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Western Cape Blood Service reviews race-related questions on donor forms
Is it time to eliminate race boxes from blood donor forms? People Against Race Classification (Parc) argues for change in response to the Western Cape Blood Service's decision to revise its donor questionnaire.
Mark Burns, Trump's top pastor, challenges white genocide claims during South Africa visit
Pastor Mark Burns, during his visit to South Africa, boldly challenges the controversial narrative of white genocide, asserting that the reality on the ground tells a different story.
Donald Trump's 'top pastor' Mark Burns refutes white genocide claims during South Africa visit
"Pastor Mark Burns, visiting South Africa, challenges the narrative of white genocide, asserting that such claims do not reflect the reality on the ground.
'He is supremely talented at finding the right lever to pull': Trevor Noah on Elon Musk's disinformation regarding South Africa
Trevor Noah dives into the controversy surrounding Elon Musk's claims about South Africa, questioning the tech billionaire's business tactics.
Former Stellenbosch University student Theuns du Toit found not guilty in urination case
Theuns du Toit, a former Stellenbosch University student, has been found not guilty related to urinating on a fellow student's belongings.
Race-based labels remain painful but necessary - Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says racial classifications used in government data remain necessary to confront inequality, even as the country works to move beyond its divided past.
Ramaphosa: Race-based labels remain painful but necessary in South Africa’s pursuit of equality
President Cyril Ramaphosa says racial classifications used in government data remain necessary to confront inequality, even as the country works to move beyond its divided past.
Afrikaner 'refugee' in the US: 'I left my five-bedroom house, dogs and mother behind'
An Afrikaner man recounts the heart-wrenching decision to leave his mansion behind while fleeing racial persecution in South Africa.
IOL exposé forces Renaldo Gouws to apologise for racist slurs in SAHRC hate speech settlement
An explosive IOL investigation that exposed Renaldo Gouws’s racist online rant has culminated in a hate speech settlement with the SA Human Rights Commission. The former DA MP has been ordered to apologise publicly, marking a significant victory for media accountability and public justice.
Who is Pieter Kriel? Young activist shakes up SA's political landscape with controversial views on race
At just 21, Pieter Kriel is challenging South Africa's political landscape with his provocative views on race. His journey from idealism to controversy is reshaping the discourse on equality and activism.
Afrikaners fleeing to the US: Defining 'refugee' one first-class ticket at a time
What does it mean to be a refugee? This article examines the case of Afrikaners relocating to the US and the implications of the UN's definition.
South Africans laugh at Donald Trump's 'folly' over taking in Afrikaner 'refugees'
49 Afrikaners left South Africa for the US, with Trump claiming they are fleeing persecution. South Africans express disbelief over his remarks, labelling the situation as a case of privilege rather than victimhood.
Climb for a cause: Support local charities at the Table Mountain cableway challenge
Participants from across South Africa will gather at Table Mountain for the annual Cableway Charity Challenge, climbing Platteklip Gorge to raise funds for local charities and receive unique medals crafted from retired cable.
Labour Minister criticises DA's court challenge as anti-transformation
Minister Nomakhosazana Meth accuses the DA of undermining transformation efforts with their court challenge against employment quotas, igniting a fierce political debate.
Seeff agent suspended for derogatory remarks against Indian community
Trevor Sturgess, a real estate agent, has been suspended after posting a video containing the derogatory c-word for Indians, leading to widespread condemnation and an apology.
Trump questions attending G20 summit in South Africa amid claims of 'white genocide'
Trump's latest claims about South Africa's 'white genocide' and land grabs raise questions about his participation in the G20 summit.
Donald Trump's refugee offer | Afrikaner couple share their fears of living in South Africa
An Afrikaner couple's viral video pleading for Donald Trump's help due to safety fears in post-apartheid South Africa has sparked intense debate, with many accusing them of alarmism and racism.
Controversial 'Afrikaner Act' in US Congress offers refugee pathway for white South Africans
Republican Congressman Troy Nehls has introduced the 'Africaner Act' that would grant Priority-2 refugee status to white South Africans, removing entry quotas and waiving requirements to personally prove persecution claims.
Christine Kalmer's appeal rejected in road race injury case
The Supreme Court of Appeal has upheld a ruling that Christine Kalmer is 30% liable for damages resulting from a collision during a road race, following an appeal by Kalmer against the decision
Christine Kalmer's appeal rejected in road race injury case
The Supreme Court of Appeal has upheld a ruling that Christine Kalmer is 30% liable for damages resulting from a collision during a road race, following an appeal by Kalmer against the decision
ActionSA calls for rejection of Phil Craig's citizenship application
Will ActionSA succeed in blocking Phil Craig's citizenship application? The leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group faces mounting pressure.
Petition to deport Cape Independence's Phil Craig for 'attempting to divide South Africa' gains traction
Phil Craig, leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group, faces backlash as a petition to deport him gains nearly 50,000 signatures, accusing him of sowing division within South Africa.
Runners gear up for epic women's race in Cape Town this weekend
Sixteen-thousand runners will take part in the Cape Town SPAR “sold-out” race, which is the first of the five races making up the SPAR Grand Prix series.
Dan Roodt faces backlash after racial comments about deceased SA Air Show pilot
Author Dan Roodt sparked national outrage after suggesting pilot James O'Connell's fatal crash was related to race-based hiring policies - only to backtrack when he discovered the pilot was white with 36 years of experience.
Debunking Elon Musk's statements on Starlink's absence in South Africa
Elon Musk's recent comments on Julius Malema's 'Kill the Boer' song spark controversy as he claims Starlink's absence in South Africa is due to his race.