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'Macron's Summit a Rebranding of Imperialism and Exploitation'
Kim Heller|Published

'Macron's Summit a Rebranding of Imperialism and Exploitation'

Fikile Mbalula using 'politics of fear', tells NEC Ramaphosa's resignation will hurt economy

Manyane Manyane|Updated

During a critical ANC meeting, Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula cautioned that President Cyril Ramaphosa's resignation could lead to severe economic instability ...

Nuclear Hypocrisy: The NPT's Failure to Uphold Disarmament

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

The 11th Review Conference of the NPT reveals a troubling pattern of hypocrisy among nuclear powers, raising questions about the treaty's effectiveness and the future ...

Cyril Ramaphosa Buys Time as Impeachment Clock Ticks Down

Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu|Published

Explore the complex interplay between morality and legality in President Ramaphosa's handling of the Phala Phala matter, as legal challenges resurface and public ...

THE INDUS WATERS TREATY: Asymmetric Obligations, Unequal Concessions and Pakistan's Weaponisation

Dr Pradeep Kumar Saxena|Published

The Indus Waters Treaty has shaped the water-sharing dynamics between India and Pakistan since 1960. This article explores the treaty's asymmetric obligations and ...

THE MUSICAL LIVES ON: Sarafina! returns home to Soweto with more fire and rebellion

Bongani Nicholas Ngomane|Updated

Experience the revival of Sarafina! at the Gibson Kente Theatre, celebrating 50 years since the Soweto Uprising. Discover how this iconic musical resonates with ...

Exciting events in Joburg: Comedy, music and more this weekend

Karishma Dipa|Published

Enjoy a weekend filled with laughter and music in Johannesburg with a special birthday comedy show featuring top comedians at Comedy in the Park.

Gauteng health department issues urgent warning on unregulated injectable substances

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

The Gauteng Department of Health has issued an urgent warning over unregulated injectable substances used for body enhancement and sexual performance after two people ...

Hawks Lieutenant-Colonel reveals police interference in drug bust investigation | Madlanga Commission

Rapula Moatshe|Published

Hawks Lieutenant-Colonel Nkoana Sebola testified about alleged police interference during a significant cocaine bust in Aeroton, raising concerns over the integrity ...

Civil society says whistleblower protection laws 'need more teeth'

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

Civil society organisations are calling for an extension to the consultation period over the recently gazetted Protected Disclosures Bill, 2026.

How Correctional Services was charged R726 for cooking oil with market price of just R29

The Star Reporter|Published

Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services has revealed massive price inflation in a controversial food supply contract, including gravy powder billed ...

BREAKING | Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe sacked, Ramaphosa bows to DA pressure

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has been appointed acting Minister of Social Development until a permanent ...

Tributes pour in for pioneering South African artist Maria McCloy

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Artist, DJ and multi-disciplinary creative Maria McCloy has died at the age of 50 after suffering heart failure at Milpark Hospital in Johannesburg. The Gauteng ...

Who will be on Parliament's 31-member panel to reassess Phala Phala report

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza on Wednesday determined the composition of the 31-member committee in line with the Constitutional Court judgment.

Parliament’s Ethics Committee finds Minister Dean Macpherson guilty of discriminatory remarks

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Parliament’s Ethics Committee has found Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson guilty of breaching the Code of Ethical Conduct after referring ...

Watch VideoSpringboks' Asenathi Ntlabakanye must forfeit earnings following hefty doping ban

Mike Greenaway|Published

Lions and Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye's year-long doping case has ended with an unfortunate 18-month ban for the popular prop.

Young South Africans are less likely to get jobs

Nicola Mawson|Published

For every young South African with a job, roughly 2.7 were unemployed or outside the labour force in early 2026, Statistics South Africa says.

High Court interdicts Ngizwe Mchunu over ‘defamatory’ statements on Julius Malema

Wendy Dondolo|Updated

The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has issued an urgent order against Ngizwe Mchunu, prohibiting him from making defamatory statements about Julius Malema, following ...

South Africa mourns media and culture icon Maria McCloy

Sindeka Mandoyi|Updated

Maria McCloy Dies Following Heart Failure, Family Confirms

Madlanga Commission | SAPS officer Steve Phakula admits to lying about cocaine seizure testimony

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

SAPS officer Warrant Officer Steve Phakula admits to lying during his testimony at the Madlanga Commission, revealing contradictions about the handling of a significant ...