JOHANNESBURG – South African motorists could receive some relief as government continues talks aimed at easing rising fuel prices. The Mineral and Petroleum Resources Department says discussions are still underway on possible measures to reduce fuel price pressures. This comes as mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund points to potential increases of up to […]
MOSCOW- Russia is stepping up efforts to shape public opinion by training teenagers to become pro-war influencers who promote the government’s anti-West narrative. Through content creation camps, young people are taught how to make videos, use artificial intelligence, and grow online audiences, with guidance from soldiers and state media figures. This initiative is part of […]
PARIS- France has recorded over 40 kidnappings linked to cryptocurrency since January, with criminals targeting investors and their families to demand ransom in digital assets. Many of these attacks are organised by groups operating from abroad, using different methods to identify and target victims. Authorities say these crimes have increased rapidly, rising from a small […]
The Gauteng Department of Health has dismissed claims that mental health care users have already been relocated from the Talisman Foundation, stating that no patients have been moved. The department expressed concern over what it described as misleading statements and confirmed that consultations with families will take place to determine the next steps regarding the […]
Lawyers representing Julius Malema say they are confident his five-year direct imprisonment sentence will be overturned on appeal. Malema was granted leave to appeal his sentence by the KuGompo City Magistrates Court, although his application to challenge the conviction itself was denied. He was sentenced to five years in prison for unlawful possession of a […]
The Department of Home Affairs has dismissed claims that Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders are now eligible to apply for permanent residency in South Africa. The department said the confusion arose from unclear comments made by a Home Affairs official during a recent interview, which were misinterpreted as indicating a policy change. Spokesperson Thulani Mavuso […]
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has heard audio and video evidence linking suspended EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi to businessman Mike van Wyk, who allegedly requested permission to install blue lights on his private vehicle. The recordings suggest possible misuse of municipal resources and a close relationship between the two. The commission also heard that […]
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development has removed 19 children from the Ikhaya Labafundi bakaJehova Church in KwaMaphumulo amid allegations of child rights violations and the isolation of members from society. The intervention was confirmed during an oversight visit by government officials and the CRL Rights Commission. CRL Chairperson Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva raised concerns about alleged […]
The Gauteng Department of Health is urging residents to get vaccinated against influenza ahead of the winter season, warning that seasonal flu continues to pose a serious public health risk. The virus spreads easily through respiratory droplets and can cause severe illness, particularly among vulnerable groups. Health officials say the elderly, pregnant women, people with […]
EFF Leader, Julius Malema has been granted leave to appeal his sentence but not his conviction. The court dismissed his attempt to challenge the guilty verdict, meaning his conviction on firearm-related charges remains in place. Malema was sentenced to five years’ direct imprisonment for unlawful possession of a firearm, with additional sentences for other counts […]