Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has sent his best wishes to the Class of 2025 ahead of their first National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, which kicks off on Tuesday. A total of 188 000 candidates have registered to write the exams across the province, taking place at just over 1 000 centers,…
A police officer conducting a search on an individual during multidisciplinary Operation Shanela. North West Police have given an update on the launch of their Safer Festive Season Operation that seeks to combat crime over the festive season. It was launched in Kanana Township near Klerksdorp in the North West. The operation started at the…
University of Fort Hare’s main campus in the Eastern Cape. The University of Fort Hare in the Eastern Cape will resume teaching online from Monday following the recent violent unrest and destruction of property on its campuses. Students have been calling for SRC elections and a change in university management – among other things. Management…
Sanlam Marathon, Cape Town. The much-anticipated Cape Town marathon has been cancelled due to bad weather. The marathon which was supposed to have taken place on Sunday morning, has been cancelled due to safety concerns after gale force winds blew over temporary structures along the route which could’ve jeopardised the safety of runners and spectators….
Temu logo. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has partnered with the National Consumer Commission in issuing a stern warning to foreign-owned online shopping platforms that fail to comply with South African laws and regulations. This comes after the department revealed that online platform, Temu has been advertising that it has an SA-based warehouse, despite…
Sanlam Marathon, Cape Town. Cape Town traffic authorities have cautioned the public about several road closures ahead of the Cape Town Marathon. The main race is set to take place on Sunday. Motorists are advised to avoid driving to the race start in Green Point due to road closures, heavy traffic, and limited parking. No-parking…
City of Johannesburg EMS truck. Joburg EMS firefighters have been attacked and their Fire Engine stoned in Soweto. City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services has expressed concern over the incident. EMS Spokesperson, Robert Mulaudzi, says the firefighters were responding to a call about a shack fire at the Motsoaledi informal settlement in Soweto when they…
University of the Free State Campus. The University of Free State says academic activities will continue on Monday following their suspension amid student protests. The QwaQwa campus was closed after damage to buildings on Monday following student protest over the phasing out of provisional registration. The University of the Free State Executive Committee, Institutional Representative Council, and Campus Student Representative…
A car spinning at an event The Lemo Fest Spin Explosion aims to keep young people busy and off the streets, according to the founder, Freddie Kenny. Kenny says the Bloemfontein-based festival is aimed at contributing to the revival of the township economy, under the theme “Re ya Kasi”. The festival is in its third…
[File Photo] Rugby balls on a field. The Lions have claimed their first United Rugby Championship win of the season at the fourth time of asking with a 29-18 bonus point win over Welsh side, the Scarlets at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. It was round four of the URC and after three weeks in Europe, the Lions were finally home and…
