D-Day Disappointment: Coronationville Still Without Water as Morero’s Promise Expires Natalie Nyathi Coronationville residents are facing yet another day of dry taps, marking a stark failure of Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero to deliver on his promise made just a week ago. On September 11th, amidst escalating protests over prolonged water shortages, Morero assured the community…
Natalie Nyathi The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is set to officially commence its public hearings today at 10:00 AM at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria, marking a crucial moment for South Africa’s criminal justice system. KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will be the first witness to testify, presenting evidence to support…
Natalie Nyathi With local government elections looming, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a blunt message to local African National Congress (ANC) councillors: improve performance or face political ruin. Speaking at a “roll call” meeting at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on September 15, 2025, Ramaphosa emphasized the critical role councillors play in the party’s future. “Without you…
Natalie Nyathi Johannesburg is currently facing a serious water problem, with many people struggling to get enough water. The city’s old pipes and other equipment are breaking down, making it hard to deliver water to everyone. One of the main systems that supplies water, called the Commando System, is running very low. This system is…
Natalie Nyathi In a significant step towards combating corruption, the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has frozen assets worth over R370 million linked to a massive fraud syndicate operating within Tembisa Hospital in Gauteng. The move comes after a lengthy investigation sparked by a courageous report from Babita Deokaran, the…
Johannesburg Residents Clash with Police Amid Water Crisis: Rubber Bullets and Tear Gas Deployed Natalie Nyathi Tensions have reached a boiling point in several Johannesburg communities as residents, deprived of consistent water supply, took to the streets in protest. The demonstrations in Westbury and Coronationville turned violent, with police resorting to tear gas and rubber…
Natalie Nyathi During a recent virtual meeting, leaders from the BRICS bloc,a group of emerging economies including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—expressed strong opposition to what they termed “tariff blackmail” and economic protectionism. This meeting was initiated by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and highlighted the growing challenges posed by unilateral…
Natalie Nyathi The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is gearing up to begin its critical hearings into police corruption in South Africa, with KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi expected to be the first witness. The inquiry is set to start on September 17, 2025, and aims to investigate serious allegations of corruption, political interference,…
Natalie Nyathi Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee, tasked with investigating explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, is actively preparing for its hearings, though facing delays and public disagreements over witness appearances. The committee will meet today, to receive a progress report on its readiness. Mkhwanazi’s allegations, made public in July 2025,…
Natalie Nyathi In a recent operation, the Department of Correctional Services took a proactive approach to ensure that parolees in Mitchells Plain are following the rules of their release. According a report by ENCA, the late-night visit aimed to monitor individuals who were sentenced for serious crimes, particularly those related to gender-based violence and femicide….
