Nicola Daniels

Multimedia Journalist, Cape Times

EFF slams “politically motivated” HPCSA over Dr Tlaleng fine

Nicola Daniels|Published

The EFF has accused the HPCSA of being manipulated by the SAZF to silence UN Special Rapporteur Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng, who was fined R10,000 for alleged inappropriate ...

Fury over Premier’s secrecy on ‘cop infiltration’ by WC gangs

Nicola Daniels|Updated

Premier Alan Winde faces mounting criticism for keeping a report on gang infiltration of Western Cape police under wraps. While KZN' s police commissioner recently ...

WCED challenges decision to reinstate unfairly dismissed teacher

Nicola Daniels|Published

After the Labour Court cleared former Primrose Park Primary teacher Lee-Ann Snyders, the Western Cape Education Department has filed for an appeal against the ruling ...

‘Anti-bullying policies not enough’

Nicola Daniels and Theolin Tembo|Published

In the first half of 2025, 69 bullying cases were reported to Safe Schools, yet the Western Cape Education Department remains silent on the number of schools with ...

UN special rapporteur praises SA as a place of respite

AFP and Nicola Daniels|Published

Francesca Albanese, UN special rapporteur and human rights activist, shares her profound reflections on apartheid and the ongoing struggles for peace during her ...

Parliament slams Milnerton High over lack of anti-bullying policy

Nicola Daniels|Published

Following a disturbing incident of bullying, the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education has called for Milnerton High School to urgently implement a formal anti-bullying ...

Justice department labels ‘unauthorised letter’ incident to UN Rapporteur an " isolated lapse"

Nicola Daniels|Published

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi moved to apologise to Albanese saying the letter was issued without following the necessary protocols ...

Kings and Queens Matric Breakfast initiative, nourishing learners for success

Nicola Daniels|Published

Join Hope for the Future in celebrating the fifth annual Kings and Queens Matric Breakfast, where no learner faces exams on an empty stomach.

' Toxic' school rugby culture may have fueled Milnerton High School assault

Nicola Daniels|Published

Minister Gayton McKenzie says the Milnerton High School bullying incident highlights a “toxic culture” in some schools where privileged rugby players may feel “untouchable” ...

Senior cops’ alleged criminal ties undermine confidence within ranks, says union

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru) urges SAPS to investigate serious allegations against two senior police officials linked to criminal networks, ...

‘I don' t know if my son will be safe’, mom of bullied pupil speaks

Nicola Daniels|Updated

In the wake of a shocking bullying incident at Milnerton High School, a mother voices her fears for her son's safety and calls for justice.

Milnerton High School ' bullying' now under police investigation

Nicola Daniels|Published

Police are investigating a viral video showing a 16-year-old learner at Milnerton High School being assaulted in what appears to be an initiation ritual, involving ...

Families struggle to repatriate bodies of mass shooting victims in Eastern Cape

Nicola Daniels|Published

After a tragic mass shooting in Philippi East, the family of 28-year-old Mapelo, along with others from their village, faces significant financial challenges in ...

Silence from presidency on Mchunu' s damning testimony

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Presidency remains silent as suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reveals that President Cyril Ramaphosa was aware of the decision to disband the Political ...

MPs slam “unfair” Afrikaans and English language policy in Free State schools

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Portfolio Committee on Basic Education has expressed serious concerns regarding the discriminatory nature of the Afrikaans and English language policy in Free ...

Premier Winde’s ' undeclared' sponsored New York flight saga far from over

Nicola Daniels|Published

Opposition parties in the Western Cape Legislature are demanding transparency over Premier Alan Winde’s flight to New York for Climate Week 2024, questioning the ...

EFF' s Sinawo Thambo apologises to PA' s Kenny Kunene after legal threat

Nicola Daniels|Published

Following a legal threat, EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo has apologised to PA deputy leader Kenny Kunene and deleted posts alleging his involvement in criminal activities. ...

Pharmacists will finally apply for HIV treatment permits

Nicola Daniels|Published

Pharmacists in South Africa are on the brink of a significant change, as the South African Pharmacy Council prepares to allow trained pharmacists to dispense vital ...

Deadly Limpopo bus accident ignites renewed calls for heightened vehicle safety checks

Nicola Daniels|Published

Following a devastating bus crash on the N1 North near Ingwe Lodge in Limpopo, which resulted in the loss of 42 lives, the Retail Motor Industry Organisation calls ...

IEC officials decry being targeted for poor service delivery

Nicola Daniels|Published

Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) officials working in communities say they often bear the brunt of public frustration over poor local government ...

ANC wants Premier Alan Winde probed for alleged failure to declare sponsored overseas trip

Nicola Daniels|Published

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde is under fire for allegedly failing to declare that his flight to New York for Climate Week NYC 2024 was funded by the Under2 Coalition, ...

Suspected kidnappers caught, victim freed following dramatic speed chase

Nicola Daniels|Published

The National Intervention Unit's first breakthrough in the Western Cape under Operation Lockdown III leads to the arrest of three suspects involved in a kidnapping ...

Parents up in arms over Cape Town high school operating without registration

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) said when they became aware of the issue, the school was approached to register accordingly.

Violent crime poses threat to voter participation ahead of local elections

Nicola Daniels|Published

As local government elections approach, rising violent crime especially in gang-affected areas is raising fears that many South Africans may be too afraid to vote, ...

Vindicated teacher speaks of battle to clear her name

Nicola Daniels|Published

After nearly seven years of legal battles, Cape Town teacher Lee-Ann Snyders highlighted the emotional toll of her wrongful dismissal.