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News24 | Eastern Cape pledges financial accountability for R5bn flood fund
The Eastern Cape government has pledged to ensure proper management of funds allocated for flood victims amid recovery and reconstruction costs amounting to billions of rand.
News24 | Legendary radio and TV actor Meme Ditshego dies aged 60
Beloved South African actor Meme Ditshego, known for her award-winning performances on screen and stage, has died at the age of 60.
Eastern Cape overwhelmed by painful scale of flood disaster
Eastern Cape MEC of co-operative governance and traditional affairs, Zolile Williams, has described the recent floods as one of the most painful disasters in the province’s history, confirming that the death toll had now risen to 101.
News24 | Police Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo arrested
The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption has arrested SA Police Service Crime Intelligence boss Major-General Dumisani Khumalo in connection with alleged unlawful senior appointments.
Balobedu throne dispute intensifies as prince threatens to interdict coronation of sister, Princess Masalanabo
The battle for the soul of the Balobedu nation’s throne has heighten, as Prince Lekukela Modjadji threatens to launch an urgent court interdict against the coronation of his younger sister, Queen Masalanabo Modjadji VII.
Why the US Embassy in SA is asking for access to your social media accounts
The United States Embassy in South Africa is instructing visa applicants to change their social media privacy settings.
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Panel beater claims his portion of R79 million Lotto jackpot
The second winner of this month’s R78 97 677.80 Lotto jackpot has stepped forward to claim his prize.
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News24 | Iran arrests 26 for ‘acts of sabotage’ in helping Israel war
Iran’s intelligence services have arrested 26 people, accusing them of collaborating with Israel, state media Fars news agency reported, days after a ceasefire between the two countries was announced.
South African motorists prepare for grim diesel price hike
The latest data shows that with less than a week remaining, South Africa’s diesel motorists are in for bad news.
‘I’m not aware of any proposed cabinet changes’ — Ntshavheni
Minister in the presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says she is not aware of any proposed cabinet changes, including calls for the removal of higher education minister Nobuhle Nkabane, saying any reshuffle remains the sole prerogative of the president.
News24 | Tshwane speaker Mncedi Ndzwanana survives motion of no confidence
Tshwane speaker Mncedi Ndzwanana survived a motion of no confidence on Thursday.
Kgatla cleared to resume duties after court ruling
The municipal manager of the Madibeng local municipality who was forcefully removed from office by guards last month when he returned following his suspension has been ordered to return to work.
News24 | ‘We truly value your patience’: Two KZN municipalities fail to pay salaries on time
First, the ANC-led Impendle Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal failed to pay salaries on time in April and May. Now, another of the province’s local municipalities, IFP-led Jozini, has also failed to pay workers their June salaries on time.
News24 | ‘Please stop’: Stephanie Ndlovu slams online attacks as divorce drama turns toxic
Stephanie Ndlovu has broken her silence about the online harassment she and her friend Petronella Tshuma have faced following her divorce announcement from Hungani Ndlovu.