
South Africans urged to prioritise flu prevention
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases says an earlier-than-usual start to the flu season.
SATURDAY, 25 APRIL 2026, 13:31

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases says an earlier-than-usual start to the flu season.

Bellarmine Mugabe pleaded guilty to pointing a firearm and contravening immigration laws.
Nkabinde Enquiry reaches key milestone
The Enquiry into the Fitness to Hold Office of Advocate Andrew Chauke, known as the Nkabinde Enquiry, has reached a critical stage with both legal parties having now formally closed their cases.
The enquiry is led by retired Justice Baaitse Elizabeth Nkabinde and was established in September last year to investigate and determine the fitness to...
President Ramaphosa to attend F1 as SA bids to host race
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to attend a Formula One Grand Prix later this year as part of efforts to bring Formula One back to South Africa.
The visit forms part of the country’s broader ambition to host an F1 race on African soil for the first time since the dawn of democracy.
Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton...
President Ramaphosa addresses National Business Initiative 30 year anniversary
President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to the National Business Initiative (NBI), describing the organisation as a “powerful agent for change” that has helped shape South Africa’s democratic journey over the past three decades.
The President addressed the NBI’s 30th anniversary cocktail reception in...

Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhodze pleaded guilty to several charges including attempted murder

Police say the suspects attempted to rob a business in Midrand on Thursday night.

The suspended EMPD deputy chief and municipal manager were arrested at the weekend

The officers allegedly threatened a person with arrest over expired hair dye and demanded cash.

Shebe Maburna has been behind bars at the Polokwane Correctional Centre since November last year.

The man was shot in his head while the woman sustained two gunshot wounds to her chest.

Operations will focus on major routes linking economic hubs and minor roads.
President Ramaphosa to address Global Inequality Dialogue
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday deliver a keynote address to the public Global Inequality Dialogue at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg.“During its 2025 G20 Presidency, South Africa commissioned the first-ever global inequality report from a committee of independent experts led by Nobel Laureate...
President Ramaphosa appoints Acting National Police Commissioner
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Divisional Commissioner for Financial Management Services, Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane, as the Acting National Commissioner of Police.This after National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola was placed on precautionary...
Police Commissioner General Masemola placed on precautionary suspension
President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola on precautionary suspension following his appearance in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court earlier this week.
The President held a media briefing together with Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia at the Union...

President Ramaphosa has appointed Puleng Dimpane as Acting National Police Commissioner.

The ANC warns that contesting elections separately is incompatible with alliance principles.

The family says they believe her demise is related to the work she was doing at the municipality.

Ramaphosa addresses the media at the Union Buildings, He will be accompanied by Firoz Cachalia

Phiri is accused of assigning contract work to private security firms without delegated authority.
Justice Minister addresses Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund conference
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says the sustainability of the legal profession hinges on transformation and inclusivity.
The Minister delivered remarks at the first day of the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund (LPFF) Sustainability Conference held in Johannesburg on...