after Covid. It now has that. The mpox declaration is a test of this new power

By Charles Ebikeme
AI is driving data centre growth in Africa
The Digital Afrikan
/ 26 August 2024

AI is driving data centre growth in Africa

South Africa, in particular, is witnessing remarkable growth, poised to secure a substantial share of the projected $5 billion investment in the African data centre market by 2026

By Juanita Clark
Tracking South Africa’s climate change progress
Thought Leader
/ 24 August 2024

Tracking South Africa’s climate change progress

… or lack thereof, as the country is rapidly falling behind in its climate commitments and there is not enough uptake of renewable energy

By Ozayr Patel
Data centres are catalysts for accelerating Africa’s digital growth
The Digital Afrikan
/ 22 August 2024

Data centres are catalysts for accelerating Africa’s digital growth

The global market for DCs is projected to reach $517.2bn by 2030, with Africa contributing less than 2% of the global colocation supply

By Chudi Okoye
Indian external affairs minister doubtful about a single Brics currency
Politics
/ 20 August 2024

Indian external affairs minister doubtful about a single Brics currency

Subrahmanyam Jaishankar cites policy differences, well as cost and efficiency, as stumbling blocks.

By Lunga Mzangwe
Malema to EFF defectors: “We will not beg anyone to stay, those who want to leave, must leave”
Politics
/ 20 August 2024

Malema to EFF defectors: “We will not beg anyone to stay, those who want to leave, must leave”

The Economic Freedom Fighters leader has reshuffled party roles after his deputy Floyd Shivambu went over to the MK party last week

By Mandisa Nyathi
Government says mpox is under control but cites Covid-19 pandemic in urging caution
National
/ 19 August 2024

Government says mpox is under control but cites Covid-19 pandemic in urging caution

President Cyril Ramaphosa said it was about the rapid spread of the disease across the continent, which reflected a ‘concerning shift in the epidemiological pattern’

By Umamah Bakharia
An idiot’s guide to drinking whisky — except I’m the idiot
Friday
/ 18 August 2024

An idiot’s guide to drinking whisky — except I’m the idiot

Getting to know my malts with Dr Bill — who is ‘married to Glenmorangie’

By Lesego Chepape
In sickness and in health: What can workers expect from their employer if they are too sick to work?
Business
/ 14 August 2024

In sickness and in health: What can workers expect from their employer if they are too sick to work?

CCMA finds dismissal of cancer survivor lawful

By Tania Broughton and GroundUp
South Africa’s health department urges vigilance as mpox is declared a continental public health emergency
Health
/ 14 August 2024

South Africa’s health department urges vigilance as mpox is declared a continental public health emergency

The African Centres for Disease Control said so far in 2024, 13 countries had confirmed 2 863 cases and 517 deaths from the viral disease

By Umamah Bakharia
Botswana’s ban on local citrus produce will hurt farmers and the economy
Business
/ 13 August 2024

Botswana’s ban on local citrus produce will hurt farmers and the economy

The ban on South Africa produce is contrary to international rules of trade, economists said

By Aarti Bhana
Despite heavy rains, Western Cape’s wheat crop looks promising
Thought Leader
/ 12 August 2024

Despite heavy rains, Western Cape’s wheat crop looks promising

Warmer, drier weather in the coming weeks would boost production in the Western Cape where two-thirds of South Africa’s wheat is grown.

By Wandile Sihlobo
Ombudsman pays back R12.1 million to consumers
Business
/ 11 August 2024

Ombudsman pays back R12.1 million to consumers

Shoppers have had a rough time navigating online purchasing, which is rife with ‘deceptive practices’

By Lyse Comins
Patriarchy takes centre stage in the world of jazz
Friday
/ 11 August 2024

Patriarchy takes centre stage in the world of jazz

The music sector is rife with discrimination and harassment, making it difficult for women

By Aarti Bhana
Bill mandating pay gap disclosure for state-owned enterprises should make workers happier, says expert
Business
/ 10 August 2024

Bill mandating pay gap disclosure for state-owned enterprises should make workers happier, says expert

State-owned companies will have to disclose data on their highest and lowest paid employees in an effort to solve wage disparities and be more transparent

By Anathi Madubela
Cabinet applauds conviction of Home Affairs officials in fraudulent passport scheme
Crime
/ 8 August 2024

Cabinet applauds conviction of Home Affairs officials in fraudulent passport scheme

Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber said the convictions proved that corruption could be defeated

By Mandisa Nyathi
Sisters in sustainability: The inspiring journey of Mo’s Crib
Friday
/ 8 August 2024

Sisters in sustainability: The inspiring journey of Mo’s Crib

The siblings turned a passion for eco-friendly design into decor company Mo’s Crib

By Lesego Chepape
Showdown for EFF secretary general post as supporters lobby for Mbuyiseni Ndlozi
Politics
/ 8 August 2024

Showdown for EFF secretary general post as supporters lobby for Mbuyiseni Ndlozi

Supporters are backing Ndlozi to challenge incumbent Marshall Dlamini as the battle hots up

By Mandisa Nyathi
SA’s new law a propeller for the continent, say African climate specialists
The Green Guardian
/ 6 August 2024

SA’s new law a propeller for the continent, say African climate specialists

South Africa is also playing a leading role during negotiations for climate policies, and is using its position to advance conversations for the whole of Africa

By Aarti Bhana
Will a tax on the rich solve the problem of extreme inequality in South Africa?
Opinion
/ 3 August 2024

Will a tax on the rich solve the problem of extreme inequality in South Africa?

Comprehensive reforms are required, including dismantling the neoliberal economic framework

By Thabo Motshweni
The triumph of Tshepiso Mazibuko: The essence of a generation
Friday
/ 2 August 2024

The triumph of Tshepiso Mazibuko: The essence of a generation

Thokoza-born photographer wins accolades in France by looking inward and telling the stories of South Africa’s born-frees in the townships

By Lesego Chepape
Unlock South Africa’s potential in the global video gaming industry
Opinion
/ 1 August 2024

Unlock South Africa’s potential in the global video gaming industry

The country’s revenue from the gaming industry was R7.3 billion in 2023. This can be increased by encouraging electronic sports and the development of local games as well as digital distribution platforms

By Sipho Ngwenya
GNU must reignite the culture of democracy
Opinion
/ 30 July 2024

GNU must reignite the culture of democracy

As authoritarianism entrenches itself globally, it is vital that South Africa inspires a return of accountability and participation

By Ross Harvey
A tale of two risings: Ireland and South Africa
Opinion
/ 27 July 2024

A tale of two risings: Ireland and South Africa

There are marked parallels between the two countries’ liberation wars

By Drew Forrest
EU, UK tax on imports will be a blow for African countries
Opinion
/ 27 July 2024

EU, UK tax on imports will be a blow for African countries

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism stands to negatively affect the continent

By Ozayr Patel
GNU: South Africa’s new social contract goes beyond political parties
Opinion
/ 25 July 2024

GNU: South Africa’s new social contract goes beyond political parties

Citizens have a role in building the country based on shared values and aspirations, and must hold the unity government to account

By Thabo Motshweni
Ingonyama Trust Board extends CEO Vela Mngwengwe’s contract despite MisuZulu’s objections
National
/ 24 July 2024

Ingonyama Trust Board extends CEO Vela Mngwengwe’s contract despite MisuZulu’s objections

Mngwengwe will remain in the post for another two years

By Paddy Harper
Appeal court rules against use of drones in SA recreational fishing
The Green Guardian
/ 22 July 2024

Appeal court rules against use of drones in SA recreational fishing

The ban on drones and remote-controlled boats is viewed as a win for marine conservation efforts by the environment department

By Sheree Bega
Ramaphosa’s speech to parliament listed South Africa’s old problems – but no new solutions
Thought Leader
/ 22 July 2024

Ramaphosa’s speech to parliament listed South Africa’s old problems – but no new solutions

The address should have set out how things would be done differently and better under the new government, instead of being a wish list

By Vinothan Naidoo
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