Politics

Cyril Ramaphosa warns against scapegoating migrants for economic woes

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday warned against blaming migrants for the country's economic pain, saying they should not be scapegoated for South Africa's problems. The...

Julius Malema calls for African unity and free education 

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema used his Youth Day address at the Union Buildings on Monday to call for peace across Africa,...

Close to 3k migrants repatriated in one week, Home Affairs...

South Africa has repatriated 2 745 foreign nationals in the week since President Cyril Ramaphosa pledged tougher measures against illegal immigration, Home Affairs Minister...

The US-Iran deal: A lasting peace or a temporary reprieve?

After nearly four months of intensive military, diplomatic and economic brawl in the Middle East, to the surprise of many, a deal was announced...

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s office slams misinformation on migration deaths

President Cyril Ramaphosa's office has issued a stern caution against the spread of misinformation regarding recent incidents involving foreign nationals in South Africa, saying...

Attacks on migrants hurt South Africa’s image abroad, says minister Mmamoloko...

A surge in attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa is damaging the country's global image and fuelling a backlash against businesses and artists,...

Illegal immigration is out of control

I am writing to express my concerns about illegal foreign nationals in South Africa. Illegal immigration is causing tension in numerous ways,from unregistered spaza shops...

Moegoe

Madala Hugo must come up with better tactics this time. What happened in the opening game of the 2026 Fifa World Cup against Mexico...

Gauteng’s future depends on our young voters

Over recent years, there has been a steady decline in youth participation in electoral processes. The trend is concerning because young people represent the...

A ward councillor you’ve never met is deciding your future

I have a confession to make. A few months ago, a 26-year-old who works daily on constitutional democracy, can cite chapter 7 of the...