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Siyabonga Mthembu on Democracy, Citizenship, and Music
The Brother Moves On's frontman discusses democracy, citizenship, and music ahead of local elections and anti-corruption festival Ngeke!
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IFP Retains Ward in Nkandla, Zuma's Stronghold
IFP wins ward 14 in Nkandla, retaining control as Jacob Zuma's stronghold
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Accountant faces seven-year ban after helping unlawful investment scheme to raise R70 million
A chartered accountant has lost his bid to overturn a seven-year debarment imposed by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) after helping market an unauthorised investment scheme ...
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South Africa's Local Government Elections Yield Hung Councils, Paving Way for Coalition Talks
South Africa's local government elections have resulted in 69 out of 100 councils without an outright winner, setting the stage for coalition talks and power struggles among political par...
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DA's Chris Pappas Celebrates Victory in uMngeni Municipality
DA's Chris Pappas hails party's victory in uMngeni as proof of its ability to govern differently
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Parties cautiously optimistic as vote-counting continues in South Africa’s metros
South African political parties express cautious optimism as vote-counting continues in metropolitan municipalities
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South Africa's metros face political fragmentation after local elections
Analyst Richard Calland says fragmentation will lead to power sharing
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DA Projected to Win 79% in Ramaphosa and Malema's Joburg Home Ward
DA gains in Johannesburg, with 79.4% of the vote in Hyde Park's Ward 90, home to President Cyril Ramaphosa and EFF leader Julius Malema.
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Cape Town Data Centre Developers Respond to Objectors
Developers of planned Cape Town data centres near the airport say objectors misunderstand municipal planning law.
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Rethinking Mobility to Unlock Africa's Economic Potential
Innovative financing and alternative data can close the transport gap
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Finding Solace in Faith, Friendship, and the Ocean
A writer reflects on navigating grief and finding comfort in faith, friendship, and surfing after recent losses.
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South African Police Investigate Officer’s Remarks on Voters
SAPS probes officer for allegedly calling voters "baboons" in George, sparking outrage and concerns over racist language.