South Africa's residents celebrate as new directive ends unfair complex rules

The Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS) has issued a new legal directive that changes how trustees and scheme managers govern residential complexes, eliminating long-standing “undesirable estate rules” that have frustrated many residents....

South Africa: Yoco founder and CEO Katlego Maphai steps down

Founder and CEO of Yoco, Katlego Maphai, will step down from his executive role but will remain actively involved in initiatives supporting small business development. Co-founders Lungisa Matshoba and Bradley Wattrus have been appointed as...

International Identity Day 2025 – Identity is Not a Privilege – It’s a Right

Ideco calls on South African businesses to treat digital identity as a human right, not just a compliance checkbox. As the world marked International Identity Day under the theme ‘My Identity. My Umbrella’, Ideco warned that millions of Africans –...

South Africa: Surging investor confidence fuels $516.9mln property development in Cape Town

Investor confidence in the Cape Town CBD soared in 2024/25 with the total value of property development exceeding R9.031bn – up from R7.285bn recorded in 2023. Key economic sectors that drive the downtown economy – including hospitality, business...

How to become a model: a complete guide for aspiring South African talent

Wondering how to become a model for brands or editorial in South Africa? Succeeding in the industry requires dedication and knowing how to choose the right type of modelling, build your portfolio, find the right agency, understand contracts, and...

SADC Mission Raises Concern Over Low Representation of Women in Malawi’s 2025 Elections

SADC Mission Raises Concern Over Low Representation of Women in Malawi’s 2025 Elections September 18, Lilongwe, Mana: The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Electoral Observation Mission has voiced serious concern over the continued...

2026 WCQ: Why South Africa could escape FIFA’s points deduction – Lawyer, Tshabalala

Sports lawyer, Mandla Tshabalala, has said South Africa might have escaped sanctions from FIFA. The world football governing body did not include Bafana Bafana in their recent 2026 World Cup qualifiers disciplinary and ethics report. South Africa...

Coming Soon: South Africa’s AI Visa Could Redefine Border Travel. What It Means for Global Visitors

South Africa has unveiled its vision for a smarter, faster, and more secure border experience. On 18 September 2025, Minister of Home Affairs Dr. Leon Schreiber previewed the country’s upcoming Artificial Intelligence-powered Electronic Travel...

Top courses without matric in South Africa: a complete guide for learners

South African courses without matric have shaped the careers of many learners. From hands-on skills in office administration and bookkeeping to creative fields like beauty therapy and childcare, learners can find recognised programs at TVET...

South Africa’s golf majors legacy: A tale of triumph and greatness

While sides like the Springboks are lauded for the four Rugby World Cup titles, it’s worth noting that South African golfers over the years have been some of the most successful in the history of the game. South Africa has won a total of 22 men’s...

Celebrate Heritage Day in Cape Town’s Nature Reserves

‘It’s Heritage Month and we want to showcase our natural heritage in Cape Town. We are so privileged to be surrounded with the pristine natural beauty that exists in our city. This Heritage Day, we encourage residents to get outdoors and make the...

Family feud erupts over late SA  Former Deputy President David Mabuza’s R44.7 million pension with two women claiming to be his lawful spouse.

Family feud erupts over late Deputy President David Mabuza’s R44.7 million pension A legal dispute has emerged over the R44.7 million pension of the late former Deputy President David Mabuza, with two women claiming to be his lawful spouse. The...

South Africa looks to crypto tourism to boost travel sector

As South Africa looks to revive its tourism industry, a new trend is emerging: crypto tourism. With more travellers using digital currencies worldwide, South Africa has the opportunity to become a crypto-friendly destination, appealing to digital...

O’Sullivan calls out Mkhwanazi’s lawsuit as attack on whistleblowers

O’Sullivan calls out Mkhwanazi’s lawsuit as attack on whistleblowers Forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan has hit back at KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who is suing him for R5 million over alleged...

South African Court Halts Eskom’s Gas Power Plant, Signaling Shift in Energy Policy

Cape Town, South Africa, September 17, 2025 – In a pivotal ruling with far-reaching implications for South Africa’s energy future, the Supreme Court of Appeal has struck down a government permit that would have allowed state-owned utility Eskom to...

Home Affairs launches new visa system for South Africa

Minister of Home Affairs Dr Leon Schreiber today unveiled South Africa’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) at the Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s Leadership Conference. The ETA marks a major step in the Department of Home...

Massive Attack remove music from Spotify to protest against CEO Daniel Ek’s investment in AI military

Massive Attack have become the latest act – and first major-label one – to pull their catalogue from Spotify in protest at founder Daniel Ek investing €600m (£520m) in the military AI company Helsing. In June, Ek’s venture capital firm Prima...

Adding Another Governmental Seat for Africa: Amplifying Voices, Enhancing Health Outcomes

In the global health arena, Africa stands at a paradoxical crossroads. Despite bearing a disproportionate share of the burden from diseases such as AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, the continent remains severely underrepresented in the...

Two additional Election Commissioners elected ahead of 2026 elections

Tsering Dhundup DHARAMSHALA, Sept. 18: The Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile elected two seasoned Tibetan women leaders as Additional Election Commissioners ahead of the 2026 general elections on Friday during the last day of the parliamentary session....

Millions eligible for free electricity in South Africa, but most remain without access

South Africa’s energy affordability crisis has taken another spotlight after Eskom confirmed that nearly 10 million households qualify for free basic electricity (FBE) but only a fraction are receiving it. Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane...