Why civil society is calling for an extension on the whistleblower protection Bill deadline

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Civil society organisations are calling for an extension to the consultation period over the recently gazetted Protected Disclosures Bill, 2026.

Inside the cocaine scandal: SAPS officer reveals Major General Khan's alleged involvement

Published

SAPS officer Steve Phakula's testimony implicated Major General Feroz Khan, a senior Crime Intelligence officer, who was arrested over the weekend for allegedly ...

PEPFAR funding cuts disrupt HIV testing and treatment

Ntsikelelo Qoyo|Published

The withdrawal of funding from the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has disrupted HIV testing, antiretroviral therapy (ART) collection, and access ...

MPs furious over clearance of PPS officers amid IPID findings

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Parliamentarians have voiced their outrage over the clearance of two Presidential Protection Services officers despite adverse findings from the Independent Police ...

New model for unsustainable RAF

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy outlined a new funding model for the Road Accident Fund, aimed at reducing financial burdens while enhancing road safety and infrastructure ...

SAPS in turmoil: 18 officials suspended amid Madlanga Commission corruption inquiry

Bongani Hans|Published

Testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has led to the suspension of numerous police officers, including high-ranking generals, as allegations of corruption ...

Kubayi won't back down on Legal Sector Code enforcement

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi announces significant reforms in the legal sector as part of a R26.3 billion budget, focusing on ...

Mother of slain teen Hashiem Solomon expresses forgiveness as killers get life sentences

Kim Swartz|Published

After nearly seven years of waiting, the family of Hashiem Solomon expresses relief as his murderers are sentenced to life imprisonment, reflecting on their loss ...

MK Party seeks to reform Parliament's impeachment procedures following Phala Phala judgment

Theolin Tembo|Published

The MK Party has formally submitted amendments to Parliament's impeachment procedures, aiming to address constitutional flaws highlighted by the recent Phala Phala ...

Emergency response teams mobilised as Cape Town battles severe flooding

Ntsikelelo Qoyo and Robin - Lee Francke|Published

Emergency teams were working tirelessly across Cape Town as severe weather conditions lead to six fatalities and affected over 80 000 residents.

Fire and Rescue teams save 28 preschoolers from flooding in Mitchells Plain

Ntsikelelo Qoyo|Published

Thanks to the rapid response of Fire and Rescue teams, a potential tragedy was averted in Mitchells Plain as 28 preschoolers were safely evacuated from Montclair ...

ANC members split over Ramaphosa's decision to challenge panel report on Phala Phala scandal

Manyane Manyane|Published

ANC members are divided over President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to challenge an independent panel report, raising questions about the party's future ahead of local ...

Donation drop-off points activated for storm victims

Staff Reporter|Published

Flooding has been reported in at least 26 informal areas around the city. Assessments to date show that 10 703 structures have sustained weather-related impacts, ...

The 2025 flood crisis: A global study reveals alarming trends

Staff Reporter|Published

An international study reveals that despite 2025 being one of the least exposed years for global floods, it still witnessed over 4,200 fatalities and damages exceeding ...

NSFAS releases R1.1 billion for student accommodation providers

Staff Reporter|Published

NSFAS has allocated R1.1 billion to private accommodation providers for over 100,000 students, marking a significant step towards in-house payment processing by ...

Western Cape woman monitored for Hantavirus symptoms

Voice Reporter|Published

South African authorities have been on high alert since the wife of the Dutch man who died of the disease on the cruise ship MV Hondius two weeks ago collapsed at ...

Police probe Mfuleni triple murder

Staff Reporter|Published

According to information gathered at the scene, residents reportedly heard shouting during the early hours of the morning, but the bodies were only discovered later. ...

Western Cape braces for more heavy rain and strong winds following tragic fatalities

Ntsikelelo Qoyo|Published

Emergency services are on high alert, and the South African Weather Service has issued a Level 8 weather warning, anticipating further localised flooding.

Cyril Ramaphosa: 'I will not resign'

Theolin Tembo|Published

Ramaphosa said since Friday's judgment was handed down, he has reflected on what it means for the country, for the rule of law and for the presidential office. He ...