# Immigration experts have warned that the South African government’s response to migration tensions risks emboldening anti-migrant vigilante groups. Wits University researchers Loren Landau and Pierre Misago say some community organisations are taking the law into their own hands, targeting migrants with the alleged support of local police. The African Centre for Migration and Society […]
# DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis says the party’s by-election victory in Emfuleni shows it can win in any community and deliver effective service. Speaking in Evaton, Hill-Lewis said DA teams had already begun clearing illegal dumping as part of visible service delivery work. He emphasised that recent wins in Emfuleni and Rustenburg demonstrate growing trust […]
# The Young Communist League of South Africa in Johannesburg has welcomed the Department of Employment and Labour investigation into the death of 29-year-old Cartrack employee Gcina Dhladhla at the company’s Rosebank offices. Deputy minister Jomo Sibiya confirmed labour inspectors have visited the site. Authorities are probing possible breaches of workplace safety laws. The organisation […]
# The government has launched Peo Pele Youth Fund to assist young entrepreneurs overcome barriers to funding and business support. Speaking at the launch in QwaQwa, Free State, Small Business Development minister Stella Tembisa Ndabeni said the 300-million-rand fund will support youth-owned businesses at different stages of growth through the Small Enterprise Development and Finance […]
# The ANC in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda Region in the North West has expelled five Maquassie Hills councillors, including its mayor Mzwandile Feliti, for two years after disciplinary proceedings. The party says the individuals were found guilty of six charges, including defying party instructions and convening unlawful council meetings. Regional disciplinary committee chairperson Zanele […]
# The Limpopo provincial government and the Department of Education have launched a new online learner registration system aimed at simplifying school admissions and improving learner placement. The digital platform is expected to make applications faster, reduce paperwork and enhance transparency during the admissions process. Limpopo Education MEC Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya told SABC News that says […]
# The United Democratic Movement has outlined twelve pillars for local government aimed at rebuilding municipalities and restoring public trust. Priorities include reliable basic services, clean governance, fair tariffs, local economic development, housing, rural and urban renewal, accountability amongst others. Addressing delegates at its Sixth National Congress in KuGompo City, Eastern Cape, party leader Bantu […]
# Soccer: Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says he cannot understand why South Africa remains low in the FIFA world rankings despite the team’s recent performances. Bafana are ranked 60th in the world and ninth in Africa. Broos told Sporty TV that he believes Bafana has consistently delivered strong results and deserves greater recognition on […]
# The South African National Roads Agency has officially begun construction on a six-billion-rand upgrade of the N3 between Mariannhill Toll Plaza and Key Ridge in KwaZulu-Natal. The 11.1-kilometre project will take about 60 months to complete and includes widening of carriageways, bridge construction, drainage improvements and new safety infrastructure. SANRAL warns motorists to expect […]
