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Royal stamp: As part of its KwaZulu-Natal outreach before the local government elections, the Electoral
Commission of South Africa official also engaged King Misuzulu kaZwelithini. Photos: IEC

Democracy doubts deepen in KZN

Support for democracy in KwaZulu-Natal has fallen to its lowest levels in decades, with trust in government and institutions collapsing. Yet, most residents say they would vote…

South Africa needs to change its top-down approach, consult communities and fast track the delayed Integrated Energy Plan

New report breaks down perceptions about climate change and the just energy transition

The study found that climate change does not rank high on the list of priorities for South Africans and, generally, people don’t know what the just energy transition is

The IEC is expecting a higher voter turnout than the 2019 elections. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Expected high voter turnout a nod to political parties, says IEC

The disillusionment in the country’s political system resulting in low 2021 local election turnout numbers has seemingly dissipated

The 2024 elections will celebrate 30 years of democracy in South Africa.

Distrust of politicians the reason for low voter turnout, but voters saw elections as free and fair – HSRC

The research council’s study found that 80% of non-voters are dissatisfied with the country’s political system and democracy

Widespread tuberculosis awareness campaigns can rein in its increasing transmission rates.

Most people with TB don’t seek treatment, HSRC survey finds

More men than women have tuberculosis and 82% are in the 15 to 24 age group

Nurses wearing personal protective equipment. (Photo by Marco Longari/AFP)

Health workers afraid of passing Covid to family

While nurses bear the brunt of the most psychologically affected of health workers, most are concerned about access to protective supplies

Rural people are dispossessed and displaced by companies that collect awards for ESG credentials, corporate social investment and sector excellence.
(Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Rural retreat: Allowing people to return home during lockdown could turn a tide

It is important to note that the phenomena of translocality and circular migration in Africa have often served as a strategy of resilience in tough times

Tightening the belt: CCMA director Cameron Morajane says cuts will severely affect the commission’s ability to operate, but that it will make the most of its resources. Photo: Alaister Russell/Gallo Images/Sunday Times

CCMA cases stunted by lockdown

Data shows that during the lockdown the statutory body has dealt with 75% fewer cases than during the same period last year

Migrants are blamed for causing South Africa’s problems, particularly by groups such as Operation Dudula, which acts in defiance of the Constitution and laws regarding education and health. Photo: AFP

Prejudice against immigrants cuts across class and race

Xenophobia, the study shows, is part of a broader problem of prejudice in South African society

The Nelson Mandela Foundation said on Wednesday it was firing its outgoing chief executive, Sello Hatang

Why the HSRC and NMF came on board to support TIMS

Madiba will be used as a prism, through which modern problems can be viewed

Lesedi Moche has laid a complaint with the SAHRC against Paul Da Silva

Restaurant owner dismisses racist comment allegations

The alleged discovery of a ‘small cockroach’ on a plate of food at a Rosebank restaurant has sparked a racist storm.

Puzzle of the bogus ‘HSRC’ research

Bogus questionnaires bearing the name of the HSRC are being used by a shadowy group apparently linked to state intelligence.