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Western Cape's New Child Commissioner Visits 20+ Care Centers
Community Heroes1h ago

Western Cape's New Child Commissioner Visits 20+ Care Centers

Sarah Roberts spent 14 years hearing heartbreaking child protection cases as a magistrate. Now she's using that experience to transform how the Western Cape protects its most vulnerable children.

Daily Maverick3 min read
South Africa Breaks Ground on 75 MW Solar Farm
Planet Wins1d ago

South Africa Breaks Ground on 75 MW Solar Farm

South Africa's national utility is building its first solar plant at a coal power station, marking a major shift toward clean energy. The project will power 60,000 homes and signals the start of a massive renewable energy transformation.

PV Magazine2 min read
South African Soccer Team Celebrates Second Continental Win
Sports1d ago

South African Soccer Team Celebrates Second Continental Win

Mamelodi Sundowns brought their African championship trophy home to thousands of cheering fans in Pretoria, becoming South Africa's only team to win the continental title twice. Captain Themba Zwane kept his promise to young fans after a decade-long journey back to the top.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Cookbook Author Fehmz Turns Past Rejection Into Bold Success
Acts of Kindness1d ago

Cookbook Author Fehmz Turns Past Rejection Into Bold Success

A South African cook who was told she was "too fat," "too dark," and "too loud" just released a bestselling cookbook that celebrates everything she was told to hide. Her bold, colorful approach to food and life is winning hearts across the country.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Cookbook Author Shares Aunty Pinky's Fish and Rice Recipe
Acts of Kindness1d ago

Cookbook Author Shares Aunty Pinky's Fish and Rice Recipe

A beloved family recipe from Durban is now available to home cooks worldwide thanks to cookbook author Fehmz. The dish connects childhood memories with the warmth of home cooking.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Chef Shares Simple Recipe for Indian Fudge Made at Home
Acts of Kindness1d ago

Chef Shares Simple Recipe for Indian Fudge Made at Home

A South African cookbook author is making traditional Indian sweets accessible to home cooks with a surprisingly simple chickpea flour fudge recipe. The treat called chana magaj takes just one pot and pantry-friendly ingredients.

Daily Maverick2 min read
NASA Satellite Maps South Africa's Food Bowl From Space
Planet Wins2d ago

NASA Satellite Maps South Africa's Food Bowl From Space

A new NASA satellite is painting digital portraits of South Africa's farmland, helping scientists track food production in the crucial Maize Triangle region. The technology could revolutionize how the world monitors crops and responds to changing climate patterns.

NASA2 min read
South Africa's Potato Innovation Boosts Food Security
Planet Wins2d ago

South Africa's Potato Innovation Boosts Food Security

South African potato farmers are using cutting-edge technology and biological solutions to grow more food with fewer resources. The innovations are helping secure a stable food supply for millions while protecting the environment.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
South Africa's Potato Farmers Lead with Smart Innovation
Planet Wins2d ago

South Africa's Potato Farmers Lead with Smart Innovation

As South Africa celebrates International Day of Potato, the country's farmers are embracing new technologies and digital tools to grow more food, strengthen rural communities, and feed millions of families year-round. Innovation is transforming how potato growers tackle climate challenges while keeping this affordable staple on every table.

Google News - Africa Innovation3 min read
Rugby Star Cheslin Kolbe Returns Home After 9 Years Abroad
Sports2d ago

Rugby Star Cheslin Kolbe Returns Home After 9 Years Abroad

World Cup champion Cheslin Kolbe is trading big money overseas to return to South Africa, where he'll mentor young players and strengthen the Springboks ahead of the 2027 World Cup. His homecoming is part of a growing trend of rugby veterans choosing home over paychecks.

Daily Maverick2 min read
South Africa Program Cuts Child Stunting With Food and Care
Health & Wellness2d ago

South Africa Program Cuts Child Stunting With Food and Care

A groundbreaking pilot in South Africa is fighting childhood stunting by giving vulnerable mothers food vouchers and personal support during pregnancy. Early results show the program is reaching families who need help most.

Daily Maverick3 min read
MP Shares How Kruger National Park Shaped His Life at 100
Global News2d ago

MP Shares How Kruger National Park Shaped His Life at 100

As Kruger National Park approaches its centenary in 2026, South African MP Andrew de Blocq reveals how childhood trips and a pivotal eagle encounter led him to environmental work. His story shows how nature reserves create lifelong conservationists.

Daily Maverick2 min read
South African Fintech Brings AI Tools to 200K Small Shops
Innovation2d ago

South African Fintech Brings AI Tools to 200K Small Shops

Yoco just acquired Dyner.ai to give township restaurants and small businesses access to AI technology that was once only available to big corporations. The move could help over 200,000 merchants reduce waste, catch fraud, and boost profits with simple questions instead of spreadsheets.

TechCabal3 min read
Cape Town Women Share Their Menstrual Health Struggles
Acts of Kindness2d ago

Cape Town Women Share Their Menstrual Health Struggles

Fifteen women from Khayelitsha turned disposable cameras into powerful tools for change, documenting eight months of menstrual health challenges in their informal settlement. Their photo exhibition is sparking real action from city officials.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Ghana Welcomes 300 Citizens Home from South Africa
Global News3d ago

Ghana Welcomes 300 Citizens Home from South Africa

Ghana rolled out reintegration support and transport assistance as 300 evacuated citizens touched down in Accra. The government organized the emergency flight after anti-immigrant tensions escalated in South Africa.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Ghana Brings 300 Citizens Home Safely Amid Regional Crisis
Acts of Kindness3d ago

Ghana Brings 300 Citizens Home Safely Amid Regional Crisis

Ghana successfully evacuated 300 of its citizens from South Africa this week, demonstrating swift diplomatic action to protect nationals facing difficult circumstances abroad. Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa personally welcomed returnees home with a promise: "Wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected."

Al Jazeera English2 min read
South Africa Names World Cup Squad After 16-Year Wait
Sports3d ago

South Africa Names World Cup Squad After 16-Year Wait

After missing the World Cup for 16 years, South Africa has announced its squad for the 2026 tournament, including two fresh faces and a 36-year-old veteran. Coach Hugo Broos is ending his career on the biggest stage in soccer.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Listener Drives to School, Gifts $500 to Grieving Teen
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Listener Drives to School, Gifts $500 to Grieving Teen

When a South African student gave an emotional radio shoutout to her late mother, a stranger listening in her car immediately drove to the school with cash in hand. The spontaneous act of generosity brought an entire community to tears.

Google: kindness story2 min read
South Africa's Women Eye First Cricket World Cup Title
Sports4d ago

South Africa's Women Eye First Cricket World Cup Title

After three straight World Cup finals without a trophy, South Africa's women's cricket team heads to England with renewed confidence and their strongest squad yet. Coach Mandla Mashimbyi says he's already picturing the final at Lord's.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Soweto Founder Brings Photo Gallery to the Streets
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Soweto Founder Brings Photo Gallery to the Streets

A self-funded photo gallery in Soweto is bringing South Africa's visual history directly to commuters through a sidewalk exhibition, while teaching local kids the art of photojournalism on weekends.

Daily Maverick2 min read

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