Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa speaking at an event. Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says the government is moving to make electricity more affordable with no load shedding expected this winter. Minister Ramokgopa says a new national electricity pricing policy is in the final stages of development. The aim is to create a…
The SAHRC sets up a station ahead of its load reduction inquiry. The Constitutional Court has told the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) that its absence of legally binding powers does not diminish its constitutional importance. Handing down judgment on Wednesday, the Constitutional Court ruled that the SAHRC cannot enforce its own directives. The…
File: Thunderstorm The embattled Nkomazi Municipality is assessing the extend of the damage caused by freak storm in Mbuzini, east of Malelane. The hail storm has left a trail of destruction leaving families in six villages destitute. More than 250 households have been damaged. It is the second devastating storm in the municipality in three…
Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong, Lesotho is aimed at helping South Africa to provide water. President Cyril Ramaphosa will join King Letsie the third and Prime Minister Samuel Matekane to officiate and co-launch the opening of the Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong, in Lesotho. This launch marks a landmark achievement under Phase Two of the Lesotho Highlands…
FILE | Nafiz Modack in the dock during a previous appearance. The Presiding Judge in the trial of alleged underworld crime boss, Nafiz Modack, in the Western Cape High Court has lambasted the defense for constant requests for postponements. Modack’s lawyer, Bashier Sibda, asked for a postponement, citing the unavailability of the witness. Modack, along…
FIFA World Cup Trophy seen on the image above. With 50 days remaining until the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA’s last-minute sales phase re-opens on Wednesday with tickets for all 104 matches available on a first-come, first-served basis. FIFA says more than five million tickets have already been sold, out of an expected…
President Cyril Ramaphosa officiates the launch of the Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong, Lesotho. His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa officiates the launch of the Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong, Lesotho. The project strengthens cooperation between South Africa and Lesotho. It improves access, supports development and connects communities. LIVE
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The Independent Police Union of South Africa is calling for the precautionary suspension of the National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola. Masemola is facing charges related to violating the Public Finance Management Act. This is in relation to a controversial 360-million-rand health tender linked to alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala. Masemola appeared in the Pretoria…
A South African Airways aircraft pictured at the Victoria Falls International Airport in Zimbabwe. On the eve of the appearance of the South African Airways (SAA) in Parliament to discuss its annual report, fresh calls for the airline to be closed or sold have resurfaced. This follows the entity’s release of its annual results for…
