Recent articles from publications based in South Africa.
The only Western Cape town where you can buy land for R100 000
The South Africanby Mary Alson·1h ago
The only Western Cape town where you can buy land for R100 000 Currently, only one Western Cape town has land listed for R100 000. The average house price in the Western Cape is R1.82 million.
'Absolute greediness': South Africans slam SASSA claims after R31 000 review
The South Africanby Nozibusiso Mazibuko·1h ago
‘Absolute greediness’: South Africans slam SASSA claims after R31 000 review A social media pile-on erupted over the R31 000 SASSA case, but one commenter turned the blame elsewhere entirely.
Here's how much the Southern Guards GC earned at LIV Golf Indianapolis
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·1h ago
Here’s how much the Southern Guards GC earned at LIV Golf Indianapolis From a South African point of view, the LIV Golf Indianapolis event proved to be a mixed bag for the Southern Guards team.
'Must work to stay alive': South Africans defend working SASSA recipients
The South Africanby Nozibusiso Mazibuko·1h ago
‘Must work to stay alive’: South Africans defend working SASSA recipients Not every comment on the SASSA repayment case blamed the beneficiary – some pointed to a harsher reality instead.
South Africa produces enough food, yet millions face hunger. Better cold storage could help change that
The Conversation Africaby Frederic Isingizwe, Research Scientist - eResearch Office, University of the Western Cape·2h ago
South Africa can produce enough food for its population, according to official statistics. But millions face hunger, partly because food is lost and wasted in the value chain.
Refinery rivalry: billion-dollar oil projects expose East Africa’s long-running regional tensions
The Conversation Africaby Brendon J. Cannon, Associate Professor, Khalifa University·2h ago
East Africa, a region that has been working to deepen economic integration for more than 25 years, has a history of disagreements about the location of energy infrastructure.
How is Nigeria’s anti-fraud unit doing? Case study asks detectives how they manage with few funds
The Conversation Africaby Oludayo Tade, Professor of Sociology (Criminology, Victimology and Security Studies), University of Ibadan·2h ago
The prevalence of fraud in both the public and private sectors in Nigeria has been widely acknowledged.
Ageing with HIV: global report highlights the need to prepare health systems
The Conversation Africaby Francesc Xavier Gomez-Olive Casas, Research Manager at MRC/Wits Agincourt Research Unit, University of the Witwatersrand·2h ago
The Lancet HIV Commission on Ageing’s 2026 report highlights how profoundly the global HIV epidemic is changing.
New Home Affairs office officially opens in Cape Town – and you’ll need to book
The South Africanby Sundeeka Mungroo·2h ago
New Home Affairs office officially opens in Cape Town – and you’ll need to book Cape Town has a new Home Affairs office, with the modern facility designed to make services more convenient and...
South Africa's next moon event has one timing detail worth knowing
The South Africanby Nicole Burger·2h ago
South Africa’s next moon event has one timing detail worth knowing Early risers across South Africa could be in for a rare sight this Friday, but where you live may determine whether you actually...
Ramaphosa says ANC deserves credit for 'ending load shedding'
The South Africanby Nokwanda Ncwane·2h ago
Ramaphosa says ANC deserves credit for ‘ending load shedding’ Ramaphosa praises ANC for ending load shedding, highlighting 460 days without power cuts while load reduction continues in some areas.
Predicted Kaizer Chiefs XI vs Richards Bay: Change of shape?
The South Africanby James Freemantle·2h ago
Predicted Kaizer Chiefs XI vs Richards Bay: Change of shape? What’s your XI looking like? Kaizer Chiefs are looking to extend their unbeaten run in the Betway Premiership this season.
Durban township to get major new shopping mall
The South Africanby Sundeeka Mungroo·2h ago
Durban township to get major new shopping mall A brand new shopping mall is coming to a Durban township next year, expected to bring new retailers, jobs and investment to the area.
No Manie, no party: Springbok squad for second NZ Test slammed
The South Africanby Bruce Douglas·3h ago
No Manie, no party: Springbok squad for second NZ Test slammed South Africans are not impressed with Manie Libbok missing out on the second ‘Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry’ Test against New Zealand on...
Need a driver's licence? Here's how long you'll need to wait
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·3h ago
Need a driver’s licence? Here’s how long you’ll need to wait The City of Cape Town has published its latest breakdown of waiting times for learner’s and driver’s licence tests at its testing...
Miss SA 2026: Meet the Top 19 finalists
The South Africanby Alicia Naidoo·3h ago
Miss SA 2026: Meet the Top 19 finalists The Miss SA Organisation has unveiled a look at the Top 19 finalists who wil be competing for the title this year.
“Bring back my money” – McKenzie gives SAFA 21 days to return VAR Millions
The South Africanby Siseko Gwegwe·3h ago
“Bring back my money” – McKenzie gives SAFA 21 days to return VAR Millions Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has ordered SAFA to return state funding provided for the implementation...
Wheels come off for illegal street racers in Mitchells Plain
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·3h ago
Wheels come off for illegal street racers in Mitchells Plain Three motorists have had their vehicles impounded after being caught participating in illegal street racing in Mitchells Plain over the...
Sports Minister: Pitso Mosimane deserves white coach salary
The South Africanby Siseko Gwegwe·3h ago
Sports Minister: Pitso Mosimane deserves white coach salary Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has demanded equal pay for Pitso Mosimane, urging SAFA to match the salary offered to former Bafana...
DA to grill Gayton McKenzie in parliament on Tuesday
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·3h ago
DA to grill Gayton McKenzie in parliament on Tuesday Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie is set to face renewed questions over the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture’s spending on its delegation to...
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