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PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA ADDRESSES SAPS NATIONAL COMMISSIONER CHARGES

Written by on 25 March 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted the confirmation by the national prosecuting authority (NPA) of charges against the national commissioner of the south african police service (SAPS), general fannie masemola, and his scheduled court appearance. The president has also noted the arrests of 12 senior police officers in connection with a procurement-related matter. president ramaphosa will […]

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FIKENI URGES REOPENING OF TRADITIONAL LEADERS’ SCHOOLS

Written by on 25 March 2026

Public Service Commission chairperson professor Somadoda Fikeni has called for the reopening of schools for traditional leaders to improve governance and service delivery. He made the remarks after meeting AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini at eMashobeni Royal Palace in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The PSC is engaging with kingships across the country and plans to compile a report […]

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GAUTENG LAUNCHES 2026 EASTER ROAD SAFETY CAMPAIGN

Written by on 25 March 2026

Gauteng’s Roads and Transport MEC, Kedibone Diale Tlabela, will lead the rollout of the 2026 Provincial Easter Road Safety Campaign on Thursday, 26 March, along the R101 in Hammanskraal, City of Tshwane. The campaign comes as the Easter period sees increased traffic, and aims to raise road safety awareness, demonstrate law enforcement readiness, and encourage […]

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FOUR SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERS KILLED, ONE ARRESTED IN YEOVILLE SHOOTOUT

Written by on 25 March 2026

UPDATE|Four suspected armed robbers were fatally wounded and one arrested during a police operation in Yeoville on 25 March 2026. The suspects, linked to robberies targeting OR Tambo travellers, were intercepted in a Suzuki Swift with false plates, leading to a high-speed chase and shootout. Three unlicensed firearms were recovered, and cases of murder, attempted […]

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GOVERNMENT PROMISES END TO LOAD SHEDDING AS POWER STABILITY IMPROVES

Written by on 25 March 2026

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says the government has been assured that load shedding in South Africa will soon be a thing of the past. He made the remarks during the passing of the 2026 Fiscal Framework and Revenue Proposals in the National Assembly on Tuesday, highlighting progress in stabilising the country’s power […]

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SHOOTING IN YEOVILLE LEAVES FOUR SUSPECTS DEAD, ONE INJURED

Written by on 25 March 2026

An active crime scene unfolded in Yeoville, johannesburg, after a police operation left four suspects fatally wounded and one injured. officers responded to reports of armed suspects in the area, according to police spokesperson captain tintswalo sibeko. Three firearms were recovered at the scene. the injured suspect is expected to provide information to assist the […]

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FAMILY FUNDAY SESSION WITH STAR-STUDDED LINEUP

Written by on 24 March 2026

The Family Funday Session is set to take place on Saturday, 28 March, at R54 Plat 13, Cyferpan, Vanderbijlpark, Matlapeng Country House. Hosted by Lekoa FM Passionate Journey, the event promises a fun-filled day for families, featuring swimming pools, a braai area, and food available for purchase at the venue Attendees can also bring their […]

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MEC VUYISWA RAMOKGOPA TO CONVENE GAUTENG’S FOOD AND NUTRITION SECURITY STRATEGY SYMPOSIUM

Written by on 24 March 2026

The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is hosting a Food and Nutrition Security Strategy Symposium on Wednesday, 25 March 2026. The event aims to address food insecurity that affects one in four households in Gauteng by shaping a five‑year provincial strategy to improve food access, boost local production, and build resilient food systems. The symposium […]

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KUBAYI CONDEMNS FATAL SHOOTING OF LAWYER IN JOHANNESBURG CBD

Written by on 24 March 2026

Minister of Justice, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has condemned the fatal shooting of a lawyer in the Johannesburg CBD. The victim, linked to Sibanye-Stillwater, was killed near the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration offices while reportedly handling a labour dispute. Police are investigating, and no arrests have been made. Kubayi said violence undermines the rule of […]

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