Eskom has received two licences for Koeberg Unit-1 and Unit-2 to allow continued operations for the next 20 years. Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says nuclear energy will continue to play a critical role in electricity generation in the country. [Pics] The Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa joined by…
One of the firearms recovered by police in this extortion case. Three suspects have been arrested in connection with an extortion group that has been terrorising community members in Mfuleni on the Cape Flats. Western Cape Police spokesperson, FC van Wyk says the arrests follow an intelligence-led operation on Friday. Van Wyk says the group…
The owner of a rehabilitation centre at Spitskop village outside Polokwane, Limpopo has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 22-year-old patient. This brings to six the number of suspects arrested. Police spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba says the suspects allegedly assaulted five patients who had escaped from the centre resulting in the death of…
Police in KwaZulu-Natal say they are searching for suspects after the burnt bodies of four people were found in two cars at Inanda Dam. Police say they responded to the scene in the Umatata area in Inanda on Saturday where two burnt-out vehicles were found. Police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda says upon arrival at the scene,…
A flooded river stream. Johannesburg Emergency Services have urged residents to avoid river streams used for baptisms and cleansing rituals, as heavy rains continue across the province. The South African Weather Services (SAWS) upgraded its Orange level 5 warning to Level 9 for heavy downpours. The rain is expected to cause localised flooding in parts…
Heavy downpours. Farmers in South Africa’s summer rainfall areas are getting ready for another season of above average rainfall. This follows heavy rainfall during the previous season, when many farmers were severely affected in terms of the quality of their grain and livestock diseases. Farmers and other agricultural role players in the North West province…
The South African Weather Service has upgraded its Orange level five warning for heavy downpours today. The rains could lead to localised flooding in some parts of Gauteng and Mpumalanga, to an orange Level 9 warning. The level five remains in place for the Free State, North West, and KwaZulu-Natal. Weather Forecaster Lehlohonolo Thobela is…
Franklin Sonn, former South African ambassador to the United States, has passed away at the age of 86. In a statement, President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of educator, diplomat and business leader Dr. Franklin Sonn who contributed significantly to different sectors of society and the economy. Franklin Sonn, former…
[File photo:] Farm workers tending to crops. The North West Department of Agriculture has made R23 million available to support grain farmers in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District, as the planting season kicks off. [WATCH] Emerging and commercial farmers in the North West have welcomed the launch of Agri Hub, which aims to enhance agricultural…
One lane has been opened following a tragic accident on the N8 where 41 were injured and 10 killed One lane has been opened for traffic flow on the N8 between Bloemfontein and Botshabelo following an accident involving a truck and an Interstate bus that claimed 10 lives. Traffic authorities say both vehicles were travelling…
