[FILE IMAGE]: Dried-out branches are seen amongst caked mud. Although rain has fallen in the Garden Route and Little Karoo regions of the Western Cape, it’s still not enough to stave off the current drought conditions. Several towns are experiencing water shortages as their dams and rivers run dry. Most municipalities have introduced water restrictions….
Scholar transport vehicle. Gauteng Transport MEC, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela is continuing her engagement with scholar transport operators, despite most of them boycotting the session in Johannesburg. The meeting was postponed last weekend, as the Joburg City Hall was too small to accommodate all operators. It has been moved to the University of Johannesburg’s Soweto Campus on…
Gauteng Transport MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela Gauteng Transport MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela says her department together the Education Department are responsible for ensuring that scholar transport operators have proper operating permits. She was meeting with operators to discuss safety compliance issues. Most scholar transport operators that were expected to be part of Diale Tlabe’s engagement at the…
A graphic depicting an arrest for murder. A woman, arrested in connection with the killing of an e-hailing driver in Pretoria West, is expected to appear in the Atteridgeville Magistrate’s Court on Monday. She’s facing charges including hijacking and murder. Police say the driver was overpowered inside his vehicle after picking up a man and…
Radio mic in a studio. Eastern Cape radio broadcasters believe that the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to assist with audience growth and make radio content more appealing, particularly to younger audiences. This comes as Radio Day celebrations continue globally. This year’s theme is Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a…
Barrier tape and gun cartridges. One person has been killed and three others wounded in a shooting at Table View in Cape Town. Police say the attack is believed to be taxi-related. They say officers were called to the crime scene, where they found the victims with gunshot wounds. Police spokesperson Wesley Twigg says, “The 39-year-old…
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi addressing SAPS members before the raid. Police in KwaZulu-Natal have conducted raids in crime hotspots in Durban in a major crackdown on illegal activities. Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi led the multi-agent operation targeting the Durban CBD and surrounding townships on Friday night. The operation targeted the Point area as well…
Residents filling up water bottles. Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo says the water crisis in South Africa is a deep-rooted issue that cannot be resolved instantly. Major cities like Johannesburg are seriously affected. Melville, Westdene, Brixton, and parts of Midrand have endured weeks without a consistent water supply, leading to frustration and widespread…
Dr Ferrus’ funeral service is under way at the VGK church in Worcester Internationally renowned South African poet, writer, and activist, Dr Diana Ferrus‘ funeral is underway at the VGK Church in Worcester, Boland. Ferrus died at the age of 72. Her poem “I’ve come to take you home” was a catalyst for the return…
The UNESCO logo is seen. The African World Heritage Fund says it will continue to ensure that the continent’s irreplaceable heritage is protected for future generations. This, as Africa navigates rapid development, climate change, and global uncertainty. UNESCO and the African Union founded the fund in 2006. Its aim is to address historic challenges, including…
