Nearly three months after a close brush with death, former President Donald Trump returned to Butler, Pennsylvania, the site of a tragic assassination attempt. On July 13, an attacker’s bullet struck Trump, wounding him in the ear, while a volunteer fire chief, Corey Comperatore, lost his life and two bystanders were also seriously injured. Yet […]

The Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) has backed the National Council of Provinces’ (NCOP) move to dissolve the Thabazimbi local municipality. Years of corruption, financial mismanagement, and political infighting have rendered the municipality incapable of providing essential services to its community. The Thabazimbi municipality has been under administration due to serious governance […]

The Umkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) has moved swiftly to appeal a recent court ruling that prevents opposition leader John Hlophe from attending the upcoming Judicial Service Commission (JSC) sitting, set for October 7, 2024. The ruling, delivered by Judge Baqwa and others, has stirred controversy within the MKP, which calls it “erroneous and unjustifiable.” Hlophe, […]

The ANC’s alliance partners, including Cosatu and the South African Communist Party (SACP), have demanded that President Cyril Ramaphosa remove Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube from her position. This call came after Gwarube boycotted the signing of the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Act, sparking tensions within the ruling coalition. During the 10th elective congress […]

In a move aimed at transforming South Africa’s Home Affairs system and addressing long-standing issues, Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza announced plans to digitise the department’s services. This ambitious project aims to streamline processes, reduce service delays, and crack down on illegal immigration, all while enhancing national security. Speaking recently, Nzuza reiterated that the digitisation of […]

Durban’s Kendra Hall in Morningside was filled with hundreds of mourners on Wednesday, as South Africans gathered to pay their respects at the second memorial service for former Public Enterprises Minister and anti-apartheid stalwart, Pravin Gordhan. The service highlighted Gordhan’s lasting impact on the nation, drawing people from all walks of life to honor his […]

Germany’s recent labour agreement with Kenya, welcoming 250,000 skilled and semi-skilled Kenyan workers, has sparked heated debate on social media. While the deal, initiated by Kenya’s president, aims to address Germany’s labour shortages, some German nationals expressed concerns online. A Twitter user, EvaVlaar, voiced fears of replacement by legal immigrants, fueling a conversation on whether […]

In a historic and unprecedented move, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced a sweeping aid package for Africa, valued at $50.7 billion (approximately R904 billion), during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit in Beijing. The announcement was made on Thursday as Xi met with over 50 African leaders, including South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and […]

In a significant move toward enhancing bilateral ties, China has officially endorsed the Government of National Unity, marking a new chapter in its relationship with South Africa. This decision follows President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent state visit to the People’s Republic of China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping. During the visit, both nations signed […]

In a startling revelation, Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean MacPherson announced that 338 government buildings across South Africa have been hijacked. Speaking at a media briefing in Parliament, Cape Town, on August 28, MacPherson highlighted the urgent need for action against the ongoing illegal occupation of these properties. MacPherson disclosed that the Department of […]