Dikeledi Magadzi The African National Congress(ANC) says the death of former MP and Deputy Minister Dikeledi Magadzi marks the loss of a trusted organiser and public servant. The party has highlighted her years of leadership at the highest levels of the ANC and government, saying she approached every role with a deep sense of duty and…
People can look forward to warm weather in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) as they prepare for their New Year’s Eve celebrations, with temperatures dropping slightly on New Year’s Day. Hot conditions can be expected on Wednesday in the north of the province. However, South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecaster Thandiwe Gumede adds that there is a chance…
Former Gauteng Health MEC, Brian Hlongwa funeral. African National Congress (ANC) Deputy President Paul Mashatile is delivering the eulogy at the funeral service for former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa. His funeral service is being held at the Walter Sisulu Hall in Randburg in Johannesburg. LIVESTREAM:
An image for GBV awareness As the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) persists, South African social media has been flooded with purple profile profile as a symbol of solidarity against the crisis. Recent quarter crime statistics paint a grim picture, recording more than 9 200 rape cases – averaging 103 women raped every…
ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi. The former Deputy Minister of Transport and Water and Sanitation, Dikeledi Magadzi, will be laid to rest in a Category Two Official Provincial funeral in Polokwane on Saturday. Magadzi served in various roles in the national government and the Limpopo provincial government. She died on Sunday at the…
Bottles of alcohol seen on a table. Social justice organisation Soul City has expressed concern over what it calls South Africa’s casual view of alcohol. This follows a viral social media video showing a woman allegedly giving alcohol to minors on Christmas Day. The video sparked widespread outrage and dialogue on alcohol regulation in the…
African National Congress Cadre Dikeledi Magadzi has passed. “It is with a deep sense of sadness that we inform you of the passing on of Cde Dikeledi Magadzi this morning 28th December 2025,” says a statement from the African National Congress’ (ANC), Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula. The African National Congress (ANC) is deeply saddened and mourns…
Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko. Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko says Brian Hlongwa’s legacy cannot be overshadowed by the allegations of corruption that were brought against him. At the time of his death, Hlongwa was facing corruption and money laundering charges from irregular contracts during his tenure as Health MEC between 2006-2009. The trial was…
Fireworks seen on the picture above. Animal welfare organisations are cautioning pet owners to take the necessary steps to ensure animals are protected against traumatising noise caused by fireworks. The annual warning comes as many South Africans will mark the new year with the lighting of fireworks at midnight. General Manager for Animal Anti-Cruelty Durban…
Police are searching for suspects following a shooting incident in which three people were shot along the Nyongane Main Road in Hazyview on 30 December 2025. Police in Mpumalanga are investigating a case of double murder as well as attempted murder following a shooting incident at Nyongane Trust outside Hazyview. This after two men were…
