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Parly committee warns SAHRC may become a ‘toothless’ body if powers not strengthened
By: Thabi Shomolekae Updated 1 hour 57 minutes ago The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development expressed concerns that in the absence of a clear legal and... →
Two cases of hantavirus which spreads human-to-human linked to ship, South Africa says
By: Reuters Updated 2 hours 41 minutes ago South Africa has identified the Andes strain of hantavirus, which spreads human-to-human, in two people who came off a cruise ship hit by an... →
Eskom reports progress in dialogue with some municipalities struggling to settle debt
By: Schalk Burger Updated 21 minutes ago State-owned power utility Eskom says notable progress has been achieved as a result of the ongoing dialogue since March with 14 municipalities that... →
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Opinions
No water, no crops: irrigation schemes could be a powerful way for South Africa’s smallholder farmers to adapt to climate change
Updated 1 hour 14 minutes ago Across South Africa’s rural landscape, thousands of hectares of fertile land lie unused. Irrigation systems have collapsed, water no longer reaches... →
Mozambique’s economy is failing: the tough policy choices that need to be made urgently
Updated 1 hour 16 minutes ago Mozambique is not in total crisis – but it is faltering. There has been no currency crash, no hyperinflation, no bank run. But over the past decade... →
Why better access to agricultural finance is crucial for inclusive growth
5th May 2026 Many black smallholder and emerging farmers struggle to access the finance crucial for developing their businesses. The result is persistent... →
African champions chart the way on the Global Compact for Migration
5th May 2026 Seventeen African nations are pioneering global migration management, but will others follow their lead? Over 80% of people migrating in Africa... →
Recommendations
Commodity Markets Outlook, April 2026
5th May 2026 The war in the Middle East represents a historic shock to commodity markets, resulting in the largest oil supply loss on record. Assuming the most... →
Infrastructure Foundations: From Current Assets to Future Growth
5th May 2026 Infrastructure lies at the heart of development. Reliable energy systems, efficient transport networks, and robust digital connectivity are... →
Chief People Officers’ Outlook – May 2026
5th May 2026 The Chief People Officers’ Outlook – May 2026 examines how geopolitical fragmentation, economic volatility and accelerating AI adoption are... →
Decentralised renewable energy for agriculture in The Gambia
28th April 2026 Agriculture is an important pillar of The Gambia’s economy, accounting for approximately 20% to GDP, yet the sector remains constrained by... →
Statements
Treasury Letter Confirms ActionSA’s warnings on Johannesburg financial crisis and unsustainable commitments
Updated 44 minutes ago ActionSA notes the deeply concerning letter issued by the finance minister to the Executive Mayor of Johannesburg regarding serious financial... →
Residents in danger as Gauteng police officers linked to 27 rape cases since 2024
Updated 57 minutes ago Safety concerns are rising in Gauteng due to alarming reports of rape incidents involving law enforcement officers in the province. The Democratic... →
While taps sit dry, Presidency asks South Africans to wait a month longer for water crisis plan
5th May 2026 Late yesterday afternoon, the Presidency requested a 30-day extension to my PAIA request, filed on 25 March 2026. My application seeks to uncover... →
Nelson Mandela Bay municipality grinding to a halt as fuel contract expires
5th May 2026 The GOOD Party expresses its deep concern and outrage at the current state of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, which has effectively ground to... →
Press Offices
Draft capital flow management regulations: Crypto assets enter the exchange control arena
Updated 3 hours ago On 17 April 2026, National Treasury published the Draft Capital Flow Management Regulations, 2026 for public comment. These draft regulations mark... →
South Africa: Occupational health and safety meets fair dismissal obligations – A zero-tolerance policy analysis
Updated 3 hours ago In recent years, South African courts have experienced a rise in dismissal disputes linked to employers’ enforcement of zero‑tolerance alcohol and... →
The withholding tax trap: Why foreign sellers of South African property often overpay
5th May 2026 Foreign nationals disposing of immovable property in South Africa for more than R2-million, are often caught off guard when they suffer a... →
What Kieswetter leaves behind: a template for rebuilding South Africa’s public institutions
5th May 2026 On April 30, 2026, Edward Kieswetter stepped down after seven years as Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service. The headline numbers are... →
