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May 26, 2026, 11:06 am
South African Opposition Leader Maimane Takes Aim At Zanu-PF Over Immigration Crisis
- [New Zimbabwe] South African opposition leader Musi Maimane has taken a swipe at liberation movements across the continent, singling out ZANU PF and President Emmerson Mnangagwa for contributing to the immigration crisis in the neighbouring country.
'An African Cannot Be a Foreigner in Africa'
- [GroundUp] In St George's Cathedral on Africa Day activists called out Afrophobia, saying immigrants are fighting for the same dignity as marginalised South Africans
Misinformation is Coming for the Anti-HIV Jab. Let's Get Ahead Of It
- [Bhekisisa] A new HIV prevention injection could change the course of the epidemic -- but only if people trust it. Research shows we can pre-empt the false claims already forming around it. The window is open now.
Govt Calls Urgent Meeting on Anti-Immigrant Protests
- [SAnews.gov.za] The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Ministers will on Monday convene an urgent meeting to discuss the rising protests on immigration and illegal foreigners in the country.
Condemned - Xenophobia, Mob Rule and SA Political Leaders Fuelling Anti-Migrant Hostility
- [Daily Maverick] A statement of outrage against the weaponisation of xenophobia and the brutal and unlawful treatment of migrants, including refugees and asylum seekers.
Living With the Spectre of Hunger - - Voices of Malnutrition From SA's Impoverished Households
- [Daily Maverick] In March, the South African Human Rights Commission held an inquiry into South Africa's food systems. It heard from submissions that South Africa produces enough food to feed the nation, yet hundreds of children die from malnutrition every year, and 63.5% of South Africans are food insecure.
Ministers Rush to Crisis Hit Charlotte Maxeke Hospital
- [Scrolla] The Public Protector found that only half of the R666-million meant for urgent hospital repairs after the 2021 fire was spent. Charlotte Maxeke Hospital still faces a R1.7-billion funding gap as corruption claims and project delays continue to cripple services.
African Ambassadors Clarify Africa Day Plans Amid Rising Xenophobic Tensions
- [Daily Maverick] In response to xenophobic tensions, African ambassadors clarify they are postponing their own Africa Day celebrations for security reasons, not boycotting the main event in South Africa.
Disgraced Police Sergeant Fights for Bail After Gun Raid
- [Scrolla] Police found seven firearms, ammunition and police dockets during a raid at Fannie Nkosi's Pretoria North home in April. Nkosi faces charges linked to stolen police dockets and claims he interfered in criminal investigations to protect suspects.
Ramokgopa Rushes to Save Johannesburg From Eskom Blackout Threat
- [Scrolla] Eskom says Johannesburg and City Power owe more than R5.2-billion, with another R1.58-billion payment due on 5 June. Public Interest SA warned Johannesburg it has 14 days to produce a recovery plan or face possible court action over the power debt crisis.
Ministers Call for Calm but March and March Says June 30 Stands
- [Scrolla] March and March says the government does not take South Africans seriously and its 30 June deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave stands firm. While ministers met protest groups in Pretoria on Monday, solidarity groups picketed outside St George's Cathedral in Cape Town to defend African migrants.
South Africa Joins Efforts to Combat Ebola Outbreak
- [SAnews.gov.za] South Africa has pledged an initial $5 million contribution to support a $319 million continental preparedness and response plan, as Africa mobilises to combat its second-largest Ebola outbreak in history.
Western Cape Holds Public Consultations On Eviction Law Amendments
- [SAnews.gov.za] Communities in the Western Cape will have a chance to make their voices heard on the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land (PIE) Amendment Bill.
Brown Mogotsi Allegedly Tried to Bribe Cop After Staged Assassination Plot Unravelled
- [Daily Maverick] The State alleges that Brown Mogotsi attempted to bribe the investigating officer shortly after his arrest, as ballistic evidence suggests the vehicle at the centre of his alleged assassination attempt was stationary and unoccupied when it was shot at.
IFP Calls for Balanced Approach to African Unity and Immigration On Africa Day
- [IFP] The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) joins the continent in commemorating Africa Day, a significant occasion that celebrates African unity, honours the continent's rich cultural heritage, and reflects on the shared opportunities and challenges facing African nations.
'I Left Everything Behind Just to Survive' - a Transgender Woman's Journey Through Stigma, Survival and HIV
- [Health-e] For Tovhowani Makondo (34) from Hakhakhu Tshifume in Limpopo's Vhembe
Missing Couple Found Dead in Kruger As Hijack Fears Grow
- [Scrolla] Dina Marais, 73, and Ernst Marais, 71, disappeared during a trip to Kruger National Park before tourists found their bodies in a river. The couple's missing bakkie has still not been found, forcing police to investigate whether they were hijacked inside the park.
Good Party and Rise Mzansi Team Up to Shake Up Local Elections
- [Scrolla] Funda ngesiZuluBy Palesa Matlala
Fear Grips Ghanaians As Hundreds Flee South Africa
- [Scrolla] Hundreds of frightened Ghanaians lined up at their embassy in Pretoria to register for emergency evacuation flights back home. Ghana's High Commissioner accused protesters of xenophobia and warned that migrants are living in fear as tensions rise across South Africa.
Khayelitsha Streets Fill With Rainbow Flags for Queer Rights Pride March
- [GroundUp] This year's Khumbulani Pride honoured those killed in hate crimes, including 16-year-old Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi, murdered in December
Court Halts Solar Company From Seizing Lesotho's Assets
- [GroundUp] The Supreme Court of Appeal in South Africa has overturned a High Court ruling that allowed a German solar company to attach Lesotho state assets
Yonela Mnana - 'Music Education Should Not Be a Luxury'
- [GroundUp] The jazz pianist has built a career challenging the perception of blindness through music
Student Researchers Develop System to Help Parents Track Children's School Progress
- [Daily Maverick] The new Efunda Learning Management System could help South African parents monitor their children's academic progress, bridging the gap between home support and classroom engagement.
TRC Prosecutions and Investigations Ground to a Halt After 'Moratorium' Declared, Inquiry Hears
- [Daily Maverick] A declared 'moratorium' on prosecutions under the TRC left justice stalled as critical investigations were derailed, highlighting contentious alleged political interference.
Taxi King Ferrari Fights Back in R2.2-Million Extortion Storm
- [Scrolla] Prosecutors say taxi boss Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni and three co accused forced a mining businessman to pay protection money for nearly three years. The case collapsed in dramatic fashion after a prosecutor failed to appear in court, but the National Prosecuting Authority says the matter will return.
Mamelodi Sundowns Earn Second Star With TotalEnergies CAF Champions League Win
- [Cosafa] South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns drew 1-1 at Royal Armed Forces of Morocco on Sunday to claim the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League title 2-1 on aggregate thanks to Teboho Mokoena's thunderous strike.
Blind Soccer Coach Keeps Motherwell Teens Out of Crime
- [GroundUp] Lundi Potelwa started the Mfengu Nation sports organisation in 2024 and now coaches 50 soccer players
No South Africa, Joburg Metro Police Did Not Arrest Foreigners With Stolen Traffic Lights - Old Video Recycled to Fuel Xenophobia
- [Africa Check] No South Africa, Joburg metro police did not arrest foreigners with stolen traffic lights - old video recycled to fuel xenophobia
