The ANC is facing contrasting outcomes across its provincial conferences, with the Eastern Cape gathering halted due to disputes, while Limpopo and Mpumalanga proceed without major disruptions. The Limpopo conference went ahead despite minor challenges, and Mpumalanga’s conference began smoothly. ANC NEC convener Mmamoloko Kubayi confirmed that the Eastern Cape conference has been suspended until […]
LIMPOPO- ANC in Limpopo has successfully concluded its provincial elective conference, electing Dr Phophi Ramathuba as chairperson. Her appointment marks another milestone, as she becomes the first woman to lead the party in the province, adding to her historic role as Limpopo’s first female premier. The conference proceeded despite an initial legal challenge from a […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated the African National Congress (ANC) Mpumalanga Provincial Executive Committee’s top five officials on their election, urging members to work together to strengthen the party in the province. He delivered the remarks while closing the conference at Mbombela Stadium. Ramaphosa also addressed global geopolitical tensions, reaffirming that South Africa’s foreign policy […]
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli has confirmed that Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s contract as the provincial police commissioner has been renewed. Ntuli made the announcement during a crime imbizo held in the Pietermaritzburg area. The premier had earlier raised concerns about uncertainty surrounding Mkhwanazi’s contract, which was due to expire at the end of the month. Ntuli […]
Popular musician Shebeshxt appeared briefly in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Friday, where his matter was formally transferred to the Regional Court. The appearance was procedural, with the court confirming the next stage of legal proceedings. The case will now be heard in the Regional Court, which handles more serious offences and allows for more […]
UPDATE: The EFF in Tshwane has rejected claims linking the party to alleged tender fraud in the city. Evidence before the madlanga commission suggested that Eff and Actionsa members were involved in manipulating a contract, with a list of preferred companies reportedly given to a police officer. EFF tshwane leader Obakeng Ramabodu denied the allegations, […]
Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, expressed shock after a section of a wall at Lerutle Primary School in Daveyton collapsed on Thursday, injuring six learners. Tragically, a Grade 3 boy later died in hospital. Emergency services treated the other learners, and the Gauteng Department of Education has deployed counselling teams to support the school […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for a review of municipal funding to ensure more reliable service delivery. He also proposed ring-fenced utilities for water and electricity to improve financial management and reduce misuse of funds. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement in the Free State, Ramaphosa emphasised the need for stronger cooperation between government spheres to […]
JOHANNESBURG – A major power fault is affecting electricity supply in parts of Johannesburg. City Power confirmed that a distribution bar flash has damaged infrastructure in the Roodepoort area, leading to repeated outages despite several attempts to restore power. Technicians are currently on site assessing the damage, and City Power warned that repairs could take […]
The Democratic Alliance has taken the City of Johannesburg to the High Court in Johannesburg, challenging a R10.3 billion wage agreement reached with the South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU). The party is seeking urgent court intervention to halt the deal, arguing it could place further financial strain on the metro. This comes just days […]