Winde urges caution on calls for army deployment in crime hotspots
Winde says he is not convinced that the deployment of soldiers is the right solution.
South Africa
Manamela mourns passing of education pioneer Jennifer Glennie
Manamela mourns passing of education pioneer Jennifer Glennie
Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has expressed deep sadness following the passing of Jennifer Glennie, the founding Executive Director of the South African Institute for Distance Education (SAIDE) and respected pioneer in the field of distance learning.
In a statement on Thursday, Manamela said...
Digital system to boost National Skills Fund’s transparency: Manamela
The Connect Digital System was launched in Gauteng to enhance transparency of public funds usage
Police hunt suspects after a taxi boss was shot dead in Woodmead
Police say the victim and another man were in a parking lot when two men fired shots at them.
President calls on men to take lead in GBV fight
President calls on men to take lead in GBV fight
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South African men to stand up and be counted in the national fight against gender-based violence (GBV), warning that the country faces a pandemic of violence that will continue to destroy families and communities unless men take responsibility. Addressing delegates at the 2025 Men’s Indaba at...
Lamola responds to US criticism, defends SA’s G20 Presidency
Lamola responds to US criticism, defends SA’s G20 Presidency
South Africa has responded to United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s newsletter on Substack.
In the newsletter Rubio criticised Pretoria, stating that Washington will not tolerate what he describes as the “radical” ANC-led government. He also condemned South Africa’s focus on climate change, diversity, and...
IEC engages youth ahead of local government elections
IEC engages youth ahead of local government elections
The use of digital platforms must be used optimally to encourage the youth to participate in electoral democracy.
This was the call made at the Electoral Commission’s seminar on digital technology held in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, ahead of the forthcoming local government elections.
The seminar was initiated to engage various...
South Africa, Mozambique sign higher education cooperation agreement
South Africa, Mozambique sign higher education cooperation agreement
South Africa and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing regional collaboration in skills development through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Protocol on Education and Training, which guides joint efforts to address shared educational and training priorities.
Higher Education and...
LIVE: Thabo Bester prison escape pre-trial hearing | 05 November 2025
Thabo Bester and co-accused Nandipha Magudumana are back in the Bloemfontein High Court.
LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial | 05 December 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues in the High Court in Pretoria.
Home Affairs extends operating hours ahead of festive season
Home Affairs extends operating hours ahead of festive season
The Department of Home Affairs will be extending operating hours at its offices by an additional two hours daily for applications and collections of enabling documents.
From 8 to 19 December 2025 and from 5 to 16 January 2026, the offices will close at 18:00, instead of 16:00.
Services offered during the extended hours...
Rhino horn seized in multi-agency operation
Rhino horn seized in multi-agency operation
A coordinated effort between the Border Management Authority (BMA), the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), has led to the seizure of 17 rhino horn and lion and tiger bones.This as the BMA, SARS, and the DPCI, working with other stakeholders, have confirmed a breakthrough in the...
Court to rule on cross-examination of Zungu on signed statement
The state and defence presented arguments on the admissibility of Zungu’s statement
Bozwana family opens conspiracy-to-murder case against 2 politicians
Mamelodi businessman Vusi Mathibela and three others have been convicted of Bozwana’s murder
Bester, Mangudumana back in court for another pre-trial hearing
Bester is challenging his jail conditions and Magudumana is contesting the legality of her arrest.
Over 80 000 Gauteng residents opt not to get HIV/AIDS treatment
Men and young people between the ages of 15 and 24 have been urged to get tested for HIV and AIDS
Over 200 drunk drivers arrested as EC launches safety campaign
Concern is rising over the issue of reckless and negligent driving during this period.
PKTT only unit disbanded among 10 police task teams: Mchunu
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been placed on special leave by President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Discovery Bank Unveils Crypto Trading, AI Security and New Integrated Services in Major Platform Upgrade
Discovery Bank, South Africa’s fastest-growing bank, announced a wide range of new digital features, product updates and partner offers as part of a major platform enhancement that expands its financial services ecosystem. The updates follow earlier improvements introduced this year in financial planning tools, digital security and personalised banking experiences. Among the newest additions...
AU Conference Highlights Digital Tools as Key to Transforming Africa’s Agriculture
The African Union has wrapped up its first Conference on Digital Agriculture in Addis Ababa, placing a strong focus on how technology can modernize farming and strengthen food systems across the continent. Speaking at the event, AU Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment Moses Vilakati emphasized the potential of digital transformation […]
LIVE: Former President Zuma briefs supporters after Arms Deal appeal
Former President Jacob Zuma is briefing supporters after his Arms Deal appeal