Natalie Nyathi In a significant escalation of trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 30% tariff on all South African imports, effective August 1, 2025. This decision, articulated in a formal letter to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, reflects ongoing frustrations regarding what Trump deems “unfair trade practices” and persistent trade deficits….
Natalie Nyathi Eskom has recently reached a significant milestone with the successful return of Unit 4 at the Medupi Power Station. This development adds 800 megawatts to South Africa’s electricity supply, which is crucial for stabilizing the country’s energy situation and addressing ongoing electricity shortages. Unit 4’s return is particularly notable because it came eight…
Natalie Nyathi As explosive allegations of political interference and corruption rock the South African Police Service (SAPS), the national leadership has moved to reassure the public that normal policing operations will continue uninterrupted across the country. This announcement comes amidst a backdrop of accusations leveled by KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi against Police Minister…
Natalie Nyathi Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu has firmly rejected allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Mkhwanazi accused Mchunu of interfering in police investigations related to a task team focused on political killings. Mchunu called these accusations “baseless” and lacking evidence. The controversy began during a media briefing at the KwaZulu-Natal provincial…
Natalie Nyathi Torrential rains have unleashed devastating floods across the Western Cape, leaving thousands of residents stranded and prompting widespread emergency response efforts. The relentless downpours, which began earlier in the week, have overwhelmed infrastructure and caused significant damage to homes and communities, particularly in informal settlements. According to eNCA, over 3,000 residents have been…
Natalie Nyathi Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has sharply criticized former President Thabo Mbeki in response to Mbeki’s open letter condemning the DA’s decision to withdraw from the National Dialogue. In his eleven-page letter, Mbeki argued that the DA’s withdrawal was misplaced and urged the party to reconsider its participation in the Government of…
Natalie Nyathi Former President Thabo Mbeki has written an open letter to Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen, saying the DA’s choice to pull out of the upcoming National Dialogue was “misplaced” and not in the party’s best interests. Mbeki suggested that Steenhuisen should have considered leaving the Government of National Unity (GNU) instead. In…
Natalie Nyathi The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party is dealing with serious internal issues, including claims of fake documents and leadership disputes. This situation escalated when leaked letters, supposedly from MK Party Deputy President John Hlophe, circulated, leading him to address the public to clear up the rumors. On Thursday, July 3, 2025, Dr. John Hlophe,…
Natalie Nyathi The issue of healthcare access for foreign nationals in South Africa has sparked a heated debate. At the center of this discussion are the rights of undocumented immigrants and the responsibilities of the South African healthcare system. The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has stated that access to healthcare is a constitutional…
Natalie Nyathi David Mabuza, the former Deputy President of South Africa, has died at the age of 64 after a prolonged illness. His passing occurred on July 3, 2025, in a Sandton hospital, leaving a significant mark on South African politics. Born on August 25, 1960, in Mpumalanga, Mabuza began his career as a teacher…
