Second settlement secured as SIU closes in on R24 million NLC grant to Sascoc
Sascoc paid a R24.9 million NLC grant meant for Rio 2026 promotional work to a NPO that had only been registered six months prior.
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DA faces leadership gaps but still runs cities well
DA faces a leadership crisis and declining support, yet its cities continue functioning, demonstrating the party’s administrative competence.
Mafube coal mine secures eviction order against Mpumalanga family
The court granted the family 60 days to relocate to alternative accommodation built by Mafube.
Six home matches left to decide the Lions’ season
The Lions will need to win the majority of their next six home matches if they want to stand any chance of making the URC playoffs.
OPINION: JP Pietersen rightly the frontrunner for Sharks job
The players and assistant coaches clearly respect JP Pietersen and are buying into what he is doing at the Sharks.
Malema says Mbalula wants the DA to govern with the ANC in Gauteng
Panyaza Lesufi became premier with the help of the DA, but things changed when he refused to give them the positions they wanted.
US questions Pretoria’s foreign policies after expulsion of Israeli ambassador
Dirco ordered Ariel Seidman to leave the country within 72 hours after accusing him of violations that challenge South Africa’s sovereignty.
Mpumalanga school accused of withholding payment from service provider
School records show an SGB resolution acknowledging the outstanding amount.
SA navigates Trump’s erratic trade decisions
The extension of Agoa offers South Africa trade benefits, but Trump’s unpredictable stance could determine the country’s actual access.
Dry taps, then overflowing reservoirs in Laudium
Laudium taps run dry for over a week as Palmiet system fails, leaving residents frustrated by overflow and shortages water.
India-EU trade deal reshapes global markets
Amid Trump’s volatile trade tactics, India and Europe conclude a major FTA, unlocking $25 trillion in markets and opportunities.
Brian Molefe resigns as MP to focus on MK party treasurer-general role
‘His decision follows a clear directive by Jacob Zuma.’
The classroom revolution parents didn’t prepare for
From blackboards to iPads, an opinion on how education’s tech shift challenges parents to adapt alongside their children today globally.
Man sentenced to life in jail for murder of five-year-old niece in KZN
The man was seen entering the room where the child was sleeping and carrying her outside.
Chiefs’ Kaze blames ‘avoidable goals’ for shock cup exit
‘From the first minute we were not decisive,’ Kaze told SuperSport TV.
Stellies dump holders Chiefs out of Nedbank Cup
Amakhosi are stunned 2-1 at the Cape Town Stadium.
Sundowns advance after hard-fought victory over Gomora
Goals from Peter Shalulile and Thapelo Morena were enough to see the Betway Premiership champions progress to the last 16.
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