Joburg Named Least Walkable City Globally
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
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
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
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
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
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National Credit Act Amendments Withdrawn After Outcry
National Credit Act amendments were withdrawn after more than 20,000 submissions.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
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