Six months on, Joburg Master’s office no better
Lawyers complain of backlogs, delays, inefficiency and corruption
By Seth Thorne
News | 17 August 2026
Decriminalise sex work bill back in Parliament years later
SWEAT and Asijiki Coalition welcome some progress by government
Brief | 17 August 2026
Court victory for Wild Coast activists
Apex court sets aside Shell and Impact Africa’s exploration right
Law | 14 August 2026
Why do Joburg’s taps keep running dry?
Poor management has caused frequent, prolonged water outages and left many families dependent on water tankers
By Seth Thorne
Feature | 14 August 2026
Lucky Montana no-show leaves his two properties legally frozen
The former PRASA boss was due to oppose a bid to freeze R15.75-million in properties he allegedly bought with proceeds of corruption
Law | 11 August 2026
Cold front strains electricity supply in Joburg
City Power says it is dealing with almost 3,700 power outage calls on Tuesday, mostly from Hursthill, Reuven and Lenasia
By Seth Thorne
News | 11 August 2026
Joburg city streets come alive for Women’s Day weekend
Hundreds of young people parade in bird costumes
Photo Essay | 11 August 2026
Chapter Nine commissioners are not workers, high court rules
Judge says public office bearers cannot claim employee-style benefits unless provided for in law
Law | 5 August 2026
Joburg refuse collection at a standstill as workers block Pikitup depots
Contract workers want the same rights as permanent workers
By Seth Thorne
News | 4 August 2026