This year, the World Wetlands Day was celebrated under the theme Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future highlighting the importance of wetlands for humanity and the future generations
Recent alerts from the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) remind us that relaxation in these refreshing bodies of water comes with responsibility, especially with the new moon spring tide peaking on December 31.
Innocent lives are often caught in the crossfire of bad decisions made by individuals who choose to drink and drive.
The economic disruptions caused by violent demonstrations and road blockages bring entire sectors to a standstill, harming businesses and everyday commuters who rely on this mode of transport.
If Ramaphosa is truly committed to eradicating corruption, then why does he allow a Cabinet member embroiled in controversy to maintain her position?
President Ramaphosa’s hesitation over their implementation suggests a lack of commitment to fostering an integrated education system.
Since that tournament, they remain unbeaten in open play, showcasing their resilience and tactical evolution.
Recent statements from Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier have brought to light that nine cases of candidates found with cellphones or crib notes in the examination venues.
Twelve children across the nation have tragically lost their lives after ingesting food from local spaza shops, many of which are owned by foreign nationals.
We cannot wait for more tragedies. Our children are suffering while government agencies fail to combat the crisis.
The recent warnings from the Banking Ombudsman revealing a concerning increase in complaints about tap-and-go transactions involving lost or stolen cards should serve as a crucial wake-up call for all shoppers.
Millions of rand, intended for the poorest citizens, are falling into the hands of criminals – both external and internal.
In the current economic landscape – with a stronger rand, decreasing petrol prices and the absence of load shedding – consumers should be experiencing relief at supermarket tills.
With millions of South Africans struggling to find work, a 24-hour economy could open up numerous job opportunities across various sectors, from hospitality and retail to manufacturing and transport.
The alarming rise in robberies and even murders of foreign visitors in recent years has cast a sombre shadow over our tourism sector.
Without churches, society would easily descend into chaos, so the importance of their role in society cannot be overlooked.
The silver lining is the recent wave of arrests, a testament to the police’s new-found resolve.
The reality is that the lion’s share of the country's tourism revenue still flows to Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Their World Cup victory in France was not a fluke but the product of years of hard work, discipline, and unity.
For too long, the justice system has focused solely on criminal procedures, often neglecting the financial and emotional toll on victims’ families.
The persistence of poor audit outcomes raises serious questions about the accountability of municipal managers and political office bearers.
Billions of rand that should have been directed towards improving health-care services are instead being funnelled into paying exorbitant claims, many of which are fraudulent.
To effectively reduce crime in South Africa, we must first clean up the police service.
South Africans are justifiably outraged by the apparent lack of urgency in prosecuting high-profile politicians named in the commission’s findings.
For South Africa, a country that does not have the vast resources or the extensive sports infrastructure of wealthier nations, securing these medals is no small feat.
