Natalie Nyathi Five students have been arrested following a fire at Thuto-Lefa Secondary School in Munsieville, Krugersdorp, where two mobile classrooms were destroyed. The South African Police Service is investigating the incident as a case of arson, with initial findings suggesting that the fire was started deliberately in response to recent changes in the school…
Natalie Nyathi Kenny Kunene, the deputy president of the Patriotic Alliance, has been ordered by the courts to apologize to Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, for using hate speech. The Gauteng High Court upheld an earlier ruling by the Equality Court, which found Kunene guilty of hate speech for calling Malema a…
Ad Hoc Committee Launches Inquiry into Mkhwanazi’s Corruption Allegations Natalie Nyathi A parliamentary ad hoc committee has been established to investigate allegations of corruption and political interference within the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the criminal justice system. This committee was formed in response to serious claims made by KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner Lieutenant…
Natalie Nyathi The African National Congress (ANC) is under fire after holding a recent National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting at the Germiston Civic Centre, a government-owned facility. Opposition parties, particularly the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), are accusing the ANC of abusing state resources for its own political purposes. The ANC’s NEC meeting, a key gathering…
Natalie Nyathi President Cyril Ramaphosa is urging South Africa to adapt quickly to the new 30% tariffs imposed by the United States on South African imports. These tariffs, announced by President Donald Trump, are part of a strategy to reshape global trade and could significantly impact South Africa’s economy. The new tariffs are set to…
Natalie Nyathi Mayor Dada Morero of Johannesburg is facing mounting pressure to urgently address the city’s deteriorating financial situation, following a strong warning from Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. In a letter issued on July 30, Godongwana voiced serious concerns regarding the city’s financial management, particularly the high levels of unauthorized, irregular, and wasteful expenditure. Johannesburg,…
Natalie Nyathi The African National Congress (ANC) recently held an important National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting over the weekend in Johannesburg. The main focus was on the upcoming 30% tariff imposed by the United States on South African exports. This tariff is set to take effect on August 7 and has raised concerns within the…
Natalie Nyathi The Border Management Authority (BMA) has reported a significant crackdown on illegal immigration, intercepting and deporting nearly 10,000 individuals attempting to enter South Africa unlawfully during the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. This announcement was made today by Commissioner Dr. Michael Masiapato, highlighting the BMA’s commitment to securing the nation’s borders….
Natalie Nyathi With the G20 Summit set to take place in Johannesburg in November 2025, the city’s readiness to host the event is under intense scrutiny. The Democratic Alliance (DA), a prominent opposition party, has voiced serious concerns about Johannesburg’s capacity to welcome world leaders, citing widespread service delivery failures, governance instability, and financial mismanagement….
Natalie Nyathi The South African judiciary is undergoing a significant transition as Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga retires from the Constitutional Court after 12 years of service, paving the way for Justice Dunstan Mlambo’s appointment as the new Deputy Chief Justice. A special ceremony was held on Thursday morning to honor Justice Madlanga, with Chief Justice Mandisa…
