Members of the South African National Defence Force are stationed in the Cape Flats on 03 April 2026. The community of Kalkesteenfontein in Bishop Lavis on the Cape Flats has called for urgent intervention as gang violence and crime continues to claim lives in the area. This comes after the deployment of the army in crime-ridden areas on the Cape…
Tshwane Metro Deputy Police chief, Commissioner Sean Bolhuis has testified at the Madlanga Commission that he never gave permission for allocation of work to Gubis85 Solutions. Gubis85 solutions is one of three security companies that is being investigated for alleged irregular tender procurement. Evidence before the Commission has also revealed that Gubis85 solutions got the…
A school bus. Thousands of learners in the Free State have been left stranded after scholar transport operators downed tools over non-payment. Operators say they have not been paid since January and are now facing severe financial strain. Nearly 10,000 learners are affected and have been forced to find alternative transport. The operators say they…
A bible seen opened at a church. The Chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission, Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva, has urged church leaders to avoid promoting practices that could endanger people’s lives. The commission was established to protect and promote cultural, religious, and linguistic community rights in South Africa. Its call follows reports that members of Ikhaya Labafundi…
New Nelson Mandela University Chancellor Naledi Pandor. South African politician, educator and academic Naledi Pandor has been installed as the new chancellor of the Nelson Mandela University in the Eastern Cape. Pandor, who held several high-ranking ministerial positions in government, succeeds Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi, who completed two terms as chancellor. The Deputy Chairperson of the Council,…
FILE | Burning tyres during a protest. Eastern Cape police say they are on high alert, monitoring an ongoing service delivery protest in Qweba formerly known as Kirkwood. The protest, allegedly led by taxi operators, has resulted in the blockage of all entry and exit roads in the town. Authorities have warned that if the…
[FILE IMAGE]: Former President of Botswana, Festus Mogae. The family of the former president of Botswana, Festus Mogae, says they are grateful for the outpouring of love from the citizens of that country, following the hospitalisation of the former statesman. The government of Botswana released a statement on Tuesday, indicating that Mogae is being treated…
[FILE IMAGE]: Former President of Botswana, Festus Mogae. The family of the former president of Botswana, Festus Mogae, says they are grateful for the outpouring of love from the citizens of that country, following the hospitalisation of the former statesman. The government of Botswana released a statement on Tuesday, indicating that Mogae is being treated…
Minister Barbara Creecy pictured during a Lebombo Border Bridge visit in Mpumalanga. Minister Barbara Creecy pictured during a Lebombo Border Bridge visit in Mpumalanga. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has announced that more than R22 billion has been invested by South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) in the refurbishment of major national roads in Mpumalanga. She…
[FILE IMAGE]: Water in a swimming pool. The Emfuleni Municipality in the Vaal has announced the temporary closure of the Sharpeville Swimming Pool. This decision comes as they investigate the death of a 16-year-old boy who reportedly drowned after attempting a flip into the deep end of the pool on Saturday. Despite efforts by police and emergency services to resuscitate him, he…
