By Fazlin Fransman Taliep South Africa’s democratic journey, the moral foundations of justice, and the future of liberation politics took centre stage this evening at the launch of Dr Imraan Buccus’ latest book, Promises and Peril: The South African Crisis, at Exclusive Books, V&A Waterfront. The evening opened with remarks
Housing activists say they are considering appealing a Western Cape High Court ruling ordering 161 people living at the Transnet-owned Culemborg site in Cape Town to vacate the property by 30 September, warning that any eviction must prioritise the dignity and wellbeing of affected families. The court’s decision has reignited
South African consumers have been given some relief after the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) decided to leave the repo rate unchanged at 7%, despite ongoing concerns over global inflation and geopolitical tensions. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announced on Thursday that four members voted to keep the rate unchanged,
By Odwa Bafana Mkentane The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has received numerous unsolicited submissions raising concerns about the continued participation of Ms Stefanie de Saude-Darbandi as a member of the Immigration Advisory Board (IAB). The submissions allege a potential conflict of interest and have prompted scrutiny over her role
By Odwa Bafana Mkentane Philippi police have opened an enquiry after six children, aged between six and 15, were rushed to three Cape Town hospitals following a suspected food poisoning incident linked to a two-litre flavoured cooldrink bought at a spaza shop in Ottery. In June, the City of Cape
National Treasury has defended its decision to temporarily withhold R13.5 billion in July equitable share transfers from 69 municipalities, saying the move complies with constitutional and legislative requirements. The response follows concerns raised by the Financial and Fiscal Commission (FFC), which questioned the lawfulness of the decision to suspend the
By Odwa Bafana Mkentane George police have launched a manhunt for suspects who are involved in the fatal shooting of two men in Thembalethu on Wednesday. Police spokesperson Christopher Spies says a double murder docket was opened for further police investigation. “According to reports available, on Wednesday, 22 July 2026,
The government has increased the monetary jurisdiction of the Small Claims Courts from R20,000 to R30,000, effective from 1 August 2026, in a move aimed at improving access to affordable and efficient justice. The increase is the first since 2019 and is expected to allow more South Africans to resolve
The Public Servants Association (PSA) has called on the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) to keep the repo rate unchanged when the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announces its latest decision this afternoon. The appeal comes as households continue to face mounting financial pressure from inflation and the rising cost of
VOC became the first Muslim radio station in South Africa when a special events license was granted to the station in Ramadan/January 1995. Subsequent temporary broadcast licenses were granted, permitting the station to broadcast for 24 hours.
