35 h. ago Minister says school pit latrines will be mostly eradicated by June

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube stated that all pit latrines will be eliminated by June.

Politics

43 h. ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

65 h. ago Khunotswane residents struggle as floods worsen, plead for help

The community is calling for urgent intervention from the relevant authorities

Events

67 h. ago Tshwane Mayor warns residents to brace themselves for tariff hikes

The City of Tshwane is struggling to increase its revenue collection.

Events

3 d. ago Residents in KwaDukuza want a councillor that ensures basic services

Residents braved rainy weather to cast their votes.

Politics

3 d. ago Section27 slams govt’s failure to eradicate pit toilets in schools

Section27 has lamented provinces' failure to eradicate pit toilets in schools in the country.

Politics

5 d. ago Transport Minister asked to waive toll fees at Oribi Toll Plaza

Residents have had to use the N2 and pay toll fees to travel to town, which is R40 for cars.

Politics

5 d. ago Uitenhage residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

Politics

5 d. ago Kariega residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

Politics

5 d. ago Ratepayers oppose eThekwini’s proposed R2.8 million rebranding plan

The proposal has been met with opposition, particularly from organisations representing residents.

Economics

6 d. ago Hammanskraal residents say have no hope of getting clean water

Hammanskraal residents have endured nearly 20 years without clean drinkable water.

Politics

7 d. ago Joburg Mayor confirms no increase in prepaid electricity charges

Mayor Morero confirmed no increase in the R200 prepaid electricity charge for Joburg residents.

Politics

9 d. ago Stats SA reports drop in free basic services across municipalities

The data shows that over 15 million households received water from municipalities in South Africa

Politics

1 week ago Mixed reactions to R158,8 billion budget tabled in KZN legislature

MEC for Finance, Francois Rodgers presented the provincial budget of R158.8 billion.

Politics

1 week ago Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery

After more than five weeks in the hospital battling a severe respiratory illness, Pope Francis has returned to the Vatican—but the road to recovery is far from over. The 87-year-old pontiff, looking frail but grateful, appeared on a hospital balcony in his wheelchair to wave at the hundreds gathered below. “Thank you, everyone,” he said… Read More »Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery The post Pope Francis Returns to the Vatican After Health Scare, Faces Long Recovery first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Joburg Residents Mobilize on Human Rights Day to Address Social Challenges

Johannesburg commemorated Human Rights Day, March 21, with a series of events reflecting on past struggles and addressing current societal issues. The day marks 65 years since the Sharpeville massacre, where 69 anti-apartheid protesters were killed by police, underscoring the ongoing importance of human rights advocacy. At Constitution Hill, the annual Human Rights Festival featured… Read More »Joburg Residents Mobilize on Human Rights Day to Address Social Challenges The post Joburg Residents Mobilize on Human Rights Day to Address Social Challenges first appeared on iAfrica.

Society

1 week ago Nkowankowa residents in Limpopo protest over power and water outages

Nkowankowa township residents in Limpopo protest over power and water outages.

Politics

1 week ago Severe Flooding in eThekwini Causes R1.5 Billion in Damage, Thousands Affected

Persistent heavy rainfall in KwaZulu-Natal’s eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality has led to significant devastation, causing approximately R1.5 billion worth of damage to infrastructure and impacting nearly 6,000 residents. Mayor Cyril Xaba addressed the crisis in a service delivery briefing on Sunday, describing the recent weather conditions from 19 February to 15 March as “catastrophic.” The storms… Read More »Severe Flooding in eThekwini Causes R1.5 Billion in Damage, Thousands Affected The post Severe Flooding in eThekwini Causes R1.5 Billion in Damage, Thousands Affected first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

2 w. ago Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital on Sunday: Doctors

Francis, 88, was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14.

Science

2 w. ago France Ext residents still waiting for basic toilets after 20 years

They say there are places where three or more households share a portable toilet

Politics