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S African men lured into fighting in Russia make their way home 
By: Thabi Shomolekae Updated 1 hour 41 minutes ago President Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Tuesday that 11 of the 17 South African men who were lured under false pretences into fighting in the... →
Investment in water prioritised as Gauteng battles water challenges, says Premier
By: Natasha Odendaal Updated 2 hours 12 minutes ago As water challenges continue to cripple South Africa’s most populous province, the Gauteng provincial government has reiterated its commitment to... →
Presidency assures NHI delay won't affect implementation timetable
By: Thabi Shomolekae Updated 3 hours ago The Presidency confirmed on Tuesday that following consultations with Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially... →
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A new focus
Updated 1 hour 8 minutes ago In Part 1 of this article, we argued that inequality in South Africa is a core structural constraint on economic growth. Despite sustained income... →
Inequality is the binding constraint to growth
Updated 1 hour 17 minutes ago Inequality is not only a moral and political issue in South Africa but a core structural constraint on economic growth. Despite significant... →
From SONA to the street: what real dialogue in South Africa looks like
Updated 6 hours ago Whether national or local, dialogue is about listening, and doesn’t work as a once-off, performative undertaking. South African President Cyril... →
Africa’s public finances are in a mess: a new book explains why and what to do
23rd February 2026 Public finance, or how governments at all levels raise and allocate money, is in evidence everywhere you look. That pothole destroying your car.... →
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WHO water, sanitation, hygiene and waste strategy 2026-2035
Updated 6 hours ago Unsafe water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) still drive at least 1.4-million preventable deaths each year, while climate shocks, outbreaks,... →
Strengthening Utility Partnerships Fostering Sustainable, Resilient, and Inclusive Sanitation in Kenya
20th February 2026 This policy brief, made possible with financing from the African Development Bank Group though its Water Development and Sanitation Department,... →
Africa Water Vision 2063 and Policy
20th February 2026 Water is Africa’s most vital strategic resource. It sustains lives, powers economies and underpins peace, stability and prosperity across the... →
The African Development Bank’s WEFE Nexus Investment Framework
20th February 2026 This Investment Framework is intended to guide the African Development Bank (AfDB or the Bank) in selecting, designing, financing, and implementing... →
Statements
PSA calls for urgent reforms amidst findings by SIU regarding widespread irregularities and fraud at Department of Home Affairs
Updated 39 minutes ago The Public Servants Association (PSA), as the Union representing the majority of employees at the Department of Home Affairs, demands the immediate... →
DA reveals Rand Water is not pumping more Vaal water, as taps remain dry, despite ministerial license
Updated 51 minutes ago The Democratic Alliance (DA) can reveal that Rand Water is not increasing its water pumping to Gauteng metros after the Department of Water and... →
President Ramaphosa welcomes return of South African men from Russian frontlines
Updated 3 hours ago President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the return of the South African men who were lured into the battle lines between Russia and Ukraine by South... →
DA Gauteng calls upon MEC Ramokgopa to declare plan to combat FMD
Updated 4 hours ago Despite more than 202 confirmed cases of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreaks and the slaughter of 128 925 cattle, the Gauteng Department of... →
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The Fair Pay Bill – A catalyst for change
Updated 2 hours 10 minutes ago South Africa may be on the brink of a major shift in how employers handle remuneration matters in recruitment. The recently introduced Fair Pay... →
Trust tax registration is a must: Sars allows no exceptions
Updated 4 hours ago The South African Revenue Service (Sars) has made it unmistakably clear: every resident trust must register for income tax and submit annual... →
Who is to blame when AI defames?
Updated 5 hours ago The rise of generative AI has also given rise to an increase in litigation based on false results which cause harm to a person's reputation.... →
AI influence on contract negotiation norms
Updated 7 hours ago Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how businesses negotiate contracts. From analysing historical agreements to identifying... →
