# The Johannesburg Metro Police Department reminds all political parties and independent candidates to remove election posters within 14 days after elections, as mandated by the 2009 Outdoor Advertising By-laws. Spokesperson Xolani Fihla says failure to comply will lead to removal by municipal teams and a 500-rand fine per poster. He says leftover campaign materials […]
# South African National Taxi Council national leadership, led by President Abnar Tsebe, is meeting with Western Cape taxi associations to address recent violence and tragic loss of lives. Spokesperson Mmatshikhidi Rebecca Phala says the delegation aims to understand root causes and promote peaceful, lawful resolution of disputes. Phala emphasized the protection of human life […]
# Five suspects have been killed in a shootout with police during an attempted cash-in-transit robbery on the N2 highway in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape thids morning. The armed gang opened fire on police after targeting a security vehicle near a scrap metal yard. No police officials or security guards were injured, but two […]
# Nine foreign nationals, aged 20 to 26, were arrested at OR Tambo Airport and a Bruma hotel in Gauteng while allegedly preparing to travel to join the Russian-Ukrainian war. Police spokesperson Katlego Mogalehe says the arrests followed a coordinated investigation involving police, the Haweks and Interpol. The suspects face charges under the Regulation of […]
# Three men have been gunned down and a fourth wounded in a brazen drive-by shooting in Grassy Park, Cape Town. Police spokesperson Frederick van Wyk says the attackers opened fire from a white Toyota Tazz. Medical personnel declared three victims dead at the scene, while the fourth is receiving treatment. Van Wyk says police’s […]
# The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department warns motorists of ongoing protests blocking major roads in Diepkloof and Soweto. The N12 East at Diepkloof interchange is fully closed, and Chris Hani Road near Diepkloof Hostel is blocked in both directions. Drivers are diverted via the N1 North and the Golden Highway. Spokesperson Xolani Fihla says motorists […]
# NotInMyName International urges political leaders engaged in coalition negotiations to prioritize ethical and people-centred leadership. Spokesperson Themba Masango reminds negotiators to serve the interests of all citizens fairly, and not political elites. He highlights the urgent needs for honesty and accountable governance focused on delivering services efficiently and equitably. Masango says citizens’ trust must […]
# The Department of Social Development urges collaboration across government, civil society, and communities to enhance care for children with disabilities. As Disability Rights Awareness Month unfolds, the department highlights the need for coordinated, child-centered services. Spokesperson Lumka Oliphant says pilot respite care programmes in Mpumalanga and the Northern Cape provide temporary relief for caregivers. […]
# Solidarity says wage negotiations between Kumba Iron Ore and four unions have stalled after five months. While the salary increase offers of 4.5-percent to five-percent are acceptable, the deadlock centers on Kumba’s demand that workers accept a new shift roster requiring mandatory work on all 12 public holidays. Solidarity’s Gideon du Plessis says management […]
