Bishop Lavis residents call for urgent measures as violence escalates
Members of the South African National Defence Force are stationed in the Cape Flats on…
Bishop Lavis residents call for urgent measures as violence escalates
Members of the South African National Defence Force are stationed in the Cape Flats on 03 April 2026. The community of Kalkesteenfontein in Bishop Lavis on the Cape Flats has called for urgent intervention as gang violence and crime continues to claim lives in the area. This comes after the deployment of the army in crime-ridden areas on the Cape…
Gavin Hunt targets top eight in Richards Bay clash
Stellenbosch FC coach Gavin Hunt. Stellenbosch FC coach Gavin Hunt is taking a cautious approach to their match against Richards Bay FC this evening, although he knows three points would see them break into the top eight for the first time this season. While they lost their last three matches on the spin, Hunt noted…
Tshwane deputy police chief denies approving Gubis85 contract
Tshwane Metro Deputy Police chief, Commissioner Sean Bolhuis has testified at the Madlanga Commission that he never gave permission for allocation of work to Gubis85 Solutions. Gubis85 solutions is one of three security companies that is being investigated for alleged irregular tender procurement. Evidence before the Commission has also revealed that Gubis85 solutions got the…
Kaizer Chiefs down Orbit in Gqeberha
Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Lebohang Maboe in action. Kaizer Chiefs produced a dominant second-half display to claim a 3-1 victory over Orbit College in their Betway Premiership clash at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha. Orbit made the brighter start and threatened early, with Thabang Mahlangu striking the upright inside the opening 10 minutes as…
New e-hailing regulations will professionalise the sector: Analyst
Bolt e-hailing vehicle The new regulations that requires e-hailing services to among others, brand their vehicles and have panic buttons will ensure visibility and safety. These are the sentiments of Transport Analyst from North West University Dr Olebogeng Baikgaki. The regulations, which came into effect in March, are contained in the National Land Transport Amendment…
Free State scholars stranded as drivers down tools over non-payment
A school bus. Thousands of learners in the Free State have been left stranded after scholar transport operators downed tools over non-payment. Operators say they have not been paid since January and are now facing severe financial strain. Nearly 10,000 learners are affected and have been forced to find alternative transport. The operators say they…
CRL Rights Commission urges churches to avoid dangerous practices
A bible seen opened at a church. The Chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission, Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva, has urged church leaders to avoid promoting practices that could endanger people’s lives. The commission was established to protect and promote cultural, religious, and linguistic community rights in South Africa. Its call follows reports that members of Ikhaya Labafundi…
Government working to avoid Post Office liquidation: Solly Malatsi
FILE: South African Post Office (SAPO). Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi says liquidation of the South African Post Office is something his department is working to avoid. Malatsi was speaking on the sidelines of the official opening of the Liquid G Experience Centre led by Google in Midrand. He says the Post…
Naledi Pandor installed as Nelson Mandela University Chancellor
New Nelson Mandela University Chancellor Naledi Pandor. South African politician, educator and academic Naledi Pandor has been installed as the new chancellor of the Nelson Mandela University in the Eastern Cape. Pandor, who held several high-ranking ministerial positions in government, succeeds Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi, who completed two terms as chancellor. The Deputy Chairperson of the Council,…
Police on high alert as service delivery protest erupts in Qweba
FILE | Burning tyres during a protest. Eastern Cape police say they are on high alert, monitoring an ongoing service delivery protest in Qweba formerly known as Kirkwood. The protest, allegedly led by taxi operators, has resulted in the blockage of all entry and exit roads in the town. Authorities have warned that if the…
