# South African geologist Tebogo Makhubela has been named a National Geographic Explorer and recipient of the 2025 Wayfinder Award. Celebrated for his research at the Cradle of Humankind, Makhubela’s work helps unlock ancient secrets of human origins. Makhubela is part of National Geographic’s Rising Star team, studying Homo naledi and early burial practices. He […]
# The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development recommends that municipalities enter into concession agreements with independent electricity distributors. This is to tackle maintenance and investment backlogs undermining supply security. This suggestion is part of the organisation’s latest Economic Survey of South Africa, which highlights the electricity sector’s role in the country’s economic challenges. The […]
# The DA in Johannesburg has slammed mayor Dada Morero’s newly announced bomb squad service delivery team as a public relations stunt. DA caucus leader Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku says the initiative appears to benefit ANC cadres rather than residents. Kayser-Echeozonjoku questions its constitutionality, calling for oversight and accountability. She confirms that a motion of no confidence […]
# Deputy president Paul Mashatile will launch the Clean Cities and Towns Campaign in Soweto, Gauteng today. The initiative promotes cleaner, greener urban spaces and encourages nationwide community clean-up efforts. The campaign also supports government’s broader service delivery goals under the District Development Model. Mashatile, joined by Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi and Johannesburg mayor Dada […]
# Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen has outlined a new seven-pillar vision for the Agriculture Department which is operating as a standalone portfolio. Speaking at the AVI Africa conference, he emphasised partnerships, modernising laws, market access, farmer support, biosecurity, advocacy, and food security. Steenhuisen vowed regulatory reform, tailored support for farmers, expanded financing, and renewed vaccine […]
# The Inkatha Freedom Party has rejected bail for persons accused for the assassination of the IFPs deputy chief whip Khethamabala Sithole, who was killed on 31 May. Speaking outside the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court, IFP Gauteng provincial chairperson, Bonginkosi Dhlamini, has urged authorities to uncover the full truth as the matter was postponed to […]
# Public Works Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala says plans to develop a small harbour in Ray Nkonyeni District on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast are advancing. The nearly one-billion-rand project will include a boat launching site, fisheries, and create thousands of jobs. Speaking at the Umdoni Investment Conference, Zikalala said a second site is under consideration, with […]
# Build One South Africa has launched a petition calling for the resignation of minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, citing her failed leadership amid soaring youth unemployment. BOSA accuses the minister of neglecting the Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises sector, with 4.7 million young people not in employment, education, or training. Bosa spokesperson Roger Solomons says they […]
# Three suspects have been shot and killed during a dramatic shootout with police on the N1 Highway in Sunninghill, Sandton. The incident has caused major traffic delays between Winnie Mandela Drive and Rivonia Road. Police believe the suspects were linked to a series of house robberies. Spokesperson Mavela Masondo says details are still unclear, […]
