Settlement Reached in City Power and Eskom Debt Dispute

Natalie Nyathi In a significant development for Johannesburg residents, Electricity Minister Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has announced that a settlement has been reached between City Power and Eskom regarding their long-standing debt dispute. This resolution comes after years of incorrect billing issues and financial challenges faced by the city’s power utility. During a media briefing, Ramokgopa…

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ActionSA Kicks Off 2026 Municipal Elections Campaign in Alexandra Amid Community Frustrations

Natalie Nyathi Yesterday morning, ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba launched the party’s campaign for the upcoming local government elections in Alexandra, Johannesburg. The event aimed to address longstanding issues in the community, but not all residents welcomed the political initiative. Mashaba, joined by Tshwane Mayor Dr. Nasiphi Moya and ActionSA’s national chairperson Michael Beaumont, sought to…

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The Turmoil Within the MK Party

Natalie Nyathi The MK Party (MKP) is currently grappling with significant internal strife, particularly surrounding the controversial figure of Mary Phadi. Recent developments have raised concerns about the party’s direction and leadership accountability. Mary Phadi was reinstated by a court following her unfair dismissal, which has sparked intense debate within the MKP. While this legal…

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Gauteng Police Make Significant Strides with Over 1,000 Arrests in Recent Operation Shanela

Natalie Nyathi JOHANNESBURG – Gauteng police have arrested more than 1,000 suspects and seized firearms during Operation Shanela, which took place from June 20 to 22, 2025. During the operation, a total of 1,032 suspects were apprehended. Among those arrested, 78 individuals were charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. Additionally, 786 suspects were…

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South African Consumers Face Financial Strain Amidst Israel-Iran Conflict

Natalie Nyathi As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, global markets are experiencing significant fluctuations, particularly in oil prices. This turmoil is poised to have dire economic implications for consumers in South Africa, already grappling with financial challenges. According to a recent report by Ashley Lechman in Business Report, the conflict has led to an…

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Ramaphosa Reaffirms Commitment to Judicial Independence Natalie Nyathi Yesterday, President Cyril Ramaphosa reaffirmed the South African government’s commitment to judicial independence during the 30th anniversary celebrations of the Constitutional Court at Constitutional Hill. This event gathered dignitaries, judicial leaders, and government officials to honor the court’s role in promoting rights and democracy. In his speech,…

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Limpopo’s Musina-Makhado Project Stuck in Limbo Natalie Nyathi The Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone in Limpopo was launched by President Cyril Ramaphosa in 2018, hoping to attract over R40 billion in investments. However, after seven years, the project has mostly stalled, with only one company showing real interest in investing. Despite spending more than R100 million…

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