Press freedom is an important pillar of democracy. It was one of the non-negotiables when SA crafted a new constitution after overcoming years of apartheid, where the media operated under extremely difficult circumstances.

Citing a 2023 Southern Africa Towards Inclusive Economic Development (SA-TIED) report on SA’s water sector investment requirements, the Budget Review notes that a total estimated R7.2 trillion investment is needed by 2050 to achieve water security and universal access.

The family of a 22-year-old pilot who is one of three people who died after their light aircraft crashed in KZN say that when that plane went down, so did their child's dreams of owning a fleet of light aircraft to make his family proud.

US Marines will join National Guard troops on the streets of Los Angeles within two days, officials said, and would be authorised to detain anyone who interferes with immigration officers on raids or protesters who confront federal agents.

A 76-year-old woman suffering from dementia was beaten to death by a mob that also wanted to burn her after accusing her of being a witch when they saw her roaming the streets of Etwatwa, Benoni, at night.

Ellis said she intends to focus on women’s issues as well as the gender-based violence crisis and to contribute towards building strong communities and individuals.

The US military is urging African countries to be more responsible for their own security as the Trump administration focuses on domestic policies. Could the move fuel militant groups and undo counterterrorism progress?

The inclement weather that has caused havoc around the country with at least 50 people killed in the Eastern Cape while other provinces including Gauteng have remained on high alert.

US President Donald Trump is seeking to end a decades-old energy assistance programme used by six million people, amid the second-warmest global temperatures on record and US electricity prices that are expected to rise more than ever in coming months.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has conceded that he'll have a selection headache in the future after several new players impressed during the latest camp, where Bafana played two friendlies against Tanzania and Mozambique.