Legal Aid South Africa employees represented by the South African Local Government Association Workers’ Union (SALAWU) will stage a two-day strike on June 17 and 18, 2024. The industrial action follows a breakdown in mediation at the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) regarding frozen vacancies, unsustainable workloads, and disputes over the mandatory retirement … Read more
Geography plays a larger role in household gas expenditure than the price of the refill itself, as regional climate variations cause consumption rates to fluctuate by as much as 300%. While the regulated price of a 9kg LPG cylinder remains relatively uniform across South Africa—costing approximately R365—the frequency of refills depends heavily on local weather … Read more
A 27-year-old Gauteng woman is seeking a full refund or vehicle replacement after her new R923,000 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 reportedly malfunctioned 37 days after purchase. The vehicle allegedly reversed while in drive during a trip to Mpumalanga. Mercedes-Benz South Africa and the financier, Absa, maintain that diagnostic procedures are required under the Consumer Protection Act … Read more
Ashwagandha has emerged as a top-selling wellness supplement across South Africa, with the local market valued at USD 9.1 million in 2024. While users report benefits for stress and sleep, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) classifies the herb as an unregistered Category D medicine. Experts warn that inconsistent dosing and potential drug … Read more
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation at 18h00 on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The Presidency has confirmed the address will outline the government’s management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in anti-foreigner protests. This follows the Cabinet’s approval of a comprehensive migration strategy, including … Read more
Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has successfully intervened in a major retrenchment dispute at retail giant Pick n Pay, preventing the immediate loss of more than 22,000 jobs. Following a six-hour negotiation session, the company agreed to pause its Section 189 restructuring process and return to collective bargaining with labor unions. How did the … Read more
Build One South Africa (BOSA) has officially introduced two high-profile candidates as part of its expanding slate for the upcoming municipal elections. The announcement, held this past Thursday on Vilakazi Street in Soweto, marks a strategic effort by the party to frame its platform around accountability, service delivery, and the restoration of public trust in … Read more
The Minister for Trade, Industry, and Competition, Parks Tau, has tested positive for Covid-19, his office announced in a recent statement. While currently in self-isolation, the Minister is reported to be in good spirits. He has urged those who have had recent contact with him to undergo testing and follow necessary precautionary measures. Impact on … Read more
The Used Car “Mileage Trap”: How Digital Transparency is Reshaping Vehicle Sales Buying a used car has always carried a degree of risk, but as the case of a Gauteng motorist’s dispute over a 2019 Toyota Corolla highlights, the stakes are rising. When a vehicle’s history is obscured—whether through odometer tampering or undisclosed accident damage—the … Read more
The introduction of advanced surveillance technology into postcolonial environments often brings more than just technical capabilities; it introduces “governance scripts” that can fundamentally reshape how a city understands safety and public policy. A new research paper co-authored by Grant Oosterwyk of the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) School of Information Technology examines this dynamic through … Read more