SUNDAY, 28 DECEMBER 2025, 22:34
Condolences for Prof Christie
President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed his condolences following the passing of Professor Renfrew Leslie Christie.“I have learned with deep sadness of the passing of Prof Renfrew Leslie Christie – a scholar, anti-apartheid activist and uMkhonto we Sizwe operative whose relentless and fearless commitment to our freedom demands our appreciation,”...
Joburg EMS has also warned of wet and slippery roads.
Safer Holidays Start With Me!
By Sandile Nene After a long year of hard work, most people take a break to relax the mind, body and soul. For many South Africans, this involves driving to different parts of the country during the festive season to spend time with family and friends.As we travel to our different holiday destinations, we must be mindful of our actions and behaviour on...
Law enforcement ramps up ahead of Christmas and New Year’s Eve
The Gauteng Provincial Government will ramp up law enforcement presence on all of the major routes in the province as the festive season gains momentum.
This as traffic volumes on major routes begins to heighten ahead of Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.
“In the first 21 days of December, 137 people have died from 124...
Gauteng mourns passing of former Health MEC
The Gauteng Provincial Government has conveyed its condolences following the passing of former Health MEC, Brian Hlongwa.Hlongwa passed away on Tuesday, 22 December 2025, after a short illness.He served as Gauteng’s Member of the Executive Council for Health from March 2006 to May 2009 and was also a member of the African National Congress...
Mashatile lauds 2025 as South Africa’s year of recovery and resilience
The year 2025 was a year of resilience, economic recovery and renewed national confidence for South Africa and its citizens.
This according to Deputy President Paul Mashatile who delivered a Christmas message to South Africans on Wednesday.
“The year 2025 has reminded us that our greatest strength does not lie...
City of Cape Town warns against alcohol consumption at public spaces
The City of Cape Town has warned the public against being in possession of alcohol, or consuming alcohol on beaches and at public amenities.“Anyone found in possession of alcohol, or consuming alcohol, will have their goods confiscated, in line with the City’s impoundment policy. They will also be fined R500....
Emergency services say misuse of fireworks increases the risk if fire, injuries.
Stock was fatally shot last week outside a building in Johannesburg’s City centre last week.
Officials confiscated Crystal meth, Dagga, cell phones and sharp objects during the raid.
Over the past three years, generative artificial intelligence has reshaped society, with one of its most visible effects seen in human writing. Large language models that power tools such as ChatGPT are trained on vast collections of text and are now capable of producing fluent, complex written content. The rapid adoption of these tools has […]
Ericsson, long known as a European telecommunications technology leader, has played a foundational role in Africa’s connectivity for more than a century and is now driving the continent’s next phase of digital transformation through artificial intelligence, 5G and energy-efficient networks. The company installed some of South Africa’s earliest telephone exchanges in 1896 and has since […]
An artificial intelligence-powered property solution is helping unlock trillions of rand in hidden wealth by assigning financial identity to South Africans who live in informal or undocumented housing. An estimated asset class worth between R2 trillion and R3 trillion sits largely outside the formal economy in South Africa’s townships and rural areas. The homes, often […]
Speaker of Parliament Thoko Didiza has outlined South Africa’s progress in implementing resolutions adopted at the 57th Plenary Assembly of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum, citing advances in artificial intelligence policy, correctional services, food security and gender-based violence interventions. Didiza presented the update during the 58th Plenary Assembly...
Global research from Kaspersky shows a marked rise in artificial intelligence use during the holiday season, with AI increasingly viewed not only as a planning or shopping tool but also as a source of emotional support. The trend is especially strong among Gen Z and millennial users. Kaspersky conducted a global survey in November 2025 […]
W Cape Anti-Gang Unit officers accused of murder denied bail
Ten of the 11 members of the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit accused of murder, four counts of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, four counts of kidnapping and one count of torture, have been denied bail in the Athlone Magistrate’s Court.
The 11 appeared in court on charges related to the murder of Wade Price, who...
A North West police officer accused of raping a domestic violence victim inside a police station after responding to her complaint has been released on bail.
Minister Aucamp to join Mossel Bay beach clean-ups]
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister, Willie Aucamp, is expected to join local conservation groups and residents for beach clean-ups in the Mossel Bay area.The beach clean-up is set to be held on Saturday, 27 December 2025, with the Minister set to join operations at Suiderkruis Beach in the morning and Dana Bay 2nd...
A small fire that began in the mountainous regions east of Oudtshoorn on Monday afternoon rapidly escalated into a fierce and fast-moving blaze overnight.
Brits Water Treatment Works to be completed in March 2026
By More Matshediso Refurbishment of the Brits Water Treatment Works in the North West is expected to be complete by March 2026.
This is a commitment made by Magalies Water, the contractor responsible for mechanical and electrical works at the water plant, and the Madibeng Local Municipality. The objective of the project is...
Festivities should not compromise the safety of women
Impromptu braais and drinks with family and friends have become synonymous with the festive season. While hearty laughter often characterises the so-called “silly season”, it is also a time during which the safety of the country’s women is at heightened risk.
And while there is nothing wrong with getting the fire started for the...