South Africa heading for social unrest
South Africa needs to reach an economic growth rate of around 3% to ensure social stability, as factors like unemployment and inequality continue building tension in the country.
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Serious accusations of military chiefs ignoring Cyril Ramaphosa’s orders
Chris Hattingh, DA spokesperson on Defence, has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to take decisive action linked to the flawed ‘Will for Peace’ process.
News24 | EU investigates Elon Musk’s X over AI Chatbot creating sexualized deepfakes of children
The EU on Monday hit Elon Musk’s X with an investigation over AI chatbot Grok’s generation of sexualised deepfake images of women and minors, in the latest step of an international backlash against the tool.
News24 | Displaced Sudanese return home despite ongoing war as 3.3 million head back
More than three million Sudanese people displaced by nearly three years of war have returned home, the United Nations migration agency said on Monday, even as heavy fighting continues to tear through parts of the country.
News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: New cellphone data rollover rules explained. Plus: Oscars 2026
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.
News24 | Kamryn Smith | I napped through Geography. Now I work in renewable energy
While elements of sustainability exist in the curriculum, they are too often taught as isolated concepts rather than as economically relevant, real-world skills, writes Kamryn Smith.
Dark clouds gather over an important 51-year-old factory which used to employ over 1,000 people
British American Tobacco will close its historic Heidelberg factory by the end of 2026 after 51 years of operation, with the facility once supporting over 1,000 jobs.
News24 | Ex-interior minister defects to Reform UK over ‘failed’ immigration policy
The latest high-profile member of the struggling main opposition Conservative Party to jump ship on Monday announced she was defecting to the anti-immigrant Reform UK party.
The oldest operating bar in a historic South African mining town where Paul Kruger frequented
For the past 132 years, the Krugersdorp Club in Gauteng’s West Rand has not only been a popular watering hole for its patrons – it has been an institution.
News24 | Man dies after Chappies crash; Batohi insists on own legal counsel: Today’s Top 7 stories
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.
News24 | Tuesday’s weather: Heatwave in 4 provinces, with severe storms in multiple regions
The South African Weather Service has warned of severe thunderstorms and extreme heat in parts of the country. It also warned of flooding, hail, and strong winds in affected areas.
Important message for landlords in South Africa
In 2026, property investors need to prioritise existing, adaptable assets, strong municipal governance and rigorous tenant risk management to protect portfolio values and achieve long-term returns.
Proposed immigration clampdown laws in South Africa cause friction within the GNU
A member of the Government of National Unity is opening up a formal coalition dispute, claiming that the draft policy regulations on immigration are “racist” and “promote white supremacy.”
News24 | US military working with Nigeria as it turns to West Africa in hunt for Islamic State
The US military is increasing materiel deliveries and intelligence sharing with Nigeria, Africom’s deputy commander told AFP, as part of a broader American push to work with African militaries to go after Islamic State-linked militants.
News24 | Temba woman held for killing neighbour’s 4-year-old while ‘testing’ gun
A 38-year-old woman has been arrested after allegedly shooting and killing her neighbour’s four-year-old child in Temba, north of Pretoria.