Sassa CEO, Busisiwe Memela-Khambula addressing 104 matric class of 2023, who excelled in their studies at UMlazi Cinema Hall in KwaZulu-Natal on February 23, 2024. 1 minute South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) CEO, Busisiwe Memela-Khambula has been suspended with full pay pending the outcome of the investigation into her appointment. Social Development Minister, Sisisi…
SABC Group Executive for News and Current Affairs, Moshoeshoe Monare ahead of an interview on Morning Live at Constitutional Hill in Johannesburg on April 26, 2024. 2 minutes The South African Broadcasting Corporation’s (SABC) Group Executive for News and Current Affairs, Moshoeshoe Monare has resigned. In a statement announcing his departure , the SABC says…
[File Image]: A man casts his vote during elections in South Africa. 1 minute The African National Congress (ANC), Democratic Alliance (DA) and Patriotic Alliance (PA) are contesting by-elections in Karoo Hoogland Municipality in Northern Cape. The highly contested ward 1 in Williston previously represented by the DA became vacant, after a councillor resigned. No…
A herd of elephant. 2 minutes Kruger National Park (KNP) authorities say there will be zero tolerance to transgressors this festive season. This after they have beefed up security to ensure that visitors adhere to the rules of the park. The park is expecting more than 270 000 visitors during this festive season period. Authorities…
1 minute Motorists have been advised to exercise caution as protest in Protea Glen, south of Johannesburg, disrupts traffic. The protest began early this morning after residents have been without water for over a week. They accused Joburg Water of failing to restore supply in the area. Residents have blocked the R558. Motorists have been…
Deputy President Paul Mashatile and Humile Mashatile arrive at Marlboro Community Hall in Sandton, ahead of the Centenary Fundraising Gala Dinner of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Southern Africa. 1 minute The office of Deputy President Paul Mashatile has announced that arrangements are under way to return a precious stone gifted to his wife, Humile…
2 minutes The Border Management Authority (BMA) has implemented a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption within its ranks, resulting in significant disciplinary actions over the past six months. Seven immigration officials have been dismissed, and three others placed under precautionary suspension as part of the BMA’s clean-up operations. Additionally, 43 officials are currently undergoing disciplinary proceedings….
Xiphos Protection Group vehicles. 1 minute The Bellville Regional Court has convicted Xiphos Security Services and its director, Philip Johannes October, on multiple charges related to tax evasion and fraud. Hawks Spokesperson Siyabulela Vukubi says the convictions followed a Section 112 plea agreement. The charges include fraud, tax evasion, and failure to pay taxes such…
President Cyril Ramaphosa briefs on foodborne illnesses 3 minutes President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will use its presidency of the G20 countries to harness global commitment to tackle the world’s challenges. Ramaphosa officially launched South Africa’s presidency in the G20 in Parliament on Tuesday. He says they will also achieve the Millennium development goals…
By-elections in Thabazimbi 2 minutes Voting is underway in the by-election at the dissolved Thabazimbi Local Municipality, in Limpopo. More than 51 000 registered voters are registered to cast their votes at 57 voting stations. Twelve wards became vacant when the council was dissolved in October following years of political instability. Voting started smoothly with…
