# Athletics: South African middle-distance coach Samuel Sepeng says financial constraints are preventing him from joining 800-metre gold medallist athlete Prudence Sekgodiso at international events. She recently broke the record at Ostrava’s Golden Spike event, and competes in the Diamond League in Eugene, USA, on Saturday. Sepeng told SABC Sport he’s coaching remotely despite time […]
# The Automotive Business Council says June new-vehicle sales jumped 18.7-percent year-on-year to 47-thousand-294 units. Accourding to Naamsa, this was driven by strong consumer and fleet demand. Passenger car sales rose 21.7-percent, while light commercial vehicles grew 14.9-percent. Meanwhile, medium truck sales surged nearly 25-percent, however, heavy truck and bus sales dipped 3.1-percent. Imports soared, […]
# City Power has announced the arrival of new electric vehicle charging stations, marking a key milestone in Johannesburg’s clean energy transition. Part of its ten-Point Energy Plan, the rollout includes converting City Power’s fleet to electric, building city-wide charging infrastructure, and introducing battery-swapping systems. Spokesperson Isaac Mangena says the initiative will reduce emissions and […]
# The DA in Gauteng says failing air quality systems in the West Rand threaten residents’ health. DA’s Jade Miller says monitoring stations in Rand West and Mogale City have fallen into disrepair, while Merafong has none. Miller says that no 2025 data has been collected, and 2024 data is unusable. She demand answers from […]
# The DA in Tshwane says private fire fighting services should be regulated not removed. DA councillor Alfred Makhafula argues that Tshwane’s emergency services are under pressure due to budget cuts, staff shortages, and ageing infrastructure. Makhafula says qualified private responders are a necessary support. He urges the city to update outdated laws and work […]
# Deputy president Paul Mashatile says the Government of National Unity will continue and support all national budgets. Speaking in the Free State, Mashatile dismissed DA threats, saying budgets serve the people not individual ministers. Mashatile stressed that the ANC will vote for every budget to ensure service delivery and grow the economy. He added […]
# Expert witness Lisa Vetten says power is complex and shifts dynamically within relationships, including workplace settings. Testifying at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal into sexual harassment claims against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge, Vetten highlighted how power can move between individuals, even within a single conversation. She clarified her comments on appropriate conduct were […]
# Outgoing Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie has credited the success of the bank to simplicity, affordability and consistent focus on client needs. Speaking to SABC News, Fourie reflected on eleven years of leadership, during which the bank grew from five to over 20-million clients. Fourie, who retires on 18 July says despite digital growth, physical […]
# Cameroon’s Tourism minister Bello Maigari has accepted his party’s nomination to run for president in the expected October election. This comes as president Paul Biya remains silent on his re-election plans. The 78-year-old longtime ally to Biya, is the second minister from northern Cameroon to declare candidacy, hinting at cracks in Biya’s coalition. Provisional […]
