NORTH WEST – ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to become active citizens by registering to vote and participating in the country’s democratic processes. Speaking during the ANC’s voter registration campaign in Madibeng, outside Brits in the North West, Ramaphosa said citizens should not sit back but must play an active role […]
South Africa’s Commonwealth Games swimming team returned home on Saturday after a successful campaign, winning 22 medals with a squad of 25 swimmers. The team exceeded expectations despite competing against countries with greater resources. Star swimmer Lara van Niekerk successfully defended her 50m breaststroke title after overcoming health challenges. Coach Dean Price praised the team’s […]
PRETORIA – Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has announced a complete overhaul of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) following allegations made at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. The department will review the qualifications and job profiles of all 146 IDAC staff members, conduct lifestyle audits, and assess all cases currently before the […]
UPDATE – Twelve people, including five children, have died and several others were injured after a bus carrying 60 passengers overturned on the N1 between Trompsburg and Edenburg in the Free State overnight. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash. The affected section of the N1 was closed for several hours, and motorists […]
FREE STATE – Eleven people, including five children, have died after a bus carrying about 60 passengers overturned on the N1 north of Trompsburg in the Free State on Thursday night. Emergency teams worked through the night to rescue passengers trapped inside the bus, while traffic officials closed the affected section of the N1 and […]
JOHANNESBURG – Three senior City of Ekurhuleni officials have been dismissed over allegations of fraud and corruption. Head of Legal Services Kemi Behari and Head of Human Resources Linda Gxasheka were among those fired after being implicated at the Madlanga Commission. The officials are accused of protecting and failing to take disciplinary action against suspended […]
JOHANNESBURG – The National Consumer Commission has announced a safety recall of more than 2,200 Toyota Urban Cruiser vehicles due to a manufacturing fault affecting the fuel gauge. Toyota says the defect may cause the fuel gauge to show more fuel than is actually in the tank, preventing the low-fuel warning light from coming on. […]
PRETORIA – Twelve years after the murder of former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa, his mother, Ntombifuthi Meyiwa, says the family is still waiting for justice. She says her only wish is for those responsible for her son’s death to be held accountable. Five men are currently on trial in the High Court in Pretoria […]
POLOKWANE – Prominent Limpopo lekompo musician Lehlogonolo “Shebe Maburna” Chauke has appeared in the High Court in Polokwane for a second bail application based on what his legal team says is fresh evidence. He remains in custody after previous bail applications were dismissed by both the lower court and the High Court. Chauke, who has […]
JOHANNESBURG – The Betway Premiership returns this weekend, with defending champions Orlando Pirates starting their title defence against newly promoted Milford FC at home on Saturday. Pirates will be aiming for a second consecutive league title after ending Mamelodi Sundowns’ dominance last season. Kaizer Chiefs will also begin a new chapter under French coach Fernando […]