President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the official Reconciliation Day commemoration in Vredendal, in the Western Cape on December 16, 2024. 2 minutes President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to work with authorities to end crime and corruption in their communities. Ramaphosa addressed the Reconciliation Day commemoration in Vredendal, in the Western Cape yesterday. He…
4 minutes New plans are afoot for the contentious Tafelberg site in Sea Point, Cape Town. This followed a drawn-out battle between housing activists and the Western Cape provincial government, which owns the land. Activists, who argued that the site would best serve a growing need for affordable housing and spatial redress, were deadset against…
AmaZulu maidens hold up their reeds during a traditional ceremony. Virginity testing is a crucial component ahead of the Reed Dance and is conducted by respected maiden minders. However, the practice is viewed by some organisations as a violation of human rights. Cultural expert Hlengiwe Ngcongo says maidens are not forced to attend. “I don’t…
The Ditsobotla Local Municipality in Lichtenburg in the North West has cut electricity supply to several businesses, government offices and schools, citing non-payment of electricity debts. The municipality is facing severe financial challenges, including its own R1.4 billion debt to Eskom. Acting Chief Financial Officer of the municipality, Ntesang Moagi, says residents and businesses were…
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia City of Cape Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has called on Acting National Police Minister Firoz Cachalia to find urgent solutions to the resource crisis faced by the Police Anti-Gang Unit. Hill-Lewis says the lack of vehicles, firearms and even bulletproof vests is of concern given the ongoing gang violence plaguing the…
Suhana Gordon, CCO, LoveSong. Source: Supplied. These creatives will lead judging for each discipline, and have a vote on the work. Confirmed One Show 2025 Jury Presidents, by discipline, are as follows: Brand-Side/In-House: David Lee, CCO, Squarespace, New York Branded Entertainment: Malcolm Poynton, Global CCO, Cheil Worldwide, London Creative Use of Data, Creative Use of…
Entrance to the University of Venda 3 minutes The online registration of first-year students is nearing completion at the University of Venda (Univen) in Limpopo. The university has the capacity to register 3 600 first-year students this year. The university maintains that the registration process is running smoothly despite several complaints of technical glitches reported…
Source: Supplied. Protea Hotel by Marriott Delta, Nigeria. These new additions highlight Protea Hotels by Marriott’s ongoing expansion on the continent, offering both business and leisure travellers contemporary comfort coupled with authentic local charm. “We are excited to expand our footprint in Africa with the opening of these two exceptional properties,” said Sandra Schulze-Potgieter, vice…
Jomba Phiri walks over where his house stood after heavy rains caused flood damage in KwaNdengezi, Durban. 2 minutes KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Human Settlements, Sboniso Duma, has confirmed that the government has identified land to be used to build houses for flood survivors. At least 20 people have lost their lives due to floods in…
High temperature indicator 2 minutes City of Johannesburg Emergency Services has advised residents to be in cool areas and hydrate regularly as temperatures are expected to soar to the high 30s this week. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a heatwave alert with persistently highs expected to exceed 37 degrees from Wednesday across…
