Transport Minister asked to waive toll fees at Oribi Toll Plaza
Residents have had to use the N2 and pay toll fees to travel to town, which is R40 for cars.
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Uitenhage residents decry impact of Matanzima Road bridge collapse
The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.
News24 | R35m debt blitz: Students left in the dark as officials disconnect buildings in Johannesburg CBD
The City of Johannesburg disconnected the services of three buildings on Monday, including student accommodation in Lillian Ngoyi Street, which owed the City about R12 million for water and electricity.
News24 | Aziz Pahad would have been shocked by Trump’s executive orders against SA, says Mbeki
It is “very, very doubtful” the African Union is up to the task to ensure Africa takes its rightful place in an emerging multipolar world, says former president Thabo Mbeki.
DNA testing welcomed in an alleged rape case involved 7-year-old girl
Khula Development Project has welcomed the DNA testing in the alleged rape case of a seven-year-old.
58-year-old teacher accused of raping 13-year-old still at large
Community members in Limpopo are concerned over rape allegations levelled against a school teacher
KZN Premier encourages women to report abuse by their partners
The man committed suicide after the incident. He was the father of Nandipha’s baby.
Cogta disburses R1.4 billion for areas affected by natural disasters
Cogta disbursed R1.4 billion across 60 municipalities in five provinces affected by natural disaster
Human rights ought to be upheld every day
Human rights ought to be upheld every day
By Neo Semono
Human Rights Month may have drawn to a close, but the significance of human rights extends further than a mere month. Human Rights are not just ideals enshrined in our Constitution – they are the foundation of dignity, justice, and freedom that shape our everyday lives.South Africa’s Bill of Rights safeguards fundamental...
Law enforcement is attending to Eastern Cape rape cases
Law enforcement is attending to Eastern Cape rape cases
The Ministry of Police has assured members of the public that law enforcement is actively investigating two incidences involving the rape of minors in the Eastern Cape.This comes after the Ministry has taken note of calls on various social media platforms regarding the tragic violation of the two minors in two separate...
Concerns raised about security vetting of police top brass
MPs have again raised concerns about long time it takes for the security vetting of Police top brass
State witness at Enyobeni tavern recalls jumping out to get some air
Aphiwe Rhawutini was testifying in the East London magistrates court
Stakeholders commit to improved water services for all
Stakeholders commit to improved water services for all
Stakeholders in the water sector have committed to collaborative efforts to implement tangible plans and reforms outlined at the recent Water and Sanitation Indaba aimed at improving water security and services for all citizens.This pledge was made on the final day of the two-day Water and Sanitation Indaba, held at the...
News24 | Investigations in former Muvhango actress’ attempted murder nearing completion
Investigations into the attempted murder of influencer and former Muvhango actress Tebogo Thobejane are nearly wrapped up.
Government allocates R1.44 billion for natural disaster recovery efforts – Hlabisa
Government allocates R1.44 billion for natural disaster recovery efforts – Hlabisa
Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has announced a significant financial commitment of R1.44 billion from the R11 billion requested to assist municipalities impacted by recent natural disasters.
The funds, dispersed between February and March 2025,...
News24 | Western Cape premier Alan Winde defends MEC barred from China, Hong Kong after Taiwan visit
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has defended MEC Ivan Meyer’s recent visit to Taiwan, which subsequently led to him being barred from visiting China, Hong Kong and Macao.
Digital platform to support spaza shops goes live
Digital platform to support spaza shops goes live
The Department of Small Business Development has unveiled a digital platform to support spaza shops and other food-handling facilities as well as combat illegal businesses.
The new digital platforms went live on Friday, 28 March 2025, following the announcement by Small Business Development Minister, Stella Ndabeni.
DSBD Connect is a...
News24 | Roadkill poses a threat to SA’s endangered wildlife, experts warn
Endangered animal populations face a risk beyond habitat loss, researchers have found, with roadkill harming threatened populations, especially in rural and mountainous areas. In just one year, there were more than 1 500 incidents of wildlife roadkill.
14 suspects to appear in court for Bloemfontein CBD robbery
Fourteen suspects accused of robberies in the Bloemfontein CBD to appear in court on Monday.
Man kills two sisters, wounds another in Lindelani, Umzinto
Police spokesperson Bonnie Nxumalo says the motive for the shooting is still not clear
Call for localised gender-responsive value chains
Call for localised gender-responsive value chains
Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has underscored the need to localise gender-responsive value chains and ensure the full and equal participation of women in the economy.“Localising gender-responsive value chains require a clearly articulated infant industry...