Vereeniging and surrounding areas are experiencing a major electricity outage today, leaving homes and businesses without power. Authorities confirm that this is not part of Eskom’s loadshedding schedule, as the national grid is stable. The blackout is due to a local fault in the municipal power network. The Emfuleni Local Municipality, which supplies electricity to […]
The Gauteng Provincial Government is urging visitors at the Rand Show 2026 in NASREC to visit government stands. These offer services like health screenings, housing help, education info, and small business support. The aim is to bring services closer to people and allow direct engagement with officials. Authorities say this helps improve access to information […]
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi visited Mankweng Hospital, east of Polokwane in Limpopo, on Friday afternoon, following the death of one of the formerly conjoined twins. The twin had died Friday morning due to infections after the successful operation that separated them. The twins had been successfully separated in mid-March. The Sithole twins were born attached […]
The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) in Gauteng has renewed its call for greater youth representation in the provincial executive council. The league criticised Premier Panyaza Lesufi following his recent cabinet reshuffle. The ANCYL took issue with the appointment of Nkululeko Dunga as Finance MEC, saying the move sidelines young leaders and goes against […]
One of the twins who were separated after being born conjoined at Mankweng Hospital in Limpopo has sadly passed away. The twins were born in January, joined at the abdomen, a rare and complex medical condition that required specialised care. A team of surgeons successfully performed a separation surgery more than two weeks ago. While […]
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will attend a Good Friday service at the Amandla Ngawethu Universal Church on Friday morning. The service is set to take place at Ellis Park Stadium, where he is expected to join congregants for the religious observance. Mashatile will be accompanied by Panyaza Lesufi, Faith Mazibuko and other senior officials. According […]
Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku says drone technology will be used to monitor long-distance minibus taxis and buses during the Easter weekend. The move aims to improve road safety and keep a close watch on public transport operations. Sileku says Easter is one of the busiest travel periods, with heavy traffic on routes in […]
Nasty C is living large after adding a powerful new set of wheels to his lifestyle. The Durban-born star recently showed off his brand-new Ford Ranger Raptor, reportedly worth around R1.2 million, sparking buzz across social media as fans got a glimpse of the flashy handover. The high-performance bakkie, known for its bold design and […]
Rassie van der Dussen has retired from international cricket after a seven-year career representing South Africa across all formats. The 37-year-old was a key member of the Proteas’ top order, known for his consistency and reliability since making his debut in 2018. He played 57 T20 Internationals, scoring 1,406 runs, and featured in 71 One-Day […]
The South African cabinet has condemned the coronation of an alleged Nigerian Igbo king in KuGompo, Eastern Cape, calling it a “kindergarten gimmick” with no legal standing. The ceremony sparked violent protests in multiple areas, including KuGompo, prompting government concern over public safety and diplomatic conduct. Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni expressed disgust at […]