Author name: Scott Balson

The Public Protector of South Africa has stated that it has no record of any formal complaint lodged by the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) regarding the alleged denial of healthcare services to Zimbabwean nationals in the country. This clarification comes in response to multiple media inquiries about the issue. The Public Protector’s office confirmed […]

African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed the strength of the tripartite alliance, describing it as a crucial vehicle for uplifting the majority of South Africans. However, he voiced concern over the South African Communist Party’s (SACP) decision to contest upcoming elections independently, warning that the move could weaken the alliance’s collective impact.

The South African government has warned that up to 30,000 jobs could be impacted by new 30% tariffs imposed by the United States, prompting urgent intervention measures to support affected industries. Ministers Ronald Lamola (International Relations) and Parks Tau (Trade, Industry, and Competition) confirmed during a press briefing today that negotiations with the US are ongoing to minimize economic fallout. The government has also

The family of an 18-year-old learner from David Mama Senior School is calling for strong disciplinary action after a disturbing bullying incident was caught on video and widely shared online. The victim, who was assaulted while traveling home in a scholar transport vehicle, is currently receiving counseling as the community demands accountability. Public Outrage and

More than 3,000 learners from various schools in Vosloorus gathered at Thuto-Lesedi Secondary School today, demanding the removal of the principal following a brutal attack on a 16-year-old pupil last month. The victim remains hospitalized in ICU, fighting for his life and eyesight after being assaulted by a group of students in what authorities suspect

The City of Johannesburg has less than two weeks to respond to the National Treasury’s stern warnings over its deteriorating financial health. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has reportedly written to Mayor Dada Morero, demanding immediate action to curb wasteful expenditure and hold officials accountable for violations of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). According to

A 26-year-old man, Ogorogile Motsoathebe, is set to appear in the Ganyesa Magistrate’s Court today for a formal bail application following his arrest last week in connection with the rape and murder of a six-year-old girl. The suspect was apprehended in Morokweng after the child, who had been traveling with her family from a horse

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested 10 police officers in Johannesburg on allegations of theft and corruption. The arrests were made during a raid conducted by the Tactical Response Team, with authorities confiscating items as evidence. Among those detained, six officers are from the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD), while the remaining four

Electricity prices in South Africa have surged at nearly four times the rate of inflation over the past 25 years, leaving millions of unemployed and low-income citizens struggling to afford basic necessities. With many households relying on government Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grants, the choice between keeping the lights on or putting food on

Carletonville, located under the Merafong Local Municipality in Gauteng, has experienced prolonged power outages for over a month. Residents and business owners in Welverdiend, Carletonville, complain that newer, low-income communities are overloading the grid. The communities share one transformer. The original one blew after being overloaded, and a new one had to be sent for