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Today marks 13 years since the Marikana Massacre, one of South Africa’s darkest post-apartheid tragedies, where police opened fire on striking mineworkers, killing 34 and injuring dozens more. The workers, employed by Lonmin Plc, had been on a six-week strike demanding better wages and improved working conditions when the violent crackdown occurred on August 16, 2012. Despite years […]

South Africa’s driving licence backlog has surged to approximately 540,000, with applicants now waiting up to two months to receive their cards—and delays are expected to persist well into 2026. The crisis stems from the Department of Transport’s ageing card-printing machine, which has broken down more than 160 times this year alone, costing taxpayers R12 million in repairs. A System on the Brink

Residents of Marikana are calling for the exhumation and reburial of approximately 80 unidentified bodies discovered in unmarked graves in the area. The Rustenburg Local Municipality has confirmed awareness of the graves, which came to light after a nearby mining company sought to relocate them. Discovery of the Graves The graves were uncovered last month

Residents of Marikana are demanding answers from the Rustenburg Local Municipality after the shocking discovery of approximately 80 unmarked graves last month. The graves, which were found following complaints of a foul smell in the area, have raised serious concerns about the circumstances under which the burials took place. Graves Discovered After Reports of Foul

The National E-Hailers Federation of South Africa (NEFSA) has called for the establishment of a dedicated police response unit to address escalating violence against e-hailing drivers, following the fatal shooting of a driver at Maponya Mall in Soweto last week. NEFSA spokesperson Tella Masakale condemned the attack as part of a broader pattern of intimidation

Development economist and Oxfam South Africa board chair Phelisa Nkomo has criticized the South African government for failing to meet its constitutional obligation to create an equitable society where all citizens have equal access to opportunities. Nkomo’s remarks came during a televised interview following the conclusion of the two-day National Dialogue, which aimed to foster

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has launched an investigation into Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie over alleged racial and xenophobic remarks made on social media. The probe follows multiple complaints from political parties, civil society organizations, and members of the public regarding controversial posts attributed to McKenzie. What Prompted the Investigation? SAHRC Commissioner Tshepo

The opening of the National Convention, intended to lay the groundwork for broader national dialogues, has been met with mixed reactions, as several political parties and civil society groups boycotted the event while others participated reluctantly, citing concerns over the process. The convention, spearheaded by President Rama Porsa, has faced criticism for being rushed and

South Africa’s unemployment rate has climbed to 33.2% in the second quarter of 2025, up from 32.9% in the previous quarter, according to the latest data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). While the economy added 19,000 jobs, more than 140,000 jobs were lost, pushing the total number of unemployed persons to 8.4 million. Job Market Struggles Amid Economic Slowdown The figures reveal

Frustrated residents and business owners in Ermelo, Msukaligwa Municipality are demanding urgent intervention as the area faces a severe water shortage, with some going without water for 25 days. The ongoing crisis, which has persisted for years, has led to growing calls for the municipality to be placed under administration. Businesses Struggle to Survive Local