# The DA has welcomed intervention by Health minister Aaron Motsoaledi to secure a temporary reprieve for 176 mental health patients at the Talisman Foundation, scheduled for eviction on May 14. The DA’s Jack Bloom says this move prevents another Life Esidimeni tragedy where 144 mentally ill patients died following their unlawful transfer from Life […]
# The police’s political killings task team is urging National Coloured Congress leader, Fadiel Adams, to hand himself over at a police station. A warrant has been issued for his arrest on charges of fraud and defeating the ends of justice linked to the 2017 murder probe of ANC councillor for Umzimkhulu Municipality, Sindiso Magaqa. […]
# The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry says it is under mounting pressure as it handles a heavy workload. Spokesperson Jeremy Michaels says a long list of witnesses is still to testify, with security concerns limiting details. Michaels adds delays, including a lost day due to legal challenges, have increased the strain. Despite this, he emphasises […]
# The DA has called on Parliament to summon Public Service and Administration minister Mzamo Buthelezi over the misuse of public funds. Reports show nearly 800-million-rand is spent annually on salaries for suspended officials. DA Member of Parliament, Eleanore Spies, says this reflects a serious breakdown in accountability. Over 600 officials remain suspended, with many […]
# The Madlanga Commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels says the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is in talks with the Finance Ministry to address adequate funding and resourcing. Michaels said government has been supportive and expects matters to be resolved. He also confirmed that North West businessman Brown Mogotsi’s legal counsel is engaging with the […]
# South African Revenue Service commissioner Johnstone Makhubu says his first 100 days will focus on strengthening ethical conduct and ending illegal trade. Speaking to SABC News at a new SARS service centre in Newtown, Johannesburg, he stressed continuity while building on existing reforms. Makhubu plans to engage staff and industry stakeholders nationwide. He also […]
# Tourism minister Patricia de Lille says the Africa Travel Indaba will undergo a major revamp from 2027. Speaking at the launch in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, she stressed the need to boost intra-African trade and strengthen tourism competitiveness. The four-day indaba begins on Monday. De Lille says the 30-year-old event must evolve to remain relevant. She […]
# The Madlanga commission of inquiry has ruled Witness G’s testimony will now be heard fully in-camera, with no public or media access. The crime intelligence official who handles informants, was initially expected to testify partly in public, but technical difficulties made this impossible. Commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels says it has become impractical, but emphasises […]
# A deadly crash during an illegal drag race has claimed one life on Steve Biko Road in Pretoria’s Gezina neighborhood. The incident occurred after the driver of a Renault Kwid lost control and crashed into another vehicle, injuring several people. Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee highlighted ongoing concerns about dangerous racing in the area. Residents […]
