The Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI), in collaboration with the Road Traffic Management Corporation, ramped up law enforcement across Johannesburg, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni, and Vereeniging during March 2026. The operations focused on high-risk public and scholar transport routes where non-compliance with safety regulations was prevalent. The crackdown led to dozens of vehicles being impounded, over 220 minibuses […]
A 16-year-old boy from Lehaong has tragically drowned at the Sharpeville Swimming Pool in the Emfuleni Local Municipality. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, 4 April 2026, while the teenager was attempting a flip into the deep end of the pool. Despite the presence of lifeguards and adherence to safety protocols, the situation quickly turned […]
The Northern Cape’s largest municipality, Sol Plaatjie, may be placed under administration after failing to comply with a March directive from MEC for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Bentley Vass. The directive, issued under Section 139, required the council to justify why the municipality should not be placed under administration or dissolved, but no action […]
US President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that the Tuesday deadline for Iran to reach a deal is final. He described Iran’s recent proposal as “significant” but said it was still “not good enough.” Trump said the proposal represents a step forward, but more action is needed to satisfy the United States. He emphasized that […]
Mpumalanga authorities have impounded nearly 1,000 vehicles for various traffic law violations, according to Public Works, Roads and Transport MEC Thulasizwe Thomo. The announcement came during a roadblock operation on the N4 toll road near Mbombela. MEC Thomo urged motorists to follow traffic rules, emphasizing road safety after a recent fatal crash on the N2 […]
South Africa is mourning the death of Albert Mazibuko, a longtime member of the legendary choral group Ladysmith Black Mambazo. The group confirmed his passing on Easter Sunday in an emotional statement, saying he has “left us this Easter Sunday to be with his saviour in heaven.” Mazibuko’s career with Ladysmith Black Mambazo spanned over […]
A 53-year-old police captain has been arrested for allegedly defrauding the police’s Protection and Security Services division of millions of rand. An internal investigation uncovered suspicious transactions suggesting the officer manipulated the system to withdraw funds meant for presidential protection services. The captain, who had been on suspension during the investigation, is expected to appear […]
NASA’s Artemis II mission has entered the Moon’s gravitational sphere as its four astronauts cruise toward the lunar far side. This trajectory will make them the farthest humans from Earth in history, surpassing the previous record set by Apollo 13 over five decades ago. The crew has been traveling in their Orion capsule since launching […]
African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has confirmed that the party will formally begin interviews for mayoral candidates this week. The selection process is already underway as the ANC prepares to identify its contenders ahead of upcoming local government elections. Speaking to the media in Mamelodi, Pretoria, on Monday, Mbalula said the party hopes […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa will receive Letters of Credence from newly appointed Heads of Mission-Designate on Wednesday, 08 April 2026, at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria. These letters are official diplomatic documents presented by ambassadors to confirm their nomination by their respective governments and to formally begin their duties in South Africa. The ceremony […]