Author name: Scott Balson

National Lottery outlets in Gauteng experienced disruptions over the weekend as Ithuba Holdings assumed control under a new 12-month temporary license. The last-minute decision, announced by Trade and Industry Minister Parks Tau on Saturday night, aimed to prevent a halt in ticket sales after Ithuba’s previous contract expired the same day. Last-Minute Deal Avoids Suspension […]

The inaugural Transport and Motor Show held at the Mbombela Stadium this past weekend offered an exciting showcase of vehicles, from vintage cars to high-performance trucks, boats, airplanes, and motorcycles. The two-day event drew families and transport enthusiasts, providing hands-on experiences and education on various modes of transport. A Show Like No Other The event featured an impressive display of

The City of Gqeberha is once again preparing to welcome its majestic seasonal visitors—humpback whales—as they migrate along the Eastern Cape coastline. While these gentle giants rarely interact with residents, their arrival creates a breathtaking spectacle for nature lovers. To mark the occasion, the city hosted its 5th Annual Algoa Bay Whale Festival, a vibrant celebration

The National Health Department has conceded that South Africa’s health sector is severely overburdened, with an urgent need to hire more nurses to address critical staffing shortages. Out of the 140,000 nurses employed in the public sector, only 27,000 are available to care for the majority of South Africans who rely on public healthcare—approximately 60

Rand Water has dismissed rumors of a complete water shutdown in Gauteng during a major infrastructure maintenance project set to begin on June 3 and run until July 21. The utility emphasized that while water pressure may be reduced, residents will still have access to water. The clarification came during a site visit by Water

Farhad Hoomer, leader of the Islamic State of Africa political party, has called on South Africans to judge his organisation without prejudice as he seeks to register it with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) to contest the 2026 municipal elections nationwide. Hoomer, who was previously charged with terrorism in 2018 in connection with an alleged

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) is in mourning following the tragic death of its Member of Parliament and Deputy Chief Whip, Khethamabala Petros “KP” Sithole. The 68-year-old politician was fatally shot in Katlehong on Gauteng’s East Rand on Saturday night. Sithole was a dedicated and long-serving member of the IFP’s National Council, with a distinguished

In a major push to strengthen South Africa’s informal economy, the City of Johannesburg has launched a R500 million Spaza Shop Support Fund, aimed at empowering township and rural entrepreneurs. The initiative, unveiled in Soweto in April, offers a mix of grants and interest-free loans of up to R300,000 per business to help spaza shop owners formalize and grow their

In a bold move to address the severe backlog in civil cases, the Judge President of the Gauteng Division of the High Court has introduced compulsory mediation for all civil matters. The directive comes as trial dates in some cases are being scheduled as far ahead as 2031, highlighting the urgent need for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. A

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the ZF Mgcawu District has welcomed the sentencing of an 18-year-old rape accused in the Postmansburg Regional Court on Monday, 26 May 2025. The accused was found guilty of rape and sentenced to five years imprisonment. The conviction stems from an incident that occurred on the evening of