Lee-Yandra Paulsen

National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza says 2026 marks 30 years since South Africa’s Constitution came into effect, celebrating the nation’s democratic achievements and progress in governance. She highlighted the Constitution’s role in promoting human rights, equality, and accountability, urging Parliament to reflect on these values during the State of the Nation Address (SONA) debate. “This year also coincides with very important dates in our history as a country. It is […]

Forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan has told Parliament’s ad hoc committee that a perjury case he opened against former State Security Agency head Arthur Fraser has stalled, with no apparent progress at Rosebank Police Station. O’Sullivan, who is testifying before the committee probing alleged political interference in the justice system, also denied claims that he assisted President Cyril Ramaphosa or his adviser, Bejani Chauke, in tracing suspects linked to the Phala […]

The Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) has called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to announce bold and affordable health reforms in his State of the Nation Address on Thursday. The organisation says urgent, practical interventions are needed to reduce healthcare costs and expand access to quality services for millions of South Africans. BHF Managing Director Dr Katlego Mothudi said government has viable options that could be implemented immediately, particularly as the […]

South Africa’s electricity tariffs are set to increase by 8.76% in the 2026/2027 financial year and by a further 8.83% in 2027/2028, following the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (NERSA) approval of R54.734 billion in additional revenue for Eskom. The increases form part of an effort to correct a regulatory asset base error identified by the utility. Mary-Joy Masetlane, a manager at the South African Independent Power Producers Association […]

The 2026 African Mining Indaba gets underway in Cape Town today, bringing together African leaders, industry stakeholders, and global investors. The conference will focus on the responsible development of the continent’s mineral resources, investment opportunities, and policy certainty. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources says the event aims to restore and strengthen investor confidence in South Africa’s mining sector. However, concerns remain about the country’s long-term mining strategy and […]

The National Youth Unemployment Movement (NYUM) has called on policymakers to balance wage increases with strategies that promote job creation and economic growth. This comes after Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, announced an increase to the national minimum wage, raising it from R28.79 to R30.23 per hour, effective from 1 March 2026. While welcoming the increase, NYUM leader Lindokuhle Yende stressed that youth unemployment remains a critical challenge. […]

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) has expanded its student accommodation capacity ahead of the 2026 academic year, adding over 5,000 new bed spaces. The expansion increases on-campus housing to more than 16,000 beds, marking one of the largest growths in student accommodation at a South African public university in recent years. UWC spokesperson Gasant Abarder said the development would make a meaningful difference for students. “The demand for […]