New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned the 2020 sex crimes conviction of former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, in the case that helped trigger the #MeToo movement. In a 4-3 decision, the state Court of Appeals said the trial judge made a critical mistake by letting prosecutors introduce testimony from women who claimed that Weinstein… Read More »Harvey Weinstein’s...

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has found that the Health Department and the South African Police Service (SAPS) failed to uphold the dignity of victims of the Enyobeni tavern tragedy. The commission on Thursday released a report looking into the deaths of 21 patrons at the Enyobeni tavern in 2022, most of them minors. In… Read More »SAPS, Health Department Failed To...

Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan has told Parliament that Eskom has spent a cumulative R65 billion on diesel over the last five years. The power utility has been using diesel for years as it fights to keep the lights on to minimise load shedding. Gordhan revealed the diesel expenditure in a written parliamentary reply to… Read More »Eskom Has Spent R65 Billion On Diesel In Last 5...

Get ready to kick off your shoes and step into the cosiest, most heartwarming day of the year. Slipper Day, Reach For A Dream’s biggest fundraiser, returns on 31 May 2024, promising a day filled with warmth, generosity, and fun—all in support of children with life-threatening illnesses. Since its inauguration in 2011, Slipper Day has… Read More »Support Reach For A Dream’s Slipper Day...

As World Malaria Day approaches, the global health community once again turns its focus to the shocking, and unnecessary loss of lives, particularly in Africa for a disease that is preventable. Malaria kills a child every two minutes in Africa, and 200 million people are infected every year. Additionally, the social and economic costs of… Read More »Embracing Inclusivity, Collaboration, And...

As the water crisis in Johannesburg reaches critical levels, with Rand Water Services Ltd. warning of a system collapse and severe shortages plaguing the region, the need for sustainable water solutions has never been more urgent. In the face of this challenge, Acquabox emerges as a viable option, offering water delivery that combines convenience, quality,… Read More »Addressing The Water...

Embracing the power of technology to drive agricultural innovation, as part of the launch of an innovative Farming for the Future campaign, Woolworths has unveiled some of its suppliers’ groundbreaking use of drones to revolutionise farming practices worldwide. The intention behind the campaign and sharing of this information is to set a new standard in… Read More »Woolworths Farmers...

SA takes steps to improve financial regulatory structure

With the newly launched Corporation for Deposit Insurance (CODI), South Africa has taken a significant step in overhauling its financial regulatory structure, says Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana.

CODI is South Africa’s Deposit Insurance Scheme (DIS) created and mandated by law to protect qualifying bank depositors in the...

Commission welcomes appeal ruling in rape case against paramedic

The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has commended the Supreme Court of Appeal’s decision to reinstate the ruling in the rape case against paramedic, Loyiso Coko.

Coko was accused of raping his then 21-year-old girlfriend, who had repeatedly expressed her desire to preserve her virginity and not engage in...

Work underway to ensure transport is accessible for persons with disabilities

Government has embarked on a process to ensure that transport is sufficiently accessible to all categories of passengers, including persons with disabilities.

“The goal of a universally accessible national transport system is not only within reach. It is also a vital part of our efforts to build a South...

SA on track to eliminate malaria disease by 2028 

The Department of Health says South Africa is on track to achieve malaria elimination status by 2028, as outlined in the National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan. 

This, according to the department, is despite facing challenges such as heightened heatwaves exacerbated by climate change, with the potential to directly impact...

CoGTA Minister to hand over Ikageng Light Industrial Park in N West 

Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Thembi Nkadimeng, will hand over the new Ikageng Light Industrial Park in the JB Marks Local Municipality in Potchefstroom, North West, on Friday. 

North West Acting Premier Nono Maloyi and JB Marks Local Municipality Executive Mayor Gaba Thithiba Ka...

Deputy Minister pays visit to Pretoria Magistrates’ Court

Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development John Jeffery has paid an unannounced visit to the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court following reports of alleged service delivery issues at the court.

According to the department, challenges at the court include “infrastructural concerns, such as certain non-functioning...