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 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…
Natalie Nyathi The Constitutional Court of South Africa has dismissed an application brought by the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party and its leader, former President Jacob Zuma, against President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision regarding the Police Minister. The court’s ruling, delivered on July 31, 2025, effectively allows Professor Firoz Cachalia to be sworn in as Acting Police…
The Constitutional Court held a special ceremony on Thursday morning to honor Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga as he retires after twelve years of service. Chief Justice Mandisa Maya led the event, which was attended by important figures from the legal community and government. Justice Madlanga’s journey began in the rural village of Njijini in the Eastern…
Natalie Nyathi The Constitutional Court of South Africa has reserved judgment on a case involving President Cyril Ramaphosa and allegations made by Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. These allegations claim that Minister Senzo Mchunu colluded with criminal groups and interfered in police investigations. In response to these serious claims, President Ramaphosa placed Minister Mchunu on special…
Natalie Nyathi South Africa is facing a big challenge as it prepares for a possible 30% tariff on all its exports to the United States, starting August 1. This has caused concern among South African businesses, as such a high tariff could hurt trade between the two countries. The US government, led by President Donald…
Ramaphosa Warns of Serious Problems in Zuma Case with Firoz Cachalia Natalie Nyathi President Cyril Ramaphosa has raised concerns about the legal issues involving former President Jacob Zuma. He warned that this case could lead to serious problems for the Constitutional Court, which is South Africa’s highest court. This warning comes at a key moment…
Madlanga Confirms Upcoming Consultation with Mkhwanazi for Inquiry Natalie Nyathi Acting Deputy Chief Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, who is leading the Judicial Commission of Inquiry, announced that the commission’s work is well underway. He confirmed that an initial consultation with KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is expected to take place soon. This inquiry was established…
