SHARPVILLE – Lawyers representing survivors and relatives of victims of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre have launched legal action against the South African government. They are challenging apartheid-era legislation that prevented victims and families from seeking compensation through the courts. Official records state that 69 people were killed and at least 180 wounded when police opened […]

RATANDA – The Gauteng Legislature held a stakeholder engagement at Ratanda Community Hall in Heidelberg on 3 September 2026. Residents raised concerns about crime, unemployment and service delivery, calling for government to address challenges affecting communities. Chairperson of the Oversight Committee for the Premier and the Legislature, Ntombi Mekgwe, described the engagement as successful, with […]

Parliament’s Impeachment Committee will receive legal advice on President Cyril Ramaphosa’s objection to Advocate Thandazani Madonsela’s appointment as evidence leader. The committee is also finalising its terms of reference after a court interdict halted its public hearings, pending the review of the Section 89 Independent Panel report.

Two of the four men arrested in connection with the murder of former boxing champion Zolani “Last Born” Tete are expected to continue their bail application in the Mdantsane Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. A 22-year-old wheelchair user, who is alleged to be the mastermind, faces murder and attempted murder charges. Two other accused have abandoned […]

VAAL – The 23rd edition of the Vaal River Carnival was launched successfully, with organisers highlighting plans to revive the event and create economic opportunities in the Vaal. Snowflake’s expansion into the region was expected to create jobs, while Emfuleni Municipality looked at ways to empower local communities. Stakeholders also called for support from police […]

MDANTSANE – Two-time world boxing champion Zolani “Last Born” Tete will be laid to rest today at Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape. He has been accorded a Special Provincial Category Two funeral in recognition of his contribution to boxing. Tete, who was 38, was shot dead outside his home more than a week […]