Democracy & Constitution
No justice, no peace in Mozambique
Mozambique’s election exposed corruption, sparking protests. Opposition leaders and citizens demand justice from Frelimo government.
AIAC
November 12, 2024
Economy & Energy
WILL LOCAL CIVIL SOCIETY BE COMPLICIT IN THE U.S. IMPERIAL AGENDA?
SAFTU condemns upcoming U.S.-backed democracy conference in SA, for promoting American imperialism and undermining genuine democracy.
SAFTU
November 11, 2024
Democracy & Constitution
Lebanese community protests outside Israeli embassy
Protesters urged South Africa to sever ties with Israel, condemning its oppressive actions in Gaza and Lebanon.
GroundUp
November 11, 2024
Crime & Justice
Families Devastated by Tiger Brands Listeriosis Outbreak Petition for Justice
The Listeriosis Families Support Campaign Demands Justice from Tiger Brands – Join & Sign Petition
Karibu
November 8, 2024
Economy & Energy
SASSA Gold Cards will remain valid, says Postbank, as deadline looms
Postbank assures SASSA users their Gold Cards work until replaced by safer Black Cards, with a nationwide rollout in progress.
GroundUp
November 8, 2024
Environment & Water
Eastern Cape villagers fund their own water supply
Zigadini residents are funding their own water system, frustrated by unreliable municipal services and underspending on essential infrastructure grants.
GroundUp
November 8, 2024
Democracy & Constitution
The Fight for Universal Consultation in Disake: A Community’s Ongoing Struggle
Disake Village community fights exclusion and economic hardship due to local mines’ failure to consult or support sustainable development.
MACUA
November 6, 2024
Economy & Energy
People with disabilities demand better access to public transport
The Transport Plan must include access from informal settlements and poor communities, including consultation about Dial-A-Ride.
GroundUp
November 5, 2024
Health
Gugulethu protesters demand update on new hospital
Gugulethu community urgently need hospital due to poor services, but not in place of their well – used sports field.
GroundUp
November 4, 2024
Health
Food Safety Problems an Industry Problem, Better Controls Needed
The tragic deaths of five children highlight growing concerns about food safety, regulatory failures, and migrant shop owners facing blame.
Karibu
November 4, 2024
Economy & Energy
SAFTU OPPOSES THE LIQUIDATION OF SOUTH AFRICAN POST OFFICE
SAFTU demands urgent government action to save SAPO from financial collapse, emphasizing its importance for rural communities and working-class households.
SAFTU
November 4, 2024
Economy & Energy
Residents help Free State municipality restore electricity
After nine days without power, hundreds of Free State residents joined forces with municipal workers to restore fallen electricity pylons.
GroundUp
November 4, 2024
Gender
Women in SA could have access to a three-monthly HIV prevention ring by 2026
A new 3-month HIV prevention ring shows promise, offering an effective, discreet, and long-lasting alternative to daily PrEP pills.
Spotlight
November 4, 2024
Economy & Energy
MACUA-WAMUA Launches a Podcast on Green Hydrogen Production in Mokopane Communities
This new podcast series uncovers the social and environmental impacts of Green Hydrogen mining development on marginalized Limpopo communities.
MACUA
November 4, 2024
Economy & Energy
Civil society coalition says: Heads must roll for Terbufos regulatory failure
A coalition of civil groups and unions demand urgent pesticide regulation in South Africa following tragic child deaths linked to
groundWork
October 31, 2024
Democracy & Constitution
Media Statement on the 2024 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) Education spending decreases, despite the education crisis. #MTBPS2024 #SifunaUkufunda
This budget prioritises austerity, which will impact on SA’s education, public and social services badly, risking further inequality and
Equal Education
October 31, 2024
Democracy & Constitution
Hundreds march to Parliament against budget cuts
Activists, unions, and social movements protested budget cuts, demanding increased spending essential services like housing, healthcare and education.
Elitsha
October 30, 2024
Democracy & Constitution
AIDC statement on the 2024 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS)
SA’s budget emphasizes debt reduction and privatization, cutting public services, risking increased poverty, inequality, and reducing public sector support.
AIDC
October 30, 2024