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President Ramaphosa visits Black-owned dairy farm backed by government finance

In a landmark segment broadcast on SABC News, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a stark assessment of South Africa’s agricultural landscape, confronting the reality that Black South Africans still remain largely excluded from mainstream commercial farming and agricultural ownership. Also see: Keke Mphuti enrols in poultry farming Speaking during a site visit to a flourishing Black-owned […]

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South African motorists could face new car licence disc tax

South African motorists could face an additional charge when renewing their vehicle licence discs as the government considers a new funding mechanism for the financially strained Road Accident Fund (RAF). Also see: How to claim from Road Accident Fund According to BusinessTech, the RAF is proposing an expansion of its revenue base, including attaching a levy […]

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South Africans slam RAF’s 33% fuel levy hike proposal

South African motorists and civil society groups have expressed widespread outrage following a proposal by the Road Accident Fund (RAF) to request a massive 33% increase in the RAF fuel levy. Also see: FUEL LEVY HIKE LIKELY IN 2026 BUDGET DESPITE CHEAPER PETROL The proposed adjustment would push the levy from its current rate to […]

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Home Affairs warns disinformation about asylum seekers could fuel violence

The Department of Home Affairs has announced that it will take action against what it describes as a coordinated disinformation campaign surrounding the processing of asylum applications in South Africa. Also see: Home Affairs sets 2028 deadline to fully retire green ID books The department has also called on South Africans to verify information before […]

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WATCH: Local high school students debate social media restrictions at Moot Court Competition

A clip of a young high school learner arguing against social media restrictions in schools at the Constitutional Court is going viral, sparking an online debate about the differences between public and private schools in the country. Also see: Investing in your child’s future: A guide to education planning The clip is from the Moot […]

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WATCH: Cyclist falls into giant pothole in flooded Klerksdorp street in viral video

Shocking CCTV footage capturing a cyclist disappearing into a waterlogged trench on a street in the Klerksdorp Central Business District (CBD) has triggered widespread public outrage. Also see: KAGISO TRUST LAUNCHES PLAYBOOK TO HELP CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT Riding through what appeared to be a shallow puddle following heavy rain, the commuter suddenly plunged […]

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Ramaphosa hails 7 million trees milestone amid public backlash over living costs

President Cyril Ramaphosa has lauded the milestone of planting seven million trees across South Africa as a major triumph for environmental sustainability and green job creation. Also see: SHAUNE MOGAILA GUILTY PLEA BRINGS HOPE FOR GOMOLEMO MAVIMBELA’S FAMILY However, the announcement has met sharp resistance from citizens who feel the government’s focus is misaligned with […]

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Claims of over 3 million refugees and asylum seekers applying for SASSA relief grants divide Mzansi

Claims of over three million refugees and asylum seekers applying for South Africa’s R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant have sent social media into an uproar. Also see: DURBAN REFUGEES FEAR MORE VIOLENCE IN MARCH AND MARCH ‘CLEAN-UP’ Offered through the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), the grant provides temporary assistance to vulnerable […]

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Proposed employment bill grants recognised refugees equal work rights amid high unemployment fears

A draft legislative overhaul introduced through the Employment Services Amendment Bill has reignited intense debate across South Africa. Also see: UNEMPLOYMENT CRISIS: SAPS RECEIVES ALMOST 1M APPLICATIONS FOR 5 500 POSTS The proposed law explicitly reclassifies recognised refugees to hold equal status with South African citizens and permanent residents in the job market, granting them […]

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Shaune Mogaila guilty plea brings hope for Gomolemo Mavimbela’s family

The family of nine-year-old Gomolemo Mavimbela says they feel a sense of relief after former Sekhukhune United footballer Mokete Shaune Mogaila pleaded guilty over the fatal Tembisa crash that claimed the young girl’s life. Also see: Shaune Mogaila’s future uncertain amid ongoing court battle According to Sowetan, Shaune, 29, appeared in the Tembisa Magistrates’ Court […]

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EFF ramps up campaign trail ahead of South Africa local elections

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are accelerating their ground operations across all 257 municipalities in South Africa ahead of the upcoming local government elections. Also see: FIGHTERS REMEMBER MALEMA RECOMMENDING MKHWANAZI FOR NATIONAL POLICE COMMISSIONER As part of their overarching “Victory or Death” campaign strategy, the red berets are combining aggressive party agent training with […]

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Massive fuel price hike triggers widespread public outrage

South African motorists, commuter groups, and businesses are facing severe financial strain as official fuel price adjustments took effect on Wednesday, 7 October 2026, pushing inland petrol prices past the historical R30-per-litre mark. Also see: SOUTH AFRICANS OPPOSE RESUMED ASYLUM APPLICATIONS AFTER COURT RULING According to official statements released by the Department of Mineral and […]