Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni 2 minutes Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has dispelled the notion that the Cabinet Lekgotla has been the battleground to resolve disputes amongst GNU partners. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of that meeting which took place at the Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria on Wednesday, Ntshavheni says there…
Sasol Secunda CTL is a cornerstone of SA’s energy transition. Source: Horst Vogel/Flickr The plant is under pressure to reduce its emissions with the authors estimating that a carbon price of R2,000 per ton of CO2 in 2030 would be required to achieve South Africa’s NDC commitment. Sasol is also facing challenges with its process…
Mamelodi Sundowns FC players celebrate after scoring a goal. 2 minutes Former Mamelodi Sundowns captain, Hlompho Kekana, has tipped the Pretoria-based club to reach another CAF Champions League semi-final – this time at the expense of Tunisian giants, Esperance. The two teams will clash in a second leg quarterfinal match in Tunis on Tuesday evening….
The Gauteng Health Department says it is closely monitoring health facilities across Johannesburg that are affected by Rand Water’s ongoing maintenance work. Some of the health facilities impacted by this include Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic, Helen Joseph hospitals, and Hillbrow Community Health Centre. The department’s Motalatale Modiba says some of the healthcare facilities are using…
NSRI search and rescue respond to a distress call. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) says it attended to four successful rescue operations over the weekend. NSRI spokesperson Craig Lambinon says the rescue missions included a fishing craft, a sailing yacht and a kite boarder. Lambinon says the NSRI crew was activated offshore in Strand…
Police in uniform at a crime scene. 2 minutes The KwaZulu-Natal violence monitor, Mary de Haas, has attributed ongoing criminal impersonations of police officers to poor management in the South African Police Services. Authorities in the province have raised serious concerns over the issue. This also follows an increase in illegal activities, including robberies at homes, particularly…
Passengers at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Border Management Authority says they have intensified security measures at border posts to ensure safety of delegates and visitors. This as the country is days away from hosting the G20 Leaders’ Summit. Speaking at the BMA conference at the CSIR in Pretoria, Commissioner Michael Masiapato said technology…
[File photo] Shoppers look for items as they shop at an outlet of retailer 1 minute The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (Giwusa) has expressed outrage over the government’s handling of the cost of living crisis in South Africa. The latest Household Affordability Index report reveals that citizens spend more than 57% of…
The four-day tournament is featuring 22 teams from USA, Mozambique, France and the United Kingdom amongst others. 2 minutes Female elderly citizens and football players have expressed happiness in taking part in the bi-annual international grannies tournament being held at Nkowankowa Stadium, outside Tzaneen in Limpopo. The four-day tournament is featuring 22 teams from USA,…
Stock image of a burning house. Three children aged between two and four have tragically lost their lives after a fire broke out in a one-roomed house at Itsani village in Limpopo. Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba says firefighters found the children burnt beyond recognition after putting out the blaze. Ledwaba adds that the cause…
