Natalie Nyathi A Pyper Cherokee aircraft with the registration ZSKFB has gone missing in KwaZulu-Natal, prompting urgent search and rescue operations. The aircraft, carrying three individuals, departed from Virginia Airport at approximately 3 PM on Sunday but failed to reach its intended destination. The aircraft was last tracked flying over Ladysmith, heading south toward either…
Natalie Nyathi BRAKPAN, SOUTH AFRICA – A sad event has shaken Brakpan, East Rand, after a 12-year-old was arrested following a joyride that ended in tragedy. The young driver is accused of hitting and killing a 14-year-old pedestrian while driving a car. The crash happened when the 12-year-old, driving a Mazda, ran a stop sign…
Deputy President Paul Mashatile is facing significant backlash following revelations that nearly R1 million in public funds was spent on luxury hotel accommodation during his diplomatic visit to Japan in March 2025. This trip, aimed at strengthening trade and cultural ties between South Africa and Japan, has drawn sharp criticism for its exorbitant costs. According…
Natalie Nyathi As the City of Tshwane prepares to elect a new mayor, Democratic Alliance (DA) federal chairperson Helen Zille maintains her stance that the Government of National Unity (GNU) operates more like a grand coalition than a genuine collaborative government. This assertion comes on the heels of significant political turmoil in Tshwane, following the…
Natalie Nyathi In a significant move towards fostering global peace, Mr. Ronald Lamola, the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, launched the South African leg of the South Africa-Finland Youth Peace Mediators Mentoring Programme, yesterday. This pioneering initiative aims to empower a new generation of peacebuilders, equipping them with the necessary skills to tackle conflict…
Police Stop House Robbery Gang on N1 North Highway Natalie Nyathi Earlier today, 5 June, 2025, a coordinated effort by multiple law enforcement agencies led to the dismantling of a notorious house robbery syndicate. The operation unfolded on the N1 North freeway, which was blocked off between Winnie Mandela Drive and Rivonia Road to facilitate…
Empowering Informal Traders: A Partnership for Economic Growth Natalie Nyathi Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), in partnership with the City of Ekurhuleni’s Department of Development Planning and Real Estate, hosted an event yesterday, June 4, 2025, at Boksburg City Hall to help informal traders. This event provided training and essential business equipment to support township…
Natalie Nyathi Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), in partnership with the City of Ekurhuleni’s Department of Development Planning and Real Estate, hosted an event yesterday, June 4, 2025, at Boksburg City Hall to help informal traders. This event provided training and essential business equipment to support township entrepreneurs, giving them the tools they need to…
Natalie Nyathi Recent events in the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party have caused a lot of discussion and concern. Floyd Shivambu’s visit to fugitive pastor Shepherd Bushiri in Malawi marked a turning point in his role as party secretary-general, ultimately leading to his dismissal. His refusal to take back his statements about the visit increased the…
Natalie Nyathi The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has announced new fuel price adjustments set to take effect on June 4, 2025. Following fluctuations in oil prices and the strengthening of the rand against the dollar throughout May, consumers can expect some minor reductions in fuel costs this month. May experienced notable volatility in…
