IFP supporters The IFP has retained ward 23 of the Abaqulusi Municipality at Vryheid in the north of KwaZulu-Natal in a by-election, in the process widening its margin of support. Yesterday’s by-election was held after IFP ward councillor, XJ Zungu passed away in April this year. According to the IEC, the IFP secured 51% of…
File image: A taxi accident in Limpopo in December 2024. 1 minute Several passengers have died in a road crash between a taxi and a bakkie on the R40 road in Hoedspruit in Limpopo. The total number of those killed has not yet been confirmed. It is believed that eight of the deceased are employees…
Constitutional Court. uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) Chief Whip, Colleen Makhubele says they are prepared for their appearance at the Constitutional Court, on Wednesday. The apex court will hear the party’s urgent application to have President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on a leave declared invalid and irrational. Firoz Cachalia was appointed…
Planned housing project Cape Town City Council is set to vote and approve the final release of a new social housing plot allocated on the edge of District Six and the CBD today. Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says the housing project is expected to accommodate 237 families, an increase from the initial 180 units….
Afrikaners being welcomed by US officials 2 minutes The White House has criticised a decision by the US Episcopal Church not to help resettle Afrikaners in the United States, while deciding to conclude its refugee resettlement agreement with the US government. In a letter to congregants, Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe wrote that it had been…
[FILE IMAGE]: Holidaymakers enjoy the summer sun at the beach. 2 minutes The Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency has officially launched the tourism season in Addo. The focus for this year is to highlight the province’s rich local culture and abundance of outdoor activities. Hidden gems, stunning landscapes, warm hospitality and beautiful beaches is…
MK Party flag. 1 minute The convenor of uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party in Mpumalanga, Busisiwe Mkhwebane says plans to replace party members who were removed from their positions in the provincial legislature are under way. Three party members, including former convenor Mary Phadi, were directed by the party to resign from their positions in the…
FILE | A child plays in water after heavy rains 1 minute The City of Cape Town’s Disaster Risk Management Centre says persistent rainfall has caused localised flooding in several areas, including Masiphumelele, Khayelitsha and Du Noon. City of Cape Town spokesperson Sonica Lategan says officials have assessed the situation and no residents have been…
1 minute The amended Employment Equity Act will have significant implications for companies doing business with the state. The Act which will take effect at the beginning of next month will empower the Employment and Labour Minister to publish sectoral targets. The affected employers will need to ensure that their employment equity plans align with…
Source: Pexels Research indicates that young people aged 15 to 34 account for approximately 34% of South Africa’s population, making their insights vital for businesses aiming to connect with future consumers. With a growing emphasis on experiential spending and brand loyalty among this demographic, their perceptions of financial service providers can greatly influence market trends…
