# Limpopo police have launched an urgent manhunt for a suspect who raped four students at a Bolobedu college residence. The attack occurred on Saturday when a 20-year-old student fetching water was confronted by an armed man. The suspect robbed valuables before fleeing. Police spokesperson, Stephen Thakeng, says investigations are underway and calls for community […]
# SABC Group CEO Nomsa Chabeli has been appointed to the prestigious Global Task Force for Public Media, which aims to strengthen the public service media’s role in promoting democracy and culture globally. Chabeli joins media leaders from around the world, including from the British Broadcasting Corporation, and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and Radio Canada. […]
# The National Planning Commission, alongside government departments and the UN, will host the National State of Service Delivery Dialogue today in Pretoria. The two day event will gather officials, researchers, and community leaders to tackle the rural-urban divide in service delivery. Discussions will focus on evidence-based challenges and policy reforms to enhance basic services. […]
# AfriForum has dismissed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s crime report, stating that at least ten farm murders occurred between October and December 2024 and not one was reported. Spokesperson Jacques Broodryk says these incidents, involving farm owners, workers, and security personnel, highlight ongoing rural safety concerns. He accuses Mchunu of downplaying the issue, warning that […]
# The DA is urging Trade and Industry minister, Parks Tau, to clarify the decision to delay the Lotto license award for another 12-months. The DA’s Toby Chance says this raises concerns over legality and potential conflicts of interest. The current license for Ithuba expires on 31 May. Chance says with the extension already given, […]
# Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busi Mavuso says South Africa’s hosting of the B20 this week presents a vital opportunity to connect with the global stage and advance the country’s interests. The B20, involving business leaders from around the world, will shape policy recommendations for the G20. Mavuso emphasises the importance of domestic growth, […]
# The DA in Gauteng says the provincial Health Department’s deficit has surged to 7.3-billion-rand, a significant rise from 4.8-billion-rand in three months. The DA’s Jack Bloom says this eleven-percent budget shortfall has led to the freezing of posts, delays in payments to suppliers, and shortages of critical medical supplies. He calls for urgent change […]
# The South African Poultry Association has warned that South Africa is at risk from the spread of bird flu, which has already devastated poultry in Europe, the US, and Argentina. The association has called for urgent vaccination to prevent further losses following the 2023 impact on poultry industry. The association has called on the […]
# The families of the South African engineers, Frik Potgieter and Peter Huxham, have gathered 15-thousand signatures demanding their release from prison in Equatorial Guinea. The petition will be handed to International Relations minister Ronald Lamola and key parliamentary figures, urging urgent diplomatic action. Despite a UN ruling declaring their detention unlawful, the two remain […]
