Farm residents forced to choose between shebeens and water
North West farm residents are struggling to survive as their landowner restricts access to water, firewood and informal income sources. They’ve turned to the SAHRC to defend basic rights and livelihoods.
Municipal officials sacked after R7m fuel card fraud probe
A forensic investigation into fuel spending at the Maquassi Hills Local Municipality uncovered more than R7 million in fuel transactions, leading to the dismissal of several officials and recommendations for further investigations.
WATCH | Speed-dating for polygamists and the women who are changing the rules
After initially refusing to be a part of a polygamous relationship three times, Khothatso Hlophe, also known as uGogo We’Sthembu, and her husband, Mzwandile, have turned their personal struggle into a mission to reinvent polygamous relationships in SA.
‘I’m rewriting polygamy’ – Khothatso Hlophe is on a mission to transform isithembu
Gauteng-based polygamy counsellor challenges failing modern isithembu, promoting intentional polygamous unions while sparking debate on reform and traditional values.
Ekurhuleni investigates appointment of ‘ghost worker’, refuses to pay her for two months
A woman who was allegedly irregularly appointed is battling to get paid for two months of work, and the municipality is probing exactly who is responsible for hiring her.
Acting police chief removed after eight days as Ekurhuleni faces court challenge
Ekurhuleni withdraws acting police chief’s appointment after eight days amid union objections over legality, qualifications and compliance with municipal regulations.
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The country’s new gun bill sparks outrage for disarming citizens while state-controlled firearms keep entering South Africa’s criminal underworld.
Acting police chief removed after eight days as Ekurhuleni faces court challenge
Ekurhuleni withdraws acting police chief’s appointment after eight days amid union objections over legality, qualifications and compliance with municipal regulations.
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The country’s new gun bill sparks outrage for disarming citizens while state-controlled firearms keep entering South Africa’s criminal underworld.
From festive celebration to the Januworry pawn shop boom
After the festive cheer fades, South Africans flock to pawn shops such as Cash Crusaders and Cash Converters to balance January budgets.









