Now inching past six months into the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and five months into the ad hoc committee to investigate allegations made by Lt General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, which has since concluded its business, one thing has become clear: there is an overlooked and dangerous class in South African politics that uses both political officials […]
The truce between the US, Israel and Iran has eased pressure on African markets. But economists warn that deep‑rooted vulnerabilities mean the rebound may be short‑lived.
Renewed infrastructure upgrades, strong demand driven for local schools and Rhodes University, and growing lifestyle and investment appeal are drawing South African property buyers to Makhanda in the Eastern Cape.
While the government celebrated R889.8 billion in pledges at the latest investment conference, much of this capital is maintenance spending that will do little to drive meaningful economic growth.
At a time when youth unemployment in South Africa sits at 41% and exceeds 90% in parts of the Vaal, a powerful, solutions-driven story is taking shape. Vaal EmpowaYouth Week 2026 (20–24 April, Sebokeng) is not another conference. It’s a live economic activation platform delivering real outcomes in real time from job placements and enterprise funding to accredited skills […]