# The Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa has sent a letter of demand to the City of Johannesburg over the removal of traders’ storage containers at Kopanong Market in Ivory Park. The traders say the removals have disrupted their livelihoods, forcing them to store goods elsewhere or push trolleys long distances. SERI, representing 140 […]
# A new UK research shows that the ocean is darkening due to climate change, which is now threatening marine ecosystems. Less sunlight is now reaching the photic zone, affecting seaweed and phytoplankton, which are vital for marine life and carbon absorption. Pollution and altered ocean currents are among the key causes. Experts say that […]
# Residents in Boksburg have raised the alarm over the deteriorating state of their local lake on Gauteng’s East Rand. The water has reportedly turned to a rusty red, allegedly due to acid mine drainage. The Boksburg Lake now emits a foul smell, has dead fish, and discoloured water is reportedly entering homes. Speaking to the […]
# The fear of open-cast coal mining is reportedly driving landowners in Mpumalanga’s Highveld to declare private land as protected areas. The move is not purely motivated by conservation, but it seeks to help shield South Africa’s biodiverse grasslands, which are home to species like the wattled crane and oribi. According to the World Bank, […]
# Cabinet has approved the Employment Services Amendment Bill and the National Labour Migration Policy White Paper. This bill will introduce quotas on the employment of foreign nationals in sectors like agriculture, hospitality, and construction. The policy aims to boost local job access and limit undocumented employment. Labour brokers are also expected to face stricter […]
# The South African National Defence Union raised concerns over underfunding and the poor wages of troops. The world marked the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers on Thursday. SANDU’s Jeff Dubazani told the SABC that it is unacceptable that South Africa continues its participation in peacekeeping missions around the world, despite defence budget cuts […]
# The City of Tshwane’s Group Financial Services will host an outreach programme in Region 1 to help residents resolve municipal account issues and improve service delivery. This initiative forms part of the metro’s commitment to accessible and responsive customer service. The sessions will cover billing enquiries, meter readings, indigent support, property rates, and payment […]
# South African art has broken yet another record with Vladimir Tretchikoff’s 1955 portrait Lady from the Orient selling for 31.9-million-rand at a Johannesburg auction. The masterpiece captivated bidders with 89 rapid bids, making local history. Internationally, Marlene Dumas’s 1997 painting Miss January also set a new world record for a living female artist, selling for 251.6-million-rand in New […]
# The Nepal government has vowed to protect Mount Everest amid the risks presented by climate change and the growing number of climbers. Last year, eleven tonnes of rubbish and four bodies were cleared from the mountain during a clean-up drive. Nepal does not have rules on how many days climbers must spend acclimatising or […]
