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President Cyril Ramaphosa officially opened a two-day national convention aimed at addressing the country’s pressing challenges, but the event has already sparked debate over whether it truly represents a citizen-led dialogue as originally envisioned. Over a thousand delegates from government, civil society, business, and communities gathered for the convention, which seeks to chart a path […]

Adrian Aval Kiweewa (31) and Joanita Amumpiire (36) appeared before the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, facing fraud charges following their arrest the previous day. The case stems from a June 2024 complaint in which the victim was allegedly defrauded by the duo, who posed as traditional healers. According

Seven months after heavy rains in January damaged their homes, dozens of families in Mondlo Township, under Abaqulusi Municipality, are still without permanent shelter. Residents say earlier promises by the Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs to provide new shelters have not been fulfilled. Left to their own devices, families are struggling to raise

South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Chief, General Rudzani Maphwanya, has been officially reprimanded for reportedly making comments against Israel and expressing support for Palestine during a recent visit to Iran. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) issued a rare public rebuke, emphasizing that only the department and the presidency are responsible for

The Free State Department of Economic and Environmental Affairs has launched a stringent operation targeting businesses flouting immigration laws, health and safety regulations, and selling illicit goods in the Bloemfontein CBD. In a joint operation with the Mangaung Metro’s power utility CENTLEC, municipal environmental health inspectors, SAPS, and Home Affairs immigration officials, authorities raided multiple

Members of the Free State community of people with disabilities have expressed concerns over the lack of accessible information regarding electronic voting (e-voting). Their worries emerged during a consultation session hosted by the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) in Bloemfontein, aimed at gathering stakeholder input on the potential introduction of e-voting in South Africa. The session

In an era where news is accessed instantly, the rapid growth of unregistered and non-credible online news platforms is undermining public trust in journalism and fueling misinformation, warns Media Monitoring Africa (MMA). Lister Namumba, a representative from MMA, highlighted the dangers posed by these unregulated websites in a recent interview, emphasizing their role in spreading

Tensions remain high outside Maponya Mall in Soweto following a violent attack on e-hailing drivers allegedly by taxi operators last night. Community members have gathered at the mall, demanding accountability from management and threatening to shut down operations if their safety concerns are not addressed. Remnants of Violence Still Visible The aftermath of the attack

LHL Attorneys Incorporated has filed a R65-million lawsuit in the Johannesburg High Court on behalf of 67 victims of the devastating 2022 Christmas Eve explosion in Boksburg, which killed 41 people and left over 100 injured. The legal action targets Infinite Fleet Transport, Innovative Staffing Solutions, and the City of Ekurhuleni, alleging corporate and municipal negligence. According to

As South Africa prepares for its first National Dialogue this Friday, aimed at setting the stage for a broader national dialogue, the event is already mired in controversy with several key stakeholders pulling out and raising concerns over its legitimacy and cost. A Divided Path to Dialogue President Cyril Ramaphosa has championed the National Dialogue