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SA’s record Class of 2026 begins final exams amid calls for systemic reform 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 13th October 2026 The Class of 2026 officially commenced the final National Senior Certificate examinations on Tuesday, with a record-breaking 962 832 candidates... →
Zuma released from hospital – reports
By: Bloomberg 13th October 2026 Former South African President Jacob Zuma was discharged from hospital after being admitted last week, eNCA reported on its website on Tuesday.... →
Joburg Water depot upgrade to strengthen service delivery
By: Natasha Odendaal 13th October 2026 The Johannesburg Water Depot upgrade in Randburg, being undertaken by the City of Johannesburg’s infrastructure implementing agency, the... →
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How to make land reform partnerships work
13th October 2026 Land restitution is far more complex than simply resettling dispossessed communities on restored land. If beneficiaries are to prosper and sustain... →
Navi Pillay’s Nobel peace prize is a vote of confidence in a global legal order under fire
12th October 2026 The awarding of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to distinguished South African jurist and international judge Navanethem “Navi” Pillay is about more... →
Thabo Mbeki’s legacy in South Africa: stronger government but a blurred line between state and party
12th October 2026 Evaluating national leaders is a difficult task. Citizens often judge presidents and prime ministers by simple measures like economic growth during... →
South Africa need not wait for corruption convictions
12th October 2026 The country has several powerful tools to prevent corruption before more damage is done. Why aren’t they being used? For many South Africans,... →
Recommendations
ActionSA 2026 Local Government Manifesto
13th October 2026 Fixing South Africa starts with fixing local government ActionSA was founded by patriotic South Africans who believe that government must work for... →
Where next for feminist foreign policy on regional multilateralism and human rights?
9th October 2026 As the liberal order faces increasing challenges, and geo-political centres of power shift, regional human rights mechanisms are essential for... →
National Development Banks: policy integration for climate
9th October 2026 National development banks (NDBs) are well placed to turn climate commitments into investment, but are governments using them? Reviewing 222 NDBs... →
The Distance Between Us – Minding the Democratic Governance Gap Beyond the Ballot
7th October 2026 Across both South Africa and Kenya, democracy appears to be facing an increasing paradox. Electoral institutions have become entrenched,... →
Statements
DA demands investigation into Tshwane’s water tanker mafia
13th October 2026 Today, the DA picketed outside the Gauteng Premier’s office to protest against the water mafia in Tshwane. We have submitted a formal request to... →
GDE spends almost R96 million on travel and related costs while schools struggle financially
13th October 2026 While Gauteng schools face severe financial pressures, the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has per written replies received, spent almost R96... →
Don’t hope for change, vote for change
13th October 2026 In just three weeks, South Africans will head to the polls in one of the most consequential — and certainly the most competitive — elections in our... →
DA wishes matric learners well ahead of final exams
13th October 2026 The DA wishes all matric learners the very best as they begin their final examinations tomorrow. This is an important milestone after years of hard... →
Press Offices
Sars hits reset on trust penalties: Trustees back in the firing line after earlier reprieve
13th October 2026 The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has resumed issuing final demand letters to trusts with outstanding income tax returns. This brings an end... →
LAC confirms that valid mutual separation agreements preclude unfair dismissal claims
13th October 2026 Can an employee who has signed a mutual separation agreement later claim unfair dismissal on the basis that the agreement was, in substance, a... →
Criminality of non-compliance: Sars and NPA team up to pursue personal liability of directors and representatives
13th October 2026 Ignoring your tax obligations is no longer just a compliance risk. It can quickly escalate to criminal charges — and the consequences may extend... →
SARS cracks down on VAT refund fraud: 14 accused in R3.99-million tax fraud investigation
12th October 2026 A coordinated law enforcement operation spanning three provinces has resulted in 14 accused appearing in court over an alleged R3.99-million VAT... →
