[File photo] The OPEC logo Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday the OPEC+ group of leading oil producers, including Russia projects rising global demand especially in the summer months, in comments suggesting the bloc may continue with large output hikes. The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, led by Russia, shocked…
Members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) seen outside one of the organisation’s offices. 3 minutes Some defence analysts have echoed concerns raised in Parliament this week that the underfunding of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is placing the country’s safety at risk. This week, Peace and Security Cluster Chairpersons briefed…
Gqeberha-based long distance runner Melikhaya Frans. 1 minute Gqeberha-based long distance runner Melikhaya Frans has won the ninth edition of the 1 City Marathon in Eastern Cape. The Nelson Mandela Bay’s flagship marathon saw over 2 000 athletics participate in the full, half, and 10-kilometre races respectively. Favourable weather conditions helped many runners to qualify for…
FILE | LEAP officers Police have arrested an alleged drunk driver who ran over and killed a City of Cape Town LEAP officer on Jakes Gerwel Drive at Samora Machel in Mitchell’s Plain. The off-duty officer had pulled over to assist police in a fatal hit-and-run incident. Police spokesperson, FC Van Wyk, says the LEAP…
A person being arrested Gauteng police have arrested more than 1 200 suspects during its high-density operation, Operation Shanela, in Vanderbijlpark in the Vaal, south of Johannesburg, overnight into this morning. Among those arrested were 964 wanted suspects, 253 for crimes against women and children, 59 undocumented immigrants and two suspects for possession of unlicensed…
Source: Reuters. While South Africa has faced economic challenges, the idea that local equity investments should be avoided in favour of rand-hedge or offshore stocks is flawed. However, the reality tells a different story. Since October 2020, the FINI 15 index, which includes major South African financial firms and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) like…
The 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek was found undressed on the staircase of his complex where he lived. 2 minutes 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek, whose bruised body was found near his home in Fleurhof, west of Johannesburg, has been laid to rest. The boy was found dead on the staircase of the complex where he lived in Fleurhof,…
Minister of International Relations and Co-operation, Ronald Lamola. International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, says South Africa will continue to advocate for peace on the global stage. Lamola was briefing the media on recent developments relating to the implementation of South Africa’s foreign policy in Pretoria this afternoon. He says the conflicts on the…
Communications and Digital Technology Minister, Solly Malatsi 2 minutes Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has defended his decision to withdraw the SABC Bill. The decision has triggered mixed reaction. Malatsi used his Ministerial power to notify the National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza about the withdrawal of the Bill. The Bill seeks to repeal…
Complainant Andiswa Mengo testifies at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal probing sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge on January 20, 2025. 3 minutes WARNING: This report includes testimony of a sexual nature that may upset some readers The cross-examination of Judges’ Secretary Andiswa Mengo saw her credibility being brought into question before…
