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From Chains to Renaissance: Ambassador advocates for Haiti's full membership of the AU

MAZWI XABA|Updated

Haitian Ambassador Jean Robert Pillard passionately calls for Haiti, 'Africa’s first daughter', to reclaim its rightful place within the African Union, challenging geographical boundaries and advocating for unity among nations.

Ukraine's Diplomatic Impunity in Pretoria

Gillian Schutte|Updated

Gillian Schutte unravels the intricate web of diplomacy as Ukraine's ambassador in South Africa publicly refuses to sign a condolence book for Iran's fallen leaders, ...

Cosatu and SACP decline to endorse ANC candidates ahead of Gauteng provincial conference

Loyiso Sidimba|Updated

As tensions escalate ahead of the local government elections, Cosatu and the SACP's refusal to endorse candidates for the ANC's Gauteng provincial conference.

Cosatu welcomes ex-MP Vincent Smith's seven-year prison sentence in Bosasa scandal

Staff Reporter|Published

Cosatu applauds the seven-year prison sentence handed to former MP Vincent Smith for his role in the Bosasa corruption scandal, marking a significant step in the ...

Mgcini Tshwaku dismisses claims of kidnapping during Alexandra operation

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

MMC Mgcini Tshwaku has denied claims he was kidnapped during a raid in Alexandra Township. Officials faced resistance at a suspected illegal brothel, but the situation ...

Meet Metropolitan’s Top 20 Collective Shapers 2026

Partnered Content|Published

The second phase saw the featured 20 finalists progress to a further four weeks of sector-specific training, applying those new behaviours to build frameworks for ...

Hijacked buildings face blackout as city power chases R14.6 million debt

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

City Power disconnected seven hijacked buildings in Braamfontein, Hillbrow, and Doornfontein, targeting properties with over R14.6 million in unpaid electricity ...

Gauteng educator arrested for alleged rape of Grade 12 learner

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

According to GDE spokesperson Steve Mabona, the allegations came to light after the learner's mother formally reported the matter to the school's principal on 2 ...

How a petrol attendant's act of kindness transformed a woman's life in Pretoria

Zelda Venter|Updated

Discover the inspiring story of Tembeka Sonkwele, whose life took a turn for the better thanks to the kindness of petrol attendant Benson Laka.

Accused tearful as families demand justice for 14 children lost in Vaal crash

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Families of 14 children killed in a devastating scholar transport crash confronted the accused driver in court on Thursday, saying they are still struggling to accept ...

Gauteng crime stats: Alarming rise in kidnappings

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

Despite a marginal decrease in crime rates, Gauteng police remain on high alert as kidnappings and hijackings threaten community safety.

AACIS’26 Opens a $40 Trillion Gateway for South African Investors in Abuja

Published

Discover how AACIS'26 is set to bridge Africa and the Caribbean, unlocking a $40 trillion market for South African investors. Are you ready to seize this opportunity? ...

Former MP Vincent Smith sentenced to seven years in prison for corruption and fraud

IOL Reporter|Updated

The Johannesburg High Court sentenced the former MP, Vincent Smith to seven years direct imprisonment after reaching a plea and sentence agreement with the state. ...

Bitcoin surges amid relief rally and Trump’s intervention

BR Reporter|Updated

Bitcoin has surged 8% to $73,777, its highest level in a month. What factors are driving this rebound, and how is Trump's support for digital assets influencing ...

EXCLUSIVE: Henke Pistorius says son Oscar is a 'quality man' as he reflects on Reeva Steenkamp tragedy

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

In raising Oscar, the qualities that I tried to instill in him were all learned successfully," Henke Pistorius, the father of disgraced Paralympian Oscar Pistorius ...

Gauteng High Court orders urgent eviction of residents from dangerous Melgisedek buildings

Zelda Venter|Updated

The Gauteng High Court has ordered the eviction of over 400 residents from the Melgisedek buildings in Tshwane, citing severe safety concerns.

Community concerns addressed as Tshwane denies lease termination for Vriendekring MSW sports club

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

The City of Tshwane has firmly denied plans to terminate its lease with Vriendekring MSW sports club, addressing community concerns over a proposed development that ...

Iran ready to assist South Africans in evacuating from the escalating Middle East conflict

Karabo Ngoepe|Updated

Iran stands ready to assist in evacuating South Africans stranded in the Middle East as violence escalates, with Ambassador Mansour Shakib Mehr urging immediate ...

DIRCO evacuation alert: South Africans urged to use limited flights to leave Middle East

Mercury Correspondent|Updated

DIRCO has issued an urgent evacuation advisory for South Africans in the Middle East, encouraging immediate departure as airlines resume limited flights amid ongoing ...

'We will continue to fight against Israel and US' - Iran’s ambassador to South Africa

Karabo Ngoepe|Updated

Iran reaffirms its determination to confront the US and Israel, claiming self-defence against what it labels an unprovoked attack.