Events behind the numbers

WESTERN CAPE MAYHEM: Murder and violence in Mossel Bay as anti-foreigner-inspired attacks spread

Xenophobic violence violates core human rights and undermines SDGs. | The event constitutes a severe violation of fundamental human rights, including the right to life, freedom from torture, and non-discrimination. It directly undermines SD…

FROM SPECTATOR TO SWIMMER: Where dolphins swim with everyone: Inside Gqeberha’s growing open-water community

Grassroots community action advancing ocean access and health equity. | This initiative directly advances SDG 3 (Good Health), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) by fostering inclusive ocean access and community engage…

BUDGET CRISIS: Joburg’s ‘unrealistic revenue targets’ led to R2bn unauthorised expenditure, Auditor-General finds

Both analysts agree that the unauthorized spending and fiscal mismanagement represent a systemic failure undermining public welfare and service delivery. | The Auditor-General's findings reveal a severe governance failure in Johannesburg, w…

Ethiopia goes electric following gas car ban

Ethiopia's fossil fuel vehicle import ban is a transformative climate action with global implications. | Ethiopia's ban on fossil fuel vehicle imports is a landmark climate action that directly advances SDGs 7, 11, 12, and 13 by reducing em…

KZN village cut off as deadly river crossings claim lives

Government inaction endangers lives and violates rights; community awareness does not offset harm. | The article highlights a clear violation of basic rights and SDGs due to government inaction, where a promised infrastructure project remai…

Kruger returns to its owners

Historic return of stewardship to communities advances justice, ecology, and indigenous rights. | The agreement represents a landmark shift toward justice, equity, and ecological integrity by returning stewardship of Kruger National Park to…