
Bail opposed for forensic expert in Armand Swart murder case
Suspects in the Armand Swart case may have benefited from alleged mistakes in the forensic report
THURSDAY, 04 JUNE 2026, 19:21

Suspects in the Armand Swart case may have benefited from alleged mistakes in the forensic report

The family of a toddler who died allegedly after eating chips from a tuck shop want justice
Ebola is a pandemic that should concern all on the continent – President Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to supporting continental efforts to strengthen preparedness and response to Ebola, underscoring the importance of coordinated African action in addressing public health threats.
Speaking during a media briefing on Thursday, during...

The initiative encourages residents, businesses, and communities to take ownership
Presidents Ramaphosa, Ruto position South Africa and Kenya as drivers of Africa’s global agenda
South Africa and Kenya have rejected the notion that Africa is merely a spectator in a rapidly changing global order, with Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and William Ruto asserting that the continent is increasingly shaping global debates on governance, finance, development and...

The commission has launched the 2026 local government elections campaign in Polokwane.

The bail application of eight accused of insurance-related killings has been adjourned to Friday.
South Africa, Kenya sign six new agreements to deepen cooperation
South Africa and Kenya have signed six new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening cooperation in trade, maritime transport, skills development, gender equality, arts and culture, and sport, as the two countries move to deepen their strategic partnership.
The agreements were signed during Kenyan...

DA says overseas, if the mortality rate reaches 2%, an emergency investigation is launched.
Committees support plan to tackle municipal debt owed to Eskom
Parliament’s Portfolio Committees on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and on Electricity and Energy have thrown their weight behind the creation of an inter-ministerial committee to address the growing crisis of financially distressed municipalities, particularly those burdened by escalating debt to...

Magistrate Annalise Tlhapi said the residential addresses provided by Mogotsi were incorrect.

NSFAS has confirmed that it has embarked on a refund process for former beneficiaries who overpaid.
SA, Kenya deepen ties to advance African integration and shared prosperity
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa and Kenya’s commitment to deepening economic cooperation, advancing regional integration and strengthening Africa’s collective voice on the global stage.
Delivering opening remarks during the State Visit of Kenyan President William Ruto at the Union...
Call for supply chain officials to be prioritised in lifestyle audits
Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration has called for supply chain management officials across government to be prioritised for lifestyle audits.
The committee made the call during a meeting on Wednesday where it received progress reports from the Eastern Cape, Free State and...
SA, Kenya call for continental solutions to migration challenges
President Cyril Ramaphosa and Kenyan President William Ruto have called for a coordinated African response to migration, arguing that the challenge can only be addressed through economic development, job creation and stronger continental institutions.Migration emerged as one of the central issues during the leaders’...

President Ramaphosa says Kenya’s State Visit is a powerful reflection of the enduring friendship.
Deputy Minister Morolong calls for structural transformation
Deputy Minister in The Presidency Kenny Morolong has called for mining to be used as a catalyst for structural transformation.
“Mining must become the foundation on which we build a diversified and industrialised economy. The world’s most successful resource economies have used mining as a catalyst for manufacturing,...
NW Legislature raises concerns over performance of provincial safety, transport dept
The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety and Transport Management has expressed concern over the failure of the Department of Community Safety and Transport Management (COSATMA) to meet several annual performance targets, while also warning that the ongoing...
South Africans called to defend Constitution and deepen transformation
South Africans have been urged to recommit themselves to the Constitution and actively participate in strengthening the country’s democracy as South Africa marks 30 years since the adoption of the Constitution.
Addressing a joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday to commemorate the anniversary, Deputy Minister of...

Analyst cautions against the use of social media to spread misinformation or to trend and get likes

Mogotsi was arrested on 15 May on charges of defeating the ends of justice and perjury, among others