EFF Leader, Julius Malema has called on Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) supporters to remain calm and avoid any form of disruption as they await his sentencing at the Regional Court in KuGompo, Eastern Cape. This comes as thousands of supporters gathered in the city to show solidarity with him during the court proceedings. Supporters later […]
The sentencing phase in Julius Malema’s firearm discharge case has been postponed, with the court yet to decide on an appropriate punishment. Magistrate Twanet Olivier, who is presiding over the matter in the East London Regional Court, confirmed that judgment on sentencing is not yet ready. The case was adjourned to 9am on Thursday after […]
International relations expert Dr Emmanuel Matambo has described veteran politician Roelf Meyer as a pragmatic and strategic choice for South Africa’s new ambassador to the United States. His appointment was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday. Meyer replaces Ebrahim Rasool as Pretoria works to repair strained diplomatic relations with Washington. Matambo said the move […]
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has argued that EFF leader Julius Malema should receive a 15-year prison sentence following his firearm conviction. Malema was found guilty in October last year for allegedly firing several shots in public during the EFF’s fifth anniversary celebrations in 2018. During pre-sentencing proceedings at the Magistrate’s Court in KuGompo City, […]
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has urged South Africa’s intelligence community to improve coordination and take decisive action to protect the country. Speaking at a 14 April 2026 ceremony for members of the National Intelligence Co-ordinating Committee (NICOC), she stressed that the gathering was more than symbolic, reaffirming the committee’s legal mandate under the […]
The Gauteng Provincial Government has pushed back against claims by DA leader Solly Msimanga that Premier Panyaza Lesufi failed to release MEC performance agreements, saying the information is already public. Officials confirmed the agreements were published in October 2025 and accused the DA of spreading misleading claims. The government criticised the opposition for failing to […]
Parliament has confirmed that the African Transformation Movement (ATM) has submitted a request to impeach President Cyril Ramaphosa. The motion was formally lodged with National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza, marking a new political development against the president. The move follows a report by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), which raised concerns about the conduct […]
UPDATE- United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement to end their conflict after lengthy 21-hour talks held in Islamabad, Pakistan. The discussions ended without progress, putting a fragile ceasefire at risk as both sides blamed each other for the breakdown. The conflict has already resulted in thousands of deaths and rising global oil […]
President Donald Trump said the United States Navy will immediately begin blocking ships in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting vessels entering or leaving the key waterway. He also said the US will intercept ships in international waters that have paid fees or “tolls” to Iran to pass through the strait. His announcement came shortly after […]
Geordin Hill-Lewis, in his inaugural speech as the new Federal Leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA), paid tribute to his predecessors Tony Leon and Helen Zille, recognising their role in shaping and growing the party. He addressed delegates on Day 2 of the DA Federal Congress held at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand after […]