Why do South Africa’s most powerful leaders refuse to act, even in the face of crisis? In this episode of The Readiness Report, Redi Tlhabi speaks to Corruption Watch Executive Director Lebogang Ramafoko about the Madlanga Commission, political accountability, and the failure of leadership at the highest levels of the state. They unpack why commissions of inquiry rarely lead to consequences,...

Members of the SANDF appear to believe they are above the law, which raises questions about whether President Cyril Ramaphosa has proper control of our armed forces.

Repeated electricity outages in Nelson Mandela Bay, caused by long-neglected infrastructure, are crippling businesses, disrupting water supply and threatening jobs, civil society leaders say.

What is regarded by many scientists as the Sixth Extinction’s first wave, which I described in the previous two essays in this series, was an earth-shaking event and the ecological aftershocks must have had a profound impact on the subsequent course of history.

Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.

The Department of Defence has announced a board of inquiry to investigate the participation of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s navy in the “Will for Peace 2026” naval exercise, contrary to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s directive.

A fire caused significant damage to parts of Paarl Provincial Hospital’s outpatient department on Tuesday morning, forcing the emergency evacuation of the entire facility and disrupting critical health services as recovery efforts continue.

As Soweto approaches one year of suspended Rea Vaya feeder bus services, Johannesburg MMC for Transport Kenny Kunene lays the blame on Mayor Dada Morero, stating that his ‘unilateral decision’ is costing the City millions.

Gauteng, the Free State, North West, Mpumalanga, and western KwaZulu-Natal face possible afternoon thunderstorms, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned.

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On Wednesday, 28 January, film and television professionals protested in Cape Town, accusing the state of crippling their industry. The demonstration led to a breakthrough when the trade and industry committee chair accepted their memorandum and pledged urgent intervention.