NATIONAL ASSEMBLY – President Cyril Ramaphosa told the National Assembly that South Africa’s Constitution remains the foundation of democracy and that the Presidency serves as a strategic centre to coordinate government, drive reforms and ensure delivery of national priorities. He said the economy is showing signs of recovery, with improved macroeconomic conditions, stronger revenue collection […]
JOHANNESBURG – Mamelodi Sundowns have activated an option to extend Thapelo Morena’s contract, securing his stay for an 11th season at the club. The versatile player, who joined Sundowns in 2016 from Bloemfontein Celtic, is closing in on 350 appearances across all competitions. The 32-year-old has been a key figure in one of the club’s […]
MTHATHA – 19-year-old student from Walter Sisulu University died after a tragic accident in Chris Hani Park, Mthatha, on Saturday. He was found dead after allegedly slipping on wet ground while walking home from a local tavern. Police say the student fell onto a bottle he was carrying, which broke and caused a deep wound […]
CAPE TOWN – Four men were killed and two others seriously injured in a suspected taxi-related shooting in Nyanga on the Cape Flats on Wednesday morning. The two survivors were taken to hospital in critical condition. Police have opened an investigation into the incident, and no arrests have been made so far. Western Cape police […]
VANDERBIJLPARK – The Emfuleni Local Municipality has clarified that the court proceedings involving the murder of municipal employee Martha Mani Rantsofu are not related to the alleged R16 million fleet tender irregularities. The municipality stressed that claims linking Rantsofu’s death to whistleblowing allegations are false and misleading. The municipality said the matter before court concerns […]
The Gauteng Department of Health has strengthened healthcare services in the Sedibeng region with the opening of a new 35-bed mental health care unit at Sebokeng Regional Hospital. Gauteng Health MEC Faith Mazibuko also officially reopened three refurbished wards at Kopanong District Hospital as part of efforts to improve healthcare infrastructure and patient care. The […]
A petition calling for the disbandment of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has sparked debate over the institution’s role and relevance. Critics argue that the commission has failed to act impartially and accuse it of prioritising the rights of undocumented foreign nationals over broader public concerns, particularly around immigration and service delivery challenges. […]
EKURHULENI – The Democratic Alliance (DA) has laid fraud and corruption charges against former Ekurhuleni City Manager Imogen Mashazi and an alleged associate at the Germiston police station. The case follows allegations that Mashazi benefited from luxury trips worth R3.5 million, reportedly linked to companies that secured municipal tenders. DA Ekurhuleni mayoral candidate Khathutshelo Rasilingwane […]
The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has announced adjustments to South Africa’s fuel prices, effective from 3 June 2026. The department said fuel prices are reviewed monthly and are influenced by both international and local market factors, including crude oil prices, shipping costs, and exchange rate movements. The latest review found that while Brent […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on all South Africans to unite behind Bafana Bafana as they prepare to compete in the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2010. Speaking ahead of the tournament, Ramaphosa praised the players, coaches, football authorities, sponsors and development structures that helped the national team qualify. He encouraged citizens […]