The South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO) in the Sedibeng region has urged that the inquiry into the 1990 Sebokeng Massacre be reopened, saying justice has yet to be served for the victims and their families. Fourteen people were killed and many more injured when the Apartheid-era Civil Co‑operation Bureau (CCB) opened fire on protesters. […]
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, will deliver a keynote address at the Women in Leadership Symposium in East London on 31 March 2026. Her address will focus on the importance of classifying Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) as a national disaster. The symposium, hosted by the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature, brings together […]
Fuel prices are set to rise sharply this week amid the Middle East conflict. The Central Energy Fund reports that 95-octane petrol will increase by R5,82 per litre, 93-octane by R5,32, and diesel could climb by R10,27, excluding a fuel levy adjustment of 21 cents per litre. The new prices take effect on Wednesday, April […]
The Border Management Authority is stepping up border security ahead of the Easter holidays, with a focus on ensuring that travellers’ visas and travel documents are properly checked. Authorities expect a surge in movement to and from neighbouring countries, making thorough visa verification and compliance a key part of managing cross-border flows. BMA Commissioner Dr […]
Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, will visit the family of a Grade 3 learner from Lerutle Primary School in Daveyton who tragically died after a section of the school wall collapsed during breaktime on Thursday, 26 March 2026. The incident injured six learners in total. The MEC’s visit is scheduled for Monday, 30 March 2026, […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) says it will introduce changes to its statutes and regulations to prevent a repeat of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations final controversy. CAF president Patrice Motsepe said the reforms will also help restore trust in referees, VAR officials, and judicial structures. Motsepe was speaking after a CAF Executive […]
Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya has called former ActionSA member Kholofelo Morodi’s actions a personal betrayal. Morodi was removed from her position as Corporate and Shared Services MMC after failing to adequately respond to corruption allegations at the Madlanga Commission. Moya said she could not continue working with Morodi, describing her as having “a stain” that […]
The Free State Department of Agriculture has confirmed four new cases of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), bringing the total number of infections in the province to 17. The latest cases were detected in Vrede, Virginia, and Ladybrand, raising continued concern over the spread of the disease. The department says vaccination efforts are ongoing across […]
African National Congress President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. Speaking at the 14th Mpumalanga ANC Conference in Mbombela, Ramaphosa highlighted the escalating tensions and warned of the broader economic consequences for South Africa and other developing countries. He cautioned that the […]
UPDATE: The Family Funday Session hosted by Lekoa FM Passionate Journey took place successfully at Matlapeng Country House in Vanderbijlpark on Saturday, 28 March. Families enjoyed a fun-filled day with swimming pools, a braai area, and food available for purchase, while many brought their cooler boxes and relaxed from 10 AM until late. The event […]