Ballot box. South Africans have been urged to consider merit and performance when choosing political parties ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) in the Eastern Cape has brought together governance experts, civil society and the media in Gqeberha, to examine how coalition politics and the growing number of political…
Mclaren’s Oscar Piastri 1 minute McLaren took another stride towards a first Formula One constructors’ title in 26 years on Saturday as Oscar Piastri won the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race in a one-two with teammate Lando Norris after swapping places at the chequered flag. The lead over Ferrari, who had Carlos Sainz finish fourth…
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson speaking in Parliament. Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson says the report by PwC in the controversial R800 million Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) Oxygen plant tender, awarded by the Independent Development Trust (IDT), represents a monumental failure in governance and adherence to the IDTs policies…
Businessman Brown Mogotsi testifying at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, 18 November 2025. The Madlanga Commission in Pretoria will today continue with cross examination of North-West businessman Brown Mogotsi. The commission yesterday heard how Mogotsi allegedly lied about being employed in Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s office. This was for an application for a warrant to…
FILE | Fire extinguishers seen on the ground as shacks burn. The City of Cape Town’s Risk Disaster Management Centre has established an onsite joint operation centre in Du Noon to co-ordinate recovery efforts from the fire. A fire broke out at the Site 5 informal settlement earlier Friday destroying a number of structures. Spokesperson…
Zuma-Sambudla in court 2 minutes Members of the MK Party have arrived at the Durban Magistrate’s Court to attend the appearance of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, the daughter of former president Jacob Zuma. Zuma-Sambudla is appearing in court for cases believed to be related to the July 2021 civil unrest. Members of the MK Party, who are…
In a statement, festival co-ordinator Mercy Mangwana Nyamhunga expressed delight over the quality of the work of the filmmakers. THE European Film Festival Zimbabwe has announced the shortlisted filmmakers and actors for the fifth edition of the BIOSKOP! Short Film Competition. This year’s competition, themed Beyond Boundaries: Empowering Women Through Film and Staying Connected, showcases…
(File Image) Members of the South African Police Service salute while on parade. 2 minutes Parliament’s portfolio committee on Police says it is concerned about the delay of consequence management to the South African Police Service including the VIP Protection Unit of Deputy President Paul Mashatile. This follows allegations that Mashatile’s VIP Protection Unit officers…
1 minute The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) says it has rejected Eskom’s 36% tariff increase application. The power utility applied for a substantial increase in August. Nersa says its decision to reject the application comes after consultation with stakeholders. There was widespread criticism of Eskom’s tariff increase application. Eskom had asked for a 36 %…
Phoenix community members stage a peaceful demonstration against violence, August 1, 2021. Families of the 36 people who died during the alleged racially-motivated attacks in Phoenix, north of Durban, during the July 2021 riots, say they want justice for their loved ones. They were speaking in Phoenix during an event organised by the Commission for…
