# The Department of Correctional Services has clarified that the parole consideration of convicted murderer Donovan Moodley is still in progress. The department says his parole must be reviewed by the National Council for Correctional Services, with the final decision resting with Correctional Services minister Pieter Groenewald. Moodley, jailed in 2005 for the kidnapping and […]
# The Gautrain Management Agency has secured its 13th consecutive clean audit for the 2024/2025 financial year, reinforcing its reputation for transparency, accountability, and sound financial management. The agency’s Albi Modise said the achievement reflects disciplined governance and efficient operations. This includes train availability at 99.51-percent and punctuality at 97.57-percent. The agency also earned International […]
# Transnet Port Terminals has confirmed that a fire on the woodchips route at the Richards Bay Bulk Terminal damaged 80 metres of two conveyor belts. Emergency response teams and sprinklers contained the blaze, preventing wider destruction. The management confirmed that vessel on berth was diverted to Durban’s Multipurpose Terminal to continue loading. Repairs are […]
# Justice and Constitutional Development minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says South Africa should not be alarmed over the 148-million-rand budget for the Madlanga Commission. Speaking to eNCA, Kubayi assured South Africans that cost-cutting measures are in place, including the use of government buildings. Kubayi stressed the importance of supporting commissioners, given the sensitive work ahead involving […]
# New research by Cresco highlights that changes to South Africa’s regulated electricity tariffs, could undermine competition and investment ahead of the 2026 launch of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market. This includes the Megaflex bulk user tariff. With Eskom pushing for a higher fixed-cost ratio, analysts warn this could entrench its dominance, deter independent […]
# Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber will this week unveil details of South Africa’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation, at the Tourism Business Council’s Leadership Conference. The system, powered by advanced machine learning, is being developed to digitise and automate visa applications, reducing inefficiency and fraud. Schreiber says the innovation aims to modernise South Africa’s immigration […]
# AfriForum will demonstrate a fully functioning driver’s licence card printer outside the Transport Department’s headquarters in Pretoria today. The action comes amid a massive backlog and years of stalled promises for a new printer. Transport minister Barbara Creecy has been invited to attend the demonstration. AfriForum’s Louis Boshoff says the department’s tender process, which […]
# The Parole Board has approved Donovan Moodley’s release on parole, though the final decision rests with Correctional Services minister Pieter Groenewald. The National Council for Correctional Services will now review the decision. Moodley, convicted in 2005 for the kidnapping and murder of university student Leigh Matthews, has been eligible for parole since 2018. His […]
# The National Consumer Commission has announced recalls for Ford Ranger Wildtrak, Tremor, and Platinum 2025–2026 vehicles, citing a brake boost defect that could increase accident risks. Over five-thousand-600 units are affected, with repairs offered free at Ford dealerships. Meanwhile, more than 124-thousand Mitchum roll-on deodorants have been recalled after a manufacturing change caused skin […]
