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There is a strong possibility that the next government that’s formed at national level in South Africa may be a coalition.

South Africa approves platinum mine despite community concerns GA-NGWEPE, South Africa — South Africa’s minister of mineral resources and energy has approved a platinum mine in the Vhembe Biosphere Reserve, underneath the homes of about 500 rural people in Ga-Ngwepe, Limpopo province. On Oct. 13, Minister Gwede Mantashe rejected an appeal by the farming community […]

Western discourses and ideologies centered around the nature of precolonial Africa often paint it as dark, tribalistic and barbaric.

Rate of spread of invasive species has ‘dramatically increased’

A study has found that heritage sites in South Africa's national parks are highly vulnerable to climate change and extreme weather events.

Wildlife enthusiasts are often globetrotters. The promise to see diverse species of animals fuels their desire to visit different countries.

Food loss and economies: Small-scale fishers will be holding a demonstration against offshore oil and gas exploration at Pepper Bay.

Executive chairman of the board and shareholder of the Miss Heritage Global pageant, Nhlanhla Shabangu, says the pageant is a passion project which stemmed from his appreciation for culture and heritage. Popularly known as one half of 90s R&B group Twins, Shabangu, who is now in property development, joined the pageant management eight years ago.

Only 16% of the population has access to electricity and therefore, the solutions to address the ongoing energy crisis present an opportunity to leave no one behind, writes Nqobile Xaba.

SANPARKS is doing research on an archaeological site whose findings may change South African history as we know it.