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Politicians praise historic matric pass rate
By: Thabi Shomolekae Updated 5 hours ago President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended the matric Class of 2024 on multiple “unprecedented achievements,” that he said bear testimony to learners’... →
DA calls for significant changes in crime intelligence
By: Thabi Shomolekae Updated 18 minutes ago The Democratic Alliance (DA) said on Tuesday the country’s crime intelligence needs significant change to future crimes are anticipated, calling on... →
Congo President replaces finance minister in cabinet reshuffle
By: Bloomberg Updated 1 hour 33 minutes ago Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso replaced the nation’s finance minister in a cabinet reshuffle, after a squeeze on state finances... →
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Ghana’s new president faces tough regional security problems: why he’s well-placed to tackle them
Updated 4 hours ago John Mahama has been sworn in as Ghana’s new president. He inherits a host of security challenges by dint of the country’s position in the west... →
26-million Nigerians face acute hunger: 4 big ideas to tackle the food crisis in 2025
Updated 4 hours ago Food security in Nigeria is at a critical point and needs urgent attention. Over 26-million people out of an estimated population of 229.5-million... →
Global hardwood demand cuts deep into The Gambia’s revenue
Updated 4 hours ago Laws and policies against illicit logging exist, but sustainable solutions should also consider the many benefits of ecotourism. Illegal logging in... →
The national dialogue is neither national nor a dialogue - but it can become that – Part One
Updated 6 hours ago Why a national dialogue and what does it mean? From the first time the idea of a “national dialogue” was mentioned during President Cyril... →
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WWF SA Annual Report 2024
13th January 2025 WWF South Africa works to achieve lasting positive outcomes for people and nature in the places we work and from the priority environmental... →
Electrification with renewables: Enhancing healthcare delivery in Mozambique
13th January 2025 Mozambique faces significant health challenges, including high rates of maternal and neonatal mortality, communicable diseases and malnutrition.... →
Planning and prospects for renewable power: Central Africa
13th January 2025 This report is part of the IRENA series, Planning and Prospects for Renewable Energy, that focuses on renewable electricity generation in African... →
World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025
10th January 2025 Lower inflation and monetary easing offer relief, but trade tensions, high debt burdens, and geopolitical risks cloud the outlook Despite falling... →
Statements
AfriForum asks Minister to also announce provincial throughput percentages from Grade 10 to Grade 12
Updated 1 hour 43 minutes ago In addition to AfriForum’s comments on the alarming dropout rate of learners before they reach matric, the organisation has written to the Minister... →
President Cyril Ramaphosa commends matric class of 2024 on record achievements
Updated 3 hours ago President Cyril Ramaphosa commends the matric Class of 2024 on multiple unprecedented achievements that bear testimony to learners’ personal... →
Police arrests 16 718 suspects during nationwide Operation Shanela
Updated 3 hours ago Through its high-density operations commonly known as Operation Shanela, the South African Police Service (SAPS) arrested 16 718 suspects from the... →
ActionSA Cautiously Welcomes NSC Results Improvement, Calls for Bold Reforms to Ensure Quality Education for All
Updated 4 hours ago ActionSA cautiously welcomes the 6.9% year-on-year improvement in the NSC results, a significant increase that highlights the Class of 2024’s... →
Press Offices
Is a section 189(3) notice always required for a retrenchment to be considered fair?
Updated 1 hour 23 minutes ago In a retrenchment process, a section 189(3) notice is often regarded as the vital first step. It serves as an invitation to consult on proposed... →
When does an arbitrator have jurisdiction to entertain a claim?
13th January 2025 In the recent case of the Minister of International Relations and Corporations NO and Another v Neo Thando / Elliot Mobility (Pty) Ltd and Another,... →
New Home Affairs 2025 Immigration Service Targets positive, but decisive action will need to be taken
13th January 2025 On 25 October 2024, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) presented the 2024 Budget Review and Recommendations Report to Parliament. In the report,... →
The Rights of Gamete Donors in Artificial Fertilisation
8th January 2025 In South Africa, the legal landscape surrounding artificial fertilization and gamete donation is primarily governed by the Children’s Act 38 of... →
