Nomvula Dlamini
Nomvula Dlamini is Africa Pulse Media's political correspondent in Johannesburg, South Africa. She covers national and provincial politics with a focus on governance, party dynamics and policy impact. She files timely dispatches, probes legislative debates and holds officials to account, drawing on local networks and a background in civic reporting to explain how decisions affect everyday South Africans.
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South Africa's Comedy Festival Draws Thousands, Showcases Diverse Voices
Festival brings together established and emerging comedians across South Africa's major cities
South Africa's Essential Services Outpace Inflation; Families Face Prolonged Squeeze
Utility and food costs outpace inflation, straining household budgets across the nation
Gaza's Medical Crisis Deepens as Displaced Palestinians Face Long-term Care Gap
Humanitarian agencies struggle to deliver aid as Palestinians face blocked access to medical care and basic services.
Millions Face Displacement as African Leaders Tackle Continent's Conflict Crisis
Continental leaders convene to address mass displacement and security threats across Africa
Gaza Residents Face Survival Crisis as South Africa Presents New Evidence to ICJ
Humanitarian crisis deepens as legal accountability mechanisms face enforcement challenges.
South Africa's Largest Union Leaves Election Choice to Members, Not Party
Labor federation empowers member unions to make independent electoral choices
Public Funds Unaccounted For as World Cup Delegation Spending Questioned
Accountability gaps emerge over delegation composition and unexplained travel expenses
South Africa targets millions of jobless with private sector push for faster hiring
Government and private sector collaborate to tackle unemployment and boost economic growth through targeted sectoral investment.
African Nations Push to Keep Critical Mineral Wealth at Home, Create Local Jobs
Coordinated continental strategy aims to shift Africa's mineral wealth into domestic jobs and industrial capacity.
South Africa's Infrastructure Crisis: Millions Wait as Public Services Crumble
Feasibility delays and funding gaps block critical services for millions of South Africans.
South Africa's Freedom Day Marks Three Decades of Democratic Hope, Unfinished Economic Pro
Workers and communities gather to honor labor legacy amid persistent economic inequality
South Africa's Power Utility Blacklists Over 100 Suppliers in Crackdown on Fraud and Corru
State utility blacklists suppliers over integrity breaches affecting public electricity access
Citibank Taps JPMorgan Executive to Reshape South Africa Banking Operations
Global banks compete for talent as leadership shifts reshape South Africa's financial landscape
South Africa's Hockey Dreams Crushed in World Cup Eliminations
Both South African hockey teams exit championship contention after consecutive losses.
US-South Africa Health Research Resumes After NIH Secures Funding Exemption
NIH secures exemption allowing continued research funding despite Trump administration freeze on South Africa aid.
Joblessness Surges Past 8.5 Million; South Africa Faces Deepening Economic Crisis
Millions face joblessness as structural economic crisis deepens across households
Southern Africa's Power Crisis: Why Millions Lack Electricity Despite Surplus Capacity
Transmission gaps trap surplus power while citizens face daily blackouts
Mass Expulsions Uproot South Africa's Most Vulnerable; Churches Face Fracturing Communitie
Xenophobic expulsions displace thousands of migrants and church workers across South Africa.
South Africa's Evening Power Crisis: Why Solar Storage Technology Remains Overlooked
Overlooked thermal storage technology could address nightly power shortages at lower cost than alternatives.
South Africa's jobless crisis deepens: millions trapped in years-long unemployment
Prolonged joblessness delays household formation and wealth-building for millions of young adults.
South Africa urges US to end Cuba embargo, citing harm to public health and development ac
South Africa calls for lifting US sanctions to expand health and development cooperation with Cuba
South Africa's jobless crisis deepens: 8.5 million out of work as unemployment hits 13-yea
Millions face prolonged joblessness as economic capacity fails to match workforce growth
KFC Puts Young Cricket Hopefuls Through Elite Training to Build South Africa's Future Benc
Grassroots cricket programme demonstrates pathway from youth participation to elite national representation.
Africa's governance crisis threatens millions of jobs and economic opportunity
Weak governance and policy instability block investment needed for jobs and economic growth across the continent.
Grassroots Voices Shape Africa's New Push to Stop Conflicts Before They Spread
Community peacemakers push African leaders to strengthen early warning systems and conflict prevention networks.
Autopsy findings trigger murder probe into deaths of two teenagers at Mpumalanga lodge
Police shift investigation to murder probe after post-mortem results reveal strangulation
Parliament Scrutinizes Rail Safety and Accountability as Millions Depend on Train Service
Parliament examines PRASA governance and accountability after allegations of criminal involvement in rail procurement.
South Africa's Female Athletes Power Nation to 11th Place Finish at Glasgow Games
Women athletes deliver 11 medals as South Africa finishes 11th at Commonwealth Games
South African artist cancels Nigeria show as immigration tensions escalate between nations
Boycott pressure over xenophobia silence forces artist to pull Nigeria concert date.
South Africa Gets Historic Rugby Chance: All Blacks Return After 30 Years
New Zealand's rugby team visits South Africa for matches across five cities and a historic women's fixture.
Weak Rand Keeps Import Costs High as South Africans Face Persistent Pressure
Currency weakness continues to strain household budgets across the country
South Africa's AI Rules Fracture Into Patchwork; Public Faces Uneven Protections
Sector-led approach replaces unified rules, leaving citizens with fragmented AI protections.
France and Italy reshape Africa ties; what's at stake for European households
European investment strategies reshape competition for African markets and resources.
African Leaders Set Digital Access Rules Affecting Millions of Citizens
Continental telecommunications ministers chart Africa's digital governance and infrastructure priorities.
South Africa's Economic Shift Leaves Millions Without Access to High-Wage Jobs
Structural economic shift leaves millions unable to access available jobs.
South Africa Grieves Loss of Two Young Athletic Stars; Sports Community Mourns
Two promising athletes' deaths prompt national reflection on public investment in sport
Bedfordshire triple murder suspect faces firearms charge in South Africa before extraditio
Suspect detained in South Africa on weapons charge pending extradition for UK homicides
South Africa's Police System Faces Public Trust Crisis as Citizens Demand Accountability
Institutional failures expose deep rifts between constitutional promises and public experience with law enforcement.
South Africa's Public Services Face Trust Crisis as Citizens Demand Reliable Water, Power,
Majority of South Africans lose confidence in government's ability to deliver essential services.
Young Soccer Star Jayden Adams Dies at 25; South Africa Mourns Rising Talent
Midfielder's sudden death at 25 leaves South African football community in shock
South Africa's Deportation System Overwhelmed; 45,000 Migrants Processed in Months
Border authority faces critical resource gaps amid surge in deportations.
South Africa's Anti-Migrant Crisis Displaces Thousands Seeking Safety
Xenophobic violence forces African migrants and citizens into deepening conflict amid state abandonment.
Court bid seeks accountability in Tshwane security spending amid conflict of interest clai
Legal challenge seeks stricter accountability for undisclosed financial interests in municipal contracts
Police Deny False Claims in Custody Death; Misinformation Alert Issued
Authorities reject social media claims linking custody death to immigration tensions
Weakening Dollar Lifts Rand, but South Africa's Economic Outlook Remains Uncertain
Currency gains offer temporary relief amid persistent global headwinds
U.S. Opens Door to 17,500 Afrikaner Refugees While Restricting Others Worldwide
Refugee policy rooted in contested claims strains U.S.-South African relations and divides global opinion.
African entrepreneurs gain first continental voice at global coworking summit
Cape Town hosts first continental coworking conference for African entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Science Month Expands Across South Africa, Bringing Research and Innovation to Local Commu
Government expands science engagement to reach all South Africans through month-long initiative.
Police Fraud Case: Court Blocks Lenient Deal, Orders Harsher Sentence for Public Protectio
Court rejects lenient fraud settlement, imposes stricter sentence to protect public accountability.
Africa Builds Its Own Tech Future as South Africa Becomes Digital Hub
South Africa positions itself as Africa's technology innovator, not importer, with stakes for public services and employment.
Nation Rallies Behind Proteas Women After World Cup Final Loss to England
South Africa honors team's tournament performance despite final defeat to England
Street Vendors Warned of Safety Risk as Immigration Tensions Peak Tuesday
Working people in informal commerce face safety risks amid escalating anti-immigration unrest.
Millions Face Rising Abduction Risk as South African Province Battles Surging Crime Wave
Kidnapping epidemic spreads across Gauteng's major cities, forcing residents to reassess daily security
African Nations Launch Mass Evacuation as South Africa's Xenophobic Crisis Deepens
Regional governments facilitate citizen evacuations amid rising anti-immigrant tensions
South Africa Faces Critical Talent Vacuum as Cybersecurity Roles Multiply Faster Than Work
Industry grapples with unfilled positions amid accelerating corporate technology investment.
Record-Breaking Tourist Influx Puts South Africa Ahead of Global Travel Disruptions
South Africa's tourism surge outpaces global travel challenges and regional headwinds.
Youth in South Africa Turn to Bitcoin as Economic Desperation Deepens
Cryptocurrency adoption surges among jobless youth seeking financial alternatives.