LIVE: President Ramaphosa’s response to the SONA debate 2026
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Grace Mugabe distressed following son’s arrest in South Africa
Robert Mugabe’s son has been taken in for questioning. Former first lady of Zimbabwe, Grace Mugabe, is in distress following the arrest of her son in Johannesburg on Thursday afternoon. That’s according to sources who made the revelations to SABC News Specialist Correspondent Sophie Mokoena. Mugabe’s son and another man were arrested earlier today following the…
Former Zim president’s son arrested in shooting incident
A son of a former Zimbabwean president has been arrested in Johannesburg for allegedly shooting a security guard in Hyde Park, north of Johannesburg. The SABC understands the guard has been hospitalised following the incident. Details remain sketchy at this stage and police are currently at the home where the alleged shooting took place. BREAKING…
Fire breaks out at a chemical company in Germiston
[FILE IMAGE]: A firefighter truck. A fire broke out at a chemical company in Germiston, Ekurhuleni, this afternoon. The employees were evacuated from the premises and from other neighbouring companies. One person has sustained second-degree burns and is currently receiving medical treatment in the hospital. Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Services Spokesperson, William Ntladi, says, “Currently,…
Four Paws urges South Africans to sterilise their pets
Dogs playing together. Global animal welfare group, Four Paws, is challenging the nation to turn February into a month of action and compassion. This as part of celebrating National Love Your Pet Day on 20 February. The organisation calls on every community to make sterilisation a priority for responsible pet care. Director of Four Paws…
Lt-Gen Sibiya to resume testimony at Madlanga Commission
Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya will continue to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria. The suspended Deputy National Commissioner for Crime Detection began his highly anticipated testimony before the probe on Wednesday. He said he was surprised when Police Minister Senzo Mchunu issued a letter in which he ordered the disbandment of the Political…
Banyana Banyana beat Malawi 2-0 in COSAFA Cup
Banyana Banyana and Malawi players seen during a game at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. Banyana Banyana have kicked off their 2026 COSAFA Women’s Championship Cup campaign on a winning note at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium Polokwane, Limpopo. After a tight first half, the hosts broke the resistance of Malawi’s Scorchers in the…
Public sector unions mobilise against GEMS over 9.8% hike
National Union of Metalworkers (NUMSA) marching. Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April. Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate…
Unions mobilise against GEMS over 9.8% hike
National Union of Metalworkers (NUMSA) marching. Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April. Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate…
KZN raises alarms over rising lightning deaths in rural areas
Lighting strike. Disaster officials in KwaZulu-Natal say lightning deaths in rural communities are becoming a serious concern. Three people were killed by lightning in the Harry Gwala District this month during severe storms. A disaster management workshop for traditional leaders has been held in Pinetown, west of Durban. Disaster Management Spokesperson Bheki Phungula says the province loses an average…