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DA wants investigation into Tshwane’s water tankers, as it unveils new billboard 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 3rd March 2026 The Democratic Alliance on Tuesday urged the Special Investigating Unit and President Cyril Ramaphosa to extend the Rooivaal wastewater treatment... →
SACP, EFF meet to prepare for joint Conference of the Left
By: Thabi Shomolekae 3rd March 2026 The South African Communist Party and the Economic Freedom Fighters have agreed to establish a joint working group to participate in preparations... →
Govt affirms importance of preserving heritage, unveils Mandela, Tambo statues
By: Thabi Shomolekae 3rd March 2026 President Cyril Ramaphosa said in erecting former President Nelson Mandela and former African National Congress (ANC) President Oliver Reginald... →
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South Africa’s minibus taxi industry runs on social bonds – reform must accept this
3rd March 2026 South Africa’s minibus taxi industry is the backbone of the country’s public transport system. Every day, millions of commuters rely on it. In many... →
Biometric IDs are being rolled out in Africa. Study reveals the risks and pitfalls
3rd March 2026 Across Africa, governments are introducing digital systems that use individuals’ unique physical measurements to identify them. These systems... →
South Sudan has never had an election to hand over presidential power: so what are the rules of succession?
3rd March 2026 South Sudan has not held an election since it gained independence 15 years ago, and progress towards a new constitution has stalled. Election dates... →
Mozambique’s LNG renewal: opportunity amid security and secrecy risks
3rd March 2026 Improving security beyond the project site is vital, as is ensuring that gas revenues are managed responsibly and transparently. The resumption of... →
Recommendations
Briefing Paper 643 – The SANDF's Internal Deployment
3rd March 2026 In the State of the Nation Address on 12th February, President Ramaphosa announced: “To strengthen our fight against gang violence, I am deploying... →
Air Liquide invests R100m in Wits – South Africa Hydrogen Localisation Initiative
By: Tasneem Bulbulia 27th February 2026 Gas solutions provider Air Liquide South Africa, the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and nonprofit the Localisation Support Fund (LSF) on... →
Budget Speech 2026 / 2027: Tax Overview
26th February 2026 On 25 February 2026, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered his fifth Budget Speech and his second under the Government of National Unity.... →
Bowmans Budget Speech commentary
26th February 2026 According to the Chinese zodiac, we have just entered the year of the ‘Fire Horse’, which is associated with rapid change, passion and ambition.... →
Statements
Eight lives lost in another tragedy we could have prevented
3rd March 2026 The City of Johannesburg and its leadership must answer a simple but urgent question: why did it take the deaths of eight people before any action... →
eThekwini needs service delivery, not statues
3rd March 2026 During the State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Cyril Ramaphosa promised that he will hold people accountable for their failure to provide... →
PSA urges accountability after Hawks arrest senior Health officials
3rd March 2026 The Public Servants Association (PSA) noted with extreme concern that the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) has arrested senior... →
Police on declassification of IPID report and Minister’s role
3rd March 2026 The Ministry of Police notes the various articles circulating online and in the media regarding the declassification of the Independent Police... →
Press Offices
Greening the Workplace: ESG In South Africa: An actionable blueprint for a “greener horizon” for South African businesses
3rd March 2026 The escalating focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors is reshaping the landscape of business operations globally. South... →
Understanding the legal position around bonuses during protected strikes
3rd March 2026 Can employers pay bonuses to non‑strikers during a protected strike? During a protected strike, tensions rise, and difficult choices are made on... →
Accountability and reform: The Home Affairs investigation marks a turning point for South Africa’s immigration system
3rd March 2026 The release of the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) interim report on allegations of permit and visa irregularities and findings of malfeasance... →
Labour Law Amendment and Labour Relations Amendment Bills – call for comments
2nd March 2026 On 26 February 2026, the Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth MP, published by way of Government Gazette a copy of the Labour Law... →
