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Court Orders eThekwini to Act on Sewage Crisis After DA Victory

Court Orders eThekwini to Act on Sewage Crisis After DA Victory

A High Court ruling has ordered eThekwini Municipality to take urgent action on its sewage crisis after a DA legal challenge.

Politics

December 20, 2025

3 min read

US Senate Confirms Bozell Signals Tougher Line on SA

US Senate Confirms Bozell Signals Tougher Line on SA

Leo Brent Bozell III is confirmed as US ambassador to South Africa as Washington hardens its posture on alignment, refugees, and the ICJ dispute.

Politics

December 20, 2025

3 min read

America's Fury Over a Johannesburg Raid Could Cost South Africa Billions

America's Fury Over a Johannesburg Raid Could Cost South Africa Billions

A Johannesburg raid on a US-linked refugee facility has led to a diplomatic crisis, with Washington warning of “severe consequences” that could hit tariffs, AGOA access, and even lead to sanctions.

Global

December 19, 2025

8 min read

Tshwane Loses Bid to Ban Private Fire Services in Metro

Tshwane Loses Bid to Ban Private Fire Services in Metro

A court has thrown out Tshwane’s bid to ban private firefighting, sharpening the fight over who protects residents when municipal services fall short.

Politics

December 19, 2025

3 min read

ANC Gains Seat in Wednesday By-Elections

ANC Gains Seat in Wednesday By-Elections

The ANC picked up a council seat in Mpumalanga in Wednesday’s by-elections, but a poor showing in KwaZulu-Natal underlined the party’s continued weakness in the province ahead of the next local polls.

Politics

December 18, 2025

2 min read

Home Affairs Says Raid on US Refugee Centre "Routine", "Lawful"

Home Affairs Says Raid on US Refugee Centre "Routine", "Lawful"

Home Affairs calls the US refugee centre raid routine and lawful, but Washington demands answers as arrests of Kenyan staff and claims of interference deepen a fast-moving diplomatic row.

Politics

December 18, 2025

6 min read

IRR Backs Malatsi Move to Relax BEE Rules in ICT Sector

IRR Backs Malatsi Move to Relax BEE Rules in ICT Sector

Solly Malatsi’s directive to ease BEE requirements in ICT sector welcomed by the IRR.

Politics

December 18, 2025

3 min read

South African Raid Allegedly Targets US Refugee Facility in Johannesburg

South African Raid Allegedly Targets US Refugee Facility in Johannesburg

Authorities allegedly raided a US refugee facility in Johannesburg, detaining and later releasing several workers.

Politics

December 17, 2025

2 min read

Elon Musk Amplifies FMF-Backed Race Law Index Numbers

Elon Musk Amplifies FMF-Backed Race Law Index Numbers

Elon Musk has put South Africa’s 145 operational race laws back in the global spotlight.

Politics

December 17, 2025

4 min read

Ramaphosa Still Most Popular Politician in South Africa – Survey

Ramaphosa Still Most Popular Politician in South Africa – Survey

Cyril Ramaphosa is the most popular politician in the country, followed by Helen Zille.

Polls

December 17, 2025

2 min read

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