
South Africans increasingly want action on climate change
Awareness of climate change in South Africa rises to 61%; most see worsening conditions, with 44% saying “much worse.”
THURSDAY, 11 DECEMBER 2025, 12:00

Awareness of climate change in South Africa rises to 61%; most see worsening conditions, with 44% saying “much worse.”

The South African Police Service intercepted four more South Africans en route to fight in the Russia-Ukraine War.

Only 10% of all cases of of corruption reported over the same period resulted in convictions.

Pablo Eggs-Go-Bar became a popular gem in Johannesburg until it closed in 2020, but the restaurant owner, a famous bassist, was determined to make a comeback.

Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia released the latest crime statistics for the second quarter of 2025/26.

While the Afrikaaner-only town, Orania, frequently draws headlines, political analyst Dr Frans Cronje argues that gated residential estates are the real separatist movement.

So, inspired by Sam, I decided to write down my own list of brave acts from this year. And maybe it will nudge you to think about yours too.

Those flying between Johannesburg and Cape Town, the busiest flight route in Africa, can expect to pay at least R1,265 for a one-way ticket this December.

South Africa’s first woman judge, trailblazer Leonora van den Heever, passed away on 22 November 2025 at the age of 99.

The Western Cape High Court dismissed ICP’s urgent bid to prevent publication of an article about its UAE armoured vehicle contract.

The EFF is marching to the Constitutional Court to demand the release of the judgment on the review of Parliament’s decision to reject an Independent Panel Report on Phala Phala.

Scandal-embroiled Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has resigned from the uMkhonto we Sizwe Party, ending her time as an MP.

ActionSA is proposing a new bill to regulate political opinion polls, arguing that there is an “incestuous relationship” between parties, polling companies and media houses that influences elections.

Germany said that it would seek to persuade Donald Trump to reverse his decision to exclude South Africa from next year’s G20 summit in Florida.

Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Friday, 28 November 2025.

Thandiswa Mazwai celebrates 50 years and 30 years in music with the Sankofa Heritage Festival, blending heritage, innovation, and generational continuity

Zakes Bantwini opens up about the sounds that saved him, the genres he helped shape, and the festival experience he’s building for South Africa

South Africa’s creative sector is evolving as John Kani and Maumela Mahuwa launch academies designed to upskill performers, empower filmmakers and reshape African storytelling

The Africa Rising International Film Festival returns with a story-first programme celebrating emerging filmmakers, bold narratives, and the dynamic future of African cinema

From classrooms in Bloemfontein and Bulawayo to global exhibitions, David Tshabalala and Sindiso Nyoni turn creativity into social impact

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