LIVE: Deputy President Mashatile responds to questions in the NCOP
Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s livestream. Deputy President Paul Mashatile responds to Questions for Oral Reply in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP). LIVESTREAM:
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Former MP Vincent Smith gets 7 years for fraud and corruption
Former MP Vincent Smith Former Member of Parliament (MP) Vincent Smith has been sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment by the High Court in Johannesburg. This is after reaching a plea and sentence agreement with the state. Smith pleaded guilty to several charges, including corruption and fraud. Other charges were of money laundering and the Contravention…
England have belief and skills to take down India: Brook
England’s Harry Brook celebrates after reaching his century. England are drawing confidence from a run of tight victories ahead of their Twenty20 World Cup semi-final against India, captain Harry Brook said, adding that his team’s resilience would be a key factor on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium. England’s route to the last four has not…
W Cape calls for urgent livestock movement permitting system
Cattle grazing on a farm. The Western Cape government has urged the national Department of Agriculture to urgently finalise the implementation of the livestock movement-permitting system. Premier Alan Winde met with his provincial and municipal leaders earlier this week for an update on the province’s response to the national outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth disease. Winde says…
UJ, Wits students raise alarm over deepening accommodation crisis
As the 2026 academic year kicks off, students at the University of Johannesburg and the University of the Witwatersrand are sounding the alarm over a worsening accommodation crisis that threatens not only their academic success, but also their safety and overall well‑being. Across South Africa, the demand for student housing continues to far outstrip supply….
‘Crude oil price jump due to Middle East conflict increases inflation risks’
Brent crude barrel The ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to stoke uncertainty in global financial markets, as investors weigh the risk of supply disruptions. The price of Brent Crude Oil jumped close to 84 dollars per barrel, marking its highest-level since July 2024. The US and Israel’s collaborative attack on Iran, which resulted…
Motorists warned that persistent rain has left Gauteng roads slippery
File image| Raindrops on a car’s windscreen. Gauteng motorists have been urged to exercise caution after persistent rainfall left many roads across the province wet and slippery, increasing the risk of crashes. Provincial Traffic Police spokesperson Sello Maremane says traffic officers are monitoring conditions and remain on standby to respond to any weather-related emergencies. …
LIVE: TRC Cases | Khampepe Commission of Inquiry
The TRC Cases Inquiry, probing efforts to stall the investigation and prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators, is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg. LIVE STREAM:
LIVE: Africa Energy Indaba 2026
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers keynote address at the Africa Energy Indaba 2026 that takes place in Cape Town, South Africa. LIVE STREAM:
New Zealand thrash Proteas by 9 wickets to reach T20 World Cup final
New Zealand’s Finn Allen and Rachin Ravindra celebrate after the match South Africa are out of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. After bossing the tournament, winning seven out of seven, the Proteas froze when it mattered most. New Zealand, soundly beaten by the South Africans in the group stage,…