SANTACO denies involvement in alleged extortion

Taxis at a rank in Gauteng 1 minute Taxi association SANTACO has distanced itself from individuals posing as taxi industry officials who are reportedly stopping private vehicle drivers and demanding money. The organisation has also called on the public to ignore social media claims that taxi operators plan to impound private vehicles. SANTACO spokesperson Mmatshikhidi…

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Didiza defends decision not to subpoena key witnesses

Speaker of the National Assembly Thoko Didiza speaking at an event. National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has denied protecting North West businessman, Brown Mogotsi and forensic investigator, Paul O’Sullivan. This, after the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema accused Didiza of political protection over her refusal to subpoena the two men. Mogotsi and O’Sullivan…

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Countries warned against taking unilateral trade actions

Employees work on a production line manufacturing tools B20 Head of Secretariat in South Africa, Anthony Costa has emphasised the need for a predictable and rules-based international trading system, as new tariff policies continue to reshape the global trade landscape. Costa has acknowledged that while institutions like the World Trade Organisation are in need of…

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Durban July organisers expect 50 000 people at iconic event

Hollywoodbets’ Durban July horse racing and social event, 26 June 2025. Organisers of the Hollywoodbets Durban July, one of Africa’s biggest and most anticipated horse-racing events hosted at the Greyville racecourse, say the event is set to attract approximately 50 000 people. There are 29 Very Important People (VIP) marquees offering entertainment, with influencers, celebrities…

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Springbok Women’s coach proud of the squad’s progress

Springbok women celebrate historic World Cup Quarter-Final spot No matter what happens in his team’s quarterfinal of the Women’s Rugby World Cup on Saturday, Springbok Women’s coach, Swys de Bruin, could not be a prouder man. The team has made tremendous strides over the last 12 months and created their own history in England, qualifying…

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