The campaign focuses on the health of taxi drivers. Source: Supplied. A heartbeat of the nation South African taxi drivers are the literal heartbeat of our transport system, connecting cities, towns, and communities. However, this essential role comes with significant health risks. The Check My Beat campaign highlights the importance of regular health screenings and…
Accused in the dock 1 minute Alleged child pornography suspect Darryn Wilken and his partner have been denied bail by the Randburg Magistrate’s Court in Johannesburg. The pair face multiple charges including 24 counts of money laundering, possession and distribution of child pornography and contravention of the Drug Trafficking Act. Wilken was arrested on 17…
[FILE] The artists are calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to sign the bill that allows them to earn royalty rights and other essential benefits. 2 minutes Several organisations, including Section 27, Blind SA, and the Information Association of South Africa, are expected to make submissions at the Constitutional Court, calling for the Copyright Amendment Bill…
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivering his Budget Speech. 2 minutes Analysts predict that the government’s finances will continue to face significant strain as long as economic growth remains sluggish and debt levels keep climbing. This outlook comes as Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana prepares to deliver the highly anticipated Budget Speech, which was postponed last month…
Gambling machine. 1 minute Police have arrested two women in Manenberg on the Cape Flats for being in possession of illegal gambling machines in their houses, without the necessary operating licenses. Authorities raided the premises, which operate gambling machines without the necessary documentation. Police Spokesperson, Anelisiwe Manyana says the suspects aged 43 and 46 are…
University of Venda campus 2 minutes The registration of first time students has started at the University of Venda in Limpopo. The institution says the online registration process is running smoothly. The university has received more than 100 000 applications but can only admit just over 3 500. University Spokesperson Takalani Dzaga says they are…
An open manhole 2 minutes Johannesburg Water says urgent action is required to address the ongoing issue of theft and vandalism of infrastructure. It says critical assets like pipes, pumps and manholes are frequently targeted, disrupting reliable water supply and sanitation services for residents and businesses in and around the metro. The water utility says…
An empty court 1 minute A suspect arrested in Johannesburg last week in connection with suspicious transactions, allegedly linked to terror financing, has appeared for the first time today in the Lichtenburg Magistrate’s Court in North West. The case has been postponed to Friday for a formal bail application. The Hawks say the suspect is…
Source: Imagen 3 Syspro currently employs around 400 people globally and serves customers across six continents, with headquarters in the UK and South Africa. This transaction will accelerate the company’s global growth ambitions through additional investment to support product and technology innovation. 4 manufacturing trends to impact 2024 Mark Wilson 23 Jan 2024 The focus will be…
Roads completely flooded. 1 minute The Groblersbrug border post linking South Africa and Botswana in Lephalale, Limpopo, has been closed due to flooding. Services have also been disrupted in and around Lephalale. Lephalale Mayor Aaron Mokgehle says the border post has suspended its services while the local Witpoort Hospital has had to evacuate patients to…
