[File image] 1 minute The N5 road, 10 kilometres outside Kestell towards Bethlehem in the Free State, has been closed following an accident involving two trucks. Police have urged motorists to use caution when approaching the scene. Spokesperson Mako Mophiring has advised motorists from Harrismith, Qwaqwa, to use the R57 to Bethlehem and from Bethlehem…
A street trader counts out change for a customer. Social Development Minister, Sisisi Tolashe, says the government is moving forward to create a Basic Income Grant. She was delivering her department’s Budget Vote in the National Assembly. For the 2025/26 financial year, the department will have nearly R300 billion to ensure the most vulnerable in…
ANC NWC’s visit to the Free State 3 minutes The African National Congress (ANC) National Working Committee (NWC) will meet with the Free State Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) on Monday after visiting branches on the rebuilding and reinforcing programme. The meeting happened under tight security. ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa formed part of the meeting, which…
[FILE IMAGE]: DA Federal Council Chairperson Helen Zille is attending the two-day provincial council in Kimberly. 2 minutes DA Federal Council Chairperson, Helen Zille, says that if it were up to her, she would appoint Tony Leon as the new South African Ambassador to the United States. This follows the expulsion of Ebrahim Rasool last…
Hollard’s new campaign from VML Insure your unsure inspires positivity As VML South Africa’s first big piece of creative work since Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R joined forces at the beginning of the year, this campaign also showcases the capability of the new, integrated business. “The finished product is a testament to the exceptional teamwork and…
State Visit by Dr Alexander Van Der Bellen, Federal President of the Republic of Austria, July 4, 2025. Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen says his objective is to place his country firmly on the map in South Africa. He also says it’s important for the two countries to build a mutually beneficial relationship. Austria…
Traffic lights 1 minute Johannesburg Mayor, Dada Morero says vandalism of traffic lights across the metro remains a serious problem. Morero was speaking to the media on the progress made in the rehabilitation of Lillian Ngoyi Street formerly known as Bree Street in the Johannesburg CBD. The street remains closed after a gas explosion in…
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Acting Free State Premier Jabu Mbalula speaks during the launch of Transport Month in October on 03 October 2024. 1 minute ActionSA in the Free State says Premier Maqueen Letsoha–Mathae should be held accountable for appointing Jabu Mbalula as the acting Premier despite reports that he’s insolvent and under debt administration. The party says the appointment is potentially unlawful because individuals…
The Grobler’s Bridge port of entry flooded. 1 minute The Border Management Authority (BMA) has announced the resumption of operations at the Grobler’s Bridge and Stockpoort Ports of Entry with Botswana following temporary suspensions due to heavy rains. The BMA earlier this month suspended all operations at the two ports due to severe flooding. Operations…
