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Masemola charges show how weak oversight continues to undermine SAPS

Today at 12:38 PM, via Daily Maverick

General Fannie Masemola’s court appearance over alleged Public Finance Management Act violations is not just about one contract – it shines a harsh light on systemic governance failures within the SAPS. When accountability falters at the highest level of policing, public trust, institutional integrity and the state’s ability to protect communities are all placed at risk.

South Africa

Rising fuel prices drive higher inflation

Today at 11:50 AM, via SAnews

Rising fuel prices drive higher inflation

The Consumer Price Index (CPI), known as inflation, has risen by some 1.1% in April to reach some 4% mainly driven by rising fuel prices.

According to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), this is the highest inflation has been since August 2024 when it stood at 4.4%.

“Consumers were dealt a painful fuel price blow in April. The index for...

South Africa

Government allocates R1.6bn to fight GBVF

Today at 11:41 AM, via SAnews

Government allocates R1.6bn to fight GBVF

Government has set aside R1.6 billion for activities related to the fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide, with an additional R50 million allocated to provincial baselines – demonstrating that GBVF remains a whole-of-government priority within the policing budget.

Presenting the 2026/27 South African Police Service (SAPS) Budget...

South Africa

Acting Premier Mbalula leads urgent talks to resolve Phomolong shutdown

Today at 11:27 AM, via SAnews

Acting Premier Mbalula leads urgent talks to resolve Phomolong shutdown

Acting Free State Premier Jabu Mbalula on Tuesday led a high-level multi-stakeholder engagement in Hennenman aimed at resolving the ongoing shutdown in Phomolong linked to a solar project recruitment process.

The meeting follows a community engagement addressed by Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae on 15 May 2026,...

Africa

Ghana to face Ivory Coast in Afcon 2027 qualifying

Yesterday at 17:56 PM, via BBC News

Ghana will face fellow West African heavyweights Ivory Coast in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Africa

Defunct Malawian Bank seeks $552m compensation

Yesterday at 12:45 PM, via Mail & Guardian

A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence

Business

Will UK interest rates go up?

Today at 12:25 PM, via BBC News

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Education

Liberia: Education Ministry to Begin Nationwide Teacher Licensing Program

Today at 12:29 PM, via AllAfrica

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — Education Minister Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah has announced that the Ministry of Education (MOE) is moving forward with plans to license teachers across Liberia as part of efforts to professionalize the country’s education sector.

Education

Liberia: The Brooke Gates Project Supports 51 Students

Today at 12:15 PM, via AllAfrica

[Liberian Observer] A young American humanitarian is gaining recognition in Liberia for expanding educational opportunities for vulnerable students through a growing scholarship and mentorship initiative aimed at reducing financial barriers to education.

Entertainment

Why meditation can be good for you

Today at 12:18 PM, via The Citizen

Viviers said people who meditate consistently often report feeling calmer, more patient and better equipped to deal with the pressures of everyday life.