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SA’s water crisis deepens: Nearly half of wastewater systems critical
The latest Green, Blue and No Drop reports show widespread deterioration of water and sanitation infrastructure. Nearly half of wastewater systems are critical, drinking water improvements are marginal and non-revenue water losses remain high in multiple provinces, highlighting urgent need for municipal investment and reform

WEATHER: Extreme heat in the Cape, rain looms in three provinces
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

‘Lion King’ chant dispute: SA composer vs Zim comedian in court
Grammy-winning SA composer sues Zim comedian over Lion King chant dispute, sparking debate on culture, comedy, and meaning.

Birthright citizenship at the Supreme Court: What South Africa’s constitution can teach America
As the Supreme Court weighs birthright citizenship in Trump v. Barbara, KuGompo’s street violence over a Nigerian “king” reveals what both countries’ constitutions cannot resolve alone.

Fuel prices rise on Wednesday; government announces temporary relief
Petrol will rise by R3.06 a litre and diesel by up to R7.51/litre but a temporary R3/litre fuel levy relief will be in effect until 5 May

University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor placed on precautionary suspension pending disciplinary process
The council cites seriousness of allegations and risks to institutional governance after forensic investigation. The VC had alerted the council to the ‘misstep’ and sought to rectify it

Kaizer Chiefs officially introduce their Glamour Ladies team
Kaizer Chiefs Ladies have already played a match against UJ in the Gauteng Sasol League but they were officially unveiled on Tuesday.

Olifants River faces extreme warming by 2100, threatening fish and macroinvertebrates
New research projects the Olifants River in the Kruger National Park could reach daily water temperatures of 42–44°C by the end of the century under a high-emissions scenario, putting fish, macroinvertebrates and freshwater ecosystems at serious risk

Ramaphosa launches R2 trillion investment drive
After securing R1.5 trillion in investment commitments, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the new target is to attract an additional R2 trillion in investment