South Africa’s Battle Against Corruption: Why Change Is Urgently Needed
South Africans are fed up with relentless political corruption undermining governance and democracy. This in-depth analysis explores how entrenched criminality…
Category: South Africa
City Power Procurement Under Scrutiny Amid R500 Million Corruption Probe
A major corruption investigation is underway targeting procurement irregularities at City Power Johannesburg, with allegations of financial mismanagement and inflated contract values totaling over R500 million. The developments have drawn significant public attention and raised serious concerns over governance, internal control systems, and the financial sustainability of one of Johannesburg’s most critical service providers.
South Africa’s Political Funding Act: A Public Blind Spot in a Failing Democracy
Despite its democratic intentions, South Africa’s Political Funding Act has failed to capture public interest. With the 2026 local elections approaching, political apathy and deep distrust threaten meaningful democratic engagement.
SAPREF Deal by CEF: Clean Break or Dirty Energy?
SAPREF, South Africa’s largest oil refinery, is at the center of a controversial deal with CEF. Is it a clean…
WATCH | The People’s Hearing on Energy Profiteers 2025 – We Can’t See the Sunset | Climate Justice and Just Energy Transition
WATCH | The People’s Hearing on Energy Profiteers 2025 – We Can’t See the Sunset | Climate Justice and Just Energy Transition
SAPREF Oil Refinery Deal: Controversy Over Shell and BP’s Exit Sparks National Debate
In a move that has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s energy, environmental, and legal sectors, the Central Energy Fund (CEF) has reportedly struck a deal with Shell and BP to purchase the SAPREF refinery in Durban under questionable terms. The deal, described as a “clean break” for Shell and BP, may well be a poisoned chalice for South African taxpayers and a disaster for communities already suffering from decades of industrial pollution. The deal appears to absolve the oil giants from liabilities related to environmental degradation, structural decay, and historical contamination, transferring all these responsibilities to the South African government through the state-owned CEF
Motsweding FM: The Heartbeat of Tswana Culture and Community Engagement
Introduction: The Significance of Motsweding FM Motsweding FM is a leading radio station in South Africa that serves the Tswana-speaking…
MTN’s R74 Billion Lawsuit: 5 Key Reasons This Case Could Redefine Global Corporate Accountability
MTN faces a R74bn lawsuit over alleged bribery in Iran. This case could reshape global corporate accountability and test…
Electronic Voting in South Africa: IEC Invites Public to Participate by 30 September 2025
The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has launched a major public consultation regarding the future of electronic voting in the country. This initiative invites all South Africans to read and respond to a newly released discussion document that explores the possible implementation of electronic voting systems in upcoming elections.
Commission of inquiry into police corruption way overdue
Since 2019, organisations such as CW and the Institute for Security Studies have raised alarms about the pervasive growth of organised crime during South Africa’s state capture years. In a joint submission to the Zondo commission, they detailed how criminal justice agencies were manipulated for political and personal gain.