THE FAMILY HOUSE CRISIS: SOUTH AFRICA'S INHERITANCE DILEMMA David Dickinson, an attorney with Lawyers for Human Rights and Emeritus Professor of Sociology at Wits University, has insight into the complexities of South Africa's legal system, particularly regarding inheritance

POWER SUPPLY CUT AT AQUADENE COMMUNITY CLINIC: A THREAT TO PATIENT CARE The recent power supply cut at the Aquadene Community Clinic poses a significant threat to patient care. Without electricity, essential medical services and equipment may be unavailable, putting patients'

GAUTENG POLICE CLOSE INVESTIGATION INTO MISSING R465,000 SEDIBENG MAYORAL CHAIN The Gauteng police have officially closed their investigation into the disappearance of a ceremonial mayoral chain valued at R465,000 from the Sedibeng District Municipality. Despite the

RESPECTING LEADERS AND ELDERS: A FUNDAMENTAL ASPECT OF AFRICAN CULTURE Respecting leaders and elders is deeply rooted in African culture, and it's essential to consider this context in journalism practice. When the media uses derogatory language to refer to leaders, it not only

IZWI LABANTU FORUM CONDEMNS GPAA'S FINANCIAL MISMANAGEMENT  We're appalled by the recent revelations of financial mismanagement at the Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA). A dubious lease deal worth R495 million has raised serious concerns about the agency's

There is an ongoing attempt to erode state capacity in South Africa, and this will have long-term consequences. Instead of fixing Home Affairs, there is a normalization of state failure that creates dependency on the private sector. Kumele izinto ezinje zinqandwe.

A WARM CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WOMEN OF LIMPOPO ON THEIR AGRICULTURAL INITIATIVES The Izwi Labantu Forum would like to extend its warmest congratulations to the women of Limpopo who have embarked on innovative agricultural initiatives. These trailblazing women are paving the way

GIWUSA CALLS FOR STRICT PRICE CONTROLS ON ESSENTIAL FOOD ITEMS The General Industries Workers' Union of South Africa (GIWUSA) is urging the government to implement strict price controls on essential food items. This call comes in response to a recent report from the Agricultural

WEDDING DAY SHATTERED AS GERMTISTON HOME AFFAIRS BUILDING CATCHES FIRE A devastating fire at the Department of Home Affairs building in Germiston, Ekurhuleni, has disrupted the wedding plans of a couple who were scheduled to get married at the facility. The couple expressed

STAKEHOLDERS UNITE TO ADDRESS COMMERCIAL FARMERS' CHALLENGES IN KWAZULU-NATAL A crucial meeting was held between the DP's Office, Izwi Labantu Forum (ILF), AbaQulusi, and Zululand Municipalities, and KZN commercial farmers to discuss and address the pressing issues affecting the

UNEMPLOYMENT CRISIS IN SOUTH AFRICA: A CALL TO ACTION The recent statistics on South Africa's unemployment rate are alarming, with a staggering 33.2% of the population struggling to find work. At Izwi Labantu Forum, we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to

LIMPOPO POLICE CRACKDOWN: OVER 600 SUSPECTS ARRESTED IN OPERATION SHANELA The Limpopo police have successfully arrested over 600 suspects in various parts of the province as part of Operation Shanela, a high-density operation aimed at combating crime. The suspects were

VILLAGERS LIVE WITH SEWAGE SPILL FOR 15 YEARS, CRY OUT FOR HELP Residents of Mahonisi Waterval village in Elim, Limpopo, have been living with the harsh reality of sewage leaks in their neighborhood for 15 years. Despite writing letters and informing local authorities, the issue

UNREST IN PIMVILLE, SOWETO: CALL FOR GOVERNMENT ACTION AFTER FATAL INCIDENT NEAR MAPONYA MALL A tense scene has unfolded in Pimville, Soweto, following a fatal incident outside Maponya Mall, located at 1809 Chris Hani Road, Klipspruit. One person lost their life, and two others

EVICTION CRISIS IN GERMISTON: HUNDREDS DISPLACED FROM FLATS Hundreds of people have been evicted from flats in Germiston after the municipality declared them illegal occupants. The eviction has left many individuals and families without a place to call home, sparking concerns

LEADERSHIP WITHOUT ACCOUNTABILITY: THE LESOTHO HIGHLANDS WATER PROJECT IN CRISIS Pemmy Majodina's appointment as South Africa's seventh Minister of Water and Sanitation since 2009 highlights the instability and lack of continuity in this critical portfolio. The Lesotho Highlands

NATIONAL DIALOGUE TURNS HEATED: TENSIONS FLAIR AT UNISA CONVENTION Tensions flared on stage at the University of South Africa (UNISA) as the National Convention commenced, marking a pivotal moment in South Africa's National Dialogue. Members of the Preparatory Task Team,

TSHWANE SETS PRECEDENT: UNLICENSED SUPER SPAR SHUT DOWN, BUT WHY NOT JOHANNESBURG? The City of Tshwane has taken decisive action against a Super Spar store operating at Denlyn Shopping Centre in Mamelodi, shutting it down for lack of a trading license. Despite receiving three

EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION: GIVING YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS THE OPPORTUNITY TO SHINE Young South Africans have immense potential and creativity, as seen in the inspiring story of Elihle Msomi and Sinazo Nzama, who developed the innovative Aqua Crusader AI robot to address