Eskom praises SAPS for nabbing suspects linked to stolen property

Camden Eskom power station. 1 minute Eskom has commended the South African Police Service for its recent intelligence-driven operation, which led to the arrest of six suspects found in possession of its property valued at R1.5 million. The power-utility acknowledges a decline in criminal activities targeting its electrical infrastructure, including mini-substations and transformers, compared to…

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Banyana pull-off hard fought win against Malawi

Banyana Banyana players embrace after scoring a goal. 1 minute Banyana Banyana came from a goal down to beat Malawi 2-1 in the second leg international friendly at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville. Hilda Magaia scored the crucial equaliser in the 75th minute and Amogelang Motau came up with a stunning winner just three…

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Malatsi attempting to undermine SA’s laws: Diko

The Communications and Digital Technologies Minister, Solly Malatsi delivers the keynote at the G20 Digital Economy Working Group on April 7, 2025. 2 minutes The Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies has urged Minister Solly Malatsi to follow proper procedures if he intends to change any legislation. This comes after the Minister announced plans…

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Emerging markets to struggle following market turmoil: Expert

An investor walks past an electronic board displaying live market data 1 minute Markets have been in turmoil as US President Donald Trump’s global tariffs officially came into effect today. Analysts note that emerging markets typically struggle during times of uncertainty and this is particularly the case for South Africa, which relies on the US…

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Randburg learner detained after stabbing teacher at school

Person with a knife 1 minute The Gauteng Department of Education has confirmed that a grade eight learner stabbed an educator at Hoërskool Die Burger, in Randburg this morning. The police and parents were informed and the learner has been apprehended. Department Spokesperson Steve Mabona says the educator received immediate medical attention and was rushed…

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GBV a result of societal, cultural and structural factors: Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa and other attendees at the IAWJ Conference 1 minute President Cyril Ramaphosa says Gender-Based Violence (GBV) contributes to social issues such as poverty and inequality. Ramaphosa gave the keynote address at the 17th Biennial Conference of the International Association of Women Judges in Cape Town. Approximately 900 judges, magistrates, legal professionals and…

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April rainfalls in SA driven by La Niña: Meteorologist

File image: Rainfall on the road. 3 minutes Meteorologist, Azwi Tuwani says persistent rainfalls experienced in South Africa this month are being driven by the La Niña effect. Earlier, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) issued a warning of severe thunderstorms for Gauteng, Mpumalanga and Limpopo. La Niña is when too much rainfall is experienced…

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