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ToggleJoburg Named Least Walkable City Globally
September 17, 2025
Johannesburg has been crowned the least walkable city globally in a 2025 study by Compare the Market, scoring a mere 18.38/100. Plagued by safety

R20bn Granger Bay Expansion Breaks Ground at V&A
September 17, 2025
The R20bn Granger Bay expansion at the V&A Waterfront has entered “phase zero”, with marine works, land reclamation and a new basement behind The

Ramaphosa DA Municipalities Remark Sparks Backlash
September 17, 2025
President Cyril Ramaphosa urged ANC councillors to learn from DA-run Cape Town and Stellenbosch, calling it “painful” but necessary. Cosatu and GOOD pushed back,

André de Ruyter Warning: SA Near 1989-Style Collapse
September 16, 2025
The André de Ruyter warning says South Africa risks a 1989-style collapse without urgent reforms. He urges a growth-first pivot, stronger institutions, and credible

Joburg Water Funds: Morero Denies R4bn Misuse
September 16, 2025
Joburg water funds remain central to service delivery. City Hall promises ringfencing and stricter oversight; meanwhile, the R13bn write-off underscores the scale of past

TikTok US Ownership Deal: Path Clears After Madrid Talks
September 16, 2025
The TikTok US ownership deal moved closer after Madrid talks, as Washington and Beijing agreed on a framework for US-controlled ownership. With a shutdown

National Credit Act Amendments Withdrawn After Outcry
September 16, 2025
National Credit Act amendments were withdrawn after more than 20,000 submissions. Business groups say confusion over student data derailed SME credit reforms and due

Phala Phala Trial: Accused Plead Not Guilty as Case Opens
September 16, 2025
The Phala Phala trial opened in Modimolle as three accused pleaded not guilty over the $580,000 farm theft; the court granted witness anonymity while