A skills revolution is needed to drive a cleaner, greener mining industry in South Africa

By: Jacques Farmer - Managing Director of PRISMA Training Solutions Historically, mining has always had a big impact on the environment. But now, with new technology and a global push for sustainability, the industry is changing significantly. However, …

US grants asylum to 54 white Afrikaner South Africans, reports say

The US has granted refugee status to 54 white Afrikaner South Africans, who could arrive as soon as Monday in Washington DC, where they will be welcomed by government officials, according to media reports. Donald Trump suspended the US refugee settlement …

South Africa’s Ramaphosa Introduces New Reforms to Drive Growth

Malawi Flames prepare for crucial CHAN qualifier against South Africa

By Shaffie A Mtambo BLANTYRE-(Maravi Post)-The Malawi Flames wrapped up their final training session ahead of their crucial CHAN qualifier against South Africa. The team trained at Bishop Mackenzie on Thursday, preparing for their trip to South Africa on …

First white South Africans classified as refugees coming to U.S.

WASHINGTON — The first group of white South Africans who the Trump administration is classifying as refugees are expected to arrive in the United States on Monday. President Donald Trump suspended refugee admissions from most other nations when he took …

Over 100 vultures dead after eating poisoned elephant in South Africa

At least 124 vultures died in South Africa’s famous Kruger National Park after eating the carcass of an elephant that was poisoned with agricultural pesticides by poachers. Park authorities said Thursday that 84 vultures were rescued in a coordinated …

First white South Africans to arrive in America despite Trump’s refugee freeze

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Awqaf South Africa Hosts 10th Boys’ Seminar in Thembisa

AWQAF SA hosted its 10th What’s For The Boys seminar on April 28 at Entsonalanga Primary School in Thembisa, bringing together parents, learners, and a panel of expert speakers. The initiative forms part of the broader What About The Boys campaign, …

Is South Africa open for business? Labour law challenges

By Chris Hattingh The South African government has often talked a big game about “South Africa open for business”, with President Cyril Ramaphosa and his cabinet setting a 3% growth target for 2025. President Cyril Ramaphosa and his cabinet have set a …

More than 100 vultures die in a mass poisoning in South Africa

CAPE TOWN, South Africa — At least 123 vultures died in South Africa’s flagship national park after eating the carcass of an elephant that was poisoned by poachers with agricultural pesticides, park authorities and an animal conservation group said …