Eldorado Park unites in mourning for Baby Nikita and calls for justice

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

In a heartfelt gathering, the Eldorado Park community mourns Baby Nikita, a victim of child abuse, while demanding justice and stronger protections for children. ...

Tragic case of Baby Nikita: Parents abandon bail application

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The parents of four-year-old 'Baby Nikita', who face charges of child abuse and murder, abandoned their bail bid in the Protea Magistrate’s Court.

Eldorado Park community rallies for justice in horrific child abuse case

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Residents of Eldorado Park gathered in a powerful display of grief and anger outside the Protea Magistrate's Court, demanding justice for the four-year-old girl ...

US tariffs: Trump negotiated in bad faith

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

In a bold accusation that underlines the ongoing complexities of international trade negotiations, South Africa's Minister of Trade and Industry, Parks Tau, has ...

Community rallies for justice in toddler drug abuse case

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Four suspects were captured in videos that went viral on social media trying to force the toddler to smoke from a broken bottle allegedly laced with drugs.

Minister Ramokgopa promises to change unsustainable electricity prices

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Minister of Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has acknowledged the urgent need for a review of the current electricity pricing structure, admitting that ...

Concourt decision a 'travesty of justice', says MKP

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Following the decision of the Constitutional Court, which has denied the party direct access, its spokesperson, Nhlamulo Ndhlela said they will let South Africans ...

Constitution does not permit Ramaphosa to be undecided in Mchunu case, say MKP lawyers

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Constitutional Court has reserved judgment in the case brought by the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) against President Cyril Ramaphosa. The focus of the matter ...

Charges dropped against accused in Likhona Fose murder case

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) announced the withdrawal of charges against 39-year-old Mduduzi Trevor Mnisi in connection with the murder of 14-year-old ...

Soweto and Durban residents demand action in ‘Hands Off Mkhwanazi’ marches

Siyabonga Sithole and Thobeka Ngema|Published

In a show of solidarity, Soweto residents and Durban supporters of Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi march for justice, delivering a memorandum of demands.

Regulator hits Airports Company with fine over security-related issues

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The South African Civil Aviation Authority has confirmed it imposed a fine on the Airports Company of South Africa for serious breaches related to security protocols. ...

Further arrests not ruled out as mother appears in court for murder of Jayden-Lee Meek

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Police confirmed that more arrests are possible as the investigation continues.

Julius Malema rallies EFF supporters for crucial Ward 13 by-election in Seshego

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Julius Malema, leader of the EFF, addressed supporters in Seshego ahead of the pivotal Ward 13 by-elections, emphasising the party's commitment to service delivery ...

NPA continues investigation into Ace Ncobo

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The NPA is set to continue its investigation into former PSL referee Ace Ncobo, after assault and GBV charges were withdrawn by his partner.

Correctional Services boss alarmed by sophisticated cellphone hideout spots in prison

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

National Commissioner of Correctional Services, Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale said South African prisons have transformed into breeding grounds for organised crime, ...

Celebrating 70 years of Black Sash: A legacy of human rights advocacy

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Black Sash commemorates 70 years of human rights advocacy at Constitution Hill, reflecting on its legacy and ongoing fight for social justice in South Africa.

Counterfeit alcohol trade surges

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Calls for illicit trade in counterfeit goods, including food, cigarettes, and alcohol, to be treated as a national crisis are growing with each arrest of syndicates ...

Gauteng government pays another R3. 3 billion for e-tolls debt

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Gauteng Provincial Government, under the stewardship of Finance MEC Lebogang Maile, is set to make a landmark payment of R3. 3 billion on Monday, fulfilling ...

ANC won't be bullied by ‘small boy’ of the DA, says Mbalula

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula has dared the DA to exit the Government of National Unity (GNU) following the DA's threats to boycott the National Dialogue. ...

RAF records 'alarming' spike in accidents involving youth

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) has revealed a disturbing trend: an alarming increase in the involvement of young individuals in motor vehicle accidents across South ...

BBBEE policies vital for South Africa's economic transformation - Ramaphosa

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated the importance of South Africa's Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policies as a foundation for economic transformation ...

Court appearance for SAPS officer linked to kidnapping of teen

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

A 42-year-old member of the SAPS has appeared before the Bloemfontein Magistrates Court linked to the alleged abduction of 19-year-old Kamogelo Baukudi.

Community outraged as family suspects hate crime in murder of Durban Deep pupil Likhona Fose

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Following the brutal murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose, the City of Johannesburg faces a wave of outrage as officials visit the grieving family, pledging to address ...

Cradock Four inquest resumes after nearly 40 years of silence

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

In a moment that could reshape the narrative surrounding one of South Africa's most lamentable chapters of the anti-apartheid struggle, the third inquest into the ...

Murdered IFP MP a 'hardworking servant of the people'

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The brutal killing of Khethamabala Petros Sithole, a Member of Parliament representing the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), has sent shockwaves throughout South Africa's ...