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EMFULENI SEWER UPGRADES PROGRESS

Written by on 7 May 2026

VAAL- Emfuleni Local Municipality says it is steadily improving its sewer infrastructure through a Section 63 intervention launched by the Minister of Water and Sanitation in July 2021. Working with Rand Water as the implementing agent, the municipality is upgrading major wastewater treatment plants, including Leeukuil, Sebokeng, and Rietspruit, while also restoring and maintaining key […]

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CABINET WARNS AGAINST VIOLENCE OVER IMMIGRATION ISSUES

Written by on 7 May 2026

Cabinet has reaffirmed that South Africans have a constitutional right to raise concerns about illegal immigration. However, it has strongly warned that any violence, attacks on foreign nationals, or unlawful behaviour will not be tolerated under any circumstances. It also condemned attempts to exploit socio-economic challenges such as unemployment and limited economic opportunities to incite […]

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NEW WITNESS TO TESTIFY AT MADLANGA COMMISSION

Written by on 7 May 2026

PRETORIA- A former member of the SAPS Directorate of Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), retired Lieutenant-Colonel Jakobus Prinsloo, is expected to take the stand at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. He will give evidence about the alleged theft of drugs from the Hawks’ premises in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, where a major cocaine consignment went missing. The […]

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PSC FINDS MABILETJA APPOINTMENT IRREGULAR

Written by on 7 May 2026

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has found that the appointment of Lesedi Mabiletja as private secretary in Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe’s office was irregular, as she reportedly did not meet the required qualifications and experience. Despite this, Mabiletja was later promoted to acting Chief of Staff, earning a package of over R1 million. The […]

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DA RAISES ALARM OVER GAUTENG RAPE CASES

Written by on 7 May 2026

GAUTENG- Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng has raised serious concern about safety in the province following reports that 27 rape cases involving law enforcement officers have been recorded by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID). The party says the figures are alarming, especially given the already high levels of sexual violence in the province. The […]

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GAUTENG HONOURS YOUTH CARE WORKERS

Written by on 7 May 2026

The Gauteng Department of Social Development is recognising the important role played by Child and Youth Care Workers during Child and Youth Care Workers Week 2026, observed from 4 to 10 May. The department praised these frontline workers for providing care, protection, guidance and emotional support to vulnerable children in communities, schools and Child and […]

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GIFT OF THE GIVERS ASSISTS FLOOD VICTIMS

Written by on 6 May 2026

NELSON MANDELA BAY- Humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers is providing urgent relief to residents affected by severe flooding in Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape. Continuous heavy rainfall has left many people displaced and destitute, particularly in areas such as Missionvale in Gqeberha. The organisation has stepped in with essential supplies, including warm […]

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SOUTH AFRICA REJECTS XENOPHOBIA CLAIMS

Written by on 6 May 2026

DURBAN- South Africa has dismissed accusations of xenophobia following recent protests against undocumented migrants in parts of the country. Authorities say the demonstrations have been misinterpreted and insist that the nation is not hostile toward foreign nationals. Government officials argue that African countries must also confront internal challenges such as instability and poor governance, which […]

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RAMAPHOSA AND CHAPO DISCUSS MIGRATION PROTESTS

Written by on 6 May 2026

PRETORIA- President Cyril Ramaphosa has held discussions with Mozambican President Daniel Chapo focusing on immigration challenges affecting the continent, including the growing protests against illegal foreigners in South Africa. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the talks highlighted the need to understand both domestic and continental factors driving large-scale migration. The leaders agreed that issues such […]

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