South African National Parks (SANParks) has launched a new survey of the lion population in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in partnership with the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT). The survey will run until October 2026 and aims to provide researchers with a clearer understanding of the park’s lion population, including the number of lions, where they […] More

South Africa’s unemployment rate remains high, particularly among people without formal qualifications. While a university degree can improve job prospects, it is not the only way to enter the labour market. Several careers allow South Africans to build experience and earn an income without completing a university degree. However, many still require practical skills, professional […] More

South Africa’s coast spans two oceans and roughly 3 000 kilometres. Large portions of the coast are unspoiled; in many coastal towns, plots along the water’s edge sell first. Affordable plots sell even quicker. But in two towns you can get this exclusive privilege for R600 000. The seaside towns selling oceanfront property At present, […] More

Mid-month is bad, but the day or two before payday is worse. If you’re like many South Africans, these pre-month-end days are the final stretch of survival. It’s when you may find yourself using creative budgeting to stretch your last few Rands. It’s when you remember friends you haven’t spoken to in a while. You […] More

A heated debate has broken out among South Africans over how SASSA should manage its overwhelming caseload, with one commenter proposing a radical shift away from cash payments entirely. Justanother Katarina argued that SASSA is fighting a losing battle with 28 million people reliant on the state welfare system. She said the agency must simultaneously […] More