This water project started 20 years ago. But taps are still dry
Eastern Cape villagers say at least four contractors have worked on the Buthongweni Water Supply Scheme
By Nombulelo Damba-Hendrik and Yamkela Ntshongwana
News | 8 September 2026
One year later, sewage is still running through these Cape Town streets
“We have seen people living in sewage, and that is not acceptable,” says Human Rights Commissioner after visit to Bloekombos and Wallacedene
By Vincent Lali
News | 8 September 2026
Social workers left penniless by Gauteng government
“Social work is all about care, but nobody cares for us,” says SANCA Thusong employee
By Seth Thorne
Feature | 8 September 2026
Ngcobo taxi drivers meet government to resolve Intercape bus dispute
On Monday afternoon, scores of taxis formed a long convoy through the town near the municipal offices. They have been striking since 18 August.
Brief | 7 September 2026
Hundreds walk in silence for deaf awareness
People who can hear wore earplugs for the 5km route
Brief | 7 September 2026
Artists try to save Lovedale Press’s 200-year legacy
The printing house is battling to keep its doors open
By Alice Scott
News | 7 September 2026
Prisoners of poverty: unaffordable bail keeps thousands behind bars
Newly launched Bail Fund has assisted 154 people so far
By Liezl Human
News | 7 September 2026
Informal settlements are here to stay. Let’s upgrade them
Upgrading informal settlements is a cheaper and more effective way to improve lives
By Ronelle Burger and Eldridge Moses
Opinion | 7 September 2026
11 years, R6-billion later: Parliament must hold hearings on state capture at PRASA
A decade of letters, reports, submissions, protests, civil disobedience and court actions by #UniteBehind — it’s time for SCOPA to do its job
Opinion | 7 September 2026