Koeberg Nuclear Power Station Unit 2 Eskom has reported a profit of R24-billion for the first six months, ending in September 2025. The improvement in the power utility’s financial and operational performance has been attributed to the successful implementation of the turnaround strategy, as well as decisive and effective leadership. Eskom’s interim financial result…
Tembisa Hospital. A member of the Hawks, Papie Tsie, and a Tembisa Hospital official, Zacharia Chisele, are expected to apply for bail in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. They are facing corruption charges. Tsie and Chisele allegedly attempted to bribe a Hawks officer who is part of a team that is investigating corruption allegations…
File Image | Minibus taxis at a road block. The South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) says it is ramping up its Hlokomela campaign to protect commuters this festive season. The programme runs until January 13th 2026, and includes roadworthiness checks, safety activations, and engagements with taxi operators across the country. Santaco will be active…
The National Health Department says its efforts to track those who have tested positive for HIV and those who have stopped taking medication have started to show positive results. This, as South Africa joins other countries in commemorating World Aids Day today. Deputy President Paul Mashatile is leading the national event at the Masemola Stadium in…
World Aids Day 1st December. World AIDS Day, observed every December 1st, serves as a moment to emphasise the importance of ongoing support for people living with HIV, to raise awareness about the full range of HIV prevention options, and to honour those who have lost their lives to HIV-related illnesses. The infographic below highlights…
Rain on a car windscreen The South African Weather Service has urged the public to take weather warnings seriously, as they play a critical role in reducing the risk of injury, loss of life or property damage. This after severe thunderstorms left a trail of damage across Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga, after a level 4 warning…
Benches inside the court The case against five suspects allegedly linked to the recruitment of South Africans to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war has been postponed to next Monday for a formal bail application. South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) Freelance presenter Nonkululeko Mantula, Thulani Mazibuko, Xolani Ntuli, Siphamandla Tshabalala and Sifiso Mabena briefly appeared before…
Former Ekurhuleni City Manager Dr. Imogen Mashazi Retired Ekurhuleni Metro City manager Dr Imogen Mashazi has placed suspended police chief Jabulani Mapiyeye at the centre of alleged sexual harassment cases in the metro police department. Dr Mashazi has accused Mapiyeye of abuse of power by allegedly sleeping with his subordinates and fathering children with them….
Bullets seen at the crime scene. Three alleged suspects have been shot dead and three others injured in a shootout with police at Phelandaba in Manguzi, northern KwaZulu-Natal. The incident took place last night. Police say the suspects were wanted for three murders, which were committed in the areas in 2023 and another which happened…
A nurse hands out a red ribbon to a woman, to mark World Aids Day. The South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) says efforts are under way to secure funding for HIV/AIDS programmes. This follows the recent cut in grants from the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). SANAC’s comment comes as the world…
