JOHANNESBURG- Members of the Progressive Caucus staged a walkout during President Cyril Ramaphosa’s oral reply session in Parliament on Thursday. The President was answering questions from Members of Parliament when representatives from the uMkhonto Wesizwe Party, Economic Freedom Fighters and African Transformation Movement refused to continue listening to him and walked out in protest. The […]
JOHANNESBURG- President Cyril Ramaphosa returned to Parliament on Thursday for a question-and-answer session in the National Assembly, where he is expected to respond to six questions from members of Parliament. Although the Phala Phala matter is not officially on the agenda, it remains a major point of discussion during the sitting. The session was disrupted […]
JOHANNESBURG- President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe following growing pressure over several controversies linked to her conduct in office. In the meantime, Sindisiwe Chikunga has been appointed as acting minister while a permanent replacement is being considered. Tolashe faced criticism after allegations emerged that she misled Parliament about two luxury vehicles […]
The Gauteng Department of Health has introduced several interventions to improve conditions at Dr Yusuf Dadoo Hospital following operational and infrastructure challenges at the facility. The hospital, which serves communities in Mogale City and surrounding parts of Johannesburg, has been facing pressure due to high patient numbers, ageing infrastructure, and staffing shortages. The department said […]
BOPHELONG- The Gauteng Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements will conduct an oversight visit to Bophelong on Thursday to evaluate progress on alternative sanitation interventions in Wards 6, 7, and 23. The visit follows growing community concerns over poor sanitation conditions and the effectiveness of the projects implemented in the area. The oversight visit will […]
CAPE TOWN- President Cyril Ramaphosa has positioned Africa as a leading destination for infrastructure investment and long-term economic growth during the Infrastructure Investment Conference in Cape Town. He told delegates that global competition for investment is intensifying, especially among emerging markets, with investors focusing on policy certainty, stable institutions, and large-scale opportunities. Ramaphosa said Africa’s […]
PRETORIA- Suspended National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola says he believes there is “something more” behind the case against him after appearing in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday. Masemola appeared as accused number 17 alongside alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala and several senior officials linked to the controversial Medicare tender investigation. The case relates […]
JOHANNESBURG- Ekurhuleni city manager, Kagiso Lerutla is expected to return to work on Monday after taking voluntary leave in April following his arrest. Lerutla is facing fraud and corruption charges alongside suspended Julius Mkhwanazi. The two appeared in the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday and the case was postponed to 9 June. Prosecutors allege Lerutla […]
EVATON- A group of ANC councillors from Emfuleni, Lesedi, and the Sedibeng District Municipality is expected to hold an urgent media briefing in Evaton on Wednesday, raising concerns over what they describe as a worsening governance crisis in the region. The councillors are set to call for a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) proclamation into Emfuleni […]
VEREENIGING- The Gauteng Provincial Labour Desk launched a campaign in Vereeniging on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, aimed at removing foreign nationals from the area. The campaign started along Voortrekker Street near Mark Park Shopping Centre and was attended by community members, police, and other stakeholders. Provincial chairperson, Veli Mcinga said the initiative was intended to […]