Category BreakingNews

the Guardian

Villagers in Malawi near Kasungu National Park are suing an NGO for moving 263 elephants into the area, leading to human-wildlife conflicts and 10 deaths. They demand better fencing and compensation for damages caused. Over 50 children were orphaned due to the translocated elephants. One farmer shared a harrowing experience of being attacked by elephants on his farm.
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BusinessTech

Lekwa Municipality in Mpumalanga, South Africa, faces a severe water crisis, with some areas enduring over 12 years without clean water. The Democratic Alliance has lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission due to the lack of consistent water supply, impacting daily life and healthcare. The municipality attributes the crisis to a lack of funds, maintenance, skills, and slow progress in refurbishments.
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Daily Maverick

South Africa’s porous borders are exploited by criminal networks due to corruption within the Border Management Authority and Department of Home Affairs. A new Border Management and Immigration Anti-Corruption Forum has been launched to combat this issue. The forum aims to enforce accountability and reform systems to address corruption.
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Daily Maverick

President Trump has nominated conservative writer Leo Brent Bozell III as the next US ambassador to South Africa. The nomination surprised some, as Joel Pollak was expected. Bozell founded the Media Research Center in 1987 to identify liberal media bias. The MRC also established CNSNews. Bozell’s syndicated columns and CyberAlert newsletter are published on the MRC website.
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EWN

President Cyril Ramaphosa asserts his sole responsibility in appointing the new US ambassador, amid calls from the Democratic Alliance for consultation with Government of National Unity partners. South Africa is currently without an ambassador in Washington after Ebrahim Rasool’s expulsion. Ramaphosa emphasizes the need for a suitable replacement due to the US being a key trading partner.
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Daily Maverick

Eskom’s new residential electricity tariffs, effective April 1, will see an average 12.74% price increase for the 2025/26 financial year. Some customers may face higher or lower increases, while others could see reductions in their monthly bills. The tariffs include Homelight, Homepower, and Homeflex options, catering to different customer needs and consumption levels.
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EWN

Efforts are underway to save ArcelorMittal SA’s long steel business and 3,500 jobs. Discussions with Parks Tau and potential funding from the IDC to cover salaries for a year. Government may review steel tariffs to protect the industry. Concerns raised about pressure on ITAC and potential WTO violations.
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CNN

China’s maritime innovations, including massive barges and new cable-cutting technology, raise concerns about a potential invasion of Taiwan. The tools showcase China’s military and technological advancements amid escalating tensions with Taiwan. Meanwhile, Taiwan is anxious about US President Trump’s foreign policy shifts, as China displays its military capabilities near the island.
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EWN

Religious leaders in Eastern Cape oppose same-sex marriage despite 20 years of legalization in South Africa. Residents in Mthatha debate new marriages bill, with most supporting it but rejecting inclusion of same-sex unions. Bill aims to consolidate marriage laws, including same-sex marriages. LGBTQIA community pleased with Parliament’s consideration.
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BusinessTech

Remgro, chaired by Johann Rupert, South Africa’s wealthiest man, reports a significant rise in headline earnings for the first half of the 2025 financial year. The company’s strategic focus on capital allocation and partnerships drove performance. Remgro, part of the Rupert empire, holds stakes in various assets. Despite global instability, the local operating environment improved. Headline earnings surged by 38%.
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