LIVE : 16th BRICS Summit in Russia
1 minute Russia is expecting 22 leaders to attend the summit meeting of the BRICS, which accounts for 45% of the world’s population and 35% of the global economy. Livestream:
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Mbalula confident of full attendance at ANC’s Jan 8 statement in WC
ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula briefing the media. 1 minute ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says the party is confident that it will fill the Nelson Mandela Park Stadium in Khayelitsha in Cape Town to capacity on Saturday at its annual January 8 Statement celebration. Mbalula addressed the media at the facility on the party’s readiness…
Senior Hawks official nabbed on corruption charges
1 minute A senior Hawks officer stationed at the head office in Pretoria has been arrested on charges of corruption. The 54-year-old allegedly attempted to influence an investigating officer in a case concerning a ward councillor in Limpopo in 2022. Hawks Spokesperson Katlego Mogale says the suspect approached the police officer and allegedly requested assistance in helping…
Ogilvy celebrates two industry greats at the Loeries
Ogilvy is thrilled to celebrate two remarkable achievements at this year’s Loerie Awards. Kabelo Moshapalo, chief creative officer, assumes the role of chairperson at the Loeries, while Bridget Harpur, head of marketing for Volkswagen South Africa, receives the prestigious Marketing Leadership and Innovation Award.
President Ramaphosa doesn’t govern alone anymore: Aucamp
Deputy Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Andrew Whitfield. Democratic Alliance (DA) Spokesperson Willie Aucamp says it’s high time that President Cyril Ramaphosa realised that he does not govern alone anymore. His remarks followed what the DA calls the unjust firing of its member, Andrew Whitfield, as Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition. Aucamp says…
EC Health Dept hosts cataract marathon to fast-track backlogs
An opthalmologist performs cataract surgery on a patient . The Eastern Cape Department of Health says it will host a cataract surgery marathon on Thursday, in a bid to address backlogs. The initiative, which is an annual multi-day event, will fast-track surgeries for patients who have been on waiting lists for long periods. The program…
Committee awaits Ramaphosa’s decision on Minister Nkabane’s conduct
[FILE IMAGE]: Higher Education Minister Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane facilitates a high-level meeting between the South African government and Vice-Chancellors of public institutions at GCIS in Pretoria on Apr 15, 2025. The Select Committee on Education, Science and Creative Industries says it will wait for President Cyril Ramaphosa to take a decision regarding the Higher Education…
Taxi commuters in Lebowakgomo call on police to curb taxi violence
[FILE IMAGE]: Taxis parked at a taxi rank. Taxi commuters in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo, are appealing to the police to curb taxi violence in the area. Commuters coordinator Malose Modisha says they’re affected by the taxi conflict. The Lebowakgomo and Zebediela taxi associations are fighting over routes. Modisha says police must take action and arrest the…
Bail application of 12 SANDF soldiers accused of murder postponed
A South African National Defence Force soldier. The bail application of 12 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Special Task Force members accused of murdering Hawks investigator Lieutenant-Colonel Frans Mathipa has been postponed to next Friday for judgment. The Randburg Magistrate’s Court in Johannesburg heard closing arguments from both the defence and the state. The…
Masemola stresses SAPS’ commitment to mental well-being of members
General Fannie Masemola briefs the media National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has reiterated that the South African Police Service (SAPS) continues to prioritise the mental health and well-being of its members on a daily basis. This follows the hostage situation in Mamelodi East, which has left the community reeling and raised serious concerns about…