Fourth accused in Lusikisiki trial admits that he wasn’t assaulted
Alleged mastermind behind Ngobozana massacre Mzukisi Ndamase (46). Accused number four in the trial within…
ANC North West conference to take place despite some disputes
The ANC North West banner is seen during a Regional General Meeting. The African National Congress (ANC) regional conference is expected to commence in Christiana in the North West tomorrow despite being marred by disputes and allegations of irregularities. ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula issued the final verification report, and gave the region the go-ahead to…
Fourth accused in Lusikisiki trial admits that he wasn’t assaulted
Alleged mastermind behind Ngobozana massacre Mzukisi Ndamase (46). Accused number four in the trial within a trial of six men accused of brutally killing 18 people at Ngobozana village in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape, has admitted during cross-examination that he was not assaulted during questioning. Thirty-three-year-old Bonga Hintsa was under cross-examination by State Counsel Advocate Mfundo…
ANC confident KZN reshuffle won’t hurt election prospects
ANC leadership visiting KwaZulu-Natal. The African National Congress (ANC) says recent leadership changes in KwaZulu-Natal will not weaken its prospects ahead of the upcoming municipal elections. Earlier this month, veteran politician Jeff Radebe was removed as provincial convenor and replaced by Mike Mabuyakhulu. The party’s National Executive Committee, led by Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, is currently…
Prince Buthelezi Mall to boost jobs and rural economy in Empangeni
The new Buthelezi Centre brings fresh economic hope and job opportunities to the Empangeni community Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, says the opening of the revamped Prince Buthelezi Mall in Empangeni is set to play a meaningful role in stimulating the rural economy. The mall, formerly known as Greenhills Mall, has…
MISA welcomes fuel levy relief extension, upset by paraffin hike
Fuel pumps The Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) has welcomed government’s extension of the fuel levy relief. Drivers of petrol vehicles will continue to receive relief of R3 per litre, while drivers of diesel vehicles will benefit from a discount of R3.93 cents a litre. In March, government announced a temporary reduction in the fuel…
New desert insect species discovered in Richtersveld National Park
Scientists uncover rare, camouflaged weevils in Richtersveld National Park, highlighting the park’s hidden biodiversity and the importance of ongoing research. New insect species have been discovered in the Richtersveld National Park in the Northern Cape. International entomologists, Dr Massimo Meregalli from Italy and Dr Roman Borovec from the Czech Republic, have discovered several new species…
SANDF deployment supports policing, not a solution to crime: Cachalia
Police are seen alongside members of the army in Cape Town as part of efforts to fight crime in this image captured on 01 April 2026. The Acting Police Minister, Professor Firoz Cachalia, says the deployment of soldiers in some provinces to assist police cannot be seen as a remedy to eradicate crime. Cachalia is…
Analysts warn fuel hike will hit economy despite extended levy relief
A woman pours petrol at a station. Analysts have pointed out that the anticipated fuel price hike in May will deal a blow to the economy despite the fuel relief measures extended by the government. This week, the National Treasury announced an extension of the general fuel levy relief in May. Motorists using petrol cars…
Cosatu urges unity amongst workers to defeat challenges
Cosatu’s leadership is seen during a media briefing on preparations of May Day celebrations in this image captured on 29 April 2026. Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) President Zingiswa Losi has highlighted job losses and the rising cost of living as primary challenges facing South African workers. Cosatu is finalising preparations for Friday’s…
Court sentences Mugabe to 24 months imprisonment, co-accused 3years
Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhodze appear in the Alexandra Regional Court in Johannesburg. Bellarmine Mugabe has been sentenced to 24-months in prison or a R400 000 fine for pointing a toy firearm, as well as 18 months imprisonment or a R200 000 fine for being in the country illegally. However, the charge of pointing a…
