# The V&A Waterfront in Cape Town has been recognised at the 2026 World Travel Market Africa Responsible Tourism Awards for its academy, which connects young people with entry-level jobs in tourism, hospitality and retail. Since launching in 2023, the programme has helped 315 young Capetonians find work across 46 businesses in the precinct, with […]
# FNB says South Africa has started 2026 with cautious optimism, but global tensions, including the Middle East conflict, are affecting the economic outlook. The bank states the recovery may slow down, but is not expected to stop. It added that local reforms should improve costs and strengthen the economy over time. Koketso Mano says […]
# The DA says the planned relocation of 172 mental health patients from the Talisman Foundation in Johannesburg could risk repeating the Life Esidimeni tragedy. The party’s Jack Bloom says decisions must be guided by clinical care and patient safety rather than administrative or financial pressure. Bloom has called for full oversight from the Gauteng […]
# The High Court in Durban in KwaZulu-Natal has postponed the provisional liquidation hearing of Tongaat Hulett to June after a new funding agreement was reached. The Industrial Development Corporation has increased post-commencement funding from 2.3-billion-rand to 2.5-billion-rand, extending the support period to the end of June 2026 to help sustain the company’s operations. The […]
# The City of Cape Town says its smart speed signs are proving to be an effective tool in reducing speeding on local roads. The Urban Mobility Directorate reports a 25-percent drop in vehicles exceeding the speed limit at some locations where the signs have been installed. Mayoral committee member for Urban Mobility, Rob Quintas […]
# The DA says Eskom’s system for dealing with municipal debt is failing, with debt now at about 111-billion-rand and still rising despite a National Treasury debt relief programme. The party calls for a parliamentary inquiry into the utility’s municipal distribution agency agreements, arguing the rollout has been slow, and most municipalities are not complying […]
# Tributes have been pouring in following the death of broadcaster and musician Johnny Davids, who died at the age of 49-years, today. Early reports suggest a suspected heart-related incident. Davids was known for his work in music, radio and television, including kykNET and RSG, and rose to fame after winning the 2003 singing competition […]
# The GOOD Party says while it supports holding EFF leader Julius Malema accountable for firearm case, his five-year prison sentence appears overly harsh. The party believes the rule of law must apply equally to all but warns against political overreach and performative justice. GOOD secretary-general Brett Herron says the state must act without fear […]
# The DA says Gauteng residents are living in fear as violent crime continues to rise across the province. According to the party, recent shootings and other violent incidents in several areas, including Johannesburg, Westbury, Soweto and Boksburg, reflect a breakdown in law and order. The DA’s Michael Sun says communities are being affected by […]
