On January 24, 2025, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Expropriation Bill into law, a move that has sparked widespread debate and significant political maneuvers within the country's Government of National Unity (GNU).
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s signing of the land expropriation bill, allowing for the expropriation of land without compensation, marks a pivotal moment in South Africa’s socio-economic landscape.
The signing of the Expropriation Act marks the end of all efforts to settle the four-year-old court battle between Saai and the Department of Land Affairs and Rural Development.
In his 2019 State of the Nation address, South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that he was creating a commission on the fourth industrial revolution (4IR).
South African products exported to the US will be hit by a 30% tariff from 7 August, President Donald Trump has announced.
South African farmers are critical to national food security, producing surplus food that supports both domestic needs and significant exports to less food-secure African countries.
Civilization and respect for others are what South Africa urgently needs.
South Africa has staunchly rejected a report published on the website of the US Department of State about human rights practices in the country.
For months, South African farmers watched the foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak spread while their cattle, businesses, and livelihoods came under increasing pressure.
Farming has changed dramatically over the past 50 years, especially with the introduction of modern technology, data systems, and advanced equipment.
South African farmers are among the most resilient people in the world. Every day they produce food, fibre, fuel, and raw materials while facing a growing list of challenges and uncertainties that are often beyond their control.
South Africa's battle against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) remains a major concern as new outbreaks continue to emerge across several provinces despite significant progress in vaccine procurement, laboratory capacity, and veterinary support.
Farm security remains one of the biggest concerns for rural communities across South Africa. While farmers continue to face challenges ranging from theft and vandalism to violent crime, many rural areas are increasingly relying on their own resources and community structures to help protect lives, property, and agricultural production.
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