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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi yesterday unveiled the findings of a series of forensic investigations into provincial departments, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to transparency and accountability in governance. The reports, finalized by the Provincial Forensic Audit Unit, detail allegations of corruption, maladministration, and financial irregularities across multiple sectors. Key Findings and Departmental Shake-Up The investigations uncovered […]

The City of Ekurhuleni Council has approved Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza’s request to temporarily suspend a R126 electricity fixed charge for two months, following protests by residents over affordability concerns. The suspension comes after Thembisa residents took to the streets earlier this month, blocking roads with stones and burning tires in protest against the tariff hike.

ActionSA has reaffirmed that the multi-party coalition government in Tshwane, led by Mayor Dr. Nasiphi Moya, remains stable and committed to improving service delivery despite financial and governance challenges inherited from previous administrations. During a media briefing in Pretoria, the party presented its governance performance tracker—a tool designed to monitor service delivery and enhance accountability.

The e-hailing industry in South Africa is on the brink of major disruption as drivers prepare for a nationwide strike, protesting exploitative working conditions, unsustainable pricing models, and inadequate government intervention. The planned industrial action, organized by the National E-hailing Association, highlights growing frustrations among drivers who say they are being pushed to financial ruin

A devastating head-on collision near Bergville this morning has left five people dead, including two minors, and three others seriously injured. The accident involved two vehicles, one of which caught fire and was completely engulfed in flames. According to the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), the victims included a toddler aged between two and three years

Border Management Authority (BMA) Commissioner Dr. Michael Masiapato today announced a series of new security measures aimed at improving traveller verification and law enforcement efficiency at South Africa’s ports of entry. The announcement was made during a press conference in Pretoria, where the Commissioner also presented the BMA’s first-quarter performance report for the 2025-26 financial

The South African Communist Party (SACP) is gearing up to mark its 104th founding anniversary with a major rally in KwaZulu-Natal tomorrow. The event will feature an address by SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila, who is expected to outline the party’s vision and strategic direction amid a pivotal political moment. A Milestone for the SACP

A 30-year-old male suspect was fatally wounded during an exchange of gunfire with police officers earlier today in the Canzibe Administrative Area. The incident occurred at approximately 14:00 after members of the Tactical Response Team (TRT), acting on intelligence regarding a suspect connected to a local extortion ring, attempted to stop a vehicle driven by

Haytor Clinic in Whittlesea near Komani is currently in a terrible state. The property, built in 1976, has three rooms, so there’s barely any privacy for nurses to conduct tests or counsel patients. This usually happens in the waiting area in front of other patients. A R9-million tender was awarded to a contractor last year

The City of Tshwane is grappling with a growing sinkhole crisis, with 64 sinkholes reported across the metro, the latest appearing just meters from a home in Lyttelton Manor. Opposition parties, the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Freedom Front Plus (FF+), are now pushing for affected areas to be declared a national disaster, warning that aging