[File image] A man in handcuffs. 2 minutes Seven suspects are expected to appear soon at the Clarens and Ficksburg Magistrate’s Courts, respectively, in the Free State, following their arrests in connection with an ATM bombing at Clarens. Police Spokesperson Mahlomola Kareli says four suspects were seen near the ATM located at a petrol station….
1 minute The Public Servants Association (PSA) in KwaZulu-Natal has welcomed the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) probe into alleged maladministration at the Ithala Development Finance Corporation. This follows a Prudential Authority report that found Ithala to be technically and legally insolvent, putting over 200 000 depositors at risk of losing their funds. KwaZulu-Natal PSA Provincial…
Thembisa resident in the East Rand blockade roads. The City of Ekurhuleni has suspended electricity disconnections for indigent households in Thembisa in the East Rand. This as tensions rise over a planned community shutdown. Executive Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has announced urgent measures following consultations with ward councillors and community representatives over concerns about the city’s…
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi The Head of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) Advocate Andrea Johnson has defended one of the investigators for being unable to do his work. This relates to allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lt-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi in Parliament that the investigator concerned was prevented to access crime intelligence information…
Source: Pexels But what do these announcements mean for markets? Schroders experts examine some of the key considerations for investors. Source: Supplied. Patrick Brenner, global head of multi-asset investments notes, “From a multi-asset perspective, we have a positive tactical view on Chinese equities to reflect the fact that the authorities are clearly focused on stimulus….
North-West University welcomes the Thabo Mbeki Foundation and distinguished guests for a landmark National Dialogue, July 5, 2025. The CEO of the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, Advocate Max Boqwana has clarified what will happen with the outcomes of the National Dialogue. He was participating in the National Dialogue Outreach Session at the University of the North…
President Cyril Ramaphosa at the handover ceremony at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Federative Republic of Brazil. 2 minutes President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s Presidency of the G20 also presents opportunities for small businesses and co-operatives. He says the rate of entrepreneurship in the country remains low by continental standards. I…
[FILE IMAGE]: Police officer displays a body cam. The government and the police are in the final stages of implementing the use of body cameras for officers. That’s according to Acting Deputy National Police Commissioner Lineo Nkhuoa. Nkhuoa says the budget for the purchase has been approved and allocated for the current financial year. She…
Former Acting National Director of Public Prosecutions Doctor Silas Ramaite. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry in Pretoria is expected to hear evidence from former Acting National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Doctor Silas Ramaite on Monday. He served as deputy for 15 years before President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed him to an acting…
[FILE IMAGE]: Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality. The African National Congress (ANC) in the North West has removed three of its councillors at the Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality, including Itumeleng Moarabi, who is currently fighting over the mayoral position with Dinah Pitso. Moarabi and Pitso both regard themselves as mayors of the municipality. This comes amid…
