PRETORIA- Alleged political fixer Brown Mogotsi has accused Madlanga Commission chief evidence leader Matthew Chaskalson of attempting to pressure him into implicating North West businessman Suleiman Carrim. Mogotsi claims he was asked to “throw Carrim under the bus” by providing information that would support the commission’s inquiry. He is now seeking for Chaskalson to recuse […]
Motorists in South Africa are expected to face another fuel price increase in June, although petrol users may experience a smaller rise compared to diesel consumers. According to the latest data from the Central Energy Fund, diesel prices are projected to increase by about R4.41 per litre, while petrol is set to rise by around […]
THEMBISA- The Gauteng Department of Health is accelerating recruitment at Gauteng Department of Health to address critical staffing shortages at Tembisa Hospital. The initiative targets key vacancies, including doctors, nurses, clinical support staff, and administrative workers, with the aim of improving service delivery, reducing long waiting times, and strengthening clinical supervision at the facility. According […]
PRETORIA- CAF Champions League Final is set to transform Pretoria into a major football and tourism hub this weekend as Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to host AS FAR at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday, 17 May. Thousands of football supporters are expected to travel to Tshwane for the highly anticipated first-leg clash, with transport systems such […]
JOHANNESBURG- Gauteng MEC Botha has reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to tackling illegal dumping and waste burning in Kya Sands. In a media statement issued on 15 May 2026, Botha said the Department of Environment began responding to community complaints shortly after his appointment in June 2025. Coordinated enforcement operations involving SAPS, JMPD, Home Affairs, […]
CAPE TOWN- ActionSA has welcomed the dismissal of former Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe, calling it a victory for accountability. The Presidency confirmed Tolashe’s removal on Thursday, sparking reactions from political parties in Parliament. ActionSA’s Dereleen James said the decision vindicates the party’s efforts to expose corruption and wrongdoing within government. Speaking in Cape Town […]
CAPE TOWN- MK Party MP David Skosana says President Cyril Ramaphosa should “fire himself” following the dismissal of Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe. Speaking ahead of Ramaphosa’s appearance in Parliament on Thursday, Skosana welcomed Tolashe’s removal but accused the president of avoiding accountability over his own controversies. Ramaphosa is expected to face tough questions during […]
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 […]