Manhunt launched for suspects behind alleged Zanzou nightclub assault
Zanzou management has denied claims that the incidents were linked to unpaid bills.
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Lungile Binza appointed SABC Chief Operating Officer
Binza has been serving as the SABC’s Acting COO since February 2024.
News24 | R15m donation ‘cannot reasonably’ have improper influence, govt argues in party funding case
The Western Cape High Court has heard arguments from the executive and political parties in My Vote Counts’ challenge of the constitutionality of the Political Party Funding Act.
Alleged underworld figure Nafiz Modack’s testimony resumes
Modack and Zane Killian are among 15 accused on trial facing a myriad of charges including murder.
Wits hunger strike continues over exclusions due to historical debt
The university requires students to have a debt of less than R10 000 or pay 50% of what they owe.
State witnesses to testify in SAMWU leaders murder case linked to VBS
The three Radzuma siblings are accused of killing two SAMWU leaders in the Vhembe District.
News24 | Martin Luther King, cows on heat, and bakery supplies: Where pupils went wrong in 2024 matric exams
In last year’s history exam, some matric candidates failed to explain why American civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr’s iconic “I Have a Dream” speech was historically significant.
NSFAS to probe harassment allegations at accommodation providers
NSFAS spokesperson Ishmael Mnisi says those implicated will be dealt with accordingly.
WaterCAN warns of fragility of COJ’s water systems
WaterCan CEO attributed the crisis to mismanagement and a complete lack of leadership from COJ
G20 an opportunity to engage on current geo-politics: Lamola
The meeting takes place in the midst of diplomatic tensions and aid cuts by the US.
NECSA refutes claims that assisting Iran with ‘nuclear arrangements’
Trump’s executive orders claim that South Africa is reinvigorating its relations with Iran.
Ramokgopa says govt working to resolve municipalities’ Eskom debt
Dr Ramokgopa says he is helping to ensure ailing Free State municipalities pay their debts.
Joburg motorists-residents urged to remain on high alert amid rains
It has been raining in different parts of the City of Johannesburg since Sunday.
News24 | ‘No nicer place than SA, but you must learn to share,’ Malema says to white farmers
EFF president Julius Malema told white farmers over the weekend that there is no nicer place in the world than South Africa – where black people and white people can co-exist without problems.
Deputy Minister denies fire engines have been inactive for years
The nine vehicles stored at the Tshwane Metro municipality are for donation to other municipalities.
Knysna school violence prompts anti-bullying campaign
Videos of two separate incidents involving violence among learners were shared on social media.
Police in Beaufort West nab alleged drug mule on long distance bus
The woman is expected to appear in the Beaufort West Magistrate’s Court.
Judge in Radzuma siblings’ case concerned about lack of progress
The Radzuma siblings are accused of killing Timson Musetsho and Ronald Mani in January 2019.
E Cape man sentenced to five years for R1.6 million false RAF claim
RAF picked up discrepancies between documents submitted and the police report.
Ekurhuleni Metro police officer’s murder case postponed to Friday
Metro police officer in Ekurhuleni, Banele Sikhosana, was killed on 7 February.
MEC says major investment planned for road infrastructure in E Cape
E. Cape Transport MEC says investments in roads will help address concerns raised by the SAHRC.