UKRAINE AND RUSSIA- US President Donald Trump has announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, set to run from 9 May to 11 May. In a post on Truth Social, he said the agreement would include a full pause in “all kinetic activity” as well as a proposed exchange of 1 000 prisoners from […]
EMFULENI- Executive Mayor of Emfuleni Local Municipality has announced the appointment of new Members of the Mayoral Committee (MMCs) as part of efforts to strengthen governance and improve service delivery. The appointments were made in line with the Local Government: Municipal Structures Act and the Constitution of South Africa. Cllr Sefatsa Sefatsa of the ANC […]
PRETORIA- A former member of the SAPS Directorate of Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), retired Lieutenant-Colonel Jakobus Prinsloo, is expected to take the stand at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. He will give evidence about the alleged theft of drugs from the Hawks’ premises in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, where a major cocaine consignment went missing. The […]
PRETORIA- President Cyril Ramaphosa has held discussions with Mozambican President Daniel Chapo focusing on immigration challenges affecting the continent, including the growing protests against illegal foreigners in South Africa. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the talks highlighted the need to understand both domestic and continental factors driving large-scale migration. The leaders agreed that issues such […]
VOSLOORUS- Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Provincial Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni are set to brief the media on developments in the Mazwi Kubheka case. The joint briefing will focus on updates regarding ongoing investigations and interventions by law enforcement authorities. The media briefing is scheduled to take place on 3 May 2026 at […]
STRAIT OF HORMUZ- Iran has proposed a deal to reopen shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. blockade, while postponing discussions on its nuclear programme. However, Donald Trump has rejected the offer so far, saying he is not satisfied with the proposal. Iran maintains it is open to diplomacy if the United […]
WASHINGTON D.C- Donald Trump says he is not satisfied with Iran’s latest proposal aimed at restarting negotiations over the ongoing conflict. Speaking before departing the White House, Trump acknowledged that Iran appears willing to reach a deal but criticised its leadership as divided and inconsistent. Despite some progress in discussions, he indicated that Tehran’s demands […]
BRAKPAN- Cosatu has urged workers to play an active role in maintaining unity between the ANC and SACP, amid tensions following the Communist Party’s decision to contest elections independently. The union says it hopes for a positive resolution during its upcoming elective conference in September. The federation emphasized that workers remain a powerful force for […]
LONDON- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged stronger measures to protect the Jewish community following the stabbing of two men in North London. Acknowledging growing fear among Jewish residents, he promised increased police presence in affected areas, tougher action against antisemitism, and new laws to counter threats linked to foreign states. The incident comes […]
GERMISTON- The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality council sitting in Germiston collapsed on Thursday after opposition parties the DA, EFF and ActionSA staged a walkout. The parties withdrew from the meeting because both Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza and Acting City Manager Tsholofelo Koopedi were not present. The council was expected to deliberate on ongoing court matters involving suspended […]