[File photo] President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses Parliament. 2 minutes President Cyril Ramaphosa will have to provide a resoundingly clear message about South Africa’s position on diplomatic relations with other nations when he delivers the State of the Nation Address (SONA). That’s the view of political analyst Nkosikhulule Nyembezi, who weighs in on recent utterances made…
Ferrel Govender appears at the Durban Magistrate’s Court alongside his brother Darren. 2 minutes A Durban security tycoon charged with the murder of a 32-year-old man has been denied bail by the Durban Magistrate’s Court. Ferrel Govender, who denies the allegations, is charged alongside his brother Darren, who has been granted bail. The two, who…
Deputy Minister for Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe. 2 minutes Technical and Vocational Education Training colleges are crucial for South African youth to be educated, skilled and become entrepreneurs. This was said by Deputy Minister for Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, who was speaking during a visit to the West Coast…
Word “Cancer” under reading magnifying glass. 1 minute Today marks World Cancer Day, with Deputy Health Minister Dr. Joe Phahla and Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko commemorating the day in Soweto. The event aims to raise awareness about cancer, emphasizing the importance of regular screening for early detection and effective treatment. A new Breast Health…
Minerals Council South Africa has launched a National Day of Safety and Health in mining. 1 minute The Minerals Council of South Africa says there has been a steady decline in mining fatalities over the past few years. The Council says about 40 deaths were recorded in the sector last year, compared to more than…
Sixteen-year-old Retshegofetse Sennelo passed away on Saturday. 2 minutes The family of the matric learner who passed away on Saturday after sustaining injuries during a cricket match say they have been left shattered and are perplexed by the nature of the injuries that allegedly led to his death. Sixteen-year-old Retshegofetse Sennelo from Krugersdorp High School…
1 minute Police have now confirmed that two Rea Vaya bus drivers were shot dead in separate incidents in Soweto last night. In the first incident, a driver was fatally shot at a traffic light along Wild Chestnut Street in Protea. In the second incident, another driver was shot dead in Mapetla. Gauteng Police Spokesperson…
Police arrest a 35-year-old suspect for possession, accessing, downloading and distribution of child pornography in Midrand on 17 January 2025. 1 minute The alleged child pornography couple, Darryn Willken and his partner, are wanted in at least three other countries. This emerged at the hearing of their bail application at the Randburg Magistrate’s Court. They…
A worker seen at a farm. 2 minutes Minister of International Relations Ronald Lamola says South Africa has noted with concern the comments by the President of the United States Donald Trump on the Expropriation Act. It was signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa a few weeks ago to deal with the long-standing issue…
1 minute Passengers using the Rea Vaya bus service are set to be inconvenienced this morning. The bus service says buses are temporarily suspended until further notice. Rea Vaya has advised passengers to use alternative transport in the interim, and that regular updates on the situation will be provided. Rea Vaya Passengers are advised that…
