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Thousands march to call for justice for raped child
Still no arrests after seven-year-old raped in Eastern Cape in October
By Nombulelo Damba-Hendrik, Sandiso Phaliso, Joseph Bracken and Tsoanelo Sefoloko
News | 1 April 2025
Three common myths about US funding cuts to South Africa
US and South African officials have contributed to misinformation about the cancellation of funding
News | 1 April 2025
People with disabilities lack accessible public transport in Cape Town
The Dial-a-Ride service has been stagnant for seven years
News | 1 April 2025
Joburg ice skater brings gold medal back from Special Olympics in Italy
Naledi Hlalele was one of six athletes who represented South Africa at the international winter games earlier in March
News | 31 March 2025
Lottery ticket sales likely to be suspended from 1 June
Minister Tau backtracks on temporary licence, will announce permanent operator at end of May
News | 31 March 2025
Today is the deadline for ending pit latrines in schools. Here’s how government has done
Minister says 93% of identified pit toilets eradicated
By Liezl Human
News | 31 March 2025
A thriving black market for medicines has emerged in Joburg
Immigrants shunned by clinics resort to buying unregulated medicines from illegal vendors
News | 31 March 2025
SASSA Gold Card deadline extended to 31 May
Postbank’s announcement comes after contradictory reports by SASSA and the Minister in the Presidency
News | 28 March 2025
Deaths spark protest over unsafe bridge outside Pinetown
Umngeni River claims two lives
By Joseph Bracken and Tsoanelo Sefoloko
News | 28 March 2025