# One of the three people convicted in the Joslin Smith case, Steveno van Rhyn, will seek leave to appeal his life sentence. The Western Cape High Court sentenced Van Rhyn, Kelly Smith, and Jacquen Appollis to life for human trafficking and ten years for kidnapping. All three will be listed in the Child Protection […]
# The DA has welcomed the Reserve Bank’s interest rate cut as necessary relief for struggling households. DA Finance spokesperson, Mark Burke, says while the reprieve is welcomes, it’s no substitute for long-term reforms. Burke urges improved government spending, private sector involvement, and reduced red tape to drive sustained growth. He says that South Africans […]
# The Nasrec Expo Centre in Soweto has been confirmed as the venue for the G20 Leaders Summit in November. Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says hosting the event at the historic site reinforces efforts to reverse apartheid-era spatial planning. Located near Soccer City, the minister said that Nasrec is known for large expos […]
# Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago has announced a 25-basis-point cut to the repo rate, now at 7.25-percent. He says global uncertainty, higher trade barriers, and cheaper oil are pressuring inflation and growth. Kganyago highlighted that South Africa’s GDP growth is forecast at 1.2-percent for 2025, rising to 1.8-percent by 2027. While mining and manufacturing […]
# ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has welcomed the passing of Tshwane’s 2025/36 budget, calling it a win for residents. Mashaba says that this is the first fully funded budget in years, led by mayor Nasiphi Moya and the multiparty coalition. Mashaba highlighted billions for infrastructure, safety, and social services without sharp tariff hikes. He emphasised […]
# Four SAPS officers have appeared in the Stilfontein Magistrate’s Court on charges of defeating the ends of justice and aiding the escape of detainee Neo James “Tiger” Tshwaeli. Tshwaeli, a suspected illegal mining kingpin, vanished after being rescued from a Stilfontein mine shaft during the Vala Umgodi operation in the North West. The accused […]
# The Office of the Tax Ombud is investigating a surge in eFiling profile hijackings, where cybercriminals exploit taxpayer accounts to redirect refunds. The probe follows numerous complaints from taxpayers and industry bodies, highlighting vulnerabilities in SARS’s digital systems. Tax Ombud Yanga Mputa has initiated a systemic review, with findings to be reported to Finance […]
# Edu-sport co-founder in East London, Jono Kruger is taking on the Comrades Marathon to raise funds for Edu-Sport’s Cubs Rugby Learning Academy in Mdantsane. The academy empowers children through education and sport, tackling trauma, poor academics, and lack of resources. Kruger says the funds will support education, coaching, and nutrition. He says that every step […]
# South African National Parks has welcomed the arrest of three suspects targeting tourists near Lion’s Head in Cape Town. The suspects used a fake card device to attempt to scam international tourists. They left the card machine and took the credit cards belonging to the tourists. The metro police arrested them in Green Point […]
