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1 day ago · A week before the State of the Nation Address (Sona), this is the state of the official opposition led by former SA president Jacob Zuma. Launched on 16 December 2023, the ­uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK ...

The latest news from South Africa, as well as expert analysis and opinions on important social justice, bussiness and environmental issues.

5 days ago · South Africa desperately needs a ceasefire as its troops appear to be trapped by the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in their two bases in the regional capital of Goma and the nearby town of Sake.

Jan 20, 2025 · The minister in charge of state security will have to step down after News24 revealed that Khumbudzo Ntshavheni is being investigated for what a judge called a “repugnant and devastating ...

Jan 10, 2025 · Dr Ridhwaan Suliman, principal researcher at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), told Daily Maverick that the Covid-19 infection rate in South Africa began to rise around ...

Dec 30, 2024 · Guns, gangs and drugs, with politics in between: this is the common criminal combination and, given what has happened in 2024, it will probably intensify in 2025, producing even more volatility in ...

Jan 1, 2025 · Economy. Our economy is slowly but steadily improving. More South Africans are finding jobs. Inflation has been falling, making essential goods more affordable for households.

Jan 19, 2025 · ANC meets to consider the future of two key provincial structures. A dig-down into the 2024 election results shows the ANC lost because of its performance in two mega-provinces: KwaZulu-Natal and ...

Nov 15, 2024 · All is not well at the SA Human Rights Commission. A weekslong Daily Maverick investigation reveals claims of political bias, racism — and a crucial report allegedly doctored to protect Jacob Zuma.