Chief Justice under pressure to deliver delayed Phala Phala judgment

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Facing mounting pressure, Chief Justice Mandisa Maya vows to expedite the long-awaited judgment on the contentious Phala Phala farm scandal, as political tensions ...

Ramaphosa calls for enhanced protection of whistleblowers after attempted hit

Jonisayi Maromo and Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Speaking to members of the media following an engagement with South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner, President Cyril Ramaphosa stated: “Witnesses in ...

Phala Phala tops EFF's local government election campaign

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The EFF has declared the Phala Phala farm matter as one of the party's leading political campaigns for 2026, with the party having recently taken the decision to ...

Abathembu king's invitation to Israeli officials out of order, says ANC

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

During a briefing held after the party's Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) Lekgotla, ANC officials expressed their disappointment at the king's actions.

Diplomatic crisis deepens: Calls grow to close Israeli Embassy in South Africa

Rapula Moatshe and Siyabonga Sithole|Published

South Africa's expulsion of Israel's diplomat has triggered calls from the EFF to shut down the Israeli embassy completely, while experts warn of potential US economic ...

Red tape, underfunding responsible for collapse of municipalities - Salga

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

ANC's new strategy on local government has recevied supprt from experts and other stakeholders, with the South African Local Government Authority (SALGA) calling ...

ANC local government plan 'will collapse without GNU partners'

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The ANC, which controls only one metro out of the country’s eight, announced new plans to deal with service delivery at its National Executive Committee (NEC) Lekgotla ...

Mashaba hints at ActionSA's ideal mayoral candidate for Joburg

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

ActionSA leader, Herman Mashaba Mashaba said the party wants new leaders to take the party forward, adding that only in the event that the party is unable to attract ...

I feel like I am dreaming, says mother of youngest scholar tragedy victim

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

In a moving funeral service, where Ofentse, along with Thato Moetji (17), and Bokamoso Mokhomo (12), were laid to rest, a profound sense of loss engulfed the Saul ...

ANC banks on Mbalula-led war room to fix water, rural infrastructure

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The 'war room' will be led by the Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, who will monitor implementation across provinces, districts, and metros.

Section 22 committee eyes conduct of religious, linguistic communities, not church

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

During a press briefing at the CRL Commission headquarters in Braamfontein, CRL chairperson Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva defended the committee and its intended mandate, ...

Act now, says Ramaphosa as he tasks ministers to curb scholar transport horrors

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Ramaphosa said under normal circumstances, children are not meant to be buried by their parents; rather, children, once they are old enough, are the ones who should ...

Driver in deadly scholar transport crash to have his day in court

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Gauteng police spokesperson Lt Colonel Mavela Masondo said the driver was arrested after being discharged from the hospital.

Family of missing Ekurhuleni MMC asks for prayers as search and rescue efforts continue

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Ekurhuleni MMC for Roads and Transport, Andile Mngwevu was part of an official delegation visiting Mozambique when severe flooding struck the area. According to ...

School safety 'non-negotiable': Minister tackles bullying and GBV in schools

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Addressing issues like violence and bullying requires strong leadership and collaboration among parents, learners, community leaders, law enforcement, and social ...

From hospital bed to top matric achiever for Kuilsriver pupil

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Takunda Muchweni’'s story is testament to the strength of the human spirit. The wheelchair-bound pupil from Jan Kriel School in Kuilsriver has proven that with determination ...

Class of 2025 set bar high

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube released the official results indicating that the Class of 2025 stands as a reflection of both the progress made and the ...

Failure to fill stadiums adds to ANC's woes ahead of crucial municipal elections

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The ANC's 114th anniversary celebration at Moruleng Stadium was marked by noticeably empty seats, raising questions about the party's claim to be the 'leader of ...

ANC, SACP put differences aside during Joe Slovo commemoration

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The alliance partners have been embroiled in a tense standoff after the SACP announced its plans to contest elections independent of the ANC.

Venezuelan ambassador hails SA's stance against US 'invasion'

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Speaking at the SACP Joe Slovo Lecture in Soweto, Venezuelan Ambassador Carlos Feo Acevedo commends South Africa for its bold stance against US military actions ...

Dismal electoral support, SACP tensions expected to dominate Cyril's ANC Jan 8 address

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

As the ANC prepares for the 2026 local elections after suffering significant losses, political commentators suggest this year's anniversary address will need to ...

SACP eyes ANC’s January 8 bash despite rising tensions

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Political analyst, Thobani Zikala said the escalation of tensions between the two has the potential to spill over to Saturday's anniversary celebrations.

Five Bekkersdal tavern shooting suspects spend New Years behind bars

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Five suspects linked to the Bekkersdal Christmas Eve tavern massacre that killed nine people have abandoned their bail applications and will remain in custody until ...

Slain DJ Warras' fight against hijacked buildings 'invited' threats

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Warrick " DJ Warras" Stock had previously applied for five protection orders against some of the non-paying tenants of a building.

Widow pays moving tribute to 'great father' Marius van der Merwe

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Former EMPD reservist, Marius van der Merwe, has been remembered in a poignant tribute that resonated with love and loss by his lifelong partner, Leanne van der ...