CSA report proof of massive sporting failures
South African sports federations are only concerned about quick fixes. Stellenbosch University sports professor Francois Cleophas says that this kind…
Author: Zahraa Schroeder
Minerals department choosing profits over citizens
Communities, civil society, and small-scale fishers have been accused of taking their fight against Shell to the courts instead of…
‘Company taxes must be used to improve communities’
South Africa is not making constructive use of the private sector, and the country’s laws must be adapted to ensure…
Watch your schools for thieves during the holidays
A plea has been made for Western Cape communities to safeguard their schools during the holiday period. Education MEC Debbie…
Eskom’s Polluting Days Come to Halt
Eskom has once again failed to install the necessary carbon emission filters at Medupi power station, which has now led…
Plan for the new year by becoming financially savvy this holiday
By: Finance and Debt Consultant, Moeshfieka Botha 2021 has been rough year. We have had to brave Covid-19 variants, illness,…
Making Grade R Mandatory Will Benefit Disadvantaged Families
Children who were not exposed to Grade R learning are mainly those from disadvantaged households, which in turn puts them at…
Covid-19 Booster Meets Public Resistance
Concern is being raised about the call for booster shots to be administered amidst the spread of the Omicron variant.…
Mother Killed in Bonteheuwel
A 29-year-old mother has been shot and killed in Bonteheuwel. Her body was found in Citrus Street just after nine…
Private Companies Could Take Over Rail Services
The City of Cape Town is looking forward to resurrecting Cape Town’s rail system. This, as Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana…
OUTA: Levies Making up Most of Fuel Price
The levies added to South Africa’s fuel price, is causing sky-rocketing increases, which must be addressed. This is the warning…
Here we go again… A Covid-19 treatment refresher
South Africa is registering a daily increase of Covid-19 cases, largely suspected to be linked to the detection of the…
4th Wave’s Curve Scrutinised by Scientists
The Covid-19 variants are changing sufficiently for people to be reinfected. Deputy Director-General for the Health Department, Dr Nicholas Crisp,…
Reconciling with painful memories of forced evictions
December 16th marks the Day of Reconciliation. Shanaaz Gool-Hamid and team went exploring the painful memories of a harmonious community…
Inaugural Freedom for Palestine Football Tournament
The Radio 786 Sports Desk Team broadcasted live from a tournament convened among locals to raise awareness on the plight…
ATM Disappointed In President Ramaphosa’s Leadership
The lack of discipline being enforced on President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Cabinet for failing to do their jobs is a bad…
Parliament Fails To Amend Section 25 Of The Constitution
The National Assembly has failed to pass the 18th Constitutional Amendment Bill. It was aimed at amending Section 25 of…
Indian Teen Arrested For Beheading Pregnant Sister
An Indian teenager has been arrested for allegedly beheading his pregnant sister. The incident took place in Aurangabad District. It’s…
SAMA Demands Government Find Funds To Place Junior Doctors
Government needs to find the funds to allow more than 6000 medical students waiting to start their internships and community…
Eskom Wins Tariff Battle Against Nersa
Eskom has won its tariff battle against energy regulator Nersa. The High Court has ordered the Nersa to process and…