Racism Archives

Malema Guilty of Hate Speech: SA Court Shocks

The Western Cape Equality Court has ruled EFF leader Julius Malema guilty of hate speech for his 2022 rally remarks inciting violence. Consequently, this landmark verdict shakes South Africa, urging political leaders to foster unity.

August 28, 2025

Politics

McKenzie Will Not Apologise Amid SAHRC Probe

Patriotic Alliance leader and Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie says he has nothing to answer for. McKenzie will not apologise as the SAHRC probes alleged racist and hate speech posts. He says his words were misread, has briefed lawyers, and

August 19, 2025

News·Politics

SAHRC Probes Gayton McKenzie Over Racist Posts

The SAHRC has launched an investigation into Minister Gayton McKenzie over resurfaced racist and xenophobic posts, including the use of the K-word.

August 18, 2025

Sports

Jess Carter Feared Racist Abuse After Euro Penalty

England’s Jess Carter says she feared “astronomical” racist abuse for Lauren James after a Euro 2025 penalty miss, and felt relief when non-Black teammates also missed.

August 12, 2025

Business

South Africa Debanking Reform Pushed After US Policy Shift

South Africa debanking reform is under focus as activists demand change, inspired by a US executive order tackling unfair bank account closures.

August 8, 2025

International

Aryan Freedom Network Rise Fuels U.S. Extremism Concerns

The Aryan Freedom Network, a U.S. neo-Nazi group, is gaining visibility through public protests and propaganda.

August 8, 2025

News

Open Chats Podcast Controversy Sparks Outrage in SA

The Open Chats Podcast controversy has sparked outrage in South Africa after hosts made offensive remarks about the Coloured community, prompting legal action from the Patriotic Alliance and Democratic Alliance. With calls for cancellation and a public apology deemed insufficient, the incident

August 7, 2025

Racism