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The Democratic Alliance (DA) has escalated its ethics complaint against Higher Education Minister Nkabane Nobuhle, accusing her of gross misconduct and misleading Parliament regarding the appointment of board chairpersons for Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs). Allegations of Fabricated Panel and Political Favoritism DA spokesperson Karabo Khakhau revealed that the party has submitted supplementary evidence […]

Frustrated residents of Boikhutso township in Lichtenburg are raising alarms over the growing piles of uncollected refuse, leading to a surge in illegal dumping sites. The situation has sparked health and environmental concerns, with locals pleading for immediate municipal intervention. Breakdown in Waste Collection According to the local municipality, the delay in refuse removal is

In a bold move to expand its presence in South Africa, Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, has proposed funding high-speed internet connectivity for 5,000 rural schools. The offer comes after a recent policy shift relaxed strict ownership requirements for foreign communications companies, potentially paving the way for Starlink’s entry into the South African market.

KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Public Works and Infrastructure MEC Martin Meyer has provided an update on the province’s infrastructure challenges following a “fruitful and positive” meeting with the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU). The discussions centered on the safety of government buildings, particularly the deteriorating Ulundi legislative complex, as well as ongoing anti-corruption efforts

Dozens of South Africans gathered outside the US Consulate in Sandton on Thursday, chanting “Iran, do it—the world is with you!” in a protest denouncing American support for Israel amid escalating Middle East tensions. The demonstration, which drew participants of all ages—including men, women, and children—saw protesters voicing support for Iran and Palestine while condemning what they

Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) have arrested the leader of a gang responsible for an armed robbery at a used spare parts business in Hazelmere. The suspects, wanted by Verulam SAPS under case number CAS 348/06/2025, allegedly held up two nightshift employees and looted the premises last night (Friday). According to RUSA, the

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed that three soldiers were killed in a fatal shooting at the Macadamia Military Base near Komatipoort, Mpumalanga, in the early hours of this morning. According to SANDF spokesperson Rear Admiral Prince Tshabalala, the incident involved an altercation between soldiers, during which one soldier allegedly shot and

Government plans to nationalise the South African lottery when the current private operator’s licence expires in 2034. The new Sizekhaya Consortium must help the state develop skills and infrastructure to run the lottery itself from 2034. Critics warn that a state-run lottery could lead to more corruption, given the billions lost at parastatals and government

Some business owners in Khayelitsha say they’ve managed to broker a deal with Shoprite at the local mall to use their services. This followed days of protests by members of the Khayelitsha Business Forum, the South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO), and the Khayelitsha Security and Cleaning Association. Last week the group protested outside Shoprite

The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) welcomes the sentences handed down today by the Polokwane High Court to the three accused in the Nicci Jansen van Rensburg murder case. Nicci was murdered on his farm in Roedtan, Limpopo, on 7 October 2022. All three accused received life sentences along with additional sentences for conspiracy to