Emma Botha

Bitter Harvest: South African Citrus Faces US Tariff Threat

South Africa's bright citrus groves, full of juicy oranges and lemons, face a big threat from a possible 30% US…

4 months ago

Opening New Doors: How Township Travel Is Being Redefined in South Africa

Township travel in South Africa is changing in exciting ways, making holidays possible for many who couldn’t afford them before.…

4 months ago

Parliament’s Defining Season: Budget Battles, Eskom’s Future, and the Work of Oversight

South Africa’s Parliament in 2025 is busy making big decisions about the country’s money and the future of Eskom, the…

4 months ago

Strained Streets and Unheard Voices: The Service Delivery Crisis in Blue Downs

In Blue Downs, people protested loudly because basic services like water, garbage collection, and road repairs were not happening properly…

4 months ago

Geneva 2025: Women, Parliaments, and the Future of Global Leadership

The Geneva 2025 Summit brought together women leaders from parliaments all over the world to talk about how women are…

4 months ago

Parliament Under Fire: South Africa’s Struggle for Accountability in the Face of Security Scandal

In 2025, South Africa’s Parliament faced a huge crisis when top police official Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused Minister Mchunu of secretly…

4 months ago

Cape Town vs. National Government: A Battle for Local Power in Public Procurement

Cape Town is fighting the national government over a new law that centralizes control of how cities buy goods and…

5 months ago

Warmth, Risk, and Resilience: The Story of LPG in South Africa’s Homes

In South Africa, LPG cylinders warm many homes during chilly winter nights, bringing comfort and hope to families big and…

5 months ago

A City’s Conscience on Trial: The Case of Shamiema Jacobs and the Complexities of Justice in Cape Town

The case of Shamiema Jacobs in Cape Town has stirred deep emotions and fierce debate, as she faces charges of…

5 months ago

Cricket’s Rising Sun: Hope and Transformation on the Cape Flats

Cricket is shining a bright light on the Cape Flats, a place often shadowed by violence and hardship. On dusty…

5 months ago

Whistle Masters and Rivalries: The Referee Story at the 2025 Rugby Championship

The 2025 Rugby Championship features a star lineup of experienced referees from six countries, led by New Zealand’s Ben O’Keeffe,…

5 months ago

Cape Town 2050: Charting a Bold Urban Future

Cape Town’s Vision 2050 is a bold plan to build a fairer, greener, and more connected city. The city aims…

5 months ago

Shadows and Light: Allegations, Integrity, and the Fragile Trust in South Africa’s Judiciary

In South Africa, shocking claims have surfaced that some judges, police, and crime groups might be secretly working together. This…

5 months ago

Shadows and Sanctuary: Life at Wingfield Refugee Camp in Cape Town

Life at Wingfield Refugee Camp in Cape Town is tough but filled with hope. About 160 refugees from countries like…

5 months ago

Mossel Bay Set to Shine: UIPM Biathle, Triathle, and Laser Run World Championships 2025

In December 2025, Mossel Bay in South Africa will light up the world stage by hosting the UIPM Biathle, Triathle,…

7 months ago

New Beginnings and Old Debates: White South Africans Seek Refuge in America

A group of white South Africans, mainly Afrikaner farmers, have moved to America seeking safety amid fears of violence tied…

7 months ago