Bohlokong community rallies behind Mokoena ahead of Afcon

Teboho Mokoena is set to represent South Africa on the continental stage. As Bafana Bafana prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), pride is growing in the Free State township of Bohlokong. One of their own, Teboho Mokoena is set to represent South Africa on the continental stage. Midfield maestro Teboho Mokoena joins the…

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High traffic at Beitbridge as BMA processes surge of travelers

[File Image]: Trucks at the Beitbridge border post. The Border Management Authority (BMA), at Beitbridge border post in Musina, Limpopo, says it’s processing high volumes of travelers, including trucks, at the port-of-entry. BMA commander in the northern region, Ntakuseni Lambani, acknowledges the high number of trucks coming from the South African side, saying it’s due…

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Banking ombud returns R60 million to fraud victims in 2025

The National Financial Ombud’s (NFO) Banking Division says most of the refunds were from fraud-related cases. The National Financial Ombud’s (NFO) Banking Division has returned more than R60 million to consumers in 2025, which is a significant increase from previous years. The NFO says most of the refunds were from fraud-related cases, particularly mobile and…

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Ramaphosa stresses national unity despite painful past

President Cyril Ramaphosa. President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised the importance of reconciliation and the celebration of oneness in the country, in spite of the painful history that exists. He also announced a plan to have the Day of Reconciliation celebrated in unity by all races as a national Day of Reconciliation. Reaffirming Reconciliation for Future…

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NDPP Inquiry ‘grill’ caught Batohi off guard: Legal analyst

National Director of Public Prosecution Advocate Shamila Batohi seen during a media briefing. Independent legal analyst Bophelo Seleke has weighed in on the National Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate Shamila Batohi‘s performance as a witness at the Nkabinde Inquiry. Batohi, who has accused Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate Andrew Chauke of making politically motivated prosecutorial…

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MPs on state of reconciliation 31 years into SA’s democracy

The Day of Reconciliation is marked every year in South Africa on 16 December. As the country reflects 31 years into democracy, Parliament’s Portfolio Committee Chairperson Joe McGluwa has called on citizens to reflect on the country’s shared history and confront inequalities that continue to divide society. Join the #ReconciliationDay2025 Commemoration on 16 December 2025 at…

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Reconciliation must be a continuous commitment: UDM

UDM party logo The United Democratic Movement says reconciliation in South Africa must be a sustained, continuous commitment, not a once-off event. The party’s message comes as the country marks the Day of Reconciliation, reflecting on unity, justice and equality. President Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at the national commemoration of the day at…

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