Natalie Nyathi Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero is at a critical juncture in his tenure as he prepares to face a motion of no confidence, initiated by the Democratic Alliance (DA). This motion, set to be debated during a special council sitting, comes just ten months after Morero took office and highlights the growing discontent surrounding…
Natalie Nyathi TymeBank founder and CEO Coenraad Jonker has reached out to Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber, urging him to reconsider a significant increase in fees for identity verification services, set to take effect on July 1, 2025. Jonker warns that this 6,500% hike could harm financial access for millions of South Africans. He…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Natalie Nyathi The funeral service for former Eastern Cape Judge President Justice Clement Themba Sangoni was held yesterday, in Qokolweni, Mthatha. Various dignitaries, family members, and colleagues from the judiciary gathered to honor a prominent figure in South Africa’s legal system. Justice Sangoni, who passed away at the age of 77 after a short illness,…
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,…
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…
