aspirations vs realities a 10 year review of south africa’s progress

Aspirations vs Realities: A 10-Year Review of South Africa’s Progress

Several African governments had promised to eradicate poverty & bring progress. Public also gave them many years. However, the outcome is quite different! South Africa set some big goals for its future in 2012, but it seems they’re falling behind. The National Planning Commission (NPC) had a plan to make the country better by 2030. […]

south african farmers losses over 1 billion rand due to wildfires

South African Farmers Losses Over 1 Billion Rand Due To Wildfires

Massive fires have caused South African farmers to suffer losses exceeding 1 billion Rand in crops and livestock.  These fires, which have ravaged parts of the Northern Cape, Free State, North West, and Limpopo since mid-August, have affected over 1.2 million hectares of land.  The fires have devastated farmers, destroying grazing land and livestock, including […]

south africa's surveillance laws ‘rica vs section 205’ analysis

South Africa’s Surveillance Laws ‘RICA vs Section 205’ Analysis

The Constitutional Court declared parts of RICA unconstitutional, following a case brought by amaBhungane. After that, South Africa’s parliament is seeking feedback on a proposed bill to amend its surveillance law RICA. The bill aims to address the court’s orders, such as providing post-surveillance notifications, enhancing the independence of RICA judges, and introducing safeguards for […]

will 2023 break the record of power outages in south africa

Will 2023 Break The Record Of Power Outages In South Africa?

South Africa is dealing with a serious problem of frequent power outages, and it’s getting worse. A recent report suggests that by mid-October, the total time without electricity in 2023 could be double what it was in 2022. According to the Power Blackout Statistics report by energy analyst Pieter Jordaan, South Africans have already experienced […]

why did south africa cancel the burna boy show

Why did South Africa cancel the Burna Boy show?

Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu MFR, AKA Burna Boy, was set to perform in Johannesburg, South Africa’s biggest city, on 23 September 2023. However, South Africa canceled the Burna Boy show.  What is the reason behind the cancelation of the Burna Boy show? Has Burna Boy postponed his Johannesburg concert? When will Burna Boy perform in South […]

south africa johannesburg building fire kills 52, injures 43

South Africa: Johannesburg building fire kills 52, injures 43

A fire accident in a multi-storey building in Johannesburg, South Africa’s biggest city and the capital of Gauteng province, on Thursday morning led to the killing of at least 52 people, including a toddler. Emergency Management Services of Johannesburg said that Johannesburg building fire also injured 43 people. Robert Mulaudzi, Spokesperson of the City of […]

south africa promoting electric taxi despite energy crunch

South Africa promoting electric taxi despite energy crunch

Embracing the trend of manufacturing and deploying electric vehicles like several countries, South Africa continues experimenting with electric taxis and progressing towards green energy. A team from Stellenbosch University (SU) is examining the feasibility of running the country’s inaugural electric taxis. These vehicles can cover up to 120 km before requiring a recharge. In partnership […]

top 10 best trading apps in south africa 2023

Top 10 Best Trading Apps In South Africa 2025

South Africans are developing an interest in trading shares in the financial markets. They want to save and make more money in South Africa. There is an increased demand for trading apps in 2023. In this article, we will talk about the top 10 best trading apps in South Africa. 1. Exness Exness is one […]

South Africa Announces Vaccination Roll Out Amidst Massive Covid-19 Breakout

South Africa Announces Vaccination Roll Out Amidst Massive Covid-19 Breakout

The African population runs the risk for getting wiped out by June, if the continent doesn’t do something about getting it vaccinated sooner. There have been mixed views over consuming the various brands of COVID19 vaccine that the continent has received under the promising UN’s Covax scheme. But South Africa has made a public pledge […]

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South African Hotels introduce new Robot for helping Customers during COVID19

Since the advent of COVID 19 the world has been dealing with its problem. The world was busy trying to find a way to avoid or alleviate its suffering and social relations were strained. Society is inseparable, and there is a need for a way of communicating and contacting during life transections to transfer what […]

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Exiled Rwandan opposition Activist Killed in South Africa

South Africa say opposition activist Seif Bamporiki, a resident of SA, was killed in Cape Town on Sunday afternoon in what police say was a robbery. Bamporiki he was deported to South Africa. The killed activist Mr.AbdallahBamporiki, coordinator of the South African opposition party Rwanda National Congress was living in South Africa since his deportation. […]

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French President Emmanuel Macron calls for Covid vaccine to be sent to Africa

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for the immediate delivery of the Covid 19 vaccine in Africa as the continent faces a growing burden of disease. The death toll is higher than in the first wave, and in developing countries the situation is more difficult. Macron called on the EU and the United States to […]

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South Africa launches first phase of COVID19 vaccine

South Africa has launched the Covid-19 vaccine following the suspension of an earlier plan to use the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine. According to the Minister of Health Mr. ZweliMkhize. The first batch of Johnson & Johnson (J&J) vaccine Covid-19 arrived at Johannesburg International Airport OR Tambo International on Tuesday night. The country has received 80,000 doses of […]

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South Africa’s Education Minister faces criticism over Comments “Educated Man Won’t Rape”

South African Education Minister Angie Motshekga is facing serious criticism on Monday after she said “educated men did not commit rape.” This comment has led Angie to face criticism that could lead to her dismissal. She said educated men did not rape as the country was currently battling the scourge of violence against women. The […]

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Health Ministry Receives First Batch Of Coronavirus Vaccine In South Africa

The Health ministry in South Africa has received the first batch of the coronavirus vaccine on Monday, the health ministry will be hoping to begin vaccination as soon as possible due to the large number of coronavirus cases in the country. South Africa has been hit massively by the coronavirus pandemic especially the second wave […]

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South Africa: Zuma Fails To Appear Before Judicial Panel Yet Again

Former president of South Africa, Jacob Zuma has defied the corruption investigation by not appearing in front of the judicial panel of the country, Zuma is being investigated for corruption during his tenure as president of the country. Several corruption allegations has been leveled against Jacob Zuma by the Anti-corruption agency. On Monday Zuma, 78, […]

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Business: Sasol Profit Rises Immensely On The JSE In South Africa

Popular South African pharmaceutical company, Sasol recorded major profit on the JSE in the late hours of Friday, the total profit gained by Sasol was in the excess of over R100 shares which ranks amongst the highest profit gained by the pharmaceutical company. Sasol shut 8.92 percent higher at R164.99 an offer after it said […]