# The Road Freight Association and the South African Freight and Logistics Association signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation across the freight and logistics sector. It focuses on customs modernisation, border digitalisation, trade facilitation and reducing supply chain costs. The RFA’s CEO, Gavin Kelly, says the partnership will improve engagement with government and […]
# A 31-year-old international drug mule has been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport after authorities seized cannabis worth an estimated 2.9-million-rand. Police say the suspect arrived from Thailand via Dubai last night and was intercepted during an intelligence-driven operation involving the Hawks, Border Management Authority, SARS Customs, Homeland Security USA, and SAPS. Spokesperson Granville […]
# The United Africans Transformation calls for an independent investigation into the suspicious break-in at the Limpopo legislature. The party’s Mighty Mabule says the incident raises serious concerns about the security of public institutions and the possible compromise of important evidence. He urged authorities to ensure a transparent investigation, hold those responsible accountable, and restore […]
# Five suspects have been arrested in Marapong Township near Lephalale, Limpopo, for allegedly intimidating a Nigerian business owner and posing as Home Affairs officials. Police spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba says the group ordered the man to close his lounge, threatened to destroy the business, and demanded that he leave South Africa. His immigration documents were […]
# The Soil of Africa Civic Movement reaffirms its support for the Constitution, the rule of law, and the independence of the judiciary following Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s withdrawal from a proposed plea and sentence agreement in the Medicare 24 corruption case. The movement’s Luzuko Sofute says the matter should proceed through the normal court process. […]
# The Anglican Diocese of Cape Town has condemned hate speech, vigilantism, violent attacks and looting being unleashed on foreign migrants. It says migrants are being scapegoated as a result of “justified anger” at South Africa’s crisis of crime, unemployment and failures in service delivery. Archbishop Thabo Makgoba has called for dialogue with both leaders […]
# The Public Servants Association is urging the Department of Basic Education to urgently stop educators from leaving public schools. Recent reports show that there is an increasing exodus of educators from public schools owing to escalating crime, inadequate resources, and deteriorating working conditions. PSA’s Claude Naicker says when experienced educators leave the profession or […]
# The National Prosecuting Authority says United Kingdom fugitive Ndodana Tshuma must first face South African charges before extradition proceedings can continue. Tshuma, who is wanted in Britain for the murders of his wife and two daughters, appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court on charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition yesterday after […]
# The South African Local Government Association Gauteng has urged National Treasury to engage directly with municipalities before withholding equitable share allocations. The association warns that withholding funds could weaken service delivery by limiting municipalities’ ability to provide basic services and meet financial obligations. SALGA’s Motatala Madiba says enforcement measures should be fair, evidence-based, and […]
