Schools Becoming Frightening Institutions to Attend

A shocking 25 murders, 42 attempted murders, 197 rapes and 577 assaults with intention to commit grievous bodily harm were committed at schools. Between July and September, nearly 200 cases of rape were reported at educational institutions across South Africa, including daycare centres, schools, an…

In the Spotlight: Bongeziwe Mabandla

Bongeziwe Mabandla (born 1990) is a South African musician and songwriter, best known for his distinct blend of folk, soul, and contemporary African sounds. His music, sung primarily in isiXhosa, is a poignant exploration of personal and cultural themes, combining traditional Afro-folk influences w…

Deadline for Foreign Nationals in Possession of Zimbabwe & Lesotho Exemption Permits

On 1 December 2023, the former Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, announced his decision to grant an exemption to foreign nationals in possession of either a Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) or a Lesotho Exemption Permit (LEP). All ZEP and LEP holders are accordingly allowed to continu…

The Masterclass: The Science Behind Creating Hit TV Shows

In today’s Masterclass, we delve into The Science Behind Creating Hit Shows, featuring industry trailblazers The Ramaphakela Siblings—Rethabile "Retty" Ramaphakela, Katlego Ramaphakela, and Tshepo Ramaphakela, the dynamic founders of Burnt Onion Productions. Joined by Tebogo Matlwawa, Head of Scrip…

Culture Corner: From Matric to The Real World

In 2024, 882,336 students sat for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams in South Africa, including 727,121 full-time and 155,215 part-time candidates.For many young South Africans, the moment they receive their Matric results is both exhilarating and overwhelming. Matric marks the end of a ch…

Defence Department in a 'crisis of accountability and funding'

Underfunding has resulted in the South African Navy being unable to do repairs and maintenance to their combat vessels and achieving its target of hours at sea for the 2023/2024 financial year. The situation was dire and has severely compromised the Navy’s ability to “fight and win” at sea. On the …

Innovation Wednesday: First Humanoid Robot Made in South Africa

The Stellenbosch university’s department of electrical and electronic engineering has unveiled the first South African-made humanoid robot. The university is leading the way in humanoid robotics and has proved to be a significant step in the country’s capacity in humanoid robotics. The robot stands…

ConCourt Hears EFF and ATM’s Case on Phalaphala Impeachment Proceedings

The EFF and ATM were in the Constitutional Court on Tuesday to challenge parliament's decision not to hold an impeachment inquiry into President Cyril Ramaphosa for the Phala Phala farm scandal. The red berets want the court to set aside parliament’s decision in December 2022 not to adopt a Section…

In conversation with Deputy President of uMkhonto weSizwe Dr John Mandlakayise Hlophe

John Hlophe is a jurist and politician, currently serving as the Deputy President of uMkhonto weSizwe and the Leader of the Opposition in parliament. He was the Judge President of the Western Cape Division of the High Court of South Africa from May 2000 until March 2024, when he was impeached. Hlop…

SAFA Accused of Not Paying Players

The troubled South African Football Association (Safa) now stands accused of failing to pay Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana players their appearance fees estimated to be in the region of more than R6-million. The latest crisis was revealed by SA Football Players Union (Safpu) secretary general Nh…