The Gangsterism and Social Dysfunction seminar at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) highlighted that police alone cannot effectively address the growing sub-culture of gangs and the evolution of gangsterism in South Africa. The seminar brought together key stakeholders from civil society, government, law enforcement, and local communities to examine the roots, consequences, and […]
The legal team for Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala has accused the state of deliberately frustrating their case by failing to disclose requested evidence. Matlala and four co-accused appeared in the Johannesburg High Court in connection with the attempted murder of socialite Tebogo Thobejane, businessman Joe Sibanyoni, and music producer Seunkie Mokubung. Matlala’s lawyer, Annelene Van Der […]
The African National Congress (ANC) in Limpopo has confirmed that its 11th Provincial Elective Conference will proceed as scheduled at the end of this month, despite ongoing internal disputes. A court battle in the Vhembe District is currently challenging the legitimacy of the regional elective conference results. Some concerns over suspected manipulation of branch general […]
A six-week-old baby has tragically died, and several adults sustained injuries following a collision between a taxi and a bakkie in Bredell, Kempton Park, on Gauteng’s East Rand. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Ekurhuleni EMS spokesperson William Ntladi confirmed that all injured parties have been transported to various hospitals for treatment.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to reflect on the country’s democratic journey as it marks 30 years since the adoption of its Constitution. Describing the Constitution as more than just the supreme law, Ramaphosa said it represents a solemn promise to uphold human dignity and ensure that the injustices of the past […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has submitted his responses to the Ad Hoc Committee, which is investigating allegations of criminal infiltration, corruption, and political interference within the justice system. The Presidency had initially missed its Monday deadline for submission and requested an extension until the close of business on Tuesday. According to the President’s office, providing the […]
Sergeant Fannie Nkosi of Gauteng’s Organised Crime Unit told the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria that he shared confidential information with businessman Steve Motsumi because of Motsumi’s “love for the country.” Nkosi revealed that he had forwarded an email regarding alleged Mozambican kidnapping kingpin Esmael Nangy to Motsumi, claiming his actions were motivated by concern for […]
The embattled Emfuleni Local Municipality in the Vaal, south of Johannesburg, has reportedly spent nearly R700 million on employee overtime, according to the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs. The figure was revealed in response to questions from the Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. The municipality continues to struggle with basic […]
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has reiterated that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu did not consult or inform him before deciding to disband the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT). Masemola made the remarks during his appearance as a repeat witness before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee investigating national security matters. Masemola told MPs that the decision to […]
Municipalities have only two weeks left to submit their electricity tariff applications for the 2026/27 financial year. The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has set a deadline of 31 March, and all submissions must include cost-of-supply studies. Eskom will increase electricity prices by 8.76% for customers supplied directly by the utility. Most municipalities, […]