MTN faces court battle over alleged Taliban, Iran links

Telecomms giant MTN is facing deeper legal scrutiny in the United States over allegations involving both the Taliban in Afghanistan and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

SAMA32 returns to the North West

On 15 August 2026, the iconic Sun City Superbowl will host the 32nd edition of South Africa's premier music celebration – a "Homecoming Edition" that promises to reignite the cultural flames of a province rich with history, talent, and untapped potential.

Family calls for accountabilty and protection of whistleblowers

Lindiwe Nzuza laments the systemic failures in addressing gender-based violence (GBV), while highlighting the influence if money in cases and the urgent need to re-enforce whitsleblower protection in South Africa.

Intimate partner violence and femicide in SA: Dr Nadia Bernon weighs in

Gender-based violence (GBV) expert Dr Nadia Bernon says the rising cases of GBV have led government to officially declare GBV and femicide as a national disaster in November last year.  Numbers remain high especially in intimate partner violence as it is the primary driver of femicide.

Why GBV conversations turn defensive: Celeste Louw weighs in

Daily gender-based violence (GBV) statistics are creating conversation but also unexpected reaction on social media. SABC News speaks to TEARS Foundation’s Celeste Louw on why accountability remains hard to get a hold of. A look at how social media reveals South Africa’s struggle to confront gender…

Global creative Homies honours spirit of Youth Day through music

Global creative collective Homies has launched a campaign centred on Youth Day, using music and storytelling to highlight the ongoing power and cultural legacy of South African youth.

Professor Sisanda Nkoala speaks on AI implications on Press Freedom

Today, the world marks World Press Freedom Day. We talked to Professor Sisanda Nkoala about press freedom and the implications of AI on press freedom.  

Shudufhadzo Musida on raising awareness about female genital mutilation

In observance of the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), Shudufhadzo Musida, the former Miss South Africa and UNFPA Regional Champion, shares insights on this important day, February 6.

Legal Counsel Ashleigh Laurent on the importance of vetting school staff

Legal Counsel Ashleigh Laurent gives legal insights on  the importance of vetting school staff and legal implications of the subject.

Fak'ugesi to unlock Africa's digital creavity

Fak'ugesi African Digital Innovation Festival's creative director, Eduardo Cachucho discusses the festival and its significance.