CAPE TOWN – The Western Cape Education Department says schools need more extramural activities to keep learners engaged and help address violence. This follows the death of a Grade 10 learner at Bellville South High School after an alleged classroom assault. Education spokesperson Bronagh Hammond says violence in society, including gangsterism, is increasingly spilling into […]
GAUTENG – mass shooting in Reiger Park on Friday night has left the community shocked after two police officers and two civilians were killed. The officers were members of the SAPS anti-gang unit. Residents have expressed their sadness and called on parents to discourage their children from getting involved in crime. One resident urged families […]
KLAARWATER – An ANC Ward 17 councillor in eThekwini was shot dead at his office in Klaarwater on Thursday while meeting with community members. Police say an unknown suspect fled the scene on foot after the shooting. The motive is still unknown, and a manhunt has been launched.
SECUNDA – President Cyril Ramaphosa visited Sasol’s Secunda Operations in Mpumalanga, where he received updates on the company’s production processes, coal quality management and plans to support South Africa’s energy security while moving towards a lower-carbon economy. The President said Sasol plays an important role in industrial development, investment and job creation. He also reaffirmed […]
JOHANNESBURG – Gauteng MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Jacob Mamabolo has praised municipalities for their commitment to implementing the Gauteng Local Government Turnaround Strategy. The strategy aims to improve governance, service delivery, financial management and infrastructure through ten key work streams that monitor progress across all 11 municipalities. Mamabolo said the strategy will […]
EKURHULENI – The Gauteng Department of Health will hold a Teenage Pregnancy Awareness Campaign and launch the Lenacapavir HIV treatment at Tsakane Stadium in Ekurhuleni on Friday. The initiative, led by Health MEC Faith Mazibuko, aims to reduce teenage pregnancies, improve sexual and reproductive health education, and help young people make informed health decisions. Young […]
PRETORIA – The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial has been postponed until next Tuesday after accused number five, Fisokuhle Ntuli, was booked for surgery and declared medically unfit to attend court on Thursday and Friday. The postponement means accused number three, Mthobisi Mncube, could not continue his testimony. Five men are on trial for the 2014 […]
GAUTENG – Proceedings in the bail application of suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi and four co-accused began late at the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court. Mkhwanazi’s lawyer argued that the state has not provided enough reasons to justify opposing bail. The five accused face charges linked to the 2022 murder of Emmanuel Mbense, who […]
EMALAHLENI – ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says service delivery challenges should not discourage South Africans from voting. Speaking during the party’s voter registration campaign in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, he encouraged residents to take part in the upcoming November elections. Ramaphosa acknowledged that service delivery problems remain but said government is making progress. He pointed to infrastructure […]
The Gauteng Department of Education will officially launch the 2027 online admissions process for Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners on Wednesday, 5 August 2026. The event will be led by MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile, at the Sam Ntuli Sports Centre in Thokoza. The online admissions system, introduced in […]