Poverty remains one of South Africa’s most serious challenges. Despite being a country rich in resources, many people still live in poor conditions. High unemployment, low education levels, and ...

The finance minister has warned that spending cuts or a rise in other taxes could follow.

Despite advancements in technology, gender inequality persists in South Africa, with women facing significant challenges in ...

While the government's decision to scrap a VAT increase seems compassionate, experts warn it merely obscures the deeper ...

In his account, the conflict in the platinum industry is an expression of conditions across South Africa. South Africa is deeply unequal. When workers like the platinum mineworkers win real wage ...

In a nation where access to digital infrastructure is still uneven, the platforms South Africans choose to engage with ...

South Africa has faced international criticism on various fronts recently, particularly regarding its Land and Black Economic ...

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Africa’s private sector, accounting for over 90% of businesses ...

Analysis - South Africa's 2025-6 budget has been subjected to more comment than usual. This is due to the political tensions generated by a proposed increase in value added tax (VAT).

Na'eem Jeenah draws parallels between South Africa’s anti-apartheid struggle and Palestine’s fight against Israeli occupation.

South Africa’s ambitious renewable energy masterplan has been approved, but will need huge funding and co-ordination between government departments.