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Political battle erupts in Tshwane over R777 million water tanker spending
Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Political battle erupts in Tshwane over R777 million water tanker spending

Who is Ali Larijani, Iran's national security chief killed by Israel

AFP|Updated

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Larijani was " eliminated last night", although this has not been confirmed by Iran.

Former ANC spokesperson Zizi Kodwa unaware of NPA reinstating corruption charges

Manyane Manyane|Updated

The NPA has announced its intention to reinstate fraud and corruption charges against former Minister Zizi Kodwa, who claims he has yet to receive official communication ...

NSFAS denies viral R630,000 student payout video, cites entertainment prank

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Viral social media claims of a massive NSFAS student payment are false and misleading. The scheme says the image is manipulated, urges the public to trust only official ...

Viral video of schoolchildren inhaling fire extinguisher contents sparks health warnings

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Johannesburg EMS has issued a warning after a viral video showed schoolchildren “smoking” fire extinguisher contents, cautioning that the act can cause respiratory ...

Israel responds to South Africa's genocide case at the ICJ

Brandon Nel|Updated

Israel has filed its response in SA’s genocide case before the International Court of Justice, more than a year after Pretoria submitted its detailed written arguments ...

South African pro-Palestine groups back Ramaphosa's ICJ statement

Theolin Tembo|Updated

Reactions pour in from South African organisations following President Ramaphosa's announcement about Israel's response in the genocide case at the ICJ.

Who is Matipandile Sotheni, the ex-police task force member accused of killing Witness D?

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Matipandile Sotheni, a former elite SAPS officer, faces multiple charges in connection with the murder of Marius van der Merwe, known as 'Witness D.'

‘Not our war’: How the world has reacted to Trump’s call to patrol the Hormuz Strait

RT News|Updated

Nations getting oil through the key shipping lane should send warships to the region, the American president has demanded.

Army deployed to crime hotspots as shootings continue to terrorise communities

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Over 2,000 soldiers have been deployed nationwide to support police in tackling violent crime and organised criminal networks, with National Police Commissioner ...

Madlanga Commission witness murder: Former police operative in court

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

Former special forces operative Matipandile Sotheni was allegedly involved in the assassination of former Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) reservist ...

Patrice Motsepe 'just testing the waters' with his ANC presidency campaign

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Patrice Motsepe's campaign for the ANC presidency is gaining traction, despite his denials of ambitions to replace President Cyril Ramaphosa in 2027.

Witness D murder-accused in the dock

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

A man accused of killing whistle‑blower Marius van der Merwe, known as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission, made his first court appearance Monday as police pursue ...

Witness F says he was asked to be the middleman between Shadrack Sibiya and Cat Matlala | Madlanga Commission

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi's testimony at the Madlanga Commission raises questions about the credibility of suspended Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya's claims regarding ...

Ekurhuleni education at risk as municipal service cuts loom for 138 schools

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

At least 138 schools in Ekurhuleni face possible water and electricity disconnections after racking up more than R81 million in municipal debt. Gauteng Education ...

A Day for Unity and Human Rights: Three Important Celebrations on 21st March

Flora Teckie|Published

On 21st March, we celebrate the Bahá'í New Year, Human Rights Day, and the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The writer explores how ...

Witness D murder accused appears in court on multiple charges

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

A man accused of killing whistle‑blower Marius van der Merwe, known as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission, made his first court appearance Monday as police pursue ...

Watch VideoWitness F faces scrutiny at Madlanga Commission over alleged underworld links

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Testimonies alleged that Nkosi collected bribe money from Molefe, accusations bolstered by CCTV footage already presented to the commission.

Clicks issues immediate recall on kids' snacks amid Listeria fears

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

The National Consumer Commission has recalled MADE 4 TOTS Chicken Corn Puffs sold by Clicks after a batch tested positive for non-pathogenic Listeria contamination. ...

Senzo Mchunu's U-turn: Suspended Police Minister looks to reverse his own step-aside decision

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is contemplating a return to his ANC duties.